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Dental Bridge
If you’re missing one or more teeth, a dentist can close the space using a dental bridge. A dental bridge consists of a replacement tooth (pontic) that’s supported by the natural teeth adjacent to the gap. While pontics can be fabricated from several materials such as gold, they are most commonly crafted from porcelain to […]
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What Is a Calculus Bridge?
A calculus bridge is a hardened layer that develops when tartar accumulates across several teeth. Daily brushing and flossing can stop calculus bridges from forming, but once they’re present, only a dental professional can remove them. Do you brush immediately after meals? If not, you might notice a thin, sticky coating starting to form on […]
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Orgasmic Labor and Birth: Could It Be for You?
By the time you became pregnant, you probably noticed countless scenes on television and in movies depicting births as painful, chaotic events — full of loud cries, frantic faces and maybe a partner’s hand getting squeezed in the drama. (img by Orgasmic Birth) But what if childbirth didn’t have to resemble that at all? What […]
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What to Expect from a Full-Body Orgasm, Solo or Partnered
Sing along: Heaaaad, shoulders, vulva/peen and toes. Picture this — beyond being an adult spin on a childhood tune — that list could represent (some of) the body parts involved in an orgasm. Well, with full-body orgasms, it really can. “Full-body orgasms describe exceptionally powerful climaxes that feel like they’re occurring throughout your entire body,” […]
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What Does Jaundice Look Like in Black People?
Black individuals can develop a yellow tint to the skin as a sign of jaundice, but depending on skin pigmentation it may be harder to notice initially. The yellowing of the sclera (the white part of the eye) is often easier to detect, though that change can sometimes have a harmless explanation. Jaundice describes a […]
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What It Means to Have an Anicteric or Icteric Sclera
The sclera is the outer coating of the eyeball — commonly called the “white of the eye.” It consists of tough fibrous connective tissue that envelops the eyeball and frames the cornea. The sclera supports the eye’s shape and shields it from minor injuries. When clinicians describe an anicteric sclera, they mean the white of […]
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Tips for Losing Saddlebag Fat
Have you spotted extra pockets of fat along the outer part of your thighs? Are your jeans feeling snugger than usual? You may be experiencing what’s commonly called saddlebags. (img by BetterMe) When body weight increases, fat can be stored in the thigh area. This pattern is especially common in women, who often accumulate fat […]
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What Causes Neck Pain After Waking Up and How to Treat It
Waking with a stiff or painful neck can stem from how you sleep, the pillow you use, or a sleep-related issue. It may also be a sign of an underlying problem such as osteoarthritis. Starting the day with neck pain is unpleasant. Simple motions like turning or bending your head can become uncomfortable. Neck discomfort […]
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What Is Red Light Therapy, and Does It Work for Weight Loss?
Red light therapy — sometimes called low-level laser therapy (LLLT) or infrared light treatment — is a growing non-surgical approach to reducing body fat. Although it may sound like a quick fix, advocates of red light therapy say it can target “stubborn” fat that diet and exercise haven’t eliminated. Still, many clinicians remain doubtful about […]
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What Is Onychauxis and How Is It Treated?
Overview Onychauxis is a nail condition that leads to abnormally thick fingernails or toenails. Gradually, affected nails can curl and take on a white or yellow tint. This thickening may push the nail plate (the area you apply polish to) away from the nail bed. Although toenail fungus can create similar signs, onychauxis is not […]