Monthly Archives: June 2017

Jun 23 2017

Surprising things that your dentist knows

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When your dentist looks inside your mouth, there are a lot of things that they can tell you straight away. For instance, they know that you flossed before your appointment and that is the only time! You cannot fool your dentist, and you can find out what else they can tell about your oral hygiene from looking in your mouth by reading several dental-related articles online. However, the health of your mouth can also tell your dentist about other potential health risks that you may have.

Heart Disease

Believe it or not, your dentist can tell whether you are going to be prone to heart disease by looking at the state of your gums. It is worth your time and effort to see your dentist regularly, and you can find a dentist on the Gold Coast, or anywhere else throughout the country, quickly and with ease when you use the internet. If you have inflamed and red gums and a dry mouth, then there could be a risk of heart disease which your dentist will warn you about and instruct you to see your doctor.

Sleep Apnoea

Sleep Apnoea is often caused by breathing issues while you are asleep, which can prevent you from getting a restful sleep at night. Prolonged sleep deprivation can have a significant effect on your overall health, but there are sometimes things that your dentist can do to assist you. Special equipment which includes lasers and other tools can be used to help keep the airways clear and let you get some restful sleep.

Low Weight Babies

It is often found that women that have poor oral hygiene can also be prone to giving birth to underweight babies. If you are pregnant, you should maintain a high standard of oral hygiene and visit your dentist regularly.

Dementia

Dementia is another condition which is often seen in people with poor oral hygiene. Although it may not be a direct cause of the condition, it is a side effect which can be seen and give an indication of their health, especially if their oral health has always been in previously.

Diabetes

If you have excessive weight loss, constantly dry mouth, and unresolved periodontal disease, these can be the symptoms of underlying issues such as diabetes. With regular health checks with your doctor and oral examination by your dentist, you can help to spot the early warning signs and prevent the condition from becoming life threatening.

If you eat a healthy balanced diet, exercise regularly, and also maintain a high level of oral hygiene, you can help to make sure that you are healthy for a long time to come. Regular visits to your dentist will not only give you an indication of the health of your teeth but also your health overall. So if you want to remain healthy and keep your teeth shining and white, take good care f yourself and pay regular visits to your dentist. Prevention is always better than the cure, and with a little effort, you can keep your smile healthy for a long time to come.

 

 

Jun 15 2017

The Live Casino Experience with Casino Euro

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My partner Craig is a Sky Sports addict and there’s only so much French Ligue 1 I can watch without grabbing my laptop and looking for a distraction. Playing casino games online is just one of the things I’ll do to relax when Craig is monopolising the tv. We love going down to our local casino on date nights, but sadly, since moving away from our family, finding a babysitter is easier said than done. Playing online means I get all the thrill of a live casino without having to dress for the occasion or fork out on bar bills or taxis.

For the last week, I’ve been checking out Casino Euro. Specialising in live & traditional casino action, poker and slots, it’s got everything I need to get my adrenaline pumping. Whether I’m logging on for a quick 10 minutes to reward myself for surviving the children’s bedtime routine, or giving myself a little treat on a Friday night, Casino Euro has all my favourite games, plus a whole heap of new ones to try.

So just why should you pick Casino Euro?

First up, it’s well worth pointing out the generous new member offer. Make your first deposit and they’ll double it with bonus money (up to £200) - effectively doubling your playing time. Welcome offers are high up on my list when choosing a new site as you often need a good few hours game play to really get to know a site.

Once you’ve got yourself an account they’ll then email through various deposit promos, offers and competitions to take advantage of; not enough to inundate you, but certainly enough to remind you to drop in and have a quick play. Speaking of competitions, Casino Euro currently have 4 luxury spa weekends to be won when you opt-in and deposit a total amount of £30 or more.

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Accounts are dead easy to set up - all you’ll need is an email address, home address, DOB (of course, users must be 18 to join) and a phone number. You won’t be badgered for your bank details beforehand, so you can sign up and take a look around before you make a deposit. For your peace of mind, you can also set deposit limits and set your email preferences upon registering.

The Live Casino Experience with Casino Euro

Once you’re in, a whole host of goodies await you. There’s a live casino lounge, brimming with all your casino favourites, including blackjack, baccarat, roulette and poker (standard, plus French and speed variations too). I usually pop in here throughout the day and the croupiers are fun and friendly and welcome you to the room by name when you “sit down” - nice touch. They’ll also give you advice if you ask for it (there’s a private messaging facility between you and the dealer), and there’s a nice mix of high and low energy dealers that will switch tables every 30 mins or so to keep things fresh. As you might expect from Casino Euro, there are also foreign language tables if you’re not playing in the UK.

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If you haven’t played live casino before and are wondering what you might expect, you play live action games with a real dealer - don’t worry though, they can’t see you so you don’t need a face full of slap to sit down and play! Trust me you’ll still find yourself answering their questions aloud and smiling at them when you win though - it does feel very authentic.

You’ll also find all your usual slot-faves such as Starburst, Rainbow Riches and Book of Dead, nestled in among some fresh slot content. I like how most of the games have low stake options if you’re killing off your balance before depositing again. The range of jackpot slots are also incredibly tempting, again with both low, medium and high stakes options. If you are unsure how to play, hit the information icon for an explanation of how to win.

