Dentistry in Nepal

When you think of dentistry, you might think the job is all about scraping off years of plaque or drilling in eroded teeth, but as of late, the scope of dentistry is taking on a whole new look – literally. Cosmetic dentistry is altering ones' teeth and smile in order to achieve a more desirable aesthetic look while still maintaining health and functionality. Cosmetic dentistry is a fairly new concept in Nepal and many people still think the term exclusively applies to dentistry reserved to help the rich and famous bleach their teeth right into so-called perfection, yet the field entails so much more. In his new book, A Clinical Guide to Direct Cosmetic Restorations, Dr. Sushil Koirala, explains that cosmetic dentistry, also known as aesthetic dentistry, is "a form of art which requires vision to express possibilities and skill to meet the demands of a patient."  

Creating Beauty

Make-up artists are one of the underlying forces that drive the fashion industry, yet the spotlight is generally on the designers and the models. Make-up artists are the ones transforming and creating beauty through and through.
Most people do not consider it a real job, and therefore do not give much importance to it. But it is a job, which if done well can earn you big time money.
Sakil Kunwar, a freelance make-up artist, is just 17, but is among the best in Nepal. To do so well is no mean achievement, given so many others are striving for the same kind of success.
Says Sakil, "You can only become a make-up artist if you have an individual style and idea and know how to bring it across; otherwise you'll just be one of many."

Sakil adds, "I wanted to become involved in the beauty industry when I realised that beauty queens are not born, but are in fact groomed. Beauty pageants don't just mean ladies parading on a stage, but instead is a platform where young girls are transformed into all-round individuals. And a make-up artist has a big hand in the whole process."

New Gadget on The Block

Budget Friendly
Want to get someone a gift this season? But, are you also feeling the pinch in your pocket? Are you having second thoughts about a cell phone you want to buy? Well, allow us to help you. Given below are gadgets under 10,000, which despite the price are good and do deliver satisfaction.

2730 Nokia Classic
It is design, style and technology rolled up in one package. This cell phone has a decent camera, mp3 player and best of all it also has 3g services. It’s sleek and good looking and right in our price range.

Price: Rs 7,750
Available at: Paramount Electronics, Sherpa Mall, Durbar Marg, Kathmandu
Phone: 4227448

IPod Shuffle
Its style redefined. With the world constantly wanting smaller gadgets, the new IPod shuffle satisfies the world’s hunger like never before. Barely 2 inches tall, the IPod shuffle provides massive storage. At 2GB and 4GB, the shuffle warrantees awesome sound quality and durability. 

Price: Rs 6,400 for 2gb, Rs 8,500 for 4gb
Available at: Evo Store, Durbar Marg, Kathmandu
Phone: 4225486

Sony Ericsson W395
Walkman series = Good music. This cell phone also proves that Included with all the features that are normally in a cell phone, the Sony Ericsson W395 delivers what it promises: Good music and superior quality

Price: Rs 9,800
Available at: Virgin Mobile, Pako, New Road
Phone: 4260173

Westar Watches
Need a watch for him or her? Are you brand conscious? Do you want warranty that your watch will work fo ar long time? Then Westar watches are for you. Not only do they come in a variety of designs, they also come in low prices so that everyone can afford them

Price: Rs 6000 and up
Available at: Time Plus, Sherpa Mall, Durbar Marg, Kathmandu
Phone: 4239489

DMCLS 80 DM
The DMC-LS80 combines easy-to-use advanced functions and AA-battery operation convenience.  Lumix DC VARIO lens system with 3x optical zoom (equivalent to 33-100mm on a 35mm film camera) fits into its compact body and gives a clear, sharp image right to the edge of the picture. The CCD has been upgraded to 8.1-megapixel high resolution, so even after cropping, you will still have a high resolution picture. Adding to its flavor, is its intelligent mode that reduces blur and improves photo quality.

Price: Rs 9,100
Available at: Paramount Electronics, Sherpa Mall, Durbar Marg, Kathmandu
Phone: 4227448

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Middle Ground
When you are out and about gadget shopping, the first thing that you have in mind is obviously your budget. If not, then skip on to the next page. If you’re still here you’re probably looking for gadgets that cost a premium but don’t necessarily burn a hole in your pants. Here is an excellent choice of gadgets you can buy from between 10,000 to 30,000.

Samsung Monte S5620
For some time now, Samsung has been bringing unbelievably priced phones that are packed to the brim with features. This has effectively unsettled the giants, but we as customers couldn’t be happier. The Monte is another fine example of superb technology combined with cost-saving techniques. A 3” touchscreen, 3 megapixel camera, multitasking capability, GPS and WiFi are just some of the goodies the phone has to offer. Sadly, no games are pre-installed and it comes with just 200MB of internal memory.

Price: Rs14,900
Available at:  Virgin Mobile, Tamrakar Complex, Pako, New Road
Phone: 426017

IPod
Apple certainly can create mouth-watering delights. With every couple of thousand rupees more, you can get a better, higher-capacity and fancier-looking iPod. But it’s the essence of these devices that are a joy. Highly praised for their versatility, looks and user friendliness, everyone can and should get to enjoy an iPod.

