The simplest option is to ask us about whitening. Whitening trays can be made and we will supply the best whitening system for you. There are many whitening systems that can be used but some work better than others.
We will also see you on a regular basis while you are whitening so that we can work with you to avoid any potential problems that may occur during this process.
Quite often you can see results from this process in only a few days and the process to whiten your upper and lower teeth will usually be completed in three to four weeks. Many people are so pleased with their results that they will not need any further services to achieve their desired smile expectations.
Dr. Jim is very committed to giving back to the youth of our community. He has teamed with other Crown Council dentists throughout North America in a program where people whiten their teeth for a given donation and 100% of the funds are spent to help youth. These dentists donate their time and Discus Dental donates the materials. You, the consumer, reap the benefits as you can whiten your teeth and make a donation to Smiles for Life at the same time.
This year we are teaming with the Youth for Christ foundation so that 50% of everything we raise will stay in Muskegon to benefit Youth for Christ and their programs to address children's needs. This program is open to everybody who would like to have whiter teeth and make a donation to help our next generation of leaders.
Another aging fact about our teeth is that teeth will often shift and we begin to feel that our teeth are "crowded." This, too, can be corrected through orthodontics. Orthodontic treatment is no longer only for the teenagers. Many more mature citizens are having their teeth straightened so that their smiles are more appealing.
When teeth do not align properly, the food may not be chewed. This, in turn, can lead to digestion problems. Headaches and TMJ problems may also occur. Thus, if you are noticing any of these symptoms, it is a good idea to call us and have your teeth alignment checked.
For more information or to make an appointment for whitening with Smiles for Life, please call us at (231) 744-6661.
Renew enthusiasm to live life. Exercising, eating raw fruits and green leafy vegetables can give you the energy you need. This helps in shaping your body, but has other benefits that affect different aspects of your health. Have a positive mood and speak good things. Addressing nutritional deficiencies with supplements may help combat depression.
Of course, there are supplements that can help you also, such as green juice powders, tablets, and capsules. They help take toxins from the blood, acting like a magnet for pulling heavy metals such as aluminum, lead and mercury and excreting them out of the body.
For mental clarity, there are items that help such as Ginkgo Biloba (helps strengthen the mind/brain), Antioxidants (which include Vitamins A, C, E, Beta-carotene) help prevent oxidation which effects neural transmitting, and B Vitamins (B1, B6, B12, Folate) help improve cognitive functioning.
It is not your age that decides that you've grown older, but you. You can do the things that give you pleasure, such as swimming, gardening, walking, hanging out with friends and family, church groups and more. This will relax your mind, body, and soul, which can rejuvenate you.
Avoid high sugar or high saturated fat content food. Eat healthy food and make exercise an integral part of your routine, thus paving way for leading a healthy lifestyle.
Stop in today at one of the three locations of the Health Hutt for more suggestions and ideas for energy, strength and healthy living!
Although it many seem impossible, the good news is that starting (and sticking) to a regular exercise program is not as difficult as one might think. However, it is going to require a plan. A plan which is determined by your readiness to start an exercise program, the reality of your life and your schedule, and how you are going to handle the obstacles that will inevitably challenge your path.
It takes years to plan and prepare for a climb to the top of the world, all you have to do to tackle your Mt. Everest is ask yourself three simple questions and be honest with your answers.
The first question is this. "How important is it to you that you do everything in your power to maintain your health and improve your fitness?" Be honest. If you answered that it is the highest priority, we look forward to meeting you as a new member. I say this because if you're not ready to invest time and effort into yourself right now, you're not ready to get started. Your physical well being takes time, energy, and an ongoing commitment. Are you ready to make a commitment to yourself? Do you believe that you (and your physical health) is important? (You are…and it is! If you don't believe it for yourself, ask your children, your spouse and your loved ones. I bet they think you're important!)
If you made it past the first question, here's the second. "What are you willing to commit to, or what concessions can you make to incorporate physical activity into your already busy schedule?" Can you get up earlier? Take a lunch break? Turn the TV off for 30 minutes? You must identify when and where you are going to fit this into your schedule. It's a tough one. (But we've already established that you're worth it and it's more important than anything else!)
Let me take some pressure off right now by reassuring readers that you don't have to jump into a four, five or six day per week exercise program or exercise for an hour or more…especially if you're not doing anything right now! Something is always better than nothing and if you start with one day per week, you start with one day per week. That's it! Do what you can do with the time you are willing to commit and feel good about it. Remember, it's just your first step, you're not tackling Everest.
The third question is this. "How are you going to handle the obstacles that are going to challenge your commitment, just when you start to get into the swing of things?" 100% guaranteed it will happen. And when it does, it's going to be a test. This is when you return to question one. How important is this to you? You are going to have things come up: a time constraint, family obligations, work, etc., the list is endless. Who doesn't have a list as long as Everest is high? What separates the individuals who do exercise, (despite the fact they also have a million other things to do) is a commitment to their physical health and fitness.
What will you do? Quit or commit? If you're ready, come join us for a group class.