Oral sodium phosphate products are commonly used as bowel cleansers prior to a colonoscopy. However, recently, there has been mounting evidence to indicate that these products may increase your risk of developing serious kidney injuries following your colonoscopy. On December 11, 2008, the <a href=...

Hospital emergency rooms are high-stress areas with each newly-arrived patient bringing unpredictable problems and needing quick and appropriate medical care. The staff must think quickly on their feet and yet stay calm. They must hurry all their actions and yet remember every required or useful...

If you have been exposed to asbestos and have developed an asbestos related disease, there is a good probability that it was due to exposure to asbestos on the job, from products you’ve used that contained asbestos and may have been deteriorating, or from an...

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is usually the result of a sudden, violent blow to the head. This sudden, violent blow to the head can be the result of an <a href= http://www.tilpc.com/accidents.html>automobile accident injury</a>, a fall, a <a href= http://www.tilpc.com/wd_job_injuries.html>work-related accident</a>, a criminal assault,...

Imagine going through life with persistent, unexplained pain and other complications in the head, face and body. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) , approximately 5-12% of the American population, or about 10 million Americans, suffer from a condition that...

You probably know that if you stay in the sun all day with no sunscreen or UV-blocking clothing, you will be burnt. Most people also know that if they do this for years, they may have a lovely suntan, but their skin will be damaged...

The number of accidents on U.S. roadways that involve buses has been steadily rising in recent years. Federal transit authorities report that the number of bus accidents went from just over 9,700 in 2003 to more than 28,000 in 2007. And whether it is a...

As you grow older, it’s all too common to lose teeth. Whether it’s only a few teeth or all of your teeth, it’s an inconvenient situation to deal with. While many people find dentures a suitable alternative, they have many disadvantages. Dentures must be cleaned...

If your eyes tend to be dry you will typically be excluded as a LASIK candidate. That is because in creating the corneal flap which folds back and gives the treatment laser access to the deeper layer, some tiny nerves are usually cut. This is...

If you have been diagnosed with nearsightedness or farsightedness , you may experience some blurry vision, especially when you are not wearing your glasses or contact lenses. But did you know you may also have a common condition known as astigmatism? Astigmatism can also cause...

Winter Park, FL – August 1, 2009 – Jeffrey M. Hartog, MD, is now offering Sculptra®Aesthetic (injectable poly-L-lactic acid), a cosmetic facial injectable that works gradually, resulting in a more youthful looking appearance that can last up to two years. Sculptra®Aesthetic is approved by the...

The first facelift surgery was performed in Germany in 1901. After one hundred years, it is still one of the most sought after cosmetic procedures in the U.S. with more than 118,000 procedures performed in 2007. While the concept of the facelift has remained the...

Neuromuscular dentistry is the branch of dentistry that treats issues with the muscles, jaw bones/joints, and tendons, and their collaborative relationship with teeth and gums. Its main focus is in treating misalignment of the jaw and temporomandibular joint, or TMJ. TMD/TMJ Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD)...

Discolored teeth can be disheartening. They can be a source of embarrassment, they can cause a drop in self-confidence, and feelings of insecurity may develop because you may not feel like you are projecting the right image to those around you. Tooth discoloration is a...

Bright white teeth have always signaled health and beauty.  But for many of us, white teeth are a thing of the past.  Many factors conspire to darken teeth, damaging our smile and in turn our confidence and self-esteem. Dark Teeth There are a number of...

Cosmetic surgery is extremely popular. Men and women have certain procedures performed for several different reasons, but the main reason is to help boost self-esteem and acquire the body of their dreams. Men and women from about the age of 20 to 80 undergo cosmetic...

A bucket truck is a truck with a boom and “bucket” or “cherry-picker” attached, often employed as service vehicles in the television, telephone, and utility businesses, usually as a way of accessing wires high in the air.  The bucket acts as a work platform that...

Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure to enhance small or underdeveloped breasts and will permanently alter your appearance. It is important to educate yourself as much as possible prior to your initial consultation. You will most likely gather a great deal of information from attending...

Various types of building projects can fall under the umbrella of eminent domain, including: Road construction Road widening and improvement Public use buildings Public schools fall under the final category.  For instance, Florida’s Marion County School District currently plans to build an elementary school, and...

Breast reconstruction is a surgical procedure for women who have had one or both breasts removed. This surgery rebuilds the breast so that it is the same general shape and size as it was previously, and adds a nipple and areola. A majority of women...