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Graphics-wise, the lobbies are pop-up-free and easy to navigate. You will need flash to run the games, but this means no buffering and HD options should your laptop have the capability. No laptop? No worries. There’s an app for iPhone and android, with all the functionality of the laptop/PC version. This works perfectly for me as I’ll often play outside during the day but my broadband signal doesn’t quite stretch to the back of my garden.

There’s also some neat functionality built into the site; clever but obvious, yet often missed on other casino sites. I like how you can constantly check on the progress of your bonuses and any wagering requirements, even during live play. This is so helpful, especially when you’ve embedded yourself at a table and don’t want to give up your seat. There is also live chat available should you need a hand registering, depositing or withdrawing. Having used sites before without live chat, I can honestly say I wouldn’t bother again - it’s nice to check on the progress of your withdrawal when you’re waiting on a big win!

I’d definitely recommend checking Casino Euro out if you fancy a change from your usual online casino, or if you’re over 18 and would like to try your luck for the first time. Whether you’re checking in with a latte or glass of wine, Casino Euro is a reputable and friendly site that with which to kick off your day or evening. Just be sure you do not spend what you cannot afford, and understand that gambling should never be considered as a way to make money.

* Gamble responsibly. Gambling is not a way of earning money. If you are concerned about your gambling or affected by someone else’s gambling, please contact GambleAware or GamCare for help.

 

 

 

Jun 6 2017

Ways to keep a relationship strong

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I don’t pretend to know everything about relationships, but Craig and I are pretty tight as a couple. The secret to our relationship is trial and error - as in all those years pre “us” were spent trialling and erroring (dating, making mistakes and testing the boundaries), and now we both know what we can (and can’t) expect of one another. Things aren’t always perfect - we disagree on politics, he snores, and I’m a utter bitch after a few glasses of white wine - but we never go to bed on an argument, and he’s still my favourite person on the planet.

It’s true that relationships require constant work. That doesn’t mean you have to be consistently hyper-aware though, it just means that prolonged periods of complacency will wind up in you reactivating your Tinder account. Although none of us know what is around the corner, it definitely pays to follow a few guiding principles for a sustainable relationship:

Learn to listen to each other

Sounds so simple, but this is where I’ve gone wrong so many times in the past. I’m a pretty strong character, and impatient to a fault. Although I’m often two steps ahead in a conversation, and three in a row, I have learned to shut my gob and listen to Craig. I’m glad I have, as simply talking through our finances or any personal challenges we might be experiencing does seem to make them better. Some of the best ideas we’ve ever had have come about through talking endlessly and mulling things over, together.

Respect one another

Respecting the opinion of your other half even when you don’t agree with it can be tougher than you think. If we take the upcoming general election as an example, Craig and I both have some pretty strong ideas that are at definite odds with one another. He’ll be voting for Mrs Mayhem this year whereas I’m, albeit reluctantly, voting for Corbyn. Even if I can’t get onboard with his thinking, I’ll always respect his opinion. That, or else I’ll push it way out of my mind and hope everyone else has better sense than him on Thursday! All joking aside, I just tell myself that there is nothing too big to overcome - no matter how huge the disagreement, there will be another one in a few days and this one will simply pale into insignificance. I’d be dead bored if we agreed on everything.

Surprise each other

Even those celebrating golden anniversaries are bound to have been frustrated with each other at some point. Although it’s a pretty extreme way of looking at life, I try to remind myself that familiarity breeds contempt. I apply to this to most aspects of my life to ensure I live life to the fullest. Tokens don’t have to be huge, a quickly scrawled post-it note left on his dashboard, or a clandestine weekend away every 6 months tends to keep things ticking over.

Craig is pretty good at this too. If I’ve texted him at work to tell him that the kids are at each other’s throats and I’m seconds away from dialling the children’s home, he’ll turn up after work with a bottle of something and take over parenting duties for a few hours. Even if you have to deal with an emotionally unavailable girl like me, there are ways to force a reaction. I can always rely on the restorative power of gin to make a bad day better.

Trust your partner

I always cringe when I see couples force each other to take lie detectors on Jeremy Kyle. Some of those stories are incredulous - with men smelling their girlfriends underwear, and women honey-trapping their own husbands. Although the average paranoid couple won’t be so tv-worthy, distrust in all its various guises is a relationship-killer. This means that you shouldn’t surreptitiously check your partner’s phone, or consider a password reset as a major red flag. If you, or he, wanted to cheat, you’d find a way to do so - and it most probably wouldn’t involve Snapchat.

Dating and…er… couple-time

When you have kids it can be hard to find the time to enjoy each other on your own. Just remember that a date night doesn’t always have to involve a table-for-two. When you’re in a long-term relationship, even a quick trip to B&Q to buy white emulsion whilst the kids are at their nan’s is time spent together. Make these moments count by not sweating the small stuff. I make it my mission to flirt with Craig, every day, at every possible opportunity - even if I’m in one of his old work shirts wielding a paint brush.

Life is just too short to spend a second of it in an unhappy relationship. If you’re over-anxious or resentful about your partner, create a plan yet be prepared to leave should it fail. Relationships should be fulfilling and well, for want of a better word, easy. If any of the above doesn’t come naturally to either of you, then don’t be afraid to ask the world for more.

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