I found this great article whilst reading Dumb Little Man, an absolutely great blog to read (Bookmark it now!), who wrote about the list which was compiled by the Ririan Project, which is also a blog you shouldn’t miss!
Beautiful teeth really say something. I can remember speaking to many different people, and always somehow noticing their teeth. It really makes you look good, and all it takes is proper care, no sacrifices. Some of these tips are pretty unusual, but they’re not a royal pain to implement, and who knows, maybe they don’t just work, they REALLY work!
Ririan Project has put together a little collaboration of 18 things you can do to keep your teeth white. Definitely check it out there, and don’t be afraid to share some of your own tips on their blog. Here’s a excerpt from their post:
Brush with success.
Whether you’re using an electric brush or stuck with the old manual then keep the brush at a 45-degree angle and move it back and forth gently in short (tooth-wide) strokes. Also, take your time while brushing (a good rule of thumb is about two minutes). The bristles of your brush should not be too hard, because otherwise they can, over time, erode away the gums and lead to a receding gum line. Also, your brush should fit your mouth properly, allowing you to reach all tooth surfaces easily.
Use a straw.
If you must have tea, cola or one of the other stain-mongering beverages listed above, be sure to use a straw. It helps the drink bypass the teeth and gums and cuts down on your chances for dingy teeth.
Try a different lipstick.
This one’s for the ladies: Try using a different shade of lipstick. Blue-based reds, plums, purples and pinks minimize the yellow tones in teeth, while oranges and browns make your pearly whites look dirty.
Enjoy.
September 3, 2007 at 20:19
very funny