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		<title>Honey and Cinnamon Remedy</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The combination of honey and cinnamon has been used in oriental medicine for centuries. Cinnamon is one of the oldest spices known to mankind and honey’s popularity has continued throughout history. The two ingredients with unique healing abilities have a long history as a home remedy. Cinnamon’s essential oils and honey’s enzyme that produces hydrogen [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The combination of honey and cinnamon has been used in oriental medicine for centuries. Cinnamon is one of the oldest spices known to mankind and honey’s popularity has continued throughout history. The two ingredients with unique healing abilities have a long history as a home remedy. Cinnamon’s essential oils and honey’s enzyme that produces hydrogen peroxide qualify the two “anti-microbial” foods with the ability to help stop the growth of bacteria as well as fungi. Both are used not just as a beverage flavoring and medicine, but also as an embalming agent and are used as alternatives to traditional food preservatives due to their effective antimicrobial properties. People have claimed that the mixture is a cure for many diseases and a formula for many health benefits:</p>
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<li>HEART DISEASES: Apply honey and cinnamon powder on bread instead of using jam or butter and eat it regularly for breakfast.</li>
<li>ARTHRITIS: Apply a paste made of the two ingredients on the affected part of the body and massage slowly.</li>
<li>HAIR LOSS: Apply a paste of hot olive oil, honey, cinnamon powder before bath.</li>
<li>BLADDER INFECTIONS: Mix cinnamon powder and honey in a glass of lukewarm water and drink.</li>
<li>TOOTHACHE: Apply a paste of cinnamon powder and honey and on the aching tooth.</li>
<li>CHOLESTEROL: Mix cinnamon powder and honey in boiled water or green tea and drink.</li>
<li>COLDS: Make a glass of lukewarm honey water mixed with cinnamon powder.</li>
<li>INDIGESTION: Cinnamon powder sprinkled on a spoonful of honey taken before food relieves acidity.</li>
<li>LONGEVITY: Regularly take tea made with honey and a little cinnamon powder.</li>
<li>PIMPLES: Mix honey with cinnamon powder and apply paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash away the next morning.</li>
<li>OBESITY: To reduce weight, daily drink a mixture of honey with cinnamon powder boiled in water with an empty stomach in the morning before breakfast.</li>
<li>BAD BREATH: Gargle with honey and cinnamon powder mixed in hot water so that breath stays fresh throughout the day.</li>
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<p>Honey plus cinnamon together besides being a amazing potential cure for so many illnesses, their total fragrant, sweet and warm taste is also a perfect match for the palate. The combination adds a magic effect to the taste of cakes, breads, biscuits and rolls and is known to make many winning recipes in the world of delicious food, such as the famous, easy-to-make, kids’ favourite classic &#8211; honey and cinnamon butter toast!</p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: xx-small;">This Information from http://www.ArticleBiz.com wrote by Ruth Tan, who is the owner of the website http://www.benefits-of-honey.com which is a rich honey resource community specially built for all the honey lovers and fans in this world. She has packed this website with a wide range of quality contents on honey based on her knowledge and experience with honey, so as to promote its invaluable benefits which she believes could bring many positive spin-offs</span></em></p>
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		<title>Tooth Whitening and Tooth Gap</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Most stains are caused by age, tobacco, coffee, or tea. Other types of stains can be caused by antibiotics, such as tetracycline; or too much fluoride. Ask your oral health care professional about tooth-whitening options. They include a number of over-the-counter whitening systems, whitening toothpastes, and the latest high-tech option–laser tooth whitening. For maximum whitening, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most stains are caused by age, tobacco, coffee, or tea. Other types of stains can be caused by antibiotics, such as tetracycline; or too much fluoride. Ask your oral health care professional about tooth-whitening options. They include a number of over-the-counter whitening systems, whitening toothpastes, and the latest high-tech option–laser tooth whitening. For maximum whitening, experts agree that peroxide is usually the way to go.</p>
<p>Supervised bleaching procedures that are done in-office and at-home have become among the most popular treatment options. In some cases, the procedure is performed entirely in the office, using a light or heat source to speed up the bleaching process. In other cases, an oral health care professional gets the procedure started during an office visit and then gives you what you need to complete it at home. Still another popular procedure is one that you complete entirely at home.</p>
<p>At-home procedures, sometimes called night guard vital bleaching, consist of placing a bleaching solution, usually a peroxide mixture, in a tray (night guard) that has been custom fitted for your mouth by an oral health care professional. The bleaching solutions may vary in potency and may be worn for an hour, or throughout the night. Your oral health care professional can advise you on the appropriate type of application and the length of time needed to whiten your teeth, based on the severity of tooth discoloration and your specific needs.</p>
