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Knowing the truth about losing weight can help you separate what works from what doesn’t. Don’t be taken in by expensive weight-loss fads like pills, herbs, and special foods. There’s no magical way to lose weight.

Here is a schedule of vaccines recommended for adults. It comes from the CDC National Immunization Program.

When you've had a tooth removed (extracted), you need to take care of your mouth. Doing certain things, even on the first day, may help you feel better and heal faster. Read on to learn more.

A partial denture replaces missing teeth and restores your smile. With your new partial you should be able to chew more easily and with greater comfort.

Teeth grinding (bruxism) may happen at any time. But people often grind their teeth in their sleep. You may not even know you're doing it. Read on to learn more.

A fixed bridge is one or more replacement teeth attached to the natural teeth next to them. Once it's in place, the bridge is not removed. Here's what you need to know.

Your bridge depends on the health of supporting teeth and gums. Always clean your bridge and the rest of your mouth carefully. Read on for details.

Fusing vertebrae in the lumbar spine may help ease lower back and leg pain. Anterior lumbar fusion is done through an incision in your stomach area. Depending on how many vertebrae are fused, the surgery may take from 3 to 8 hours.

You have a problem disk in your lower back. This disk problem may be corrected with a diskectomy. This is the surgical removal of a part of a disk. There are three types of diskectomy. Each has risks and benefits. Your surgeon will advise the type that's best for your back and your health.