Price: Nano 8GB Rs14,000, Nano 16 GB Rs17,500, iPodTouch 8GB Rs19,000, Touch
32GB Rs27,000, iPod Classic 160GB Rs24,000
Available at: EvoStore
Khichapokhari/ Sherpa Mall
Phone: 4225486
Neoteric Nepal
Golchha House, KhichaPokhari
Phone: 4250001

Sony Ericsson W995
What? A Walkman phone with an 8-megapixel camera? It’s a dream- a revolution, certainly. The W995 may well be one of the very last to bear the Walkman tag, and it seems appropriate as well, as this is not by any means ‘just’ a Walkman phone. The W995 has quad-band GSM, 3G, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm jack and GPS. Further, Sony Ericsson has decided to include an 8.1-megapixel camera, more usually the domain of Cyber-shot handsets; a mix-and-match that has followers in dreamland.

Price: Rs 25,000
Available at: Futuretech Pvt. Ltd. Ground Floor, Tamrakar Complex, Pako, New Road
Phone: 4215533, 4258222

Gadget for the Season

November 06, 2010

The gadget world certainly does throw in some really nice treats every few days. But here in Nepal, we hardly get a sniff of the latest and hippest gadgets that are apparently all the rave across the globe. Here are some gadgets that will make you drool and dream. And make you rush to your favorite gadget vendor demanding they import these beasts. After all, the customer is king!

Sennheiser earpieces
There are quite a few of us who want nothing more than to listen to our favorite songs over and over. Of course, we’re also looking for crisp sound and comfort. The tiresome travails in search of the best earphones/headphones could have been a lot shorter if we could lay our hands on some Sennheiser earpieces. The German company has been producing top-class consumer and high fidelity products including

microphones, headphones, telephony accessories, and avionics headsets for over 60 years. Many of their products are heftily priced, but I’m sure there’s quite a few among us who would be willing to comply, given that we receive perfect sound in return.

MPower Emergency Illuminator
To call it a “flashlight” would be the equivalent of calling a Rolex “just a watch”. The mPower Emergency Illuminator is the first mPower product available to consumers that offers Power On Command; a groundbreaking battery technology that provides power when and where you need it. Signature design, groundbreaking engineering and a battery shelf life of 20 years (yes, 20 years!) makes it a gadget aficionado’s dream. Its sexy look is attributed to engineering powerhouse Porsche Design Studio. In addition, a USB connection serves as a portable charger, powering electronic devices like cellular phones. Just a mere flashlight? I think not.

Samsung Galaxy P1000 Tablet
Rivals of the already iconic iPad are only too keen to target the tablet’s flaws, hence carving a competitive corner for themselves. One such company is Samsung, getting into the tablet business with the P1000.  At 190x 120x 11mm, it is noticeably smaller then the iPad, so it is easier on the pocket. And at 380g, it’s also feather-light comparatively. A 7” WSVGA LCD touchscreen graces the

Budget Gadget

Music Players
Rs 3,200 onwards
Now this looks like the real deal. Imitating a real iPod nano, this neat music player has 2GB of storage with 8 hours long battery life. It also behaves like the real thing and has a few extra games thrown right in to kill your time. Other extra includes a photo viewer, and it also supports video. Recommended only if you can't afford the real ones.

TV Phone
Rs 7,500
The Chinese sure knows how to create an all-in-one device and make it look tempting at the same time. Taking the innovation a step further is this little TV phone that has a built-in TV tuner, on top of a dual-SIM mobile phone. You also get an able communication device and other extras thrown in on the same package. Sounds like life is finally looking good without electricity.

Universal Remote for TV
Rs 120
It never hurt to have an extra remote control for your telly. The installation is a breeze and it supports more than 100 brands. The days of hiding the remote from you sister to watch your favorite sports are OVER!

Headrest 7inch screen
Rs 8,500
The 7-inch LCD screen in this headrest is pure class. The easy to install headrest rests ingeniously above the seat without taking any extra space. Whether you watch movies on it or connect it to your gaming console, the long, boring trip on the freeways will now be a thing of the past. It supports a myriad of connections and works on your car battery.

Jointech J-Pro Mini Laptop
Rs 16,000

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iPod

iPod shuffle

iPod's are 'the' player when it comes to purchasing a portable player. Ask anyone, and everybody wants an iPod and we're not surprised why. There are different kinds of iPod's you can purchase depending on your budget. You can go for the new Talking iPod Shuffle which costs Rs 8,500. iPod Nano is available in 8 and 16 GB costing Rs 15,000 and Rs 21,500. iPod Classic will cost you Rs 24,500 with memory up to a whooping 120 GB. Choose well!
Available at: Evo Store, Sherpa Mall, Durbar Marg
Sony

Sony's New Recorder

Sony has moved on from MP3's and the new 'in' thing are MP4 players. This all new MP4 player can hold up to 8 GB of music and will cost you Rs 25,500 but also available are the 2 and 4 GB for Rs 17,500 and Rs 18,500. You can also view movies or music videos to kill time during the load-shedding hours. Also, the new arrival of Sony recorders, are very handy for students. You can click a picture of your lecturer and save it along with the recording.
Available at: Sony Showroom, Kantipath

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