<p>Teeth Gap provides a do it yourself solution to close gaps at an affordable cost. By placing a Teeth Effect Band around the two teeth with a gap causes your teeth to pull toward one another to close the Tooth Gap gap. It work?s similar to a rubber band. If you take a rubber band and stretch it out it will pull inward. Teeth Effect Bands are becoming a very popular treatment options because of the low cost and the fact that it really works!</p>
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		<title>Dentist Treatments for Teeth Whitening</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[You see your boss and he compliments your efforts on the success of last week’s presentation with a promotion. Your response? A half-smile. You see your crush down the corridors. She’s smiling that come-hither smile. Your response? A sheepish grin.
Surely, you don’t want to give those two VIP’s a wrong impression, right? But what is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You see your boss and he compliments your efforts on the success of last week’s presentation with a promotion. Your response? A half-smile. You see your crush down the corridors. She’s smiling that come-hither smile. Your response? A sheepish grin.</p>
<p>Surely, you don’t want to give those two VIP’s a wrong impression, right? But what is really bothering you that you can’t smile that widest smile you should be flashing them? It’s those far-from immaculate white teeth your mouth is “stuck” with.</p>
<p>Have you ever thought about teeth whitening? No? white teeth is not only for celebrities. Everybody deserves to smile that bright smile propped with white teeth. So, read on for more info on this long dream of yours &#8211; achieving a sunnier smile by teeth whitening.</p>
<p>Whiter teeth is not impossible, you only need the moolah and the drive to pursue this teeth whitening endeavor. Fortunately, there are three teeth whitening methods available for you to choose from. These three differ from each other in cost and effectiveness.</p>
<p>One way to accomplish teeth whitening is through the help of over the counter products that ensure a flashier smile. See, this is not so hard an activity. All you need is ask that trusty saleslady to give you those teeth whitening paraphernalia. This dental whitener kit consists of a mouthpiece, a bleaching agent and sometimes an applicator. This is a DIY method that could easily be done at the comforts of your home sweet home. This home teeth whitening is carried out through wearing the mouthpiece, filling it with the bleaching agent and wearing it overnight. Availing a fitted mouthpiece is often recommended since it produces better results. A formula that contains 15% to 16% of carbamide peroxide is said to be the safest and most effective concentration to achieve that sunny smile. But it is important to know that some teeth discolorations are more stubborn than other. So, results may really vary depending on the resistance of your teeth discoloration. This kind of teeth whitening method is the least expensive. Kits may be bought with a budget of under $50.</p>
<p>A recently presented procedure is laser teeth whitening. From being first developed by NASA scientists, it has become the favorite teeth whitening method of dentists. Why did it win the dentists’ preference, you ask. Simply because it’s lesser time-consuming, two hours will be enough for the treatment and no follow-up treatment is really that necessary. Dentists seek the help of a peroxide solution to breeze through this teeth whitening process. Then the whitening process will be accelerated with the use of laser. 93% is reported to be the satisfaction rate for this procedure. And this is more preferred by those who are not into the overnight-long wearing of the mouthpiece required by the home teeth whitening method. Its results even last the longest compared to other treatments. One major disadvantage of laser teeth whitening is its effect on one’s pocket. A procedure like this could cost one to shell out about $1500. What a hefty price, right?</p>
<p>Another resort for whiter teeth is through the professional teeth whitening method. This is a system that requires dentists to create a mold of your teeth. From this mold, a mouth guard is produced to custom-fit your mouth. You will wear this mouth guard for some hours a day in a period of two weeks. A stronger concentration of carbamide peroxide will be used as a filler on your mouth guard. The setback of this system is its risk of teeth and gum sensitivity. But it is relatively lesser expensive than laser teeth whitening.</p>
<p>So, there you have it. Have you finally singled out the procedure that suits you. Make up your mind. Sooner or later, thanking your boss and sparking up a cheerful convo with your crush won’t be that troublesome as it used to be. You’ll be more confident with your whiter set of teeth.</p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: xx-small;">This information had written by Layla Thornton is a contributor to the famous Dentist information website http://aboutdentist.com</span></em></p>
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		<title>Teeth Whitening System</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Everybody loves a bright white smile, and there are a variety of products and procedures available to help you improve the look of yours.
