Invisalign® is a great option for patients who are looking for an alternative to traditional braces and want something more comfortable and discreet. Unlike traditional wire and brackets, Invisalign uses a series of clear aligners that are virtually invisible once fitted. Studies have shown that this method is just as...

Patients looking for alternative treatments for joint or muscle pain may be referred to a pain specialist who offers prolotherapy. Along with procedures like PRP injections and stem cell therapy, prolotherapy is part of a broad family of medicine known as regenerative medicine. The question on the minds of some...

Dentists always try their best to preserve the natural teeth of patients. However, when there is excessive tooth decay or infection, you may have to go through a tooth extraction. One may also need a tooth extraction for overcrowding, while many adults may have to also get their wisdom teeth...

Losing your teeth can be a scary experience, and besides the obvious changes in your bite, you may have to deal with lower self-esteem and confidence issues. Even a few decades back, patients had to choose dentures because there were limited alternatives. Not anymore. With dental implants, you can expect...

Prevention Apart from pharmacological or psychotherapeutic treatment, it is important, once it has taken effect and the patient feels that their condition has improved, that certain advice or lifestyles be followed. Have positive thoughts. Take care of physical health. Maintain a consistent daily schedule. Resume responsibilities slowly and gradually. Accept...

Losing weight is hard. Anyone who has ever tried to diet can attest to that. And for many people, traditional dieting methods simply don't work. In fact, about 95% of people who lose weight through dieting will gain it all back and sometimes more. So, why does weight loss surgery...

Having a nutritious diet in your routine plays a vital role in your dental health. You can significantly improve your oral health conditions by consuming food known to be beneficial for your teeth. Here is a list of some food items suggested by a dentist in Mankato that will help...

Charcoal is currently a significant craze in the cosmetics, health & wellness, and even food industries. (Hello, ice cream with charcoal!) Finely ground-activated charcoal is a product made from a variety of organic materials, such as wood and coconut shells. To create its composition, it undergoes oxidation at a high...

Medical cannabis is an interesting medicine, to say the least. It is not dispensed through a formal prescription. Doctors in most cannabis-friendly states are not required to furnish hard-and-fast dosage instructions. Essentially, patients are allowed to self-medicate. But should they? Furthermore, should THC levels in medical cannabis be capped? This...

When we talk about the health hazards of working nights, we could be talking about two different things. The first is all the health depredations that arise from working irregular hours (i.e., sometimes nights) and rotating. The second is the simply the health hazards of being awake and engaging in...