WALKING THE WALK A Hygienist’s Journey With Invisalign
Do you remember your childhood role model? Was it the pitcher on your favorite baseball team? The actress in your favorite movie? Your big brother? Your third-grade teacher who taught you reading could be fun? Role models can greatly influence us throughout our lifetimes. The best role models inspire us to be better by setting good examples themselves. When it comes to caring for our teeth, we at A+ Family Dentistry strive to set good examples for our patients. This is exactly what our hygienist, Berenice, did when she decided to start treatment with Invisalign.
“One of my front teeth used to stick out, and it really bothered me,” Berenice says. “But I also wanted to be a role model for my patients. If I wanted to set a good example, I needed to take the leap and start treatment.” Berenice’s treatment lasted just over a year, which is the average amount of time for an adult case. She reports that her daily routine didn’t change too much. The biggest challenge was remembering to wear her aligners and trying not to lose them. This is a common struggle patients can have when they first start Invisalign treatment, but staying dedicated to the treatment is key to obtaining an ideal outcome.
“I love my new teeth and smile. Having straight teeth helps with my confidence. I freely smile in pictures now and don’t worry about that tooth sticking out,” Berenice will tell you. “I love to show off my smile to my patients. After doing Invisalign myself, I can confidently recommend my patients do it, too!” If you have ever felt self-conscious about your smile or hidden your teeth in pictures, now is the time to try Invisalign for yourself! Set up a consultation today by calling 619-831‑8832 in San Diego and 858‑842‑5850 in Poway. We would be happy to show you how Invisalign can transform your smile — and your life!
ZESTY ZUCCHINI ENCHILADAS
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For a lighter take on enchiladas, go carb-free by swapping tortillas for zucchini!
Ingredients
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4 large zucchini
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2 teaspoons chili powder
1 tablespoon olive oil or ghee
3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups shredded cheese
1 cup prepared enchilada sauce
2 teaspoons cumin
Directions
1. Heat oven to 350 F. In a large skillet, heat oil. Add onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder, and salt to taste. Stir to combine. Add chicken and 1 cup prepared enchilada sauce. 2. Use vegetable peeler to thinly slice zucchini. Lay out three slices, slightly overlapping, and spoon chicken
mixture on top. Roll the zucchini “tortilla” and place on baking sheet. Repeat until all zucchini and chicken is used. 3. Cover the enchiladas with remaining sauce and sprinkle with cheese. Bake 20 minutes, and enjoy!
Adapted from delish.com.
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