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The problem of complete tooth loss can affect a person at any age. Its causes can be different: age-related changes in the body, chronic gum disease, the presence of systemic diseases, the consequences of mechanical trauma. To restore their chewing function and return a dazzling smile, jaw prosthetics are necessary.

Lung cancer is a severe oncopathology with an unfavorable prognosis. In the absence of medical care, up to 80% of patients with this disease die within the first year after diagnosis confirmation. However, due to early detection and timely treatment, a person has a chance to increase life expectancy significantly. Here are the 5 best hospitals...

Living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) presents one of medicine's most heart-wrenching scenarios. Imagine being fully aware and mentally sharp, yet watching as your body gradually loses its ability to perform the simplest tasks – from walking and talking to breathing. This creates an emotional burden not only for patients but for their families as well.

It is no surprise that more and more people are going to Germany for treatment. This country attracts surplus funding in the development and research of medicine. Germany ranks third in the world among the countries with the highest life expectancy and this is a direct merit of the country’s healthcare system. The cost of medical treatment in Germany depends on many factors.

Visual information undergoes complex processing before it can turn into a clear picture. The optic nerve is largely responsible for this process. Unfortunately, it can atrophy due to various pathological processes. Currently, there are no treatments in medicine that would completely cure degenerative diseases of the optic nerve.

A smile decorates the appearance of any person. However, many people, especially after 40 years of age, have weakened, decayed, chipped, or damaged teeth in their mouths. The constant desire to hide existing shortcomings leads to decreased self-esteem, isolation from communication with other people, and psychological discomfort.

Cryoablation (cryotherapy) is a method of ultra-fast freezing of tissue in order to destroy it. The technique is used in oncology, most commonly for kidney cancer, prostate cancer, and metastatic liver cancer. It can also be used for other types of cancer as a palliative procedure that partially destroys the tumor and relieves symptoms.

Tooth loss not only affects the aesthetic aspect, but also has a significant impact on the patient's quality of life. Professional dental prosthetics can help in this complex clinical situation. Removable dentures, although they are an inexpensive solution, have significant disadvantages: they do not provide sufficient chewing function, cause a noticeable discomfort when used, often look unnatural and...