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Sept/Oct 2020
HOW WE’RE KEEPING OUR OFFICE EXCEPTIONALLY SAFE Staying Ahead of the Curve on Safety Precautions
Benjamin Franklin once said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. In a world that continues to grapple
hospital-grade ionizer that filters our air and keeps it free of harmful particles. Basically, it releases harmless ions into the air, which
reduced our max capacity from 70 patients down to 30 to help maintain social distancing guidelines. Also, all of our assistants are fixed at their stations throughout the day to decrease the likelihood of spreading the virus. We implemented many of these guidelines and procedures before our state government recommended them, so we’ve also been ahead of the curve! We know we can open our doors safely because we’ve taken every possible precaution to keep you safe. Even with all of these measures in place, we still completely understand if you don’t feel comfortable coming into the office. We’ll be happy to accommodate you and conduct your appointments virtually whenever possible, just like we did during the stricter phase of the quarantine earlier this year. We’re not taking any chances with the health of our patients and the health of our team. We’re committed to making sure everyone has a bright smile to show off as we venture into the future.
with a pandemic that has no cure as of yet, we’ve tried our best to take the wise words of one founding father to heart. We’re fortunate we’ve been able to reopen our doors to see patients these past couple months, albeit in a limited capacity, and that wouldn’t be possible without the safety measures we’ve put in place.
then bond with the coronavirus particles and kill them. So, if you’re in our office, you won’t
have to worry about breathing in the virus. We’ve got you covered
there, too!
We’ve developed an overly stringent policy when it comes to office sanitation. I researched the best nontoxic sterilizers on the market and bought a machine to mix together the ideal solution for wiping down frequently touched surfaces in the office. We have an overly abundant supply of this sanitizing solution, so much so that we gave some of it away to other orthodontists and dentists in the area. Plus, it’s a lot safer than other chemical cleaners. You could take a shower in that sanitizer solution, and it wouldn’t harm you at all! While we don’t have any aerosol products keeping the air in our office clean, we actually have something better. We’ve invested in a
If you’re worried about being in close proximity with patients who might potentially be sick, you won’t have to worry about that, either. We use no-touch thermometers to screen each of our patients before they come inside and ask them if they’ve experienced any of the symptoms associated with
the coronavirus. If they answer affirmatively about any of the symptoms, we send them home. Additionally, if we find that they’re running a fever, we send them home.
Finally, even when we have patients in the office, we’ve
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WHAT NOT TO EAT OR DRINK WHILE WEARING INVISALIGN
Halloween, with trick-or-treating in all of its sweet, tasty, cavity-filled splendor, is nearly upon us. Even if you’re not going trick-or-treating, every store’s shelves are stocked to the brim with Halloween candy just begging to be munched on. However, if you have Invisalign braces, there are types of candy, and other foods and drinks for that matter, that you should avoid year-round. While Invisalign braces might enable you to take them in and out while you eat, you still don’t have free reign to gobble down all your favorite foods if you take out your trays first. Invisalign slowly pushes your teeth to where they need to be, and foods requiring a lot of force to bite into can ruin the progress the Invisalign trays have made. Some culprits include breads with hard crusts, hard nuts, and hard candies (especially jawbreakers). Even when you’re eating “harder” vegetables, it’s a good idea to cut them into smaller pieces. Foods that are overly sticky are also a no-go. Sticky foods like caramel, gum, jelly beans, Starburst candy, and others can leave residue
on your teeth, which can lead to plaque buildup after you put your Invisalign trays back on. So, for the overall health of your teeth, it’s best to avoid those completely. For similar reasons, you should also cut way back on drinking soda. Not only is it full of sticky sugar, but its acidity can eat away at your enamel.
You should also avoid drinks like coffee, tea, and wine, which can all stain your aligners, leaving your teeth looking dirty and dull. At the same time, hot drinks can warp the shape of your aligners, potentially extending the amount of time you have to wear them. Even if you’ve had your Invisalign braces for a while now and heard from Dr. Alborzi about all the foods you should avoid while wearing them, reminders are always good! For any other questions about which foods and drinks are okay, give Alborzi Orthodontics a call at (650) 305-7161.
CROSSING THE FINISH LINE: TRANSFORMED SMILES
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WHAT ARE DAMON BRACES?
AND WHAT ARE SOME OF THEIR BENEFITS? Are you in need of serious orthodontic care that Invisalign, for all its advantages, won’t be able to correct? If you’re in this position,
treatment time. The reduced friction allows for greater freedom of movement, meaning less soreness from the bite correction process.
you might be saddened at the prospect of having to don a pair of traditional braces with all their uncomfortable metal brackets and elastic bands. However, that doesn’t have to be the case. Before you settle for traditional braces, you might want to look into getting Damon Braces.
They’re also smaller than traditional braces. And since they also don’t use elastic bands, they’re easier to keep clean. Finally, Damon Braces require fewer adjustments, which means fewer appointments with an orthodontist and more time in your busy schedule for other things.
What are Damon Braces?
In short, Damon Braces are a more advanced, lower profile form of metal braces that correct your bite more easily, more efficiently, and more comfortably. Instead of having archwires bound to each bracket by an elastic band, they’re bound by a patented slide mechanism. The archwires can move more freely that way, reducing friction by eliminating the need for elastic bands to hold everything together.
Damon Braces can correct your bite in ways that Invisalign braces can’t, while also being more comfortable and hygienic than traditional braces. If they sound like the kind of orthodontic care you need, get in touch with Dr. Alborzi at (650) 305-7161. She’ll be able to answer any additional questions you may have about Damon Braces and help you with anything else you might need.
What are some of the advantages of Damon Braces?
Damon Braces have several advantages over traditional braces. On average, it takes less time to correct your bite with Damon Braces than traditional braces. Patients usually experience a 37–40% shorter
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ENJOY YOUR FAVORITE FILMS EARLIER
The way we watch our favorite shows and movies has
changed drastically in recent years and even more so this year. With the pandemic impacting the world, people found themselves stuck inside their homes looking for new sources of entertainment, and many found exactly what they were looking for through the numerous streaming services available to us. The pandemic made time for people to watch their favorite shows again and again, and it also changed the way businesses, such as Disney and Universal Studios, release their movies. Throughout the spring, many movies were released early and some skipped theater showings all together. “Trolls: World Tour” was released through video-on-demand and earned nearly $100 million in rental fees on its April 10 debut, grossing far more than the first “Trolls” movie debut in 2016. Other movies, such as “Onward” and “Frozen II,”
were released early on different digital platforms for purchase or rent.
One of the most anticipated early releases under this new system is “Hamilton.” This hit Broadway show has drawn thousands of people to the theater since its debut in 2015. A stage performance of “Hamilton” was filmed in 2016 in just over three days. The resulting movie creates an opportunity for everyone to see the show, whether or not they were able to catch it live on stage. Disney bought the rights to the film last year and announced this February that it would be released on Oct. 15, 2021, in theaters. However, due to the pandemic, Disney decided that what people needed most was something they could enjoy, even if they couldn’t leave their homes. On May 12, the studio announced the film would be
available to stream on Disney+ starting on the July Fourth holiday. “Hamilton” fans and those who’ve never seen the play are thrilled to watch the film 16 months in advance of the originally scheduled release. Streaming services have changed how people consume their entertainment, and the pandemic has changed how streaming services offer it. Both changes are helping people get through these difficult times.
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