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Get a Natural White, Healthy Smile

Get a Natural White, Healthy Smile

So we already know, there are many teeth whitening kits on the market. Some are great and some, not so much. Add in factors like bonding, veneers, foods, smoking, red wine, soda, juice, etc. These become more challenging when just trying to combat natural yellowing of the enamel. Stripping off the stain with harsh bleaches peel at the enamel and can cause painful outcomes when used too frequently.

Is there a natural remedy?

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Yes, thanks to renowned dentist, Dr. Pooneh Ram and her sister, Paris (winner of the Tory Burch Foundation’s Fellowship Program), who created Dr. Brite Natural Toothpaste and products. Using activated charcoal along with natural ingredients like coconut oil and aloe vera, anyone has the ability to achieve a bright smile, hence the name.

But does it whiten?

I was skeptical at first, but after using a small dap of toothpaste across my teeth for two minutes, and then swishing around the whitening rinse, I saw an immediate difference. Bonus, it tasted good too.

Did it work on bonding?

Yes, it lightened the bonding, but took several days to catch up with the natural tooth.

How many steps is the process?

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Three. Toothpaste, Rinse and a Whitening Pen to use periodically throughout the day. The pen is available with or without peroxide. I’ve been using the one without peroxide and have had fantastic results. The pen is Green Apple flavor and I must admit, it took me by surprise at first, but I’ve grown to love it.

Is there any sensitivity from using it?

No. I have had not experienced any sensitivity at all. Personally, I feel it’s helped with that issue.

I’ve been using Dr. Brite for three weeks now, and I can seriously say, I think I found my new favorite toothpaste.  

Get the full whitening kit for $59 which includes toothpaste, rinse and (2) two whitening pens or you can just buy them separate. Dr. Brite has a children’s line of products as well as a line of dental care for pets!

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*Women Owned and Give Back to non-profits with each purchase.

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Designing Your Home For Both Style And Comfort

Designing Your Home For Both Style And Comfort

When you first buy a house, the idea of filling it with things can easily seem overwhelming. Going through the process of getting a mortgage and purchasing the property can be difficult enough, let alone the task of finding all of the perfect things to make it your own. However, the utility of a house is directly proportional to the value of the things that occupy it. While a bare room will do a pretty good job of keeping you warm and protecting you from the elements, it is still a long way from being habitable in the modern sense of the word. The task of organizing your house becomes more difficult when you start to think that there are so many different rooms. There is the living room, which will need to be comfortable as well as conducive to hosting guests. There is then the dining room which necessitates that you have a table and chairs. If you are planning your home around a family, you will also need to think about items specific to a baby or small child like a high chair. It is also important to make sure that this room is easily cleaned. A carpet may not be a good choice since it is so much harder to clean when food and drinks are inevitably spilled. The kitchen is another crucial part of your house, especially if you spend a lot of time cooking because you enjoy it. Designing it in such a way that it suits your needs and your style is obviously important. There is then the bathroom as well as several bedrooms.

 

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What makes this task outright intimidating is that many homes, at least the ones that are well designed, will have a cohesive, consistent style. A home should have homeostasis, which means each part should compliment the others and produce an amenable and livable equilibrium. This is why it is difficult to decorate a room in isolation because how you choose to style it will always be informed by the style of the rooms around it. Designing a house from scratch, therefore, requires a great deal of preparation and thought. You may be tempted to make a start right away so that you can feel as if you are making some progress. You can only truly relax once it is all done, after all. However, this is not a good idea because you may design one room and then find that it simply clashes too much with your plans with everywhere else. You could easily paint yourself into a corner in so far as you will be designing the other rooms in response to the first one. A holistic approach is best.

 

However, there are some things that you just have to have if your home is going to be comfortable and stylish. Here are a few things that you should spend lots of time thinking about. Smart investments are the best investments.

 

This is never more true than when it comes to your mattress. It is estimated that people spend about a third of their life in their bed. Since it is so important, you need to get one that suits how you sleep and the form of your body. Mattresses may seem as if they are all pretty much alike but this is a common misconception. When choosing one, you should consult expert advice from a company like Plumeria Bay. They know everything there is to know and will help you get something that is right for you. That may be a firmer mattress that offers more support if that is what your body needs, or something softer and more indulgent if that is what you prefer. It is so crucial because making a mistake could lead to unpleasant and entirely avoidable back pain.

 

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One of the things that a lot of people neglect when they start thinking about designing their home is the fact that they have a garden. If you want to make your garden more of a feature, you could incorporate it by investing in a conservatory. Otherwise, large windows that let in a lot of light and allow you a view of your garden are good because they make it a bigger part of your home and give the room a different feel. Besides, in the summer months when the weather cooperates and if you have a patio heater, your garden can easily become like another room. Making it work involves thinking about your garden and your home as if they are two things that inform each other. If you see them as two separate entities, you will not make the best use of either of them.

