Your Oviedo Dentist - March 2018

White Teeth? Why Do We Care About

Dental Bits

It happens to everyone. One day, you’re standing in front of the mirror getting ready for work and you notice your teeth have begun to take on an unsightly shade of yellow. Even the most diligent brushers and flossers will eventually notice their teeth aren’t as bright as they would like. Unless you only drink water and eat colorless gelatin, your teeth are going to become stained over time. Why do yellowing teeth bother us so much if they are a natural part of the human experience?Well, our aversion to unsightly stained teeth may have something to do with psychology.

IMPROVED SOCIAL CONNECTIONS Who would you rather spend time with: someone who smiles and laughs freely, or someone who never cracks a smile and rarely speaks up because they are embarrassed by their teeth?When we feel confident about our teeth, the waywe carry ourselves and interact with others changes. This confidence carries over into job interviews and even first dates. ENHANCED MOOD In addition to improved confidence, whiter teeth increase feelings of happiness. When we don’t feel self-conscious about our smiles, we smile more. Smiling releases endorphins, so this act can create a feedback loop of even more happiness! LOWER RISK OF ORAL PROBLEMS Individuals who whiten their teeth are more likely to maintain During your next visit, don’t forget to ask about which whitening treatments we recommend. We can help you enjoy bright, beautiful teeth every day! Philips ZOOM whitening Take Home that bright shine for as long as possible through proper dental hygiene. Regular oral care is vital for preventing serious health risks like tooth decay and gum disease.

White, shiny teeth are perceived as healthier than teeth that are yellow or stained. When we see someone with stained teeth, we often form certain opinions about them. Whether these opinions are justified or not is another matter, but that prejudice can affect howwe treat each other and howwe view ourselves. Since whiter teeth encourage more positive thinking, people who whiten their teeth often report a feeling of higher self-esteem and confidence, and this can translate into amazing results in other areas of life, as well.

Recipes For a healthy You!

What’s Cooking

SWEET AND ZESTY DETOX SALAD

Ingredients

For the Salad: •

3 cups chopped kale leaves 2 cups chopped broccoli florets

For the Dressing: •

1 large carrot, roughly chopped 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil

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2 cups chopped red cabbage

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1 cup matchstick carrots 1 cup chopped cilantro 1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds 1/3 cup sliced green onions

1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger 1 tablespoon honey

1 tablespoon white miso 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil Salt and pepper, to taste

INCLUDES: • 6 whitening syringes • A mouth rinse • Shade guide • And custom trays All in a leather black zip pouch.

1 diced avocado

BEFORE

Directions

1. To make the salad, add all ingredients to a large bowl; toss to combine. 2. To make the dressing, add all ingredients to a blender or food processor. Pulse until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper or add extra honey for a sweeter taste. 3. Drizzle dressing over salad and serve immediately.

AFTER

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