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Smile and forgive; it’s the only way to live
As the smile quote goes, "smile and forgive; it's the only way to live," this is just a testament to the power of a smile. A smile can do so much for a person, from improving their health to boosting their self-esteem. While a lot of people are ashamed of their...
TDO is volunteering at St. Vincent DePaul Soup Kitchen
Over the years, Team Demas Orthodontics (TDO) has been honored to service the needs of our patients who have remained loyal, making our office successful and a wonderful place to work. In an effort to give back to a community that has meant so much to all of us, TDO...
A smile is the key that fits the lock of everybody’s heart
It has often been said that "a smile is a key that fits the lock of everybody's heart". In other words, your smile makes a huge difference not only in your life but also to the lives of those around you. Today, though, many people are unhappy about their...
I have a tickle in my brain and it keeps making the corners of my mouth point towards the heavens
Your smile should be something that you show off proudly. However, for many people, this isn't the case. Individuals are often embarrassed by their smiles because of some dental issues like missing a tooth or yellow teeth. However, one of the most common reasons why...
Five Tips in Caring for Your Braces during Orthodontic Treatment
Braces can create significant positive changes in your life. They can improve overlapping or crooked teeth, reduce cavities because they reduce the chances of food becoming trapped in between crooked teeth, and they can also elevate your self-confidence by enhancing...
[Don't cry] because it's over; smile because it happened
The smile quote in the title may have little to do with the smile itself. It is more about the emotions behind the smile as related to a pleasant memory that evokes it. However, the fact that the word "smile" is used in the quote is just one example of how important a...
Every tooth in a man’s head is worth more than a diamond
If you look at the title of this article and think that it cannot be taken literally, think again. Although the sentiment may be heartfelt, every tooth is actually worth around the price of a small diamond to you. If you lose a tooth because of a lack of care for that...
Every Time You Smile at Someone, It’s an Action of Love, a Gift to that Person, a Beautiful Thing!
Smiling for someone truly is the action that can move mountains. No matter how bad of a day you're having, if you can take a look at a wonderful smile from a person who is truly wishing you well, then you will be more likely to smile at someone. However, if you do not...
Can Lasers Make Your Orthodontic Treatment Faster?
Lasers have several potential applications in dentistry and can greatly reduce the time required for your orthodontic treatment. Depending on the specific condition you need treated, your orthodontist may decide to use lasers in orthodontics for a variety of...
Begin a New Day With a Simple SMILE
Late great comedienne Phyllis Diller said a lot of funny things, but one smile quote she gave had a lot of wisdom to it as well: "A smile is a curve that sets everything straight." When you begin your day with a smile, it sets you on the right track to happy hours...