Brachial plexus injury is the injury caused to the brachial plexus, a network of nerves in the neck that control movement and feeling of the arm. This type of injury affects the functions of movement, feeling and growth of the arm. In children, this injury is usually caused during the birthing process. In adults, it occurs most frequently in motorcycle accidents. Sometimes, the injury heals with therapy...
7/13/2013 4:14:48 AM
Every part of the face is of equal importance, when it comes to the overall appearance of the face. If there is any oddity in the facial appearance, then your self confidence can be affected negatively. Tired eyelids, a bent nose, protruding ears, wrinkled forehead or nasolabial folds may severely affect your appearance. Breathing can be affected by narrow nostrils, while a lower jaw without its natural...
7/9/2013 9:05:59 AM
Cleft lip and palate are congenital conditions owing to which the roof of the mouth as well as the upper lip may be affected. These may be seen occurring together or separately. In cleft lip, a cleft exists between the lateral and medial lip segments. The upper jaw, nose and lip may be distorted due to this. In cleft palate, there is no separation between the nasal and oral cavities. There are specialized...
7/8/2013 7:12:19 AM
Breast enhancement is an ideal procedure for women who are unhappy with their breast size, shape and symmetry. If you are a candidate considering breast enlargement, make sure to research on all aspects of the procedure before undergoing it. Many people, who enquire about the benefits and risks of the surgery, fail to check how long it takes to recover from the breast augmentation procedure. After...
7/6/2013 7:01:43 AM
Breast enhancement is an ideal procedure for women who are unhappy with their breast size, shape and symmetry. If you are a candidate considering breast enlargement, make sure to research on all aspects of the procedure before undergoing it. Many people, who enquire about the benefits and risks of the surgery, fail to check how long it takes to recover from the breast augmentation procedure. After...
7/6/2013 7:01:37 AM
Microtia is a birth defect and in this, the deformity is seen in the external ear. Sometimes, it includes the inner ear and the middle ear too. In several cases, hearing loss is caused due to this condition. If you have a doubt whether this condition has affected your child, consult a surgeon who has special expertise in microtia ear surgery. The procedure is a technically difficult one and so, staying...
7/2/2013 8:17:40 AM
Cleft lip and palate are birth defects due to which the roof and the upper lip of the mouth are affected. Cleft refers to a gap in the body structure due to which a specific structure is incompletely closed during development. In some babies, only a cleft lip is seen. However, in some others, a cleft palate is also seen along with cleft lip. What Causes The Condition? The cause of cleft lip and...
7/2/2013 3:36:11 AM
Microtia is a congenital malformation in which the pinna of the ear does not develop fully. The true cause of microtia is unknown. The good thing is that this condition is completely treatable and the child can lead a normal life. Ear reconstruction surgery for microtia can be performed at any time after the child is large enough to allow sufficient cartilage to be taken. Usually, the surgery involves...
6/26/2013 9:40:05 AM
Microtia is a congenital malformation in which the pinna of the ear does not develop fully. The true cause of microtia is unknown. The good thing is that this condition is completely treatable and the child can lead a normal life. Ear reconstruction surgery for microtia can be performed at any time after the child is large enough to allow sufficient cartilage to be taken. Usually, the surgery involves...
6/26/2013 9:40:04 AM
People who are looking forward to a solution for the stubborn abdominal fat that is resistant to diet and exercise commonly opt for abdominoplasty which is a result-oriented aesthetic procedure. Abdominoplasty, otherwise called tummy tuck, is also beneficial for removing extra skin resulting from sudden weight loss or pregnancy. A smoother and firmer abdominal profile is created by restoring the separated...
6/25/2013 9:43:55 AM