Dental bridges are an excellent solution for people missing one or more teeth, helping prevent gaps from developing that could potentially pose health issues and make eating and speaking clearly difficult. Traditional dental bridges use resin to attach fake tooth(s) or teeth(s) to two natural abutment teeth that have been fitted with crowns; these act […]
There are so many diet plans out there, it can be difficult to know which is right for you. One such diet is Atkins Diet which promotes weight loss through a 4-phase eating plan. Beginning this diet begins with a two-week induction phase in which carbohydrates are limited to 20 g/day in order to induce […]
Exercise, particularly intense workouts, causes muscles to tear. Over time they recover stronger and bigger as their fibers rebuild themselves – however this healing happens after recovery rather than during exercise sessions themselves. Active recovery exercises such as walking or jogging at a slower pace; swimming; Tai chi; and Yoga all help improve blood flow […]
Surgical site infections (SSIs) contribute significantly to patient mortality and healthcare costs, impacting two to five percent of individuals undergoing surgery. Prevention of surgical site infections (SSIs) can be achieved through targeted interventions and careful oversight of the surgical field, in which perioperative nurses play an integral role. Hand Hygiene One key to preventing surgical […]
Kidney stone surgery is a medical procedure used to treat stones in the kidney or ureter (tube that connects a kidney and bladder). There are many surgical procedures. Ureteroscopy and lithotripsy are two of the most common surgical options. These treatments are minimally invasive and require no cuts or incisions on the skin. General Anesthesia […]
