I’m pretty sure everybody has seen at least one other person who wears or has worn braces during their lifetime. But it has occurred to me that there are some people who are not aware of the basic principle behind this trademark orthodontics treatment. Simply put, braces are attached to a person’s teeth in order to apply slight pressure over an extended course of time, changing their position and angle to ultimately be straighter and more appealing. This usually takes at least two years of application and staying in said person’s mouth to even have the least bit of effectiveness.

The usage of braces has generally been attributed to the correction of misaligned teeth. And misalignment is an issue that should be corrected once children of around age 12 lose all baby teeth. It might come across as unassuming, but it could lead to a range of issues later, ranging from bad breath to tooth decay. Consultation with a family dentist through a portal like https://www.alcaredental.com/, or with one based locally should be prioritised if there are any crooked teeth detected. It could save the hassle of repetitive procedures and a lack of confidence.

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I wear silver jewelry almost exclusively, but it’s a real downer when the oil from my skin tarnishes the metal, leaving it dull and dirty-looking. Recently I realized I hadn’t been wearing a few pieces I own that I really like, and it was just because the tarnish made them less shiny and pretty than they used to be. I knew I could go out and buy some expensive, toxic silver polish to restore my jewelry to its original shininess, but after a little research, I discovered a natural way to get the job done that doesn’t involve toxic chemicals.

So I did a little experiment using a silver necklace my parents brought back from a trip to Alaska a few years ago. I hadn’t worn the necklace in years because it had turned so dull, but after just 15 minutes or so, it’s just like new again! Here’s how I did it: Read more…