Author: Isreal Olabanji DST RN

Langenbeck retractor is a simple handheld instrument with a flat blade bent down at right angles to the handle. Useful for temporary retraction of soft tissue. Amongst the surgical instruments which are used commonly by surgeons and doctors, retractors are one of them.  What is a langenbeck retractor? A retractor is an instrument that helps the surgeon in widening an incision or a wound. It can also be used to hold back the tissues and organs which fall near the incision so that the surgeon can easily access the area which is wounded and operate in an easier manner.  Types…

7 ideas for Daily Oral Care at Home Dental care Oral care is as important for you as your physical health. As you have various exercises to keep yourself in good shape, so you need to do some activities to take good care of your oral hygiene (mouth). Your oral health is of great importance for you. If you take it lightly, you will certainly have various mouth diseases. Going to dental clinics at least twice a year we reared for you. There are certain methods for oral care which you can follow to keep your oral health hygienic and…

  NECROTIZING ULCERATIVE GINGIVITIS Necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (NUG) is a non-contagious anaerobic inflammatory destructive disease of the gingiva which is associated with an overwhelming proliferation of Borrelia Vincenti and fusiform bacteria presenting characteristic signs and symptoms. TERMINOLOGIES •          Trench mouth •          Vincent’s Stomatitis •          Vincent’s Infection •          Fusospirochetal Gingivitis •          Acute Ulcerative Gingivitis •          Necrotizing Gingivitis EPIDEMIOLOGY & PREVALENCE Often occurs in groups in an epidemic pattern. The prevalence of ANUG appears to have been rather low in the United States and Europe prior to 1914. The incidence of ANUG was reported as 0.08% in patients 15 to 19 years…

Soybeans are very rich in nutritive components. Besides the very high protein content, soybeans contain a lot of fiber and are rich in calcium, magnesium. The soy protein has a high biological value and contains all the essential amino acids. With its fiber content, soya beans also help in boosting digestion and aids metabolism. Soya bean seed can be used in making different foods; including soy milk, textured vegetable protein, and soya bean oil. Benefit of Soybeans Nutritionists agree that soya bean is one of the most consumed legumes in the world. The reason for this is not far-fetched as…

HOW TO REMOVE STRETCH MARKS WITH SUGAR IN LESS THAN 3 MINUTES Stretch marks are long, narrow streaks, stripes, or lines that develop on the skin. They occur when the skin is suddenly stretched and are very common around us. Anyone can have it, although it is common in female (women) than male (men). It occurs on a range of body parts, including the stomach, thighs, hips, breasts, upper arms, and lower back. Due to these circumstances, many individuals experience the discomfort of itchy stretch marks. The itchiness can be attributed to the stretching and scarring of the skin, leading…

Do you wish to have a Straightening Teeth but worry about using conventional braces? Rest assured you are not alone in this! teeth aligners are the option. Many adults have this concern, especially because they would like to have a Straightening Teeth and smile, but they do not want to lose their flexibility and want the best treatment plans. Braces adhere permanently to your teeth during the plan of treatment, which means that once the treatment begins, you cannot think of removing the wires or brackets without visiting your orthodontist. However, Invisalign is quite different. These clear, smooth, acrylic teeth…

WHY NOT HONEY INSTEAD? Is there anything good about SUGAR? Sugar can suppress the immune system. Sugar upsets the mineral relationships in the body. It can cause hyperactivity, anxiety, difficulty concentrating, and crankiness in children. It can produce a significant rise in triglycerides. It contributes to the reduction in defence against bacterial infection (Infectious Diseases). It causes a loss of tissue elasticity and function, the more sugar you eat, the more elasticity and function you loose. It reduces high-density lipoproteins. It leads to chromium deficiency. It leads to cancer of the ovaries. It can increase fasting levels of glucose. It…

Sometimes it feels like you can’t just win it with lips! The cold wind dries them up and hot sunny weather can play havoc with your mouths too. Whatever the weather has in store for your mouths, there are ways that you can protect them and make sure they stay smooth and lush. Here are ten great tips on how to keep your lips looking attractive and kissable. 1. Keep your lips clean Your lips are exposed to the dust and dirt that is in the air, not to mention the food and drink that passes by your mouths. It’s important to…

Brushing your hair a hundred strokes a day won’t give you healthier hair. In fact, over-brushing encourages hair damage and hair loss, says the American Academy of Dermatology. Your hairbrush is a simple, necessary tool to tame tresses into the right style as you blow-dry. However, the type of brush you use and how you use it can influence the overall health of your hair. Step 1 Use an inexpensive, plastic hairbrush with widely-spaced needles, advises dermatologist Paradi Mirmirani, M.D. Expensive natural boar bristle brushes are often promoted as the “best” type of brush to use for your hair. In…

Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva FOP: A rare disease but dramatic genetic disorder that turns muscles, tendons and ligaments into bone. Medical Definition of Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP) Disease Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP) is a condition in which bone grows outside the skeleton. Abnormal bone growth replaces connective tissue, including tendons and ligaments. FOP is caused by a genetic mutation. It’s the only recognized condition that causes one organ system to morph into another. The average age at the onset of misplaced bone formation is 5 years (range: from birth to 25 years). The most common starting sites are the neck, spine,…