Parents who have given birth to infants with congenital heart problems often feel at a loss. They know they will get the referrals they need from their children's doctor to see a pediatric specialist, but most parents are unaware of what a pediatric heart surgeon does or can do. The following illustrates the special care these doctors give their smallest patients.
Training and Education
Pediatric heart surgeons often operate on children and infants, some of which have hearts no bigger than a tangerine when they are born.
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Do you have crooked or chipped teeth? If your teeth are making you feel awkward or uncomfortable smiling in public or for photos, there's a way to get your smile in tip-top shape without braces. Veneers can make your crooked teeth look perfect in mere hours rather than the months or years braces would take. Here's some basic information on getting veneers.
How Veneers Work & The Varieties They Come In
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When you're chasing the soccer ball down the field, your mind is on little else. That is, until you try to turn around only to hear a pop and feel your knee give out. And while it may be tempting to keep playing, these are classic signs of a torn ACL—a serious, but common, injury.
What is the ACL?
In your knee, there are four bones—the fibula, the tibia, the femur, and the patella (kneecap).
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As people get older, it becomes more and more likely that they'll need help with their day-to-day lives. Yet, seniors today often are active and independent. Many seniors hate the idea of giving up their private homes and moving into a nursing home, because they feel that they will lose their independence. However, an assisted care facility isn't the same thing as a nursing home: you only receive the care you need when you need it.
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