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TV programme gives a new smile
Viewers of last night’s 10 Years Younger programme saw a mother-of-five have a complete smile makeover. The episode (shown on Channel 4 at 20:00 BST on May 27th) featured 38-year-old Amanda, who members of the public guessed to be an average age of 46. After years of drinking 20 cups of tea with two-and-a-half sugars […]
Dental implants have ‘redefined’ dentistry
The advancement of dental implants has redefined the field of dentistry, it has been claimed. Reported by the Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, the newly elected president of the Indiana Dental Association Mark Stetzel explained that dental implants use artificial roots as a foundation for fake teeth. However, unlike dentures, dental implants are permanent and therefore […]
Ramsay sparks Botox rumours
Gordon Ramsay’s fresh-faced look at Britain’s Best 2008 Awards has sparked rumours he may have had Botox. The Daily Mail reported that the celebrity chef’s frown and chin lines were rather less pronounced than usual. Speaking to Heat magazine, plastic surgeon Alex Karidis said: "It’s possible he’s had some work done – Botox for the […]
Amanda Holden admits to Botox
Television personality Amanda Holden has confessed to having Botox injections. The Britain’s Got Talent Judge admitted in an interview with the News of the World that she has relied on the treatment to stay looking young. "I was out in South Africa filming Wild at Heart last year and I was constantly frowning in the […]
McCartney ‘sexiest senior smile’
Sir Paul McCartney has the sexiest smile out of all the senior celebrities, a new poll has revealed. As part of National Smile Month, the former Beatles member came out top, whereas Rolling Stones singer Mick Jagger was rated last. The Queen actress Helen Mirren was voted in second place, followed by Prince Charles’s wife […]
Botox and the city
Botox is becoming so prominent it has even been featured as a storyline in the new Sex and the City film. Reported by USA Today, the movie includes Samantha urging Carrie to have Botox injections to keep looking young. Sarah Jessica Parker, who plays Carrie, explained that she does not use the treatment herself. "It’s […]
Temporary dentures solve”unsightly gaps”
Temporary dentures can provide a short-term solution to missing teeth, it has been claimed. A study in the Academy of General Dentistry’s (AGD’s) clinical journal revealed that 86 per cent of dentists report that their patients’ biggest fear of losing a tooth is the associated social embarrassment. However, with interim removable dentures, people can still […]
Health and beauty industry ‘experiencing strong growth’
The health and beauty industry is to experience strong growth this year, despite pressure on household budgets. At least that is the prediction of Verdict Research, which stated that products such as tooth whitening kits are to withstand the economic squeeze. "In uncertain times people are still willing to spend money on making themselves look […]
Botox is ‘quick and easy’
Botox and other forms of facial rejuvenation are rising in popularity because they are quick and easy, it has been claimed. Physician Dr Joel Schlessinger has claimed that many people are seeking minimally-invasive cosmetic surgery on their lunch breaks. Fraxel Laser Treatment is one such option, he told Action 3 News, as it gives definite […]
Veneers ‘prevent nail biting’
Veneers can help people to stop biting their nails, it has been claimed. Jeffrey Weller, dentist and founder of Weller Aesthetic & Restorative Dental Care in Chicago, claimed having the cosmetic dentistry treatment can deter people from their biting habit. He explained to the Chicago Tribune that unlike natural teeth, veneers do not get sharper […]
