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So often I am shown pictures of models, celebrities by patients that ask why they weren’t lucky enough to be born with such fabulous smiles.  They talk about genetics, ask if it is due to a lack  of calcium, childbirth, a bad diet. I share with them an expression I first heard in..you guessed it, the USA…’You don’t have to be born with a beautiful smile to have one’

Meet Denise, a great lady who did all the right things but was dealt a poor hand

To achieve this fabulous result she wore an Inman alighter for 7 weeks to tuck her teeth in because they were splayed and stuck out.  Then she had a gum lift and a combination of porcelain veneers and crowns to create a stunning end result.  She looks younger, feels fabulous and her confidence is sky high

Smile Before

Smile After

Denise Before

Denise After

Hi Everyone

The new series of 1o years younger starts tonight and I am soo excited!

Each programme will be a challenge featuring two people who are old before their time. One goes under the knife using every cosmetic enhancement trick in the book to roll back the years; whilst the other goes the surgery-free route – no knife or needles, but the key thing is EVERYONE gets their teeth done. Why? Because the lower third of the face has been shown to be the most ageing, if we change that, and teeth is the major feature here, we roll back the years.  This is really obvious when you look at the non surgical cases.

The first show is one of the best I think with regards to how stunning the transformation

So tune in at a new time slot airing at 5pm every week night for two weeks starting on Monday 2nd August 2010.

If you miss it then you can watch it here on 4oD

Please let me have have your feedback and come back to see more posts with the before and after pictures

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What a Difference a Smile Makes

“A smile is a curve that sets everything straight” – Phyllis Diller

It only takes 22 muscles to smile, however it takes 37 to frown.

Mark Stibich Ph.D gives us 10 top health reasons to smile:

1. Smiling Makes us Attractive
We are drawn to people who smile. There is an attraction factor. We want to know a smiling person and figure out what is so good. Frowns, scowls and grimaces all push people away – but a smile draws them in.

2. Smiling Changes Our Mood
Next time you are feeling down, try putting on a smile. There’s a good chance your mood will change for the better. Smiling can trick the body into helping you change your mood.

3. Smiling is Contagious
When someone is smiling they lighten up the room, change the mood of others, and make things happier. A smiling person brings happiness with them. Smile lots and you will draw people to you.

4. Smiling Relieves Stress
Stress can really show up in our faces. Smiling helps to prevent us from looking tired, worn down, and overwhelmed. When you are stressed, take time to put on a smile. The stress should be reduced and you’ll be better able to take action.

5. Smiling Boosts Your Immune System
Smiling helps the immune system to work better. When you smile, immune function improves possibly because you are more relaxed. Prevent against the flu and colds by smiling.

6. Smiling Lowers Your Blood Pressure
When you smile, there is a measurable reduction in your blood pressure. Give it a try if you have a blood pressure monitor at home. Sit for a few minutes then take a reading. Now smile for a minute and take another reading while still smiling. Did you notice a difference?

7. Smiling Releases Endorphins, Natural Pain Killers and Serotonin
Studies have shown that smiling releases endorphins, natural pain killers, and serotonin. Together these three make us feel good. Smiling is a natural drug.

8. Smiling Lifts the Face and Makes You Look Younger
The muscles we use to smile lift the face, making a person appear younger. Don’t go for a face lift, just try smiling your way through the day – you’ll look younger and feel better.

9. Smiling Makes You Seem Successful
Smiling people appear more confident, are more likely to be promoted and are more likely to be approached. Put on a smile at meetings and appointments and people will react to you differently.

10. Smiling Helps You Stay Positive
Try this test: Smile. Now try to think of something negative without losing the smile. It’s hard. When we smile, our body is sending everyone else a message that “Life is Good!” Stay away from depression, stress and worry by smiling.

Give it a go: smile to yourself. If nothing else, other people will be curious about what you have been doing.

Many thanks to Jane Lelean a business coach, who published this on her newsletter.  Go find out what other useful tips she has on her website  www.healthyandwealthy.co.uk

Have a read of the interview written by Jane Cunningham who is the best beautyblogger on the planet!

Don’t forget to leave your comments about the article on her site!

http://www.beautyandthedirt.com/2009/09/21/mimi-talks-to-dr-uchenna-okoye/

Years ago ER was my “must see TV”. George Clooney is back on the small screen looking better than before, why? His teeth of course!

He has had a smile makeover and boy has it made a difference, he definitely looks 10 years younger

As we get older our teeth get darker and shorter as they do their work chomping on all that lovely food.  Those short yellow teeth have gone and with it the years, also a little tweaking to remove the excess gum and he looks, younger, fresher and even more gorgeous!

That’s why your smile is THE best accessory

George Clooney Before

George Clooney After

I have just recovered from the fantastic show that was 10yy live in Earls Court

It was wonderful to meet so many of you that are fans of the show. We had a great stand and in between whitening the teeth of the contributors that were chosen for a makeover and being on stage, I managed to fuel my passion of talking about teeth to anyone that would listen on our stand!

Next year the show will be bigger and better and I can’t wait

Masterclass, teaching about my fac subject...teethOn the red carpet to open the show

On Stage with the fabulous Myleene

With my bodyguards...ok ok actually my two brothers. Thanks for your muscle guys

Our fabulous stand...thanks to Brian and his team!