 

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Baby Bump: How To Make Your Pregnancy More Comfortable

Baby Bump: How To Make Your Pregnancy More Comfortable

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For all of the magic that comes with being a mum-to-be, the glow, the excitement, the nursery preparations and the beginning of an entirely new life, being pregnant was never going to be the most uncomfortable of experiences. You have a little human slowly getting bigger and bigger inside your belly. It’s hardly nine months in a spa, for you that is; it is for your little one. Just trying to get comfortable on your sofa can be a challenge more complex than the Davinci Code.

Being pregnant just comes with a whole new set of aches, pains, cramps and all round discomforts that you have never experienced. Places that have never been sore before suddenly become sore simply because you walked across the kitchen. It’s crazy.

Don’t despair, though. We have done a little bit of researching and a little bit of chit chatting with other moms, and here are their top tips on staying comfy (or at least as comfy as possible) during your pregnancy.

The Blessed Body Pillow

So many mums-to-be don’t allow themselves the privilege of a full body pillow because they can’t justify spending that money. Yeah, they are expensive but, honey, you are pregnant. There is nothing out there that you don’t deserve. You’re creating life, that means you deserve every luxury going, and the body pillow tops this list according to our mom research. Back pains, aching hips, pressure on your ribcage; no wonder you can’t get comfy in the day or sleep well at night. That’s where a body pillow will totally rock your world. Ribs, bump and hips all get that extra bit of “ooooh, yes†feeling. If you don’t know which body pillow to get, read some reviews, speak to friends, and then go with the Snoogle Pillow that you can find here https://leachco.com/products/snoogle. It’s the most popular one as far as we can tell. And yes, yes you do deserve it.

The Constant Heartburn

You’ll start to notice pretty early on (we’re talking the first trimester) that heartburn and indigestion are going to be with you for the long hall, and maybe even the dreaded nasal drip too (especially later on in your baby-brewing). To cap the nasal drip on its head because it is the easiest to do so, we recommend you check out this link https://homeremedyshop.com/post-nasal-drip/ which tells you all sorts of ways you can cure it naturally – ginger, baking soda, steam etc. For heartburn and indigestion, the bane of any mom’s to be pregnancy, the mom’s we spoke to swore by papaya enzyme. They would take the moment they finished the last mouthful of every meal. Other ways we have heard of helping yourself include Aloe Vera, warm milk, and almonds.

The Stretch Marks

This is always a worry for moms. Wanting your pre-baby body back is only natural, and it in due course you can get it back. But don’t forget that you are creating a miracle, your body is working miracles, and that is something to love. Your post-miracle body is something to be proud of. Of course, the best thing for stretch marks is no other than our good friend coconut oil. It is just the best. It is so good for blemishes and eczema and, yes, stretch marks too. Just get a little bit in your palms and rub them over your belly before bed each night and then sleep (on your body pillow) while the magic happens. Voila. Stretch marks kept at bay.

The Urge To Snack

Chances are, even before you got pregnant the idea of going more than ninety minutes without a little food top-up didn’t sit well with you. We just love food too much and we don’t care who knows it. When you’re pregnant, though, especially in the first trimester, going ninety minutes without something can make you feel really sick, which is why you should always have a supply of snacks on hand. Whatever takes your fancy, add them to your stash. Put some in your handbag, in your car’s glove compartment, by your bed, in the living room (so that you don’t have to waddle to the kitchen), everywhere and anywhere you can think of. Sure, you may be telling yourself that you can go the three hours between breakfast and lunch, and maybe you can, by why run the risk of feeling sick. Not only that, but it will really help your indigestion and heartburn if you eat small amounts regularly.

The Exercise

Marathons may well be out of the equation (phew!), but some sort of light exercise is going to go a huge way when it comes to making you feel that much more comfortable. You may be thinking that we are crazy for saying this, but we’re not. When you’re pregnant, your muscles and ligaments are going to feel like they are getting tighter and tighter the further along in your pregnancy you get. That’s why it is going to really help you to keep them feeling loose, not just for day to day living and comfort but for the delivery too. Don’t worry, exercise doesn’t have to be strenuous. Just a little walking once a day, even if it is around town with a touch of retail therapy to motivate you, or yoga or Pilates or something. It all helps hugely. Just make sure you listen to your body. Overdoing it can be easy to do, so take it as steady as possible.

The Chiropractor

The thing with pregnancy is, well, your body is changing; it is getting thrown out of alignment left right and center. Yeah, thank you very much new hormones and baby bump. Your center of gravity has shifted and that can cause a few aches and pains here and there, especially in your lower back and pelvis. That’s where getting on the chiropractor’s bed can really make a difference. They will be able to help ease some of that extra pain and alleviate those aches, which will help you through the delivery process by making you more comfortable. Comfortable is good.

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Quitting Smoking: Where You Are Going Wrong

Quitting Smoking: Where You Are Going Wrong

Have you tried to quit smoking countless times, but you just can’t seem to give it up once and for all? Many people find themselves in this position, and they simply say that they ‘can’t stop smoking.’ This isn’t the case. Everyone can give up nicotine, but that doesn’t mean that it is easy. How you go about it makes a massive difference. With that in mind, read on to discover where you may have been going wrong those numerous times before.

