Surgery will involve folding back the gums under local anaesthetic, cleaning out the bacteria and changing the shape of the gum pockets. Occasionally, in specific situations, bone defects can be ...

Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of preventable blindness in the U.S. In general, glaucoma occurs when pressure builds up in the eye and causes damage to the optic nerve. The optic nerve is like ...

If you know that you will require oral surgery for dental health, a Medicare Advantage plan (Medicare Part C) that covers routine dental procedures may be best for you. Not every Medicare ...

Background and Aim Chewing gum proposal has been used in surgery to reduce postoperative ileus for more than 10 years; however, the efficacy remains imprecise. The aim of this study was to ...