Healthy Mouths for Life: July 2010

Across Our Nation – From smile to shining smile, take a closer look at Americaâs mugs.

“Contrary to popular belief, our first President's famous dentures weren't made from wood. Rather, George Washington’s four pairs of custom chompers were crafted from gold, ivory, lead and a mixture of human, donkey and, um, hippopotamus teeth! (But hey, take care of yours and you won't have to think about it.)”

“Americans cite "bad breath" as the least attractive trait a co-worker can have. Be more popular around the water cooler and help make America a fresher place by brushing after lunch.”

“Americans spend $100 billion per year on hair care products – and only $2 billion a year on dental care products. What good is great hair without a healthy smile to go along with it?”

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Smiles — the newest source of national pride.

Well done, America! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Institutes for Health (NIH) recently reported that tooth decay has decreased across the board, as efforts to prevent cavities and dental diseases are paying off.

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Get Active! - Get up, get going and go soak up the last rays of summer sun! (A tan will make your smile look brighter.)