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Laser Dental Treatments in India WHAT IS LASER DENTISTRY ? Like in every other field, lasers have brought a revolution in the surgical dentistry also. Now a patient can go through a surgical dental treatment without experiencing the pain of needles or stitches. This diode dental laser helps in the treatment of various soft tissue procedures easily. A laser dental treatment is less- invasive but offers great results. Such a treatment needs less anesthesia and thus is more comfortable making the recovery and healing also quicker. You can get various kinds of treatments done like gum lift, gum disease, minor surgeries or gum reconstruction easily. Uses of Lasers in Dentistry Laser Treatment for Gum Disease This cost-effective, non-invasive procedure offers better results. People who cannot get surgeries done like those suffering from hypertension, diabetes, cardiac problems, organ transplant and epileptic, they can go for this. LASER TEETH WHITENING By using laser in whitening, ...

Apicoectomy treatment in India What Is An Apicoectomy? Apicoectomy is the process through which the root tip and its surrounding infected issues of an infected tooth are removed. Generally, this procedure is done when inflammation or infection persists after a root canal treatment. This process is also known as endodontic microsurgery because the procedure is performed under an operating microscope. The other name for it also is Root-End Resection. When is it necessary to have an apicoectomy? If after a root canal treatment, a root canal again becomes infected, most of the time it happens because of a problem near the apex of the root. The dentist uses this procedure so that he can fix the problem so that the tooth does not need to be extracted out. This process is done only after at least one root canal procedure. Some of the cases, it is possible that before an  apicoectomy  is done, a second root canal treatment is done. After so much of advancement in technology, i...

NEURAL STEM CELL THERAPY IN INDIA Stem Cells are identical biological cells, which can make different specialized cells and can split to create more Stem Cells. They are easily found in multi-cellular organisms. In full grown organisms, Stem Cells work to mend the body system, restocking adult tissues. Adult Stem Cells are normally used in medical therapies, for example in  bone marrow  transplantation. Stem Cells can now be artificially grown and changed into specific cell kind with features dependable on cells of various tissues such as muscles or nerves. NEURAL STEM CELLS THERAPY IN INDIA The various parts of the brain and spinal cord have different and specific cells. Stem cell technology allows the separation and growth of neural stem cells from these regions of the central nervous system (CNS) in almost boundless numbers from a single tissue. The basic idea of stem cell therapy is to restore and/or fix dead or diseased cells. Neural stem cell therapy is developing ...

Cancer Treatment Packages in India Cancer Treatments Cost India.No of Ward daysProcedure Cost (USD)Advanced Oral Cancer Treatment - Surgery, Radiation and/or Chemotherapy cost in India 7 days 4500-7500 Whipple Procedure for Pancreatic Cancer cost in India 14-21 days 8000 Total Pancreatectomy for Pancreatic Cancer cost in India 14-21 days 8000 to 12000 Radical Hysterectomy for Pancreatic Cancer cost in India Depends upon the treatment 5000 Advanced Esophageal Cancer Surgery cost in India Depends upon the treatment 6500 to 8500 Ovarian Cancer: Radiation Therapy cost in India Depends upon the treatment 3,000 Ovarian Cancer: Chemotherapy cost in India Depends upon the treatment 4,000 Ovarian Cancer: Radical Hysterectomy cost in India Depends upon the treatment 5,000 Brain Cancer Surgery- Craniotomy cost in India 5-7 days 9,000 Brain Cancer Surgery - Micro Surgery cost in India Depends upon the treatment 12,000 Brain Cancer Surgery - Gamma Knife Surgery cost in India Depends ...

Cancer Treatment Packages in India Cancer Treatments Cost India.No of Ward daysProcedure Cost (USD)Advanced Oral Cancer Treatment - Surgery, Radiation and/or Chemotherapy cost in India 7 days 4500-7500 Whipple Procedure for Pancreatic Cancer cost in India 14-21 days 8000 Total Pancreatectomy for Pancreatic Cancer cost in India 14-21 days 8000 to 12000 Radical Hysterectomy for Pancreatic Cancer cost in India Depends upon the treatment 5000 Advanced Esophageal Cancer Surgery cost in India Depends upon the treatment 6500 to 8500 Ovarian Cancer: Radiation Therapy cost in India Depends upon the treatment 3,000 Ovarian Cancer: Chemotherapy cost in India Depends upon the treatment 4,000 Ovarian Cancer: Radical Hysterectomy cost in India Depends upon the treatment 5,000 Brain Cancer Surgery- Craniotomy cost in India 5-7 days 9,000 Brain Cancer Surgery - Micro Surgery cost in India Depends upon the treatment 12,000 Brain Cancer Surgery - Gamma Knife Surgery cost in India...

What Is Cancer? Cancer is a medical term used to refer any one of a large number of diseases, characterized by the development of abnormal cells. Diseased cells grow and divide uncontrollably. They have the ability to infiltrate and destroy normal body tissue. The disease also has the ability to spread throughout your body by the means of lymph systems and blood.  Cancer  cannot be specifically regarded as one disease rather it is made up of many diseases. Causes of Cancer Cancer is caused by changes (mutations) to the DNA within cells. The DNA inside a cell contains a set of instructions guiding the cell on how to grow and divide. Any disruption in the instructions may allow a cell to become cancerous. A gene mutation can instruct a healthy cell to: Allow rapid growth. As cells grow and divide more rapidly, this creates many new cells that all have that same mutation. Fail to stop uncontrolled cell growth. Normal cells know when to stop growing so that you have j...

