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Teeth are often referred to as pearly whites but they get discoloured due to age, disease, smoking or neglect. Everybody wants a shining set of teeth and now it is possible to restore their lustre. They can be bleached at home or whitened by a dentist. It is important to care for the teeth every [...]

With the desire to have a beautiful smile, women who do not have white, even and sparkling teeth, are ready to go in for any type of dental cosmetic treatment. If you do not have good teeth you can develop low self-esteem, feel shy of going to social gatherings and smile and laugh with an [...]

Hyperpigmentation is a condition caused due to increased production of melanin in skin cells. This generally occurs in case of dark skinned persons and mostly affect parts of face, chest and hands etc. As a result of this increased production of melanin the skin gets darkened. In some cases the pigmentation is so bad that [...]

The face is a very important part of the body. This part of the body is first to be seen by any person. Like other parts of the body, the face is also made up of muscles. Muscles are made of tiny protein filaments which work together and provide motion to the body. Muscles in [...]

Corn and calluses can be described in simple terms as a thick skin which generally appears on the toes or on the side of the toes. These are quite painful and the person sometimes finds it difficult to walk. These are caused by shoes which do not fit properly i.e. being tight or if there [...]

Oral hygiene is one of the most important things you do daily. It must be practiced religiously every day of your life beginning from the time when you are a baby. Teeth must be brushed and flossed in the morning and before going to bed and the mouth rinsed after every meal. Those who have [...]

Skin abscesses are quite common and may form in warm and humid conditions. They are not difficult to treat. As soon as you notice a boil, wash it with a medicated soap and apply an antibiotic lotion on it. Soak it in hot water and apply hot packs on it. This will increase the blood [...]

Leucoderma, also called vitiligo, is a skin disease. In literal terms leucoderma means white skin. The symptoms are appearance of white spots and white patches on different parts of the body. The patches are called leucoderma. However, spots that appear without any previous disease are called vitiligo. Often appearance of white spots is mistaken for [...]

Cuts on the corners of the mouth are in medical terms called Angular Cheilitis. A person suffering from this problem gets cuts on both sides of the lips. These, like any cuts on any organ of the body which moves, are painful and difficult to cure. In addition to the mouth, these cuts can appear [...]

Sore throat is quite common problem. It is located in the portion around the tonsils. It can heal up without any complications but sometimes may develop into some serious problems. It is commonly associated with common cold or influenza. Inflammation around pharyngitis or mucous membranes , pains, discomfort, scratchiness in the throat, difficulty in swallowing [...]

Joint pain is a common problem. There are numerous factors like injury, sprain, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis that can cause joint pain. It is also called arthralgia which occur in one or more joints. Infections, tumors of joint create extreme discomfort and can impact the quality of life. Causes Growing age is not the only factor [...]

Food poisoning happens on eating food which is contaminated with bacteria or toxins or other pathogens namely parasites or viruses. It starts from stomach  and end up with more serious ailments like diarrhea, fever, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and dehydration. Viruses like noroviruses cause mild illness in stomach resulting in nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, abdominal pain [...]

Dental problem is common in  all people. Swollen and bleeding gums indicate gum disease. Cavities in teeth is another problem being faced by all. People usually don’t keep dental hygiene as a result, bacteria in the mouth form plaque on the teeth to cause gums to become inflamed, red, swollen and even bleeding. Personal habits [...]

The living standards of people have gone up in many parts of the world. But, surprisingly, the health standards do not match the improved living standards. Health problems have not only increased in the middle age group, they haven’t spared the adolescents even. One such problem that is increasing day by day is that of [...]

Aging is a veritable reality of life. But still you can have control over its effects to a large extent. In other words, ‘You can age with dignity’. These days both men and women are wary of wrinkles, which are considered a major blot on anybody’s personality. Mind you, it’s not all about beauty and [...]

Obesity can be caused by a large number of factors. One may be fond of overeating, have an immobile lifestyle or may totally avoid any kind of exercise. In such a person obesity is but a natural outcome. Sometimes, genetic factors and hormonal imbalances also lead to obesity. Obesity in such cases becomes all the [...]

In the world of today where presentation matters a lot, you got to have a presentable and pleasing personality. Glowing skin is an inseparable part of your personality and skin that is healthy from inside,  is a boon for anyone. You may be young or ageing, a glowing skin is certainly a realizable ambition. It’s [...]

C-section or  cesarean operation is a procedure in which the baby is removed from the womb of mother via an incision in the lower stomach. This method, though very common these days, is opted for when there is a risk to mother’s or baby’s life through normal delivery. Very occasionally, there are caesarian operations that [...]

Syphilis is a common STD (sexually transmitted disease) that occurs because of the attack of a bacterium called Treponema Pallidum. The reaction of these bacteria causes an ulcer at the spot of infection and the bacteria continue to move throughout the body. Severe damage can occur to different parts of the body with the spreading [...]

HPV infection is one of the most common STD or STIs (sexually transmitted infections). HPV stands for Human Papilloma Virus and normally attacks the genital areas of males and females. HPV has a wide variety and more than 42 are known till date. Apart from attacking the genital areas, it is also found to affect [...]