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Before the surgery, there is pain and inflammation in your joint, your mobility is decreased and there is difficulty in walking. Your joint aches while walking, but after the surgery, you would feel relief from pain and inflammation. Your movements will be smooth and frictionless. Hip Replacement or arthroplasty is the surgical removal of a damaged hip joint and replaced by an artificial one. The hip prosthesis is implanted in place of the original hip joint. It is made up of metallic and plastic parts. Surgery can be of two types: Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) – involves the removal of both the…

Only a few years ago, medical tourism was a blip in overall global tourism spending. Today, it is a multi-billion dollar industry that is expected to increase by up to 25 percent per year over the next 10 years. This is according to a recent report issued by VISA and Oxford Economics, whilst this figure can only be considered an estimate, it indicates the general publics growing acceptance of the industry. Stats and Figures Although precise figures are hard to come by and the range can vary from source to source, the following figures are given as the general consensus: Current…

What you need to know about All-On-2 Procedure An all-On-2 dental implant uses only 2 implants to attach a complete bridge in either the upper or lower jaws, meaning you do not need an implant for every missing tooth. This procedure is ideal for people who have lost or need to replace some of their teeth and want their new teeth to have the same level of stability and strength as natural teeth. What Does the Procedure Involve? The procedure is performed under general anesthetic. Your dentist will start by evaluating and scanning your mouth to assess its anatomical structures.…

Before the knee replacement surgery, you suffer from severe pain, inflammation, and difficulty in walking. After the operation, your mobility becomes much more graceful with less inflammation and pain. Joint stability is increased and there’s no need for walking aids. Life becomes much better and easy after knee replacement. Arthroplasty or Knee Replacement is a surgical procedure involving the exchange of a damaged and weakened knee joint with an artificial one. It is commonly performed for different types of arthritic knee diseases such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis mostly brought on with old age. Other causes can be…

What you need to know about Teeth Whitening Procedure Teeth whitening sometimes referred to as teeth bleaching, is a cosmetic procedure to lighten the color of your teeth. It is ideal for people with healthy, unrestored teeth and gums. The procedure does not work on people who have any type of false teeth, including crowns, implants, dentures, and veneers. What does the Procedure Involve? There are two different options to undergo professional teeth whitening: in-office treatment and at-home treatment through a dentist. Both options use peroxide-based bleaching agents (carbamide or hydrogen peroxides). With in-office treatment, your dentist will apply a…

Invitro fertilisation also known as IVF is a procedure whereby the egg is removed from the ovaries and fertilized by a sperm in a dish under lab conditions. After fertilisation, an embryo is formed which is then re-implanted into the uterus. IVF can be used to treat: Women with blocked/damaged fallopian tubes Male infertility Women with ovulation disorders Women with their fallopian tubes removed Unexplained infertility The Process: Administer fertility medication daily to increase production of more mature eggs A minor surgery is done to retrieve the eggs Sample of sperm taken from the male Insemination takes place where the…

Cosmetic surgery offers you a wide range of choices for different types of procedures that can be performed on parts of a person’s body that require some aesthetic enhancements. Today even a woman’s genital area may also go through a cosmetic enhancement procedure. A Labiaplasty is also referred to as the Designer vagina, Labia minora reduction or Labial reduction is a plastic surgery procedure that trims the length of a woman’s labia minora. It is the most common vaginal rejuvenation procedure performed on women. Surgery typically results in a shorter labia that no longer hangs down below the level of the…

What you need to know about Liver Transplant (Living Related Donor) A liver transplant is a surgical procedure that replaces a liver that is diseased or no longer functions properly with a liver from a deceased donor or a portion of a healthy liver from a living donor. The living donor can be: Someone who is emotionally related to the recipient such as a good friend, a significant other, or a spouse. A family member of the recipient, such as a parent, adult child, brother, or sister. Other biologically related relatives, such as an aunt, uncle, or cousin. A person…

What you need to know about Ultrasound Scan An ultrasound scan, also known as sonography, is a medical test that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of structures inside of your body. These images can provide valuable information to diagnose and treat numerous diseases and conditions. The image produced is called a sonogram. Ultrasound scans are commonly associated with pregnancy as they are often used to view the uterus and ovaries during pregnancy, providing an expectant mother with the first view of her unborn child. The scans can also be used to monitor the health of the developing baby.…

What you need to know about Laser Tattoo Removal Procedure Laser tattoo removal is a technique to eliminate an unwanted tattoo with little to no side effects. It works by breaking up the pigment colors with a high-intensity light beam. You can undergo a laser tattoo removal if you regret having a tattoo, unhappy with the appearance of your tattoo, the tattoo causes infection, or you have an allergic reaction to the tattoo. What does the Procedure Involve? Most people do not need anesthesia, but you can ask for a topical or local anesthetic from your doctor. During the procedure,…