Maureen Connor

Contrary to the popular belief, periodontal diseases, not tooth decay, are the main cause of adult tooth loss. These diseases, caused by bacterial infection in the gums, ligaments and bones, can be cured quite easily by periodontal therapy. Although painless, periodontal diseases can occur at any age and the progress of the diseases differs from [...]

Computers have made life easier for man but they have also bred a lot of unfounded fears.One popular belief is that computer work can damage the eyes. It’s easy to understand why some people think so. Millions of people sit for hours in front of computer monitors or video display terminals (VDTs), prompting the prophets [...]