How to Use pearly whites in a Sentence

pearly whites

plural noun
  • Once in the shelter’s care, she was found to be mostly healthy but in need of dental surgery to get her pearly whites in tip-top shape.
    The Republic, The Arizona Republic, 21 Apr. 2023
  • Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck did more than just flash their pearly whites on Monday night.
    Kirsty Hatcher, Peoplemag, 13 June 2023
  • Mention their names and Washington flashes the pearly whites.
    Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 10 Apr. 2024
  • Beyond showing off your pearly whites, body language goes a long way when flirting.
    Alexis Jones, Women's Health, 4 May 2023
  • Many people strive for pearly whites, but oral hygiene isn’t just about cosmetics.
    Lacey Muinos, Health, 11 Dec. 2023
  • Kids learn how to follow instructions, as well as best practices for brushing and flossing the real pearly whites in their mouths.
    Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 8 Nov. 2023
  • After all, achieving and maintaining healthy pearly whites requires extra-diligent care, and these handy tools are sure to get the job done.
    Lauren Dana Ellman, Allure, 12 July 2023
  • Not only will their breath be fresh, but their pearly whites will gleam too thanks to the six-point shape that allows for effective plaque removal in hard-to-reach areas.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 29 Jan. 2023
  • Aside from lifting stains and achieving brighter pearly whites from home, the best reason to use teeth whitening strips is their convenience factor.
    Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 31 Aug. 2023
  • Regardless of design, the best baby toothbrushes are soft, simple to use, and withstand the gnawing of tiny pearly whites.
    Christin Perry, Parents, 6 June 2024
  • Maybe that video thumbnail showing off Donaldson’s pearly whites instead of his uvula will help.
    Wes Davis, The Verge, 23 Sep. 2023
  • While string floss does the trick, go ahead and try any one of the best water flossers to mix up your routine and, hey, maybe even motivate yourself to get a little more up close and personal with your pearly whites.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Apr. 2024
  • The six-point form enables efficient plaque removal in difficult-to-reach locations, so not only will their breath be fresh, but their pearly whites will shine too.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 1 July 2023
  • There are studies that prove a set of gleaming pearly whites is a measurable social and professional advantage.
    Hannah Baxter, Allure, 9 Mar. 2023
  • Sure, her nails probably weren't directly influenced by the timeless coffees of Dunkins everywhere, but the iced coffee color is a fun departure from her usual pearly whites and pinks.
    Kara Nesvig, Allure, 25 June 2024
  • However, the tetracycline and doxycycline families of antibiotics have been found to cause discoloration in babies' teeth after the fourth month of pregnancy because these meds affect the calcification—or the hardening—of their pearly whites.
    Richard H. Schwarz, Parents, 23 Aug. 2023

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