Dr. Myriam- The Dental Aesthetic Clinic

Category: Beauty and Fashion

  • Age 53: say “Prunes” not “cheese”

    hello ladies! wondering how to do pout lips when your fifty and beyond?

    say ” PRUNES” 🙂

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    Any suggestions?

     

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  • How to wear Spring’s colorful trend when you are 50 and beyond?

    I have a conference to attend in less than two weeks…you bet I’m in a shopping mood! But how can I wear all those colorful dresses? Lemon Zest yellow, emerald green, Monaco blue,nectarine orange? Shall I stay with white and black stripes?… What?… no problem? Come on, I am fifty-three years old! 😦

    It seems that fashion industry forgot that there are women beyond fifties who are still working and loving every shopping moment. I have suffered enough to choose my jeans, those dreadful lowest hipsters where I hold my breath so as not to show my bulging tummy 🙂  Oh well, let us be brave ladies!

    My fashion mind says, YES you can! all you have to do is choose the color that will match your skin tone. After all women today are more flexible, more resilient and yes! we will survive the trend. Isn’t it enough to say “no”to every dinner invitation because you wanted to have those jeans? Life is too short to say “no”, enjoy every moment, enjoy every fashion, you will never know what you gonna wear when your six feet below the ground.

    Well, let me show you what color I choose this spring time:

    White trouser looks better, dont you think?
    White trouser looks better, dont you think?

       Tips:      

     1) Choose colors that match your skin tone.

    2) Mix and match, gone are the days when you have the same colors from head to foot.

    3) If you can’t find the right color of dress, accessorize with bright colors.

    4) Conquer your fear of color, be trendy who cares if your fifty and beyond, just add your “POISE”!

    loving the white lace skirt, paired with shades of blue silk top
    loving the white lace skirt, paired with shades of blue silk top

    So ladies, Let’s go…shoppingggg!!!

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  • Abaya – a trend in fashion 2012 collections

    Abaya is a long loose black robe traditionally worn by Muslim women.I have seen the evolution of the design from 1987 to the present. When I first came to Saudi Arabia, Abaya is not a must for non-Muslim foreigner to wear in public. We usually go out in public with modest dresses , blouse and trouser. We started to wear abaya and tarha in public during Gulf war. At first, I refused to wear black, so I wore blue abaya then dark brown until later on, I wore the traditional black abaya and tarha (black headscarf). I also got used wearing it, that sometimes when I’m out of KSA, i felt naked on the first day without wearing abaya.. strange but I guess its true!

    With in recent years, a lot of fashionable Abaya became a trend in public. Different fabrics and colorful design for teenagers, embroidered and tailored with swarovski elements for women. I have different kinds of Abayas, I have abaya for daily use, for party, for meetings and for fishmarket. My friend has abaya according to what shoes she is wearing, whether its high-heeled or flat shoes.

    Today, we went to a Lebanese abaya-maker, we wanted something different and practical to wear.

    model: lyn

    This abaya has no opening on the front, you wear it like a shirt, and it looks like its tailored like a butterfly.

    model: malou

    A very practical abaya with a hood at the back, and well arm fitted sleeves.

    model:mimi

    Another design with two pockets on each side.

    models: mimi-lyn-malou

    a good colored combination of black and grey, black and blue

    So ladies, which abaya do you like?

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  • Age 52: How to turn a simple mom’s dress to a classy one!

    Hello single ladies! its been awhile…well, as usual got caught up with a very busy schedule. Yesterday, i got a ” herbench” dress from my loving husband.It’s simple but so comfy and sexy too! Thanks dad!

    Though i am not comfortable wearing it in public,My son took a few shots of how can I be comfortable on it.

    do you know? ur knees can give away your age?

    Do you know?if your face doesn’t show you’re fifty and above, your knees and back of the hand will give your age away! Who cares? I have reached this age and no one would dare ..would you hahahahaha 🙂

    From simple to demure to classy mom

    Ok ladies, i’m back, i’ll be posting about beauty and fashion without spending much, i bet your husband is smiling hmmmm no way…. go shopping and enjoy!

    dress – herbench, flat sandal- berkinstock,shoes-aldo, top -Coast (white) – Zara (blue)

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  • Age 52: how to lose 5 kilos in one month

    good job!

    Having a goal… like to fit in a dress that you really like to wear helps a lot on your determination to lose weight. It’s not easy but it’s not difficult too!

    I started just walking for an hour, once a week with my good friends, then cut my carbohydrates, CUT means not to remove the rice immediately rather, I ate rice about three times a week. I ate brown bread instead of white bread.

