Most people think jaw surgery is only for teens. But guess what? It's not just for kids. Adults can get it too, even if they have fake teeth or implants. Sometimes, people wait too long to fix their jaw. They might pull teeth, get dentures, or even implants. But these don't fix the real problem. Th
PLANA is a new way to help babies with cleft lip and palate. It does not use a plate inside the mouth. This makes it different from other treatments. Doctors wanted to see if PLANA helps babies gain weight better. They looked at 19 babies who used PLANA. They also looked at 25 babies who used NAM.
In the heart of Washington, Senator Jeff Merkley from Oregon took a bold step. He started a long speech to challenge President Trump's plans. This happened during the 22nd day of a government shutdown. Merkley's main goal was clear. He wanted to warn people about what he sees as a dangerous power gr
New moms often struggle to find the right resources to maintain a healthy lifestyle after childbirth. This is where technology can step in and offer a helping hand. A recent study explored the use of a mobile health app, called Healthy Together, to support postpartum women in their journey towards b
Frantiek Balt, a notable figure in the world of bird lice research, would have turned 100 years old this year. His work, both published and unpublished, has left a lasting impact on the field of ornithology and phthirapterology. Balt was a pioneer in studying chewing lice, a group of tiny insects th
Chicago is in the spotlight, but not for the usual reasons. The city is facing a surge in federal activity that many see as a power play, not a crime-fighting mission. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents have been making bold moves, like nighttime raids and aggressive arrests. These act
Hearing tests that don't rely on a person's responses are super important. They give clear, unbiased results. These tests are crucial for accurate diagnoses and legal cases. They can't be faked or influenced by the person being tested. There are different types of these tests. One checks how well s
Broiler chickens getting sick from pathogens like Eimeria and E. coli can really mess up their growth and make farming them worse for the environment. When chickens get these infections, they grow slower and need more food, which means they produce more carbon dioxide. This is bad news for both the
Bee venom is a complex mix of chemicals. It has some powerful stuff, like melittin, but also allergens. To use it safely, we need to separate the good from the bad. Normally, this is done with harsh chemicals like acetonitrile (ACN). But these chemicals are toxic and create a lot of waste. This is n
Orthognathic surgery is a big word for fixing jaws that don't line up right. It's a complex procedure, often done on people with serious bite issues. Traditionally, it's not the easiest surgery to perform, especially for those still in training. That's why researchers are always looking for ways to
