Let's hear it for the Teeth

Cathy @ A Bit of The Blarney is having a bit of a tooth problem and will be having a root canal, so let's all root (get it?...root canal and root for her...hee, hee) for her and cheer her up too with some toothy subjects!

Time to think about teeth even if you only have a few like this cute little guy...

Every kid's dream and every (good) dentist's nightmare...

For those who would like to have their teeth everywhere, these are Christmas ornaments....


So...you think you've had a few toothaches or troubles....would not want to have to deal with this load of teeth my whole life....

This was called "Ma, look, my first tooth" but I can't even see it and who cares when they are this cute?....

For happy teeth, it looks like you need a lot of brushing and toothpaste...

Do you suppose Cathy would feel better if the tooth fairy would pay her a visit just for being such a good girl?....

Some happy (I pray that everyone reading this only has happy ones)and sad teeth.....

I remember my late beloved hubby Mario telling me that when he was in Viet Nam he noticed that so many women had black teeth, so he asked about it and it turns out that they use a nut and its' leaves called betel to PURPOSELY blacken their teeth for beautification! So, if your teeth look like this, you may want to consider a move to Viet Nam where you can be really appreciated...

Here's some great info from the Internet.....

"Tooth care

It's important to care for your teeth and gums properly so as to avoid cavities, gingivitis, and other ailments. Proper care will also prevent pain and improve their appearance as well.

This article will provide you with some useful tips on how to care for teeth effectively, so keep reading!

Brushing
Brushing teeth and gums thoroughly is essential, but it is important not to push the brush against them too hard. This can cause gums to recede and expose more of each tooth. Dentists generally recommend brushing for about two minutes, at least twice per day.

Always be sure to brush after meals or snacks, esp. if you consume a beverage or dessert containing sugar. When this isn't possible, at least rinse your mouth with water or chew on a stick of sugar-free gum.

Eating
Making a few adjustments to how you eat and drink also helps care for teeth. Drinking soda or sugary juices over a short period of time is less harmful than drinking them slowly. It is also helpful to eat meals which are large enough so that you don't have to consume snacks before the next meal. Salads can help clean them as well, especially if sugary types of dressing are not used.

Brushes
Each type of tooth brush available has some benefits and drawbacks. A traditional brush can usually be obtained for free from your dentist, or at minimal cost in a store, and doesn't consume batteries or electricity. Traditional brushes with improved handles, wider heads, or other enhancements are also available. Electric tooth brushes are more thorough and less likely to cause gum recession.

A local dental hygienist recommends electric brushes with round brush heads for more effective tooth and gum care, including the Braun Oral-B Vitality. This brush comes with its own charging unit and has a built-in timer that lets you know when it has been running for two minutes.

Remember to replace the brush or its brush head when the bristles become bent, or after it has been used for over one-hundred days. Keep it in a clean area and rinse it before use.

Yellowing
Among others, smoking cigarettes and drinking tea frequently are two activities which can promote tooth yellowing. Some brands offer "whitening" toothpaste which aims to reduce this effect. However, this type of toothpaste can cause discomfort if your teeth are sensitive; some brands sell more expensive sensitive whitening toothpaste, including Sensodyne, Rembrandt, and Colgate. Tooth whitening strips, such as Crest Whitestrips, offer a more costly alternative.

Flossing
It is best to floss once each day, as well as every time food becomes stuck between one tooth and another. Gums are more likely to bleed during flossing if they haven't been regularly flossed for the past couple weeks or longer. There is usually little difference in how much waxed or unwaxed floss costs. It is less likely to become stuck between teeth if it is waxed. However, very small pieces of the wax may come off it while flossing.

Some devices are available which can be used to supplement or replace flossing. Water jets (like the WaterPik) and oral irrigators work well, although they aren't quite as effective. They are also preferable for people with braces. Enhanced plastic toothpicks, such as BrushPicks, can be used both to dislodge food from between the teeth and to remove plaque. Mouthwash is useful for eliminating bacteria and plaque, but should not be used as a replacement for floss.

The dentist
If possible, visit a dentist at least yearly for a cleaning; this will also help identify any problems with your mouth, or adjustments you need to make in how you take care of it. Although health insurance is rather expensive, dental ins. is often fairly affordable. If lips are cracked or chapped, remember to use lip balm in the days prior to visiting the dentist, so that bleeding won't be caused by the dental instruments touching them ."

Let's crack up (not crack our teeth though) over some tooth/teeth jokes...


Why is a toothless dog like a tree? It has more bark than bite.

A Problem With Teeth

This minister just had all of his remaining teeth pulled and new dentures were being made. The first Sunday, he only preached 10 minutes. The second Sunday, he preached only 20 minutes. But, on the third Sunday, he preached 1 hour 25 minutes.

When asked about this by some of the congregation, he responded this way.

The first Sunday, my gums were so sore it hurt to talk.

The second Sunday, my dentures were hurting a lot.

The third Sunday, I accidentally grabbed my wife's dentures... and I couldn't stop talking!

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Why did the termite eat a sofa and two chairs? It had a suite tooth.
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Bad Tooth

A man and his wife entered the dentist's office.

"I want a tooth pulled, "the man said. "We are in a big hurry, so let us not fool around with gas or Novocain or any of that stuff."

"You are a very brave man," remarked the dentist. "Which tooth is it?"

"Show him your bad tooth, honey," said the man to his wife.

Big Cavity

I had to go to the dentist to-day.
He was a Scottish-Canadian dentist.

He looked in my mouth and said,
"You've got a verry big cavity there, a verry big cavity."

That gave me a bit of a start, so I said,
"Well, you didn't have to repeat it."

And he replied, "I didn't, that was an echo."

The Appointment

The dentist says to the patient, "Could you help me? Could you give out a few of your loudest, most painful screams?"

Patient: Why? Doc, it isn't all that bad this time.

Dentist: There are so many people in the waiting room right now and I don't want to miss the 7 o'clock tennis game.

~~~Thank You Heavenly Father for the blessings of teeth and may the only thing we ever bite into is food and not other people's feelings.