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For the vast majority of people, the time they spent in their teenage years can be summed up in one word: chaotic. Between navigating the more difficult high school classes, trying out for varsity sports teams, trying to balance homework and social life, and journeying through the bodily changes associated with puberty, the last thing teens want to worry about is their smile. But with nearly 80 percent of the American population opting for orthodontic treatment, braces have become nearly synonymous with the teen experience. Now high school students are adding frequent dental checkups to their busy agendas as well. Fortunately, kids and their parents have more options these days when it comes to orthodontic treatment, one of the most important being Invisalign® First. The Invisalign braces system straightens your teeth using a series of clear, custom, removable aligners that work to gradually shift your teeth until they are straight and aligned correctly. For years, our patients have loved the advantages Invisalign offers: their virtually invisible look; the ability to remove them when eating, drinking, or flossing; and of course, the faster treatment time. In addition to these great benefits, Invisalign® First offers a new way for Dr. Alborzi to address the needs of younger patients by offering an aligner specifically designed to target arch expansion, which is the most common interceptive treatment for children. The aligners
are specially designed for patients who have a mixture of both permanent and baby teeth, and they help correct a broad range of dental problems for children when they’re young, before the issues become more complex. While braces now play a major role in the teenage experience, there’s no reason kids shouldn’t be able to take advantage of newer systems that are easier, quicker, and less painful at an earlier age. If you want more information about Invisalign® First, don’t hesitate to give our office a call today!
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BEET, MINT, AND RICOTTA HUMMUS
Ingredients
• 1 6-ounce beet (about the size of an adult fist), scrubbed • 1 15 1/2-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1/3 cup tahini, well-mixed • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander • Mint leaves, poppy seeds, and olive oil, for garnish
• 1/4 cup ricotta cheese • 1 garlic clove, grated • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or more to taste
Directions 1. Heat oven to 425 F. 2. Wrap beet tightly in foil. On a foil-lined baking sheet, roast wrapped beet until fork tender, about 60–70 minutes. 3. While beet is roasting, blend chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, ricotta, garlic, salt, pepper, and coriander until smooth. 4. Once beet is cool enough to handle, use a paper towel to remove beet skin. Trim root end and cut into small pieces. Add to blender or food processor, and blend until entire mixture is smooth. Add additional salt if desired. 5. Transfer to a shallow bowl, top with garnishes, and serve.
Inspired by Bon Appétit magazine
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