Ultrasound Pyloric Stenosis; Ultrasound examination of the abdomen is indicated in all infants presenting with a history suggestive of pyloric stenosis. It is a non-invasive and relatively quick investigation, which can be readily repeated if necessary. Ultrasound scanning is usually performed by the paediatrician or the radiologist. The patient should be in the left lateral … Read more
Gastroenterologist Hemorrhoids A gastroenterologist is a doctor who specializes in diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. They are trained to perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The gastrointestinal (GI) tract is the body’s digestive system. It consists of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, and anus. Gastroenterology is the study of health conditions that affect … Read more
Boil in Buttocks Crack I have a boil in my buttocks crack. There are two openings to it. I’ve had it for about 5 days. The first two days it was painful and the size of a pea. Then it created a second opening and drained a lot of puss. It has not hurt since … Read more
Mako shark tooth is a rare item. This shark has massive teeth and is responsible for most of the shark attacks on record. It is also one of the fastest sharks in the ocean. Mako shark teeth are some of the most sought after shark teeth in existence. The reason? Their symmetry, size, and shape. … Read more
Tooth Splinting; Professionals are well versed in the risks of tooth splinting. Tooth splinting is not a suitable treatment for all fractured teeth. The most common example of tooth splinting is when a patient has fractured their front tooth, usually from an impact to the mouth. The tooth is usually still intact but if it … Read more
Gum Hurts Where Wisdom Tooth Was Removed Years Ago; I had my wisdom tooth taken out in the summer and I have been having pain on that side of my mouth since then. The only time I don’t feel anything is when I am chewing gum, but when I stop the pain comes back. The … Read more
Abscessed Tooth in Dogs; An abscess is a pocket of pus that forms as the body’s response to an infection. It can occur in any part of the body and is often painful and red. A dental abscess refers to a pus filled pocket that forms from a bacterial infection at the crown or root … Read more
Dos and Don ts After Wisdom Tooth Extraction; You can be sure that your oral surgeon will advise you on how to proceed after a wisdom tooth extraction, but don t forget that this is just medical advice and you should always follow your own instincts. Here are some common dos and don ts after … Read more
When Can You Drink Carbonated Drinks After Tooth Extraction; The best way to determine when you can have carbonated drinks is by listening to your doctor. He or she will be able to tell you when it is safe for you to begin drinking them again. A general rule of thumb is that you should … Read more
Single Tooth Grillz;A single tooth grill can be worn for a variety of reasons. For one, you may not have enough teeth to fill out a full set. If this is the case, we offer single tooth grills that you can wear on your own. To give you a better idea of how a single … Read more