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November 25th, 2010 | Posted by:

You may not realize it, but there are a lot of things your hair can reveal that no amount of treatments, coloring, perming, or straightening can conceal. In fact, one can easily spot a healthy hair of hair anywhere and under any light – it easily shines with life and vibrancy. It should be free from flakes, brittleness, frizziness and other signs of weak and damaged hair. But in this world that’s consumed by pollution, stressors and other damaging factors, your hair can easily tell others how healthy you really are.

For starters, if you have thin, wispy hair that is prone to falling and breakage, this is a classic sign of a deficiency in nutrients that make hair thick and strong: protein. Also, if you notice that your hair is becoming lighter in color even when you have not had any color treatment it is also another sign of protein deficiency. The protein that makes hair and skin dark is melanin. If you are protein-deficient, it follows that your hair will lose its luster and depth in color. 

If you had no white hair in the past but suddenly found your head filling up with them all of a sudden, it is worth looking into your stress adaptation mechanisms, or simply how you’ve been handling stress. People who are under a lot of stress, or have recently experienced a traumatic experience grow more white hair even when they are too young for any.

Overall, one must pay attention to one’s hair, and bring to his or her doctor’s attention any sign of health problems. Or, it could simply be caused by using too much hair product, or heat from the blow dryer or hair straightener.

September 22nd, 2010 | Posted by:

Cosmetic Dentistry first came into prominence during the 80s when people began to take more care of themselves using methods like teeth bleaching as well as restorative procedures to get a set of white (and clean) teeth.

And that trend has continued into the new millennium as more and more people are looking for a Burbank cosmetic dentist or from wherever you are, and who not only does a good job, but doesn’t cost an arm.

Oral health, it seems, has definitely become a priority amongst hypochondriacs and those who need to take care of their teeth due to dental problems. Dentures, has been one of those issues that now can be easily resolved by visiting an Invisalign dentist

Especially if you’ve had to put up with the discomfort of dentures all your life while having to be extremely selective above what you eat and who you talk to, not unless you’d like to have your dentures fall out while you’re at it.

Of course, keeping these issues in mind, Invisalign has changed the way people can get their teeth aligned just as normal people have them, and since the procedure takes only about a year or so, one can continue to eat what they like and socialize without having to be called ‘metal mouth’ either.

It doesn’t matter who you are, as long as you understand that taking care of your teeth is vital, and for this, one can visit a San Fernando Valley dentist who can help you deal with any kind of dental issues that you might be facing.

August 31st, 2010 | Posted by:

Does it seem like you are losing more hair than usual? Does it feel like the more stressed out you get, the more hair you lose? Stress, anxiety and even depression can cause hair loss – but first, it is important that you understand how hair actually grows.

The cycle

Stage 1: Anagen – this cycle of hair growth lasts anything from two years to seven years. Estimations of annual hair growth during this period are at around 5-6 inches.

Stage 2: Catagen – this is a fairly short stage in the hair growth cycle. It is a period of transition which lasts for around 2-4 weeks. During this stage, the shaft of hair detaches and moves up from the follicles.

Stage 3: Telogen – This part of the cycle does not involve much activity. Also referred to as a resting phase, the hair prepares itself for the ‘falling out’ period. This stage lasts for around 3-4 months.

Stage 4: Hair shedding – this is the part of the hair growth cycle that everyone hates. Keep in mind that no matter how scary it is to see strands of hair on your hair brush that it is normal to shed around 10% of your hair. This 10% means around 100 strands of hair per day.

It is time to worry when it looks like you have shed more than the normal 100 strands of hair for the day. While counting is of course impossible, if the amount of shedding looks more than the usual – then yes, you should worry. You should immediately seek the advice of a doctor.

August 12th, 2010 | Posted by:

There is nothing more embarrassing than having to go through the experience of having your dentures loosening and coming out, while in social company. Such a thing can happen, because the dentures tend to get loose after prolonged use and also because the gums tend to recede slightly, some time after the dentures is fitted. Dentist implants are a wonderful alternative for such loosening dentures. In addition to becoming an embarrassment, dentures loosening and coming out while chewing or drinking is highly dangerous too. Moreover due to the constant loosening and maladjustment between the gums and the teeth, there is a possibility of experiencing a difficulty while chewing or biting on food.

Another problem which people face is the presence of disproportionate gaps in between their teeth. These gaps not only look unsightly, but can prove as a hindrance while chewing food. A dentist veneer is porcelain filling which is used to fill such gaps. Improper mastication has been linked to a variety of digestive system disorders. It is not just the cosmetic appeal that necessitates the use of these dental veneers. Too much gap between teeth can also reduce the oral hygiene because of obstruction while brushing. This can further lead to oral diseases and tooth decay.

There are many Burbank dentists who offer cosmetic dental services like the veneers, dental implants etc. It is necessary that you choose a dentist who is an expert in cosmetic dentistry, so that you can completely trust your teeth and your appearance with him or her.

August 12th, 2010 | Posted by:

Teeth have a very important function in the human body- to chew food properly. The importance of chewing food properly cannot be stressed enough, because improper chewing can lead to numerous disorders of the digestive system. Crooked or misshapen teeth may not chew the food properly and dentist veneers are used to treat such deformed teeth. These veneers can fix the disproportionate gaps in between the teeth, so that they function more adequately. The veneers are fixed to the teeth using special cement. This cement is fixed by utilizing the heat from a special light.

Any Glendale dentist who deals with cosmetic dentistry can offer these services of veneer and Invisalign for you. The usual myth that people commonly have is that he cosmetic dentists do not deal with the usual dental problems like dental diseases etc. This is not true and any periodontal diseases are also treated by them. The most common problem with which people approach a dentist is the dental decay or pain and swelling in the gums due to the infections in the gums. All these problems are dealt with effectively by the cosmetic dentists too. It is just that they offer some more specialized services than a non-cosmetic dentist.

When teeth need to be removed due to extensive decay or when they fall out do to any other cause like old age, trauma, or due to systemic diseases, they need to be replaced with artificial teeth. Dental implants are a better option than the conventional dentures, and can be fitted at any Glendale dental implants service offered by a cosmetic dentist.