Jim Martinez - Articles

Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome TMJ
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome or TMJ joint disorders are medical problems related to the jaw joint. Problems in this area can cause head and neck pain, a jaw that is locked in position or difficult to open, problems biting, and popping sounds when you bite. Read
By: Jim Martinez | 02/04/2007 | Non-Fiction

Root Canal Treatment
Your dentist uses root canal treatment to find the cause and then treat problems of the tooth's soft core (dental pulp). Years ago, teeth with diseased or injured pulps were removed. Today, root canal treatment has given dentists a safe way of saving teeth. Read
By: Jim Martinez | 22/03/2007 | Health

The Common Cold
Although most colds aren't considered serious illnesses, they certainly can affect the way you feel and function. Not all products are effective. Some may pose health risks if they're taken incorrectly, with other medications, or if you have certain medical conditions. To learn more about the common cold and some popular treatments, read on. Read
By: Jim Martinez | 20/03/2007 | Health

Diabetes: The Personal Life Journey Of Evelyn Martinez
Every morning I wake up knowing that I am a diabetic and that I have to check my blood sugar just to see if I am going to have a good day. It was not always this way. Read
By: Jim Martinez | 26/02/2007 | Non-Fiction

Pediatric Dentistry and Child Care
A pediatric dentist has an extra two years of specialized training and is dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy through the teenage years. Read
By: Jim Martinez | 15/02/2007 | Health

Improving the Outcome of Stroke
The majority of strokes occur when a blood clot lodges in a blood vessel, blocking blood flow to a portion of your brain (ischemic stroke). The group of brain cells normally nourished by the oxygen in the affected blood vessels dies almost immediately after blood flow is blocked, while surrounding brain cells experience reduced blood flow. Read
By: Jim Martinez | 08/02/2007 | Health

Fighting Gum Disease
More than 75 percent of Americans over 35 have some form of gum disease. What is gum disease? The term gum disease or periodontal disease, describes bacterial growth and production of factors that gradually destroy the tissue surrounding and supporting the teeth. Read
By: Jim Martinez | 23/01/2007 | Non-Fiction