Simple Tricks for a New Smile 2 Ways t o Tr ans f o rm You r Smi l e Wi t hou t Or t hodon t i cs
What does it take to transform your smile? Years of orthodontics? Complicated oral surgery? What about a single dentist appointment? If you have been thinking about ways to improve your smile this summer, here are two tried-and-true methods that you can accomplish in almost no time at all. Give Your Pearly Whites Some TLC Have you ever put on a white shirt and noticed your teeth aren’t as clean as you thought? It’s a startling realization, one that may make us less likely to laugh or smile lest we reveal our stained, yellowing teeth. Unless you live on water and clear gelatin, even people who brush and floss regularly can find their teeth becoming stained. It’s time to look into whitening treatments.
We recommend skipping whitening toothpastes, which use abrasive materials to scrub away stains, damaging the enamel in the process. Instead, consider an effective in-office whitening treatment. Conducted by a professional, in-office whitening can remove years of stains, giving you a brighter, more beautiful smile without needlessly damaging your teeth. Ditch the ‘Silver’ Fillings For almost a century, dentists used amalgam fillings to fix cavities. Though sometimes called silver fillings, amalgam fillings are actually a combination of metals, including silver, tin, copper, and a small amount of mercury. While amalgam fillings are safe and effective, they certainly aren’t pretty. Amalgam fillings grow darker over time as they rust
and corrode, and if you have a lot of them, the inside of your mouth could look like it’s full of Dalmatian spots. Fortunately, unsightly metal fillings aren’t your only option anymore. Dr. Jason Schermer can replace cracked or dark amalgam fillings with natural-looking white fillings. Often made of either composite resin or porcelain, white fillings can be made to match your teeth, protecting them from decay and ensuring your smile is noticed for all the right reasons. It doesn’t take a lot to rejuvenate your smile. Give Dr. Schermer a call at (440) 483-1003 and learn how simple it can be to enjoy a brand-new smile today.
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Watermelon Salad
What do you call dental X-rays?
This simple, delicious salad is the perfect summer refresher. In under 30 minutes, you’ll have a dish that will inspire rave reviews at your next summer cookout.
Ingredients •
8 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
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1 pinch of cayenne pepper 1/2 cup mint leaves, torn
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1/4 cup fresh lime juice
Salt to taste
Directions 1. In a large mixing or salad bowl, toss watermelon with lime juice and cayenne pepper.
Enjoy!
2. Gently fold in mint leaves. 3. Sprinkle with salt and serve.
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