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Vestibuloplasty: Procedure and Purpose
Vestibuloplasty is an oral surgical procedure to improve (deepen) the oral vestibule. The procedure is mostly done to ensure an adequate amount of soft...
Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma: Signs and Diagnosis
Medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) is a rare type of thyroid cancer that develops from the parafollicular cells, also known as C-cells, of the thyroid...
Cohen Syndrome: Rare Genetic Disorder Explained
Cohen syndrome, also known as Norio syndrome in Finnish populations, is a rare autosomal recessive genetic disorder that affects multiple body systems—hence it is...
Gingivoplasty: What to Expect from the Procedure
Also known as gum contouring or gingival sculpting, gingivoplasty is a surgical procedure to alter the shape and contour of your gums. Your gums...
Tori Removal: Quick Guide to Safe and Effective Treatment
Tori (singular torus) are innocuous and painless growths (projections) in the mouth. A torus is a type of bone spur, i.e., exostosis. When present...
Periodontal Surgery: Benefits, Procedure, and Recovery
Periodontal Surgery or Gum Surgery refers to surgical procedures of the gums (gingiva) and periodontium (structures that surround the tooth, including bone and soft...
