QUESTION: AM I TOO OLD FOR BRACES?
Less Discomfort Because there are no rough brackets or edges to the aligners, there are fewer mouth sores and related issues with Invisalign. Additionally, due to the fact that aligners straighten teeth on a more gradual