Many people are satisfied with the sparkle they get from brushing twice daily with a fluoride-containing toothpaste, cleaning between their teeth once a day and the regular cleanings at your dentist’s office. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Everybody loves a bright white smile, and there are a variety of products and procedures available to help you improve the look of yours.</p>
<p>Many people are satisfied with the sparkle they get from brushing twice daily with a fluoride-containing toothpaste, cleaning between their teeth once a day and the regular cleanings at your dentist’s office. If you decide you would like to go beyond this to make your smile look brighter, you should investigate all of your options.</p>
<p>Teeth whitening is ideal for people who have healthy, unrestored teeth (no fillings) and gums. Individuals with yellow tones to their teeth respond best. But this cosmetic procedure is not recommended for everyone.</p>
<p>It is important to note at this point that our teeth have no uniform whiteness. Usually, the whitest teeth are the two front teeth while molars are generally two shades darker. A realistic goal for anyone wishing to have a whiter set of teeth is for the process to achieve its optimum level while retaining the natural look of white teeth. Besides, the whitening results vary from patient to patient depending on the teeth structure and procedure type.</p>
<p>But first, what causes tooth discoloration? Remember that aging, chemical damage and staining are factors that contribute to discoloration as are medications, tea, coffee, cola soft drinks and cigarette.</p>
<p>There are also other factors that affect the color of teeth like genetics and disease. Some people have naturally whiter teeth enamel and their children can acquire this gene trait. But if you suspect that there’s a physiological factor behind the color of your teeth, it is best to consult your physician too so you can better inform your dentist</p>
<p>Teeth whitening corrects the discoloration in your teeth by removing the staining on your teeth. And there are a number of methods or techniques that can be used to achieve this such as the following: mild acid whitening, chemical whitening, abrasive teeth whitening and the latest one: laser teeth whitening.</p>
<p>Teeth Whitening Strips — Teeth whitening strips are popping up in every drug store across the nation. These whitening strips sold over the counter are fairly inexpensive, easy to use and most of them really work. Teeth whitening strips may take take longer to produce the desired results depending on the strength of peroxide that they contain. Good Housekeeping recently did an interesting study about which whitening strips work the best.</p>
<p>Teeth bleaching is a chemical process that a dentist can use to lighten up the color of the teeth of his patient. The process can be administered right in the dentist’s clinic, at the patient’s home or a combination of clinic first-finish at home. Home teeth bleaching procedures are more common nowadays these afford patients the convenience of their own homes.</p>
<p>Maintaining Your Whiter Smile</p>
<p>In order to maximize the longevity of your whitening treatment, it is important to maintain excellent oral hygiene (brush and floss after every meal) and steer clear of some of the more common causes of discoloration (coffee, tea, red wine, etc.). To help avoid future staining, dentists often suggest using a straw, even with coffee and tea. Smokers wishing to undergo whitening treatment are advised to stop smoking in order to prevent the staining it causes. Discuss such considerations with your dentist during your initial whitening consultation.</p>
<p><em><font size=1>This Information wrote by Ricky Hussey.<br />
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		<title>Tooth Whitening Risks</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The two side effects that occur most often are a temporary increase in tooth sensitivity and mild irritation of the soft tissues of the mouth, particularly the gums. Tooth sensitivity often occurs during early stages of whitening treatment. Tissue irritation most commonly results from an ill-fitting mouthpiece tray rather than the tooth-bleaching agent. Both of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The two side effects that occur most often are a temporary increase in tooth sensitivity and mild irritation of the soft tissues of the mouth, particularly the gums. Tooth sensitivity often occurs during early stages of whitening treatment. Tissue irritation most commonly results from an ill-fitting mouthpiece tray rather than the tooth-bleaching agent. Both of these conditions usually are temporary and disappear within 1 to 3 days of stopping or completing treatment.</p>
