By VFranco
Periodontal disease, often referred to as gum disease, affects millions of Americans each year. Periodontal disease is actually a group of related chronic inflammatory diseases caused by bacterial infections. These bacterial infections are in turn caused by periodontal pathogens, microscopic organisms that work their way into your mouth. Without the proper care, they can cause infection and...
By Justine Depalma
Scabies is the name given to an infestation of the human body by the microscopic mite. The mite burrows under the skin, laying eggs along the way. According to the Centers for Disease Control, symptoms of scabies include intense itching, redness and swelling and a rash that looks like pimples. Scabies usually affects the stomach, shoulder blades, breasts, penis, buttocks, between the fingers and ...
By Sarah Letts
Acne can occur for a variety of different reasons, ranging from bacteria to hormonal fluctuations. If you have acne, it's important to maintain a regular skin care regime. Healthy skin begins from the inside so you must take care of your body and overall health to keep your skin looking good. Though it sometimes takes time, you can clean up your acne. Remain dedicated and you'll see...
By Sabrina Ashley
There are several ways to stimulate hair growth naturally. Taking care of your hair by keeping it clean is the first step to promoting increased hair growth. Having beautiful, healthy-looking hair is an achievable goal and with continued effort you can increase the growth rate. The hair normally grows ½ of an inch each month, but with supplements, herbal remedies and massage, this...
By Sarah Letts
Pore size is genetically determined. While most people strive for invisible pores, some individuals are simply born with larger pores. While you can't actually alter the size of your pores, you can make them appear smaller. Regular skin maintenance is essential to reducing the appearance of large pores. If you keep them clean and free of debris, they will appear much smaller than they...