 

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  • You fell off the wagon when your friends were smoking – This is one of the main reasons why people struggle to quit smoking. If most of your friends smoke, it can be very difficult to resist temptation when you are out with them. If this sounds familiar, it is a good idea to speak to your friends. Tell them that you are giving up smoking and that it is really important to you. By doing this, they won’t offer you a cigarette, and if you are tempted, they will tell you not to have one.
  • You try to give everything up in one go – While this is admirable, it is incredibly difficult. A lot of people simply say “I’m going to completely give up cigarettes from Monday,†and then they intend to cut smoking from their life altogether on that date. You are only making life tougher for yourself. Instead, gradually wean yourself off cigarettes, and make sure that you have something to help you in the beginning, such as a vaporiser or nicotine patches. Vaping has become incredibly popular over the past few years, as it allows people to enjoy ‘smoking’ without the negative health effects that come with it. You can find more from Vaporescence here if you are interested in using this as a way to come off nicotine.
  • You are worried about putting weight on – A lot of people worry that they are going to pile the pounds on when they quit smoking. This is because most people turn to a cigarette when they would usually eat. Also, nicotine is a stimulant and an appetite suppressant, which can mean that people often turn to sugary treats and other snacks instead of smoking. The best thing to do is change your lifestyle completely. You can find more information about that here. This may sound like you are giving yourself a bigger challenge, but it will actually make the whole process much easier. Exercise more, quit the cigarettes, follow a balanced diet, and you will feel amazing.

 

  • You only deal with your physical dependence on nicotine – Vaping or chewing gum is helpful, but it only deals with your physical dependence on nicotine. You need to consider your mental dependence on nicotine too. The emotional benefit you get from smoking also needs to be addressed. Most people smoke when they need a mental break or they feel anxious. So think about the triggers that make you smoke, and look for other ways to address the way you are feeling instead of going for a cigarette.

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What is Necessary for a Beautiful Smile?

By Guest Blogger, Diana S,

What is Necessary for a Beautiful Smile?

 

image-1-6With selfies and cameras all around us, having a camera-ready smile is a great thing. However, you don’t have to be a celebrity in order to have a beautiful smile in any given situation, not just for taking pictures. There are simple ways of improving your smile, but it might take you some time to master it. Start with these several tips and tricks and you will manage to perfect your smile and look stunning.

Being natural

Beautiful smiles are all about being natural and relaxed. A genuine smile is the most stunning smile so whenever it’s picture time try to relax and think of something happy. Relax your face, slightly open your mouth and match the curve of the lower lip with the curve of your upper teeth. This way you will manage to avoid squinty eyes and tension in your neck muscles which can make your smile look too awkward and not genuine at all.

Healthy lips

Your lips are the frame of your smile and they need to look good too. Keep them well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water each day. If you are a smoker, quit, because cigarettes only dry your lips, encourage wrinkles and create dark stains. Avoid licking your lips, because saliva has irritating acids which remove natural oils from your lips. Additionally, don’t exfoliate the lips like you exfoliate your skin because the skin of the lips cannot regenerate as fast as your facial skin can. Lastly, don’t be afraid to put some colour on them to avoid a pale smile.

Caring for your gums

A healthy and beautiful smile will need gums with the same features. Gum disease, such as periodontal disease, is very common and it is harmful both for your teeth and your smile. Also, unhealthy gums cause bad breath and if they are not treated immediately the gums will reduce, making your teeth appear longer and uglier. Just like you would take care of your teeth, you should brush after each meal and floss at least once a day. This way you will manage to remove food debris and dental plaque which are one of the initial causes of gum disease. Additionally, you can use mouthwash to disinfect your gums, but opt for one that has no alcohol.

Strong and healthy teeth

image-3-2Dental hygiene is of the utmost importance if you want to have a healthy and beautiful smile. You need to brush your teeth at least twice a day and use dental floss once a day. This will help you thoroughly clean your teeth from food debris and dental plaque which are responsible for many mouth, teeth and gum diseases. Also, don’t smoke. Cigarettes leave stains and encourage tooth and gum decay. Avoid food that can harm your teeth and refrain from drinking soft drinks and other sugary beverages because they are extremely harmful for your smile. However, if you already have some issues with your teeth, a healthy diet and hygiene will not help you. Your best option is visiting a cosmetic dentist in Sydney and going for regular checkups to explore all of your options.

Practice

image-4-4A perfect smile cannot happen overnight. Whether you need to master it for your photos or you simply want to improve it, you will need to practice. Take a mirror and see how you look when you smile. Adjust anything that is needed and try out different smiles for different situations. Don’t forget to stand up straight to avoid the double chin when smiling, adjust your eyes to avoid squinting and try to look natural and relaxed. It might take you some time, but if you make an effort, you will master the most beautiful smile.

To have a perfect smile you need to make an effort. Besides practicing, you have to take good care of your teeth and gums and you will look stunning each time you reveal your teeth.

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