<p>Individuals with sensitive teeth and gums, receding gums and/or defective restorations should consult with their dentist prior to using a tooth whitening system. Anyone allergic to peroxide (the whitening agent) should not use a bleaching product. Also, prolonged exposure to bleaching agents may damage tooth enamel. This is especially the case with home remedy whitening products that contain fruit acids.</p>
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Tooth whitening process is not recommended in children under the age of 16. This is because the pulp chamber, or nerve of the tooth, is enlarged until this age. Teeth whitening under this condition could irritate the pulp or cause it to become sensitive. Tooth whitening process is also not recommended in pregnant or lactating women.</p>
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		<title>Make Them Smile With Promotional Products</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Promoting yourself and your services is part and parcel of building a successful dental practice. Once, it was enough to hang out your shingle and wait for your customers to pour in. These days, there’s a lot more competition in a lot more fields. General dentistry, orthodontics, dental surgery – you’ve got to work a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Promoting yourself and your services is part and parcel of building a successful dental practice. Once, it was enough to hang out your shingle and wait for your customers to pour in. These days, there’s a lot more competition in a lot more fields. General dentistry, orthodontics, dental surgery – you’ve got to work a lot harder to attract and retain your customers than your peers from just a generation ago. At the same time, there are conventions for advertising medical services that extend to dental services. Promotional products can help you stretch your advertising budget without stepping over the line into tacky or unethical advertising practices.</p>
<p>There are many ways to use promotional products in your dental practice. As with any other profession, the main aims of using promotional products include: prospecting for new clients (we call it building a practice) customer retention (maintaining your practice) rewarding loyalty building name recognition In some cases, you can use the same promotional products in more than one category. Other categories, like rewarding loyalty, call for promotional products that have a bit more value. Here are some ideas for strategies to build and maintain your dental practice and appropriate promotional products to use with them.</p>
<p>Promotional products to attract new patients The key to attracting new patients to your practice is targeting the right market and getting your information into their hands – and in front of their eyes. There are two excellent sources of new patients for any dental practice: new residents to the area and parents of young children. In either case, if you draw them to your practice, you’ll have a new patient for years to come, since most people will stay with the same dental practice for life.</p>
<p>One of the easiest ways to introduce yourself to new residents is to partner with an estate agent who offers a “Welcome to your new home” goodie package, or find a “welcome wagon” service in your community. Choose promotional products that are both representative of your practice area and useful to your prospective patient. An example of an inexpensive item that fits the bill is a tooth-shaped memo pad that mounts on the refrigerator. The tooth is clever and cute, and the memo pad will be useful to your prospective patient. Mounted on the refrigerator, it will keep your name and number on display where it will be handy when needed. Include an offer for a discounted price on initial x-rays and tooth cleaning and you’ll have an excellent draw to attract new patients.</p>
<p>Building your paediatric dental practice can be just as easy. Introduce yourself to day care providers and nursery schools in your area and offer to provide “new tooth” kits or educational materials about how to care for teeth to parents and students. The promotional products most suited to this type of promotion are educational leaflets, soft infant toothbrushes imprinted with your practice details and other products that relate to dental health. You can use the same types of promotional products to give presentations at local schools and youth clubs.</p>