    I ate fruits and vegetables more than red meat then after a week, i started treadmill (20 minutes), play x-box kinect for an hour, dumbbell for 10 minutes ( 3 kls each) Hence, I didn’t have time in the morning, i did it before bedtime.

    After two weeks, i totally remove the rice in my diet. My breakfast consists of: cereal or brown bread with hallumi cheese , fruit and coffee. Lunch and dinner: vegetable salad and chicken only. No carbonated drinks , only water and tea. In between meals, I ate almond nuts and drink coffee or tea.

    Once a week , every Thursday is a cheat day, my son and I enjoy going to restaurant and have full meal but… take note..we had most of the time GRILLED food and a lots of salad , and indulge in sweetness too (small portion) just to satisfy my palate of nice food.

    So ladies, the trick???…no carbs, exercise regularly and cheat once a week and walla! 5 kilos in one month! i don’t intend to lose more than 5 kilos, so I would just keep it up with regular exercise and a balanced diet.

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  • Age 52: What to wear?

    I’m attending a big Royal wedding on 28th of October, I call it “ROYAL” because the bride is my “big boss” first daughter. I knew her when she was seven years old. The wedding will be  held at the Jordan Valley Marriott resort which is located at the eastern shore of the Dead Sea.

    Attending wedding in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is a big deal for me, looking for a gown with matching shoes and bag,not to mention the jewelries that goes with the attire..oh my! then going to salon to make your hair and make up… whoahh! RSVP sorry ma’am can’t make it , wish you all the best!

    However, I can’t say no this time, this is my sweet little girl who doesn’t let go of my hand the first time we met in 1987. So, off to go to Amman, Jordan.

    Alright, I have to look dignified doctor (this is the comment of the bride’s father) ouch! what do you think of my fashion style, a way too young or you can’t relate hahahaha just kidding! anyhow, here are some dresses that I am thinking to wear. Help me out ladies!

  • The power of SMILE

    feeling young at 52

    My earlier blog (re-post) was about Botox and Filler and not everyone was amused about the idea. I am not surprised nor I would disagree …its a matter of personal opinion and decision after all, Beauty is on the eyes of the beholder.

    As a Cosmetic Dentist, I would also like to recommend routine oral prophylaxis (cleaning), bleaching (if needed) and porcelain laminates veneer to enhance and rejuvenate your smile.Well, with all the prices soaring high not everyone can afford that “Hollywood smile”. Nevertheless, maintaining a good Oral hygiene is a must for everyone!

    However, If you really think about it, one of the natural anti-aging remedy is to SMILE.

    Come on! try the power of smile…try! I mean now..while you’re reading this… from ear to ear, how do you feel? feeling good? yeah! if it feels good it must be good and real and keep it up because that’s the new anti aging remedy. Not expensive and very natural.

    http://www.skintreatmentguide.org/smile-anti-aging-remedies.html

    One way of performing an anti aging skin treatment is by consuming foods that contain high fiber and wearing products that contain a high amount of antioxidant substances. This is true!, I’ve been using Vitamin C on my face every night  since i got Pearl laser and its improving a lot better.(my next topic)

    a complete set of beautiful teeth will make you more younger looking

    There is one other simple thing that can be used as an anti aging remedy — a smile. When we smile or laugh, the face conducts an active movement. Smiling or laughing can be called facial gymnastics. If we do intentionally smile or laugh when we see something funny, the movement of the facial muscles during smiling or laughing helps reduce wrinkles, lines and other aging symptoms.

    icon smile Smile Anti Aging Remedies

    Smiling requires less effort than frowning, it also requires less muscles …I would rather have wrinkle as a result of smiling than frowning!  Stress…stresss… everyday, the demand of work for working women are just enormous to handle , work home …clinic…home again. No helper..no helping husband huh! And for those who are staying at home , four corners of the wall with loads of laundry, cooking, cleaning..a never ending stories , husband comes home..where’s dinner? huh! get him out  and eat outside.. a family dinner for all. why not? If he is tired working outside..you’re also tired working inside your home.. you both deserves pampering at times. And if money is an issue, well you can set up dinner at home and let him wash the dishes hehehehe.

    which one shows your smile more? eyes or mouth?

    The easiest way to get old… is to take in all the stresses of everyday’s life specially women…we always worry about the future of our children…work load (either home or office) even the daily thought of preparing food, worries us and of course…husbands escapades. True or false? hmmmm don’t give me that look! I am pretty sure…you know what I mean!

