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  • What You Need To Know About Mouth Guards And Protecting Youth Athlete's Braces


    If you've invested thousands of dollars in your child's braces, you want to protect them any way possible. But if they're an athlete that doesn't wear a mouth guard, they are putting their braces and their health at great risk with every game. Mouth Guards Are Necessary To Protect Your Child's Braces If your child with braces is involved in any type of sport, a mouth guard can help protect them from serious mouth injuries.
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  • 2 Ways That A Physical Therapist Can Help You Manage Pain


    Dealing with chronic or extreme pain can be very difficult for most people, but there are quite a few healthcare professionals, such as those at Potter's House Apothecary, Inc, out there that can help you manage your pain. One of the most useful professionals when it comes to managing pain is a physical therapist who can assist you by offering in-home therapy and prevent you from aggravating your condition. In-Home Therapy
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  • Varicose Veins: Treatment And Prevention


    Varicose veins may look scary and threatening, but most of the time, they are veins that are closer to the surface of your skin and this can be caused by a variety of things. Learn more about varicose veins, possible treatment options, and ways to prevent them in the future. What are Varicose Veins? Varicose veins are twisted and or swollen veins near the surface of the skin. Varicose veins can be caused by obesity, pregnancy, age, and can be passed down from parent to child.
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  • Questions Orthopedic Surgery Patients Often Have


    Injuries to your joints can be extremely debilitating, and surgery is often required to repair this type of damage. Luckily, arthroscopic surgery has made it possible for your doctor to perform these procedures using much smaller incisions, which allow patients to experience a much shorter recovering time. However, if you have never undergone this type of procedure, you may benefit from the following answers to common arthroscopic surgery questions.  What Should You Expect Immediately Following Arthroscopic Surgery?
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  • 5 Signs Your Toddler Needs Pediatric Speech Therapy


    If you have a toddler, he or she may find it difficult to pronounce certain words or construct complex sentences. It's normal of preschoolers to mispronounce consonant sounds, such as "th" or "l." The word "math" may end up sounding more like "maf." Likewise, "long" may be mispronounced as "wong." Nevertheless, you should at least be able to understand most of your youngster's words. In addition, if your little one's speech does not show improvement over time, you may want to consider pediatric speech therapy.
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  • Worried About Breast Implants? How Liposuction Can Help


    If you have been considering having a breast augmentation but do not like the idea of implanting something foreign an inorganic in your body, there is another natural alternative to silicon, saline, or form-stable implants. You can have excess fat removed from one part of your body, such as the thighs or belly, and transfer it to your breasts. In addition to using a material that has been grown in your own body, there are other advantages to this type of breast augmentation.
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  • Seniors: 3 Tips To Make Handling Your Medication Easier


    If you are a senior citizen, there is a good chance that you are on at least a few medications, even if you are still in pretty good health. Handling your medication can be a big pain, but there are a few things that you can do to make it easier. Follow these tips, and you're sure to find that taking your medication is easier than ever before. 1. Set Up a Delivery Schedule
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  • Scientists Eye New Research Treatments For Melanoma Skin Cancer While Identifying The Disease's Causes


    Your skin, which is also referred to as the epidermis, protects two deeper layers of skin known as the dermis and the subcutis layers. Your skin layer sheds and continuously replaces squamous cells. Melanocyte cells are also produced in the epidermis, and they are susceptible to becoming cancerous. They also make melanin, which gives color to your skin. The basement membrane within your epidermis helps to prevent skin cancer from penetrating the deeper layers of your skin.
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  • Getting Dental Implants? Understand These Terms Your Dentist May Use


    When you have dental instruments in your mouth and a million thoughts running through your mind, it's easy to miss some of the instructions and explanations your dentist presents to you. If you gain a thorough understanding of some of the terminology used to describe dental implant procedures, you'll have an easier time understanding your dentists' explanation of the process, even when you're frazzled. Here's a look at some common terms used when discussing dental implants, and what each one means:
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  • First Aid For Your Injured Eye


    You may take your eyes for granted, until something happens to them. You splash a chemical in them or a piece of metal flies into them while you're working on a project. In that moment, you realize how important your eyes are and how easy it is to lose your sight. Should you get something in your eye, here are some steps to take to protect your vision before heading off to a hospital emergency room to see the doctors.
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