•Fewer than 2% of adolescents have had sex by the time they reach their 12th birthday. But adolescence is a time of rapid change. Only 16% of teens have had sex by age 15‚ compared with one-third of those aged 16‚ nearly half (48%) of those aged 17‚ 61% of 18-year-olds and 71% of 19-year-olds.[1] There is little difference by gender in the timing of first sex. •On average‚ young people have sex for the first time at about age 17‚ [2] but they do not marry until their mid-20s.[3] This means that
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Teenage Promiscuity ABSTRACT Teen promiscuity has been a major problem in our society and over the last decade‚ more and more teenagers are losing their virginity at younger ages. This paper examines teen promiscuity‚ the causes behind why teenagers engage in sexually activities and the consequences of having multiple sex partners. The paper also explains how the behaviour of teens is directly related to their physiological and psychological changes and suggests several solutions that can
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pages (BDJ 2004‚ 197:64) In developing countries‚ (more often in the rural areas) there is higher prevalence of dental and periodontal disease due to negligence and lack of awareness and the cost of oral health care has increased in these countries. Essential oil (EO) mouthwashes are important in oral health management1. They contain thymol‚ eucalyptus oil and menthol and the tepenes present have antibacterial and antifungal activity2‚3. They have broad antimicrobial effects‚ are microbiologically
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human tooth ‚ tooth decay [pic] Human tooth Teeth of humans are small‚ calcified‚ whitish structures found in the mouth that are used to break down food. The roots of teeth are embedded in the maxilla (upper jaw) or the mandible (lower jaw) and are covered by gums. Teeth are made of multiple tissues of varying density and hardness. Teeth are among the most distinctive (and long-lasting) features of mammal species. Humans‚ like other mammals‚ are diphyodont‚ meaning that
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Root Surface Caries Caries can affect any surface of the teeth. The most commonly seen caries are found on the crown of a tooth‚ above the cemento-enamel junction‚ it is also possible for caries to form on the root surface‚ below the cemento-enamel junction. Dental root caries has received a great deal of attention in the past few decades. A variety of different patients are at risk for root surface caries. Dentists use several methods of treatment. Root surface caries are also called cemental
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the wonderful treatment solution for toenail fungus treatment. Zetaclear Homeopathic Nail Fungus Treatment is a remedy that combines a contemporary solution with a great homeopathic to help clear nail fungus fast. Zetaclear’s exceptional topical and oral homeopathic combination can help you to get back your beautiful hands and feet. People always question that where to buy Zetaclear? The answer
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Proposal can be either a) express (verbal/writing) or b) implied (conduct) 2.3 The form of Proposal A person may make a proposal in many forms. It can be either a) writing b) oral c) conduct Writing B) Oral Contract Contracts can be made orally. There is no requirement for contracts can be reduced into writing. However‚ oral contracts are difficult to prove. So it would be wise to put it into writing form in case there will be any future disputes. Case: Syed Jaafar bin Syed Ibrahim v Maju Mehar
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flossing‚ you will quickly notice the difference in the way your mouth feels. The American Dental Association recommends you floss at least once a day‚ either before or after you brush your teeth‚ preferably at night. Before you begin your steps to oral care‚ take some time to test out the wide variety of floss. The two basic types are nylon and the single filament floss. The nylon floss is relatively inexpensive and comes in waxed or unwaxed varieties and several different flavors. However‚ the nylon
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don’t know how to answer your child’s questions‚ offer to find the answers or look them up together. Be direct. Clearly state your feelings about specific issues‚ such as oral sex and intercourse. Present the risks objectively‚ including emotional pain‚ sexually transmitted diseases and unplanned pregnancy. Explain that oral sex isn’t a risk-free alternative to intercourse. Consider your child’s point of view. Don’t lecture your child or rely on scare tactics to discourage sexual activity. Instead
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in Saliva of Dental Students from Northern Sumatera University. VIDYAVATI Northern Sumatera University‚ Northern Sumatera‚ Indonesia Background: Oil pulling therapy or oil swishing has been extensively used as a traditional Indian folk remedy for oral health benefits which comes from Ayurvedic medicine thousands of years ago. This therapy is done by swishing any desired vegetable oil for a period of 5 to 8 minutes in mouth. The oil ‘works’ in mouth by pushing‚ pulling and drawing it through the
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