Nevine A. Abaza's Blog

Cell Safe Banking Stem Cells for a Healthier Future Published in Identity Magazine October 2010 Written by: Nevine A. Abaza Based on an interview with: Dr. Hisham Issa, General and Medical Manager of Cell Safe Cord Blood Bank It breaks our hearts when dear ones die from an incurable disease. When we first hear the news, we know they are doomed, and we feel helpless as we watch them fade away from our lives. For every disease there is a cure; only some cures are yet to be discovered. Only a few years ago did we start learning of what seemed like a new medical fad that gave hope to a healthier future, promising a cure for some incurable diseases by simply storing our babies’ cord blood in a special blood bank. People stood still in wonder: are we being hoaxed? Is it only a fad? The truth is, it is a medical blessing in discovery, and the technology is available within our reach. Cell Safe, the first cord blood bank to open in Egypt, offers us hope for a healthier life. What Is Cord Blood...

Do you feel that your teeth are too short? That your gum line is uneven? That when you smile there is just too much gum showing? If you keep your mouth closed while smiling to keep your gummy smile from flashing out, then you’ve got nothing to worry about—change is here! Now you can have that gorgeous smile you’ve always dreamed of, without letting your excess gums ruin your look. Periodontal procedures are now available to restore and improve your smile by improving your gum line; this is called esthetic crown lengthening. What Is Esthetic Crown Lengthening? It is a periodontal plastic surgical procedure where gums (gingival tissue) are removed or repositioned in a more symmetrical manner to effectively reduce the appearance of a gummy smile, giving the patient the proportional smile they’ve always dreamed of. Treatment varies from one patient to another, depending on their case and the cause of the gummy smile. The Different Causes of Gummy Smiles Overgrown Gums (Altered Passive Erup...