A new device developed in Germany that is fitted in the stomach could revolutionise the way doctors treat obesity. Rather than going under the knife or having the stomach stapled, a pacemaker is inserted in the stomach which effectively curbs a person’s appetite. Once inserted the device send outs electrochemical signals which are aimed at […]
It seems dentists are turning to the microscope in an effort to improve their patients’ oral health. While operating microscopes are a normal part of general health care in areas such as neurosurgery and vascular surgery, they are now becoming part of the dentist’s armoury. Rather than shining a light in a patient’s mouth, a […]