<p><a href = "http://www.idolwhite.com/?aid=206287" target="_blank" onmouseover="(window.status='http://www.idolwhite.com/'); return true" onmouseout="(window.status=''); return true"> <img src="http://media.markethealth.com/bannerServer.php?type=image&#038;ad_id=2237&#038;aid=206287" border=0 align=left hspace=5></a>Promotional products as loyalty and customer retention gifts The key things to remember when using promotional products as gifts to your existing patient list are utility and exposure. The more useful your gift is to your patients, the more exposure you’ll get for your practice. Two of the best promotional products to use in this way are sugarless breath mints in printed tins and breath strips in printed folders. Both are gifts that your clients will appreciate, and you’ll get an added benefit when they offer a mint to a friend.</p>
<p>For additional information on advertising gifts, corporate gifts or promotional items then why not check out the leading business promotional gift suppliers online today and start to make big savings.</p>
<p><em><font size=1>This Information wrote by Gareth Parkin. He is the co-founder of Ideasbynet, the UK’s leading online promotional products and promotional items company based in the north of England. Established in 2001, he has taken the UK gift market by storm by the application of modern business thinking.</p>
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		<title>Tooth Whitening Through The Ages</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tooth whitening has been an effect people have been seeking for hundreds of years. The glow of a smile from clean teeth was a symbol of health, wealth status, and family upbringing. Sometimes having a healthy mouth overshadowed tooth whitening, but soon enough it became just as important as having healthy gums and strong teeth.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tooth whitening has been an effect people have been seeking for hundreds of years. The glow of a smile from clean teeth was a symbol of health, wealth status, and family upbringing. Sometimes having a healthy mouth overshadowed tooth whitening, but soon enough it became just as important as having healthy gums and strong teeth.</p>
<p>The Egyptians, Romans, and even during the dawn of man, knew the importance of good oral health. By using ?chewing sticks?, which were small pieces of sticks worn down at one end; this enabled them to scrub the particles off of their teeth after a meal. After all, these periods of the human race needed their teeth in order to survive. The nearest dentist was at least 2000 years away, so dentures were entirely out of the question.</p>
<p>The Middle Ages brought forth the legendary barber and his red and white striped pole, (which was brought forth by hanging blood soaked bandages and clean, white bandages outside to dry, then being wrapped together by the wind, thus forming a pole). The barber, at this time had a dual role of cutting people?s hair and pulling their teeth. This was the important time of tooth whitening because it lead to greater social standing and was a label to the outside world that you had enough to eat, in which case, others did not. So, the barber?s role became to not only pull teeth, but to whiten them as well. He would file the teeth down and smudge corrosive nitric acid on them and in turn their teeth would have a beautiful luminous glow to them. However, the effect of this procedure led to the destruction of the enamel and then would lead to decayed teeth. Hopefully by this time they wouldn?t have to rely on their social graces to get through life, but on their personality like the rest of us.</p>
<p>The nitric acid (although destructive) was quite popular up to the 1800s, until the Italians came across people with stained, but cavity-free teeth. This was due to the high fluoride soil content. Along with these scientists? research and other scientists from around the world, fluoride was labeled to be an important factor in healthy, white teeth. In many parts of the world it was added to the drinking water, thus becoming available to everyone. Even those that were unable to purchase toothpaste or mouthwash. Thanks to this fluoride finding, this gave dentists more time to focus their attention on tooth whitening, which would prove to be more profitable.</p>
<p>To the present day, tooth whitening has become a booming business, with a variety of ways to achieve that radiant smile while satisfying all price ranges. Dentists today, speak more on preventative care in order to have white teeth, such as staying away from coffee, tea, tobacco, red wine, and even some medications. However, for those of us that need our daily cup of coffee and daily glass of red wine, there is a multitude of ways to getting your teeth whitened. You can do it at home by purchasing over-the-counter strips or by going to the dentist and receiving the latest and greatest procedure in tooth whitening (which luckily doesn?t contain nitric acid anymore).</p>
