The chief component that gives the characteristic sweet, aromatic flavor to anise is anethole, the essential volatile oil present in the seeds. Other important compounds found in these seeds include estragol, p-anisaldehyde, anise alcohol, acetophenone, pinene and limonene.impinella anisum. Note its beautiful white color flowers arranged in umbels. Anise is a perennial herbal plant; generally, grows up to a height of about 2 feet. It bears white colored umbelliform flowers by July, and is harvested by cutting the whole plant once the seeds ripened.
What are Retainers and why are they so important? A retainer is a custom-made orthodontic device composed of clear plastic and metal wires. Retainers are designed to hold teeth in position after a patient has received orthodontic care such as braces. Retainers can also work after surgery has taken place to hold individual teeth in their location.
A message board for adults and older teens in dental braces or retainers, or who may undergo jaw surgery.