Natural Progesterone and Estrogen as an Alternative to HRT

By Jeannine Virtue

In the first month you will begin to slowly wean yourself off synthetic hormones while introducing the hormone replacement therapy replacements. The purpose behind slowly tapering off hormone replacement therapy is two-fold. First, you can avoid drug withdraw by taking the slow approach. Second, slowly weaning yourself off hormone replacement therapy provides the necessary time for the alternatives to take hold. It typically takes a month or two for the natural alternative elements to solidly work through your body. more…

Are the Bacteria in Your Mouth Killing You?

Dr. Alfred W. Choi, D.D.S.

One human mouth is home to more microorganisms than there are people on our planet earth.  Gum disease is a chronic bacterial infection that affects not just the gums, but the bone supporting the teeth.  These bacteria start to invade and colonize tissues in the mouth (especially the space between the gums and the teeth) from birth till death.  More than 400 species of bacteria create an exquisite system called a ‘bio-film’. more…

Podiatrist Uses New Techniques for Common Foot Problems

By Dr. Debra E Young, DPM

Dr. Debra Young can now use one small incision to perform plantar fasciotomies or Morton’s neuroma decompressions in a matter of minutes. Known as the Isogard system or the Koby procedure.  These new techniques are performed by placing the Isogard device through the tiny incision.  This instrument looks like a flat tiny tuning fork.   The two tines are placed above and below the fascia or ligament.  A smaller amount of the fascia is released than with the endoscopic procedure.  Once the desired section of ligament or fascia has been released one or two small stitches are all that is needed to close the incision.  Since this new surgical system does not require the use of any special endoscopic equipment, the Koby procedures can been performed in a minor surgical procedure room eliminating additional costs to insurance companies, surgery facilities and, most importantly, patients.
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