Gallbladder Cancer Treatment in India What Is Gallbladder Cancer ? The cancer that starts in the gallbladder is known as gallbladder cancer. This cancer starts in the innermost layer of tissue that then spreads from the outer layers as it develops. A gall bladder is basically located on the right side of the abdomen, just below the liver. Bile (a digestive fluid) is stored in the gallbladder. Types of Gallbladder Cancer Gallbladder cancer has been categorized into different types that depend on the cells affected. A large number of gallbladder cancers are Adenocarcinomas which is considered as the most common type. Adenocarcinomas begin in the gland cells that line the gallbladder. Papillary Adenocarcinomas, also referred to as papillary cancer, is also considered as a type of gallbladder cancer. Other uncommon gallbladder cancers include squamous cell carcinoma, adenosquamous carcinoma, sarcomas and small cell carcinomas. Causes of Gallbladder Cancer There are no known...

What Is Neuro-Oncology? Neuro-Oncology Treatment India The branch of medicine that study tumor of the  nervous system  is termed as neuro-oncology. Following are several objectives of neuro-oncology - To know the prognostic factors that are influencing glioma outcome. To treat primary peripheral and central nervous system tumors A careful study of typical radiological appearance, prognosis and treatment options for the neurological complications of cancer such as epidural spinal cord compression and brain metastases. A careful study of signs and symptoms of brain tumors in children and adults Neurological complications associated with systemic cancer A careful study of typical radiological appearance, prognosis and treatment options for primary brain tumors such as brain stem glioma, low-grade glioma, medulloblastoma, and glioblastoma. Brain Cancer Cancerous growth or tumor in the brain is termed as brain cancer. A tumor is usually a mass of cells that reproduce them...

Skin Cancer Treatment in India What Is Skin Cancer? The abnormal or unusual growth of  skin cells  that develops on the skin exposed to the sun. Melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma are the three main types of skin cancer. Squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma are the most common and their treatment is also very effective. Malignant melanoma in its later stages is difficult to treat. Causes of Skin Cancer Solariums : UVB and UVA radiation are emitted by solariums that cause skin cancer. Cosmetic tanning is not recommended by many doctors under any circumstances. Sunburn : Sunburn is considered as the chief reason that causes melanoma. Sunburn can even happen in cool temperatures as UV radiation is still strong at that time. Burning is not caused by sun exposure rather it results in damaging of the skin cells and also increases the risk of developing a skin cancer. Persistent exposure to UV radiation year after year can also cause ski...

Tonsil Cancer Treatment in India About Tonsil Cancer: Tonsil cancer  is one of the head and neck cancers which develops in the Oropharynx, which is located at the back of your throat. Risk Factors: Some individuals are more likely to get tonsil cancer because of their lifestyle. Alcohol and tobacco: Smoking and regular drinking can increase the risk of tonsil cancer, especially when you drink and smoke together Infections: If you are infected with the virus HPV (Human Papillomavirus) or HIV, you are at an increased risk of getting the cancer Age: More common in people above the age of 50 You are also likely to get  tonsil cancer  if you have had an organ transplant) Chewing Betel quid (paan) is also considered to increase the cancer risk Symptoms: Sores in the backside of the mouth that does not heal easily Swollen tonsil with different sizes Difficulty in swallowing Swollen lymph nodes in the neck Bad breath and hoarseness Ear and throat pain R...

Brachytherapy Treatment in India What Is Brachytherapy? Brachytherapy, also known as internal radiation therapy, is considered as one of the type of radiation therapy for treating cancer. Radioactive material is placed within the tumor or close to the tumor. The technique of Brachytherapy is used for delivering a higher dose of radiation for treating a small area in very less time as compared with external beam radiation treatment. The different types of cancers throughout the body are treated by  Brachytherapy  that may include - Eye Prostate Vagina Head and Neck Rectum Uterus Skin Gallbladder Cervix Breast Lung Brachytherapy Treatment Cost in India VS Other Countries India is the most preferable destination for patients who are looking for low-cost Brachytherapy treatment. Brachytherapy treatment  cost in India is comparatively affordable than in other countries in the world. The healthcare facilities in India and its allied services are available at the m...

What Is Pancreatic Cancer? Cancer that grows inside the pancreas is known as pancreatic cancer. The pancreas is the gland that is about 6 inches long that makes hormones including the enzymes responsible for controlling blood sugar and also helps in digesting food. The development of pancreatic cancer starts when the cells inside the pancreas grow out of control. This cancer may metastasize or spread top surrounding organs and lymph nodes such as lungs and liver. There are three parts of the pancreas that include - Tail: It is the end of the pancreas close to the spleen Head: It is a part of the pancreas near to liver ducts and small bowel Body: It is the middle of the pancreas Approximately 90% of pancreatic cancer grows in the head of the pancreas. Types of Pancreatic Cancer Pancreatic cancer can be categorized into different types that depend on whether or not cancer began in the endocrine or exocrine component. Pancreatic cancer types include - Endocrine Tumors: Endocrine t...

