Now that you wear dentures, you don't have to worry about brushing your teeth or dealing with gum disease. However, you still have to take proper care of your dentures and your mouth if you want to keep your mouth as fresh and clean as possible. Doing so can help prevent bad breath, give you a more comfortable mouth and prevent infections, so follow these tips to keep your mouth as clean as possible when wearing your dentures.
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Victims of Parkinson's disease suffer from a variety of issues that make their lives more difficult. For instance, tremors in your hands or limbs, poor balance, slow movements and stiff muscles can all create significant challenges in performing your daily activities. Fortunately, in addition to the medical treatment you receive from your physician, working with a physiotherapist may also be helpful. Here are some of the ways that these trained professionals can make your like a little easier.
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Diabetic retinopathy is a serious complication of diabetes that can lead to blindness in one or both eyes. If you have diabetes, you need to be worried about this condition. Here's what you need to know.
What is diabetic retinopathy?
The retina is a structure in the back of your eye. It is responsible for translating light into images, so without it, you can't see. Like other parts of your body, it needs constant blood flow to stay healthy.
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Are one or more of your toenails thick, flaky and yellow? Congratulations, you're one of the millions of Americans who suffer from toenail fungus. There are a number of different fungi that can take up residence in the toenails, and while anyone can get this condition, it's most common in those who have diabetes, circulation problems, or have suffered toenail injuries.
The problem with toenail fungus is not that it's tremendously painful or dangerous, but rather that it is incredibly difficult to treat.
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The speed with which modern medical science makes advances goes a long way in improving the quality of life of an untold number of people. In almost no area is this more clearly seen than in eye health. Advances in contact lenses in particular have made it easier than ever to see clearly and stay comfortable at the same time.
That comfort, however, does not come without responsibilities. Many people who wear contacts neglect to follow the best practices in maintaining them, and their eye health can suffer for it.
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