Random Acts of Kindness Day

When : Always February 17th

Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day. And, you know what to do...perform a few random acts of kindness. Almost any kind deed will do. And, we highly recommend you perform kind acts on as many people as you can.
This is a favorite day of many people and groups. People like the idea of showing a little kindness to others. Its a fun and good thing to do. And, they like being on the receiving end of this day as well. It makes both the giver and the receiver feel good.
Schools have used this day as an educational event, and to promote the value of kindness. Organizations have used this day to promote their cause, and for fundraisers.

Caution: What comes around, goes around. Random Acts of Kindness is highly contagious.

The orthodontist said my braces will be off before the spring melt!

Bethany Hamilton

Damon Braces is proud to announce our newest ambassador,
Damon patient Bethany Hamilton.

There are not many people who don't know about Bethany and her amazing story after an unspeakable shark attack. Just a young teen in 2003 when attacked, Bethany has gone on to inspire millions due to her amazing determination and attitude. She shares her astonishing story in her bestselling autobiography Soul Surfer which in April 2011 was released as a major motion picture. Not only does Bethany continue to compete in the ASP World Professional Surfing Tour, but she tours the world to share her story of triumph and to prove that with faith and belief anything is possible.

After being treated with Damon Braces I couldn't be happier. The results of having braces not only improved my smile, it boosted my confidence.

After the shark attack Bethany will tell you she struggled through many trials and tribulations which took a toll on her confidence and self esteem. When asked, Bethany will tell you that "after being treated with Damon Braces I couldn't be happier. The results of having braces not only improved my smile, it boosted my confidence." Now, with help from Damon System braces, Bethany is able to smile through adversity.
If you are interested in improving your smile and outlook on life, take a tour through our website and ask your orthodontist about Damon System braces. If you don't have an orthodontist, that's ok, check out our Damon Doctor Locator you will be able to find one in your area.
To find out more about Bethany visit her website at http://bethanyhamilton.com/

What Can You Not Eat When You Are Wearing Braces?

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Sep 2, 2010 | By Shelly Morgan  

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According to BracesReview.com, people who wear braces not only have to be careful about keeping their teeth clean, they also have to avoid the many foods that can damage braces. Avoiding these foods can save time, money and unwanted trips to the orthodontist.

Warnings

BracesReview.com says that anything "sticky, hard, chewy or crunchy" is not advisable for people with braces. This includes jelly beans, corn on the cob, gum drops, carrots, all types of gum, taffy, nuts, chips and popcorn. Ice cream with candy mix-ins such as caramel chocolate bars is also off-limits. Biting into an apple can cause problems, but generally eating sliced and peeled apple is OK. Chewing ice is also not advisable if you have braces.

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Significance

Brackets in braces can be broken and wires can be bent or pulled out of place by eating Halloween candy, says BracesReview.com. This means more unwanted trips to the orthodontist. Even if the braces are not broken, sugar gets behind the wires, where it is hard to remove and can cause tooth decay.

Expert Insight

The Academy of General Dentistry recommends that people with braces be extra diligent about brushing, flossing and rinsing because sugar and plaque can combine to make acid. This acid causes decalcification, which causes white spots on teeth.

Alternatives

Avoiding candy altogether is often not a reasonable expectation. It's far better to educate kids about what candy they can eat on special occasions. BracesReview.com recommends soft chocolates that melt in the mouth, like peanut butter cups and candy bars that do not have caramel or nuts. Apples can be peeled, sliced thin and dipped in chocolate for a special treat.

Holidays

Holidays like Halloween and Christmas are particularly problematic because eating candy is so much of a cultural norm. The American Association of Orthodontists recognizes this and in 2009 started a Halloween candy buyback program in which gift certificates, movie tickets and cash were given in exchange for Halloween candy. The association anticipates receiving almost 16 tons of candy in 2010. Places like Amherst Orthodontics have committed to paying $1 for every pound of candy they receive.

 

Thanksgiving is just around the corner!!!

Fun Facts about the First Thanksgiving

The Plymouth Pilgrims were the first to celebrate the Thanksgiving.

The Pilgrims sailed across the Atlantic Ocean to reach North America.

They sailed on the ship, which was known by the name of 'Mayflower'.

They celebrated the first Thanksgiving Day at Plymouth, Massachusetts.

The Wampanoag Indians were the people who taught the Pilgrims how to cultivate the land.

The Pilgrim leader, Governor William Bradford, had organized the first Thanksgiving feast in 1621. He invited the neighboring Wampanoag Indians to the feast.

The first Thanksgiving celebration lasted three days.

Mashed potatoes, pumpkin pies, popcorn, milk, corn on the cob, and cranberries were not foods present on the first Thanksgiving's feast table.

Lobster, rabbit, chicken, fish, squashes, beans, chestnuts, hickory nuts, onions, leeks, dried fruits, maple syrup and honey, radishes, cabbage, carrots, eggs, and goat cheese are thought to have made up the first Thanksgiving feast.

The pilgrims didn't use forks; they ate with spoons, knives, and their fingers.

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Thanksgiving Facts throughout History

Benjamin Franklin wanted the turkey to be the national bird of the United States.

Sarah Josepha Hale, an American magazine editor, persuaded Abraham Lincoln to declare Thanksgiving a national holiday. She is also the author of the popular nursery rhyme "Mary Had a Little Lamb"

Abraham Lincoln issued a 'Thanksgiving Proclamation' on third October 1863 and officially set aside the last Thursday of November as the national day for Thanksgiving.

The annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade tradition began in the 1920's.

In 1939, President Roosevelt proclaimed that Thanksgiving would take place on November 23rd, not November 30th, as a way to spur economic growth and extend the Christmas shopping season.

Congress to passed a law on December 26, 1941, ensuring that all Americans would celebrate a unified Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of November every year.

Since 1947, the National Turkey Federation has presented a live turkey and two dressed turkeys to the President. The President does not eat the live turkey. He "pardons" it and allows it to live out its days on a historical farm.

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Fun Facts about Thanksgiving Today

In the US, about 280 million turkeys are sold for the Thanksgiving celebrations.

Each year, the average American eats somewhere between 16 - 18 pounds of turkey.

Californians are the largest consumers of turkey in the United States.

Thanksgiving Day is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November in the United States.

Although, Thanksgiving is widely considered an American holiday, it is also celebrated on the second Monday in October in Canada.

Black Friday is the Friday after Thanksgiving in the United States, where it is the beginning of the traditional Christmas shopping season.

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Fun Turkey Facts

The average weight of a turkey purchased at Thanksgiving is 15 pounds.

The heaviest turkey ever raised was 86 pounds, about the size of a large dog.

A 15 pound turkey usually has about 70 percent white meat and 30 percent dark meat.

The five most popular ways to serve leftover turkey is as a sandwich, in stew, chili or soup, casseroles and as a burger.

Turkey has more protein than chicken or beef.

Turkeys will have 3,500 feathers at maturity.

Male turkeys gobble. Hens do not. They make a clucking noise.

Commercially raised turkeys cannot fly.

Turkeys have heart attacks. The United States Air Force was doing test runs and breaking the sound barrier. Nearby turkeys dropped dead with heart attacks.

A large group of turkeys is called a flock.

Turkeys have poor night vision.

It takes 75-80 pounds of feed to raise a 30 pound tom turkey.

A 16-week-old turkey is called a fryer. A five to seven month old turkey is called a young roaster.