Millions of Americans went to bed each night brushing their teeth with Pepsodent toothpaste during the first half of the 20th century. The brand was spotlighted in numerous print, radio and TV ads with catchy jingles and snappy dialogue. Pepsodent stood out from the pack because of its notably minty flavor and teeth-whitening ingredients. Origins ..
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People who smoke and wear dentures normally end up with dark tar stains on their teeth. There are multiple products on the market to clean dentures, but they rarely get the teeth pearly white again. This homemade mixture can help. Things You’ll Need Drinking glass Vinegar Baking soda Toothbrush Pour enough vinegar into the glass ..
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Getting your teeth cleaned at the dentist can be expensive, especially if you do not have dental insurance. If you can’t afford to go to the dentist, but still want to make sure your teeth are clean and cavity-free, perform an at-home checkup yourself. Remember that it will not be as thorough or as effective ..
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Sandblasting for teeth is a relatively new dental procedure that can be used in place of drilling to help clean teeth and remove decay. Most patients prefer this to the drill because is not as painful and does not have some of same uncomfortable sounds so many people associate with trips to the dentist. This ..
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Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment alternative to traditional braces. The treatment consists of nearly invisible aligner trays that you place over your teeth. Every two to three weeks you change your aligner tray. The trays are designed to gradually shift your teeth in place. Invisalign is recognized by orthodontists as a good treatment option to ..
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Dental braces are very expensive. The cost of dental braces can vary anywhere from $8,000 to $3,000 depending on the amount of work that is needed and the orthodontist. If you are in the Los Angeles area and are hoping to get braces, there are several steps you can take to possibly receive free braces. ..
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After wearing braces for a certain amount of time to straighten out your teeth, you may be required to wear a retainer. This will help keep teeth in place after they moved during the process of wearing the braces. Many people fall into the bad habit of wearing the retainer at first and then leaving ..
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The prospect of needing a neck or head MRI (Magnetic Resonance Image) can be intimidating, especially if you wear metal braces on your teeth. However, by providing your doctor, orthodontist and MRI technician with all applicable information, you will receive the best image results possible. Before, During and After Your MRI Ask your doctor if ..
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Your dentist and parents may have talked about sending you to an orthodontist because you need braces. You’re worried because you don’t know how long everything takes, how long it takes for the orthodontist to put the braces on, how long you’ll have to wear them and how much your mouth might hurt. Function Orthodontic ..
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Many kids look forward to the day that their braces will be coming off but as the countdown draws closer, their anticipation may turn to worry if they are unaware of how the mission is accomplished. Visions of yanking and pulling may come to mind, along with an imaginary sensation of a lot of pain. ..
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Dental cement is a type of dental material that can be used for different purposes. Some cements are used to restore dental work, while others are used to create original dental work. Some are permanent, while others are temporary. Dentists must make sure to follow the manufacturer’s directions for each type of cement, in terms ..
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Released in 1988, Davidoff’s Cool Water was created by famed perfumer Pierre Bourdon, whose other creations include Good Life, Iris Poudre and Dolce Vita. Peter Schmidt designed the iconic silver and blue bottle, which is featured today in advertisements starring model and actor Josh Holloway. Its light, crisp aroma and subtle warm undertones make Cool ..
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