    Sophie Defensor -Victoria @ 49 yrs.old (full smile and pretty!)

    Do you realize sometimes that when you look at the mirror, at times you are so pretty? (meaning happy life) but at times you’re so ugly? (meaning under stress).

    Tips: when you wake up in the morning, look at  the mirror ,(don’t look at your snoring husband) 🙂 unless he is really that good-looking in bed lol! SMILE and say good morning to yourself. Just try…believe everyday that this day will be a better day than yesterday!

    Don’t worry about dieting, enjoy the food but don’t forget to do your daily exercise. I rather be a chubby healthy (and look more younger) than a very skinny (and look older).

    Do something that you enjoy doing, or try something different and discover the joy of learning new things. I recently learned how to play x-box kinect games, and had fun with my kids. At times, it’s good to do the things that young people do and laugh at your mistakes, it will surely make your day!

    Don’t feel sorry about yourself if your husband/partner look at other woman, take it as a challenge, take it from Jinkee Pacquiao, instead of being depressed, she improves herself and she’s a winner! I don’t believe in married man who made excuses to have extra-marital relationship, (unfair!). Men who love to “drink” and sleep with prostitutes are more disgusting and degrading. I  also don’t believe in women who cried and pursue their man, this will just make them 10 years older! and when your old and ugly, you think he will come back? NO! or will you find another one? a double NOoooo… huh! they will all run away from you hahaha. 🙂

    Remember,” Smile and the world will smile at you, cry and you will cry alone”

    so, ladies keep on smiling ….Cheers! ^-^

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  • Poison me… feel better…??? Journal (repost)

    Poison me…feel better…??? journal August 7,2010

    Saturday, August 7, 2010 at 5:03pm
    wrinkles

    Poison me…feel better…???
    Mirror…mirror on the wall…Why do I have all this lines in my face? Well, my dear…this is the sign of aging process either within the norm or under stress. Every line represents your daily stresses in life…work…family…Husband/wife…children and money.

    I have a patient today, her glabella (the space between eyebrows on the front) has a deep crease (wrinkle) that even she doesn’t make an effort to squint, it is still visible. Her husband is not happy that I will inject poison(?) on her face to erase that mark. The wife argues that she got her wrinkle from him and she claimed he is the poison in her life. Gosh!

     Keep holding the mirror…I bet few would agree with her, lol!Why poison? What is Botox? • Botox® (Botulinum Toxin Type-A, Allergan, Inc., Irvine, CA) is supplied as a sterile, preservative-free, vacuum dried powder consisting of 100 units of Clostridium botulinum toxin, 0.5 mg human albumin, and 0.9 mg of sodium chloride.Botulinum toxin, a potent neurotoxin produced by Clostridium botulinum. Yes, the same bacterium that can cause food poisoning! Clostridium botulinum is a Gram-positive, rod-shaped bacterium that produces neurotoxins known as botulinum neurotoxins types A-G, which causes flaccid muscular paralysis seen in botulism, and is also the main paralytic agent in botox.

    OMG! Your frown lines would not only disappear…hahahaha you will also disappear forever…lol!Kidding aside…Is there any danger of botulism from BOTOX Cosmetic™?

    No. Given by a trained Doctor in the correct amount, there is no danger of botulism from BOTOX Cosmetic™. Botulism is caused by very large amounts of the toxin in the system usually from eating contaminated food. Very high doses, often 100 times more than would normally be used, would have to be injected to cause harm.

    The dose is very minimal, very superficial like mosquito bites. The effect can be seen after 3- 4 days.
    Botulinum toxin type A is purified into a protein that blocks the release of acetylcholine. The effects are 100% reversible but Botox® typically lasts for a few months. The effect of Botox® is to temporarily weaken overactive muscles.

    poison me…feel better! part 2 journal august 8, 2010

     Sunday, August 8, 2010 at 5:34pm
     
    Ladies and Gentlemen…Yes why not? Gentlemen…Having nice body and nice faces are not only for ladies…It’s also for men. Why men are so demanding that their ladies should maintain their figure and beauty? …While men can maintain their big tummy and wrinkles???? Why?? (This call for another blog lol!)
     
