Since 1996‚ on an average‚ Americans have spent an average of 1.4 million dollars annually on teeth whitening (source 2 and 3). In order to see an effect on their tooth color they must maintain tooth health (source 1). Tooth health is related to hygiene‚ aging and genetics‚ and external factors. Tooth health is related to hygiene‚ genetics‚ and external factors. “You can help keep your teeth white by cutting down on the amount of food and drinks you have that can stain teeth.”(Source 1) When
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this refers to someting that is acting as an obstacle towards preventive measures. Human diet and dental caries Dental caries are a tooth disease caused by the complex interaction of food‚ they occur when plaque synthesises with the sugars and starches of the food that we eat. This plaque bacteria produces acids that causes demineralisation of enamel and enzymes that attack the protein content of the tooth. If left untreated‚ this bacteria ultimately leads to the formation of deep cavities and
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to floss daily. Not flossing daily hurts your overall oral health a lot more then you may realize. A few things can happen to your teeth that can damage your smile. For instance‚ if you don’t floss your smile becomes at risk to: • Tartar buildup (plaque) • Cavities • Premature loss of teeth • Discoloration of your teeth •
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prone to cavities because of their lifestyle and genetics. Lets’ take a closer look at cavities. What Really Causes Cavities Studies show that cavities are caused by the buildup of a sticky substance called plaque on the teeth. Overtime‚ this sticky substance destroys the enamel on the teeth. Plaque is a form of bacteria. This bacteria interacts with the sugar on our teeth and in our mouth‚ causing decay. Clearly‚ a lifestyle that includes chowing down on plenty of sweets and sugary foods leads to tooth
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sign that plaque and bacteria have accumulated along your gum line causing inflammation. You need to brush and floss to remove the debris to allow the tissues to heal. Brushing twice daily and flossing once a day is recommended. Another culprit to inflamed tissues may be calculus build up also knows as tartar or hardened plaque. This cannot be removed by brushing and flossing The only way tartar can be removed‚ is with the use of dental scalars. Your hygienist ’’scrapes’’ the hardened plaque off your
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Common Wisdom Teeth Problems and How to Fix Them Wisdom teeth can cause a lot of problems. According to WebMD‚ many dental associates believe it’s beneficial to have them closely checked before the age of twenty‚ while other dentists believe it is better to wait to remove the teeth until you have reached thirty. The best way to decide is to have a diagnostic check with your dentist before you decide what is best for you. To help you make that decision‚ below is a list of common list of problems related
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I chose to write this current event over the importance of taking care of and maintaining children’s teeth‚ how fluoride can help keep children’s teeth healthy. And ways to prevent tooth decay‚ plaque and cavities in young children. I read several different articles and two really stuck out to me. One of them discusses how tooth decay and cavities can prohibit growth in children. And the other gives us some information about fluoride. http://dentistrytoday.com/todays-dental-news/9936-tooth-decay-may-prohibit-growth-in-children
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Toothpaste is a paste or gel dentifrice used with a toothbrush as an accessory to clean and maintain the aesthetics and health of teeth. Toothpaste is used to promote oral hygiene: it serves as an abrasive that aids in removing the dental plaque and food from the teeth‚ assists in suppressing halitosis‚ and delivers active ingredients such as fluoride to help prevent tooth and gum disease (gingivitis). Background of the study Good grooming is one of the most important requirements in
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Case Analysis: Colgate-Palmolive Precision Toothbrush Monique Priestley Winter 2011: MCDM COM588 Digital Media Marketing & Branding Rick McPherson/Brian Marr Monique Priestley Winter 2011: MCDM COM588 Digital Media Marketing & Branding Table of Contents Analysis & Strategy Executive Summary Situation Analysis Strategic Alternatives Proposed Strategy 1 1 1 2 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 6 7 7 7 8 8 9 9 9 i Appendix A: Competitive Strategy Porter’s Generic Strategies Applied
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COLGATE PALMOLIVE PRECISION TOOTH BRUSH Synopsis :- The analysis of the two different launch strategies 1. Introduction and Company Background. Colgate Palmolive was the global leader in household and personal products‚ with sales of $6.06 billion and gross profit of $2.76 billion‚ as in 1991. The company was also the No. 1 in US retail tooth brush market with 23.3% of volume share. The company had 43% of the world’s tooth paste market and 16% of the world tooth brush market. In 1991 there was
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