For example the median expected annual pay for a typical Orthodontist in the United States is $130,323, so 50% of the people who perform the job of Orthodontist in the United States are expected to make less than $130,323.
A bulging disk is a condition related to the spine, usually the lumbar, or lower back, that occurs when a disk bulges through a crevice in the spine. Disks are the soft, gelatinous material that cushions the vertebrae of the spine.
A bulging disc, or a disc that protrudes into the spinal cord and causes massive pain, may require treatment over an extended period. With the right treatment and care, a bulging disc can be fully healed. (Jupiterimages/liquidlibrary/Getty Images) Bulging discs affect adults and children alike. If they are left untreated, a bulging disc can result in a complete herniation. Also, without treatment, chronic and severe pain will be an issue.