    Now…grab your mirror again…what do you see? Any lines? Horizontal, vertical and diagonal …Hmmmm… a couple maybe! Hahahaha the more you look at the mirror the more prominent the lines are…
    keep holding and look…just look at yourself without any emotions.
    Nasolabial fold (line from the side of the nose to the corner of the mouth) this is “SMILE LINE” if this gets deeper than usual… you need derma filler (I will discuss later what the difference between a filler and Botox)…keep smiling… tell yourself… You’re beautiful!!… Indeed! Big Smile pls!
    If you find your teeth darker than usual, consider cleaning, bleaching or veneer. If the alignment is not good, you have deep bite…then consider braces…if you have cavities, restore it and if your gum looks so reddish and puffy then you need to treat that first…If you have gummy smile, be happy…imagine yourself 10 years from now…it will just be fine. And if you don’t have budget…come on pat yourself at the back…everyone will grow old.:-) Why your lines get deeper? As I mentioned earlier on my previous notes, as we age, our skin sag, like it goes down vertically… now keep smiling… do you see a line at the corner of your eyes?Crow’s feet (tiny lines around the outer corner of the eyes that’s branch out) some people think its wrinkle and some people thinks its shows wisdom. Ahhhh…I rather show my knowledge and skills in actions not in wrinkle. Lol!Marionette lines ( lines from the corner of your mouth to jaw line)

    Now, try to move your eyebrows up and down, try to look angry, in pain, worried and sad. What do you see? Lines..lines..lines… hahahahaha …I bet you want to buy a new mirror…be cool!

    Glabella line (do you see number 11 in between your eyebrow, in the middle of your nose bridge?) how about horizontal lines across your forehead (Frontal lines)..

    I bet… if you can see me now..you would tell me ..jamilamimi please stop, you’re not helping.. lol! this is the reality, whether you like it or not, we will have these  lines,remember, I am trying to explain this as simple as I can and as painless as I can….

    next..do you really need to remove all these lines of aging?

    Poison me..Feel better( Part 3) journal August 9, 2010

    on Monday, August 9, 2010 at 9:05pm
     
    Who wanted to be young and beautiful? Itaas ang mga paa!!! (put your feet up :-)) Hahahaha…Mirror, oh my mirror who are the fairest of them all… of course lahat kaming single ladies!
    Scoop: Cosmetic Dentistry plus Botox cosmetic and derma filler…guaranteed to make you 10-15 years younger!What is the difference between Botox and derma filler?Botox cosmetic- works by relaxing the muscles, thus preventing wrinkles and smoothing out lines.
    Botox is a safe-to-use bacterial toxin which, when injected into the facial muscles in minute quantities, relaxes the muscles and effectively improves the appearance of wrinkles that are caused by the movement of these muscles. Dermal fillers -Dermal fillers s(ie. restylane) are based on a degradable hyaluronic acid in the form of a clear gel. This gel is injected into the skin to create volume, smooth out wrinkles and restore fullness to lips. Due to its degradable nature, dermal fillers also need to be injected regularly.
    Botox and dermal filler can be used together.I have seen patient who had botox and dermal filler in her lips done by dermatologist but her dentist didn’t do a good job on her teeth.It’s just depressing to even look at her mouth.I would suggest that before you do any rejuvenation procedure, check out your teeth first, then your gums and then your skin and if you need any enhancement, removing few lines then go ahead with botox or filler or a combination of both.
    Don’t even attempt to change YOU… some people wants to erase all the lines in their face that they forget their neck…(though it can be treated now) and you can’t even know whether they are smiling or just being stoic .

    And some wants to have Angelina Jolie lips, Marilyn Monroe eyebrow, Mix and match! it just doesn’t work most of the time.

    To put volume on your lips (don’t use too much filler) but do your teeth first. Imagine yourself, with a pouty lips but when you smile..yakksss..the teeth looks horrible..it doesn’t make sense.

    Your frontal lines and glabella lines are the easiest lines to remove but you still want people to recognize whether you are mad or not, so I suggest..don’t overdo it..

    And you have to be very careful, botox can lift your eyebrow, if you don’t want your eyebrow lifted, just tell your doctor and if ever you ask for it, make sure it is balance on both sides.

    Summary of therapeutic and cosmetic of Botox and derma filler:

    -Blepharospasm (abdnormal twitching (winking) of eyelids)

    -Cervical Dystonia (painful contraction of neck muscles)

    -Hyperhydrosis of the axillae ( kili-kiling palaging pawis)

    -TMD (Temporomandibular disorder) clenching teeth, grinding (bruxism)

    -gummy smile (too much showing of the gum when in full smile)

    – Wrinkles, eyebrow lift

    – add volume to lips

    Well ladies, are you still holding your mirror? If you’re happy on what you see, don’t think about it..
    YOU are the most important…of what you feel about yourself, not your husband, not your friends but yourself.. If you can look at the mirror everyday and be satisfied of what you see…BE HAPPY!