Hand & Wrist Surgery in India The movement and power in  hands and wrists  are controlled by muscles and tendons. Hand and wrist surgery refers to the treatment of bones and soft tissue injuries with the use of the latest equipment and tools. Who should consider hand & wrist surgery? It is not necessary that people who have arthritis-related problems with their hands and wrists need surgery. But those who need it, surgery is a great help in relieving pain and in the improvement of the functioning of the hand. Whether A Surgery Is Needed Or Not, Following becoming The Considerations: The severity of the problem The preferences of the patient The response of the patient to other treatments Most Common Hand and Wrist Injuries Following Are Some Of   Hand And Wrist  Conditions Which Need Surgery: Bone and Joint Problems of the Wrist and Hand- Fractures and dislocations, Arthritis, Joint contractures and Amputations Muscle, Tendon and Ligament- Tendon l...

Renal Failure Treatment in India What Is Renal Failure? Renal Failure Treatment in India An injury of the kidney that causes the kidneys to stop working unexpectedly and suddenly is known as renal failure. The failure of the kidney results in accumulation of waste material (electrolytes) and this accumulation can also cause some harmful effects on the body. The symptoms of renal failure indicate the presence of a kidney related problem. Usually the older people faces the problem of renal failure who have a history of  heart failure , obesity, history of diabetes, accelerated blood pressure and kidney or liver conditions. When the kidneys permanently fail to work then it is considered as the last stage of renal disease. Causes of Acute Renal Failure Some of the causes of acute renal failure include - A sudden blockage that obstructs the flow of the urine out of the kidneys: There could be sudden blockage due to kidney stones, an enlarged prostate gland, a tumor or by an ...

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Surgery in India What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? The common condition of  Carpal tunnel syndrome  (CTS) affects the wrist, hand and sometimes complete upper extremity. CTS in pregnancy is the most common problem which is due to swelling caused by fluid retention. The tunnel is (like a narrow canal) located at the base of the palm and is defined by the overlying transverse carpal ligament and wrist bones. The median (a major nerve) and some tendons pass from this tunnel that is responsible for controlling movement and sensation of the hand. This also provides for muscle strength at the bottom of the thumb. A part of the ring finger, little finger and also the outer edges of the palm are unaffected by this condition as the median nerve does not serve these parts. Causes of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome This Common Disorder Can Affect A Large Number Of Patients. Its Causes Include - Wrist dislocation and fracture Swelling and inflammation around t...

What is a Spinal Tumor? spinal tumor surgery India A spinal tumor is an abnormal growth seen in the spinal column or inside the spinal canal. It may be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous) in nature. Tumors developing in the spinal column (vertebras) are known as vertebral tumors while the tumors originating in the spinal canal are called as spinal cord tumors. What are the Types of Spinal Tumors? Spinal tumors are generally divided into two classes according to the location of their origin. These are: Vertebral Tumors / Spinal Cord Tumors The spinal cord tumors are further classified into: Intra-medullar Tumors - These originate in the cells inside the spinal cord, including the ependymomas and Extra-medullar Tumors - These are seen developing in the network of supporting cells that surrounds the spinal cord. Although these do not originate in the spinal cord itself these affect the functioning of the  spinal cord  by causing spinal cord compression and o...

Brain Tumors Treatment India What Is A Brain Tumor? Brain tumors develop when there is an abnormal growth of cells in the brain. This rare condition can be seen in both adults and children. Brain tumors can be categorized into cancerous (malignant) and non-cancerous (benign). Cancerous (malignant) tumors are more aggressive and serious than non-cancerous (benign) tumor. There are approximately 140 types of  brain tumors  that can develop in the brain. Metastatic or primary are the two types of brain tumors. Primary tumors develop in the brain and do not spread outside the brain. Unlike primary tumors, metastatic tumors develop in other body part and spread to the brain through lymphatic or blood tissue. Kidney cancer, lung cancer, melanoma, and breast cancer can spread to the brain.  What Causes Brain Tumors? There Is No As Such Proven Cause Of Brain Tumors. However, Some Of The Causes Include - · A family history of genetic disorders such as tuberous sc...

Total Shoulder Replacement  Arthroplasty  is a very well established surgical procedure for restoring comfort & function in patients with arthritic shoulders. Arthritic ball is replaced by a smooth metallic ball which is fixed to humerus (arm bone) by a stem which fits in it during this procedure. Arthritic glenoid (socket) is also resurfaced as part of this procedure with high-density   polyethylene prosthesis . Among different types of surgical options which are available for arthritis shoulders, this procedure seems to provide the most rapid & complete improvement & which is comfortable & functional for patients with arthritis in shoulders. Success will, however, require technical excellence of surgery & patient's commitment to exercise program until desired range of motion can be comfortably achieved. Key Parts of the Normal Shoulder Joint Humeral head or the ball fits within the socket called glenoid & which is held there by the  r...