<p>Tooth whitening is available to everyone in the world, and you?d be surprised that some people (even to this day) still use ?chewing sticks?. However, a radiant smile still means the same thing now, as it did then: health, wealth, and good family upbringing has been replaced with the importance of appearance.</p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Copyright: Jared Winston, 2006. All Rights Reserved.</span></em></p>
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		<title>Whitening Toothpaste</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are many ways to achieve the white teeth of your dreams, and hundreds of products to choose from. As with most things in life, you get what you pay for. The top of the line tooth whitening treatment is an in office laser whitening which will run you about $600.00 Expensive for some, but [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are many ways to achieve the white teeth of your dreams, and hundreds of products to choose from. As with most things in life, you get what you pay for. The top of the line tooth whitening treatment is an in office laser whitening which will run you about $600.00 Expensive for some, but it gives guaranteed and immediate results. The cheapest method of tooth whitening is the use of whitening toothpaste. This is the cheapest, and the slowest method to obtain whiter looking teeth.</p>
<p>Whitening toothpastes are a very low cost and low tech way to make your teeth look whiter. With whitening toothpaste it can take up to six months of use twice a day to see what some manufacturers call the final whitening results. Whitening toothpastes do not actually increase the whiteness of the teeth, they work by removing stains from the teeth which in turn make the teeth appear whiter. A lot of people whiten their teeth initially with a in office laser whitening or with a gel tray and then use whitening toothpaste to help keep their smile white.</p>
<p>The success of any whitening toothpaste is directly related to how long and how often you brush your teeth. Some dental health professionals warn that the use of toothpastes in an effort to reduce staining and yellowing of teeth can cause the loss of tooth enamel due to over-brushing. Whitening toothpastes are made with chemicals and abrasives. Brushing too vigorously can lead to the loss of tooth enamel. Tooth enamel cannot be replaced. If you have sensitive teeth you may not be able to use whitening toothpaste.</p>
<p>Be aware that whitening toothpastes only affect the outer layer of enamel. This can cause the yellowness of the deeper layers of the teeth to become more pronounced.</p>
<p>Daily brushing with a regular toothpaste twice a day in concert with regular dental cleanings can help make your teeth look whiter, without fear of enamel loss. Also, rinsing your mouth out after drinking dark beverages such as coffee, tea or red wine can help prevent staining from occurring.</p>
<p>Before you start any whitening product you should have a thorough examination by your dentist. Make sure that you teeth and gums are healthy before you start. Always follow your dentist’s recommendations.</p>
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		<title>Get that Perfect Smile!</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[I would say a smile throughout the day keeps doctor away. Undoubtedly, laughter is the best medicine as it not only supplies nutrients to the skin but also makes your skin glow. But if the condition of your teeth doesn’t allow you to smile confidently, don’t worry, just read on to learn how to improve [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I would say a smile throughout the day keeps doctor away. Undoubtedly, laughter is the best medicine as it not only supplies nutrients to the skin but also makes your skin glow. But if the condition of your teeth doesn’t allow you to smile confidently, don’t worry, just read on to learn how to improve the condition of your teeth.</p>
<p>Thanks to your tight schedule and fast lifestyle, you have yellow teeth which not only affects your confidence but also puts off the other person. But with the help of modern dentistry, your teeth can be bleached. You can have that perfect set all over again. But the sad part, the bleaching affect is temporary. The bleaching or whitening affect depends on the discoloration of your teeth. Obviously there are home remedies for whitening of your teeth like baking soda but then, tooth whitening is a very delicate process(as it involves gum) and should be left to experts only.</p>
<p>The best you can do to your teeth is to eat the right food and brush them properly. Even then if the condition of your teeth doesn’t improve, then its time for you to visit your doctor or undertake some tooth whitening program. When i say eat properly i mean, eat a balanced diet to provide essential vitamins and minerals to your teeth which will help teeth and gum to grow strong and healthy. Calcium, Phosphorous, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin D are most essential minerals and vitamins for your teeth. Tip: It is also wise to note that eating sweet snacks between meals affect teeth more than eating sweet snacks with meals. It is because the increase flow of saliva during mealtime protect your teeth by washing sugar away.</p>
<p>Eat snacks without sugar between meals and snacks with sugar during meals. With brushing teeth properly i mean, brushing your teeth twice a day. Brush your outer and inner surfaces at 45-degree angle. On chewing surfaces, hold the brush flat and brush back and forth. On inside surfaces of front teeth, tilt brush vertically and use gentle up and won strokes with toe of the brush. Even brush your tongue to remove food particles and freshen your mouth. DO NOT BRUSH YOUR TEETH AFTER EACH MEAL as it may effect your enamel. Tip: The amount of time for which our teeth are exposed to sweets affect our teeth more than the number of sweets. So avoid sticky sweets like toffee or hard candies like mints. Other reasons which can stop an individual for showing off a 440 watt smile can be Bad Breath(Halitosis), some kind of gum diseases, some stains(internal or external), ill-formed teeth etc.</p>
<p>Some handy home remedies to get you back the most refreshing breath. Also, too much smoking of cigarettes leave really ugly stains(external) on your teeth. To counter that, you can some whitening toothpastes but then you have to be extra careful with such toothpastes as they may abrade to tooth enamel. Internal stains are mostly caused by ageing or calcium or fluoride deficiency. In this case, whitening toothpastes are not helpful whereas bleaching can be really effective.</p>
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		<title>How Does Teeth Whitening Works?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are various reasons for teeth getting discolored. The main causes are stains of tea, tobacco, coffee, antibiotics etc. These can be removed by tooth whitening. People who have sensitive teeth should not use teeth whitening. People with sensitive teeth would have more problems if they use teeth whitening solutions.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are various reasons for teeth getting discolored. The main causes are stains of tea, tobacco, coffee, antibiotics etc. These can be removed by tooth whitening. People who have sensitive teeth should not use teeth whitening. People with sensitive teeth would have more problems if they use teeth whitening solutions.</p>
<p>There are many tooth whitening treatments available, some of them are:</p>
<ul>Bleaching kits: Tooth bleaching solution is applied to the mouth tray and it is inserted into the mouth. After an hour or two or as mentioned in the kit the tray is removed. Most of them work for an hour. The solution contains peroxide, which bleaches the enamel. The carbamide peroxide content in the solution is normally of ten, sixteen or twenty two percent. Some bleach is used twice a day for two weeks while others are used overnight for 1-2 weeks.</ul>
<ul>Laser tooth whitening: A solution is applied on the teeth. A wall made out of rubber is placed on the teeth and the laser is directed towards the teeth and the heat generated enters the teeth through the solution and the treatment takes an hour or so. After the treatment is completed you can see the changes.</ul>
<ul>Whitening Toothpastes: These toothpastes have special chemicals that remove the stains. The main advantage of the whitening toothpaste is it does not change the natural color of the teeth. Colgate Simply White Advanced Whitening Toothpaste is recommended.</ul>
<ul>Tooth whitening strips: These strips are placed on the teeth and are removed after 30 minutes. These are very effective and are recommended. They also contain peroxides. If the above mentioned ways of treatment are done properly then there won’t be any problem. There is no long-term data on safety of these tooth-whitening treatments.</ul>
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