    If you still want to rejuvenate…be a better version of yourself!

    Cheers!

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  • Dare to correct mom’s fashion?…NO way!

    Have you ever look at the magazines how model looks like and dream that you look like them too? When was that? when you were 16? 20? 30? or maybe when you’re in 40’s! What about when you’re fifty and beyond? Oh my! My lips are sealed… but there are ladies who can still show off and doesn’t care what other people says! BE HAPPY! And there are ladies who still keep up their coca-cola bodies, why not? go for it! CHEERS! Of course, there are ladies who are not so lucky but still can pulled it off…it’s not magic but it’s POISED!

    How about looking at the mannequin , it seems all clothes that’s on display looks fabulous! Indeed! The reasons it looks good on them…is because of their body and flawless skin. They are after all, mannequins!

    got my point?

    I bought an exact pants and shirt that I found in “MANGO” catalog and tried the pose…., got my point? I know, you would say…you look fine!Really? ( i can see you laughing) NO… NO! I wont wear it like that, I won’t go out with my shirt tacked in my pants, otherwise, I’ll die because I’m holding my breath 🙂

    I don’t know why “MANGO” jeans has no section for ladies beyond fifty, all jeans got low waist and hug on thighs.The roads are too lumpy and bumpy ,hellooo? What about the flair one? oh yeah, if you’re long-legged, maybe… or you can wear a high-heel shoes and it will look good too.

    What about dress? Let’s try” CORTEFIEL”… I like their style, simple and yet elegant and comfortable too! Can beautybeyondfifty wears mini-skirt? How old is too old to wear mini-skirt? Does your knees stands the test of time? Have you noticed? if age doesn’t show on your face, it does show on other part of the body like… your neck…back of your hand …and your knees.

    I like White..simple!

    I choose white dress, not too short and not too long, just a little bit above the knees. If you want to look casual but smart, try to match it with shoe wedges ..or if you want to look more business style, you can top it with a blazer or scarf and a closed high heel shoes, just be careful not to break your leg or your back.

    Ladies, whatever you want to wear… be comfortable with it and your grace be with it, after all you deserve the best!

    ♥ ♥ ♥ HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY TO ALL! ♥ ♥ ♥

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  • behind the scenes…the KISS principle

    Have you ever wonder what the big fuss behind the scenes?

    Make-up! I am not a big fan of putting make up neither I am an expert on that nor did I go to school to learn how to do it. I can place a veneer on one tooth for thirty minutes and Walla!

     

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    make up I used for pictorial

    To apply makeup and look good in the picture is different..it took me an hour for a simple make up. I always follow the KISS (keep it super simple) principles. Especially with ladies beyond fifty, a simple dark brown eye liner, mascara and a touch of lipstick will do in most of the regular days. Evening affair, i prefer to have a little boldness, a darker eye shadow and black eyeliner, mascara and a red lips. I like people to see their enhanced beauty not the make up.

    Accessories…yes! To find earrings, necklace etc. that will go with the dress is also time-consuming, unless you have a bunch in your drawers to select with, otherwise improvise is the key! Mix and match will do! A simple top shirt with a little of scarf will do a trick.

    Shoes yes! shoes will do great even though your pictorial is only half body, it will position your shoulder and straighten your back.

    The interview is always fun! It’s interesting to note, ladies beyond fifty still discovering things for themselves, simple questions that sometimes you are surprise how to answer it because you haven’t thought about it yet. Sometimes you learn from the questions itself rather than the answer.Try to ask yourself  too, in this way, you will appreciate the beauty within, discover how you act and will react in certain questions.

    The photo shoots…i love it! the pose, the glamour, the experience of being a part of art photography, how the lighting affects the outcome of the photos is interesting! It may seem simple but the “it’ factor is undeniable. To me, photography is an art of observation, anyone can take photos but the art of doing it, the art of  taking the angle and the outcome will speaks for itself.

    I am always trilled to learn something new, this keeps me going and keep my age behind. ha ha ha its like “catch me if you can!”

    Believe it or not, this is taking my stress out, I am doing something that both of my sons and their friends are enjoying too (hope so:-), keeping my fingers crossed). I also enjoy the company and the art of practicing make over  he he he its make up over not smile make over.

    oh well! I am on my third interview, got to make an appointment for pictorial.

    Do visit this site soon!

    Remember..KISS… (keep it super simple)