Herbal products for mouth care are just as effective as and safer than most commercial products with dangerous abrasives, detergents, and sweetening ingredients.
Natural Teeth Whiteners
Apples, Celery and Carrots According to Dr. Jeffrey Gross, who teaches in the graduate periodontal program at the Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine, these fruits and veggies act like natural stain removers. The reason: They increase saliva production, which is the body's built-in cleaning agent. "It may sound hard to believe, but some people swear that rubbing raw carrot sticks (or raw strawberries) on your teeth will make them look brighter," said Gross. The added bonus: "These foods are high in vitamin C, which prevents gum disease and gingivitis and kills odor-causing bacteria," Dr. Michael Apa, who specializes in cosmetic dentistry and facial aesthetics in New York City, told AOL Health. Citrus fruit Citrus fruit, such as oranges and pineapples, also cause the mouth to produce more saliva, which help to clean the teeth and whiten your smile, said Apa. Lemons, in particular, are particularly good for teeth whitening. "Just as they naturally 'bleach' your hair, lemons will lighten and brighten your teeth," Roth told AOL Health. He suggested rinsing with half water, half lemon juice once or twice a week. However, do not rinse with this concoction more than two times a week and do not rinse with straight lemon juice. "Overdoing it would be too acidic, which can be damaging to the teeth." Strawberries Strawberries may help whiten teeth because they contain an enzyme called malic acid, which can be found in some whitening toothpastes, said Louisa Maccan-Graves, celebrity beauty expert and author of "Hollywood Beauty Secrets: Remedies to the Rescue," told AOL Health. You can mash up the strawberry or just rub it on your teeth, cut in half. Leave the juice on your teeth for one minute and then rinse with water, said Maccan-Graves. Roth agreed, stating that the fiber in strawberries also behaves as a natural cleaner by removing bacteria from the teeth and mouth. Yogurt, Milk and Cheese "Dairy products have lactic acid, which decreases gum disease and maintains development and maintenance of teeth," said Apa. "Even the milk in coffee counts -- and it has the added benefit of [decreasing] coffee's staining ability." Along with protecting and strengthening the enamel, hard cheeses, like cheddar, are more effective at cleaning and whitening the teeth than softer cheeses, since hard cheese helps remove other food particles. "And keep in mind that dairy products and foods fortified with calcium and vitamin D are important not only for healthy teeth but your jawbone, the foundation for your teeth," added Apa.Be careful if you are lactose intolerant. Baking Soda Truly one of our favorites, all of the experts agreed that baking soda is one of the strongest -- and safest -- whitening ingredients out there because it's an acid neutralizer that gently removes stains and buildup from the enamel. If this mild abrasive agent is not already mixed into your toothpaste, you can sprinkle a bit on top of your paste each day or use our Pure White Mint Toothpaste.Roth also suggested brushing with straight baking soda twice a month. "This is similar to what your dental hygienist does." A Drinking Straw When drinking dark beverages, like soda or grape juice, Roth suggested sipping them through a straw. "The straw allows food dyes to bypass teeth altogether." Hydrogen Peroxide Gross and Maccan-Graves both stated that rinsing with this antiseptic a couple of times a month can also brighten your smile, thanks to its oxidizing agents. Many mouthwashes are alcohol based, but hydrogen peroxide is an antiseptic. "Mouthwash kills existing bacteria, but hydrogen peroxide prevents the growth of bacteria," said Gross. "You can gargle daily with hydrogen peroxide, but it always needs to be done in a 50/50 solution with water. Hydrogen peroxide is good for preventing infections and can also be helpful for preventing bad breath, which is often caused by bacteria." Mix equal parts hydrogen peroxide with water (about 1 tablespoon each) and swish around teeth for 60 seconds. "After a minute, spit it out, leaving the bubbling and whitening action of the peroxide [to] sit on teeth for another minute or two, then rinse mouth with water," said Maccan-Graves.
The Power of a SMILE! A great smile goes a long way to getting what you want. Intelligence is associated with a great smile. So shop Embellir's Mouth Care and smile with confidence!
Smile Numbers Source: Allure Magazine February 2007)
99.7 % of adults feel that an attractive smile is an important asset 74% say that an unattractive smile can hurt a person's chance for success 12 is the number of muscles used in smiling and 11 muscles are used in frowning 50 million yellow smiley face buttons were sold by 1971 26 at weeks of gestation is when human fetuses can appear to be smiling in ultrasound images 62 is the number of times the average woman smiles per day 2006 is the year Beijing Olympic launched a 2-year "smile campaign" to make residents seem friendlier for 2008 Olympics 1 is the rank of Julia Roberts in smiles that patients request the most
Great smilers we like: Pastor Joel Osteen, Denzel Washington, Tom Cruise, Diane Higgs--CEO of Embellir, Julia Roberts, Will Smith, Yolanda Adams, Angelina Jolie, William Jefferson Clinton & President Barack Obama
Many commercial oral care products today are abrasive and can contain soaps, detergents, binders, and artificial flavorings and colorings; so do many mouthwashes-some with the addition of SD alcohol which can disturb the mouth's natural pH and actually cause bad breath by encouraging bacterial growth.
And oh, the agony of bad breath! No matter how attractive you look, having bad breath can ruin it all. Romance and friendships can suffer due to lack of proper oral care. Taking care of the mouth includes daily brushing, flossing, using mouthwash, and regular visits to the dentist for cleaning.
Our natural dental powders are wonderful nonabrasive formulations of fibers, salts, and soda that help to prevent to formation of plague, tartar, and stains without harming enamel or gums.
To keep the breath sweet, herbal infusions are the simplest mouthwashes. Herbs such as marjoram, peppermint, rosemary, sage, and thyme are breath fresheners and fight bacteria.
For a squeaky clean mouth... brush or scrape tongue regularly floss daily brush after meals brush with a natural toothpaste gargle with an herbal mouthwash.\ help to tighten gums with ourPepper & Tumeric Gum Massage Powder. Tidbit: When possible, use only natural bristle brushes, and discard brushes when the bristles are ratty. Always use soft bristle when using our toothpowders.
Our Mouth just may be the most sensual feature of our face. Beautiful, smooth lips add a softness to our face and surround the whitest teeth for a beautiful smile.
Our lips are composed of a thin layer of skin which can crack and dry if not properly taken care of. Resist licking the lips, especially in winter, to help prevent dryness. Try our sugar exfoliating lip scrub to keep dry, dead skin off of your lips; and then try our lip balms to moisturize and protect the lips. Lip scrubs help to boost the circulation and lift dead skin.
Alexander de Markoff has a lip base which can be applied before applying lipstick--and we like it. Look after your lips, keep them moist, and treat them with the utmost care.
Lip Care Lips can become cracked and dry when exposed to dry air. Place a dab of water on the lips and apply lip balm; remember to moisturize them at night after cleansing the face.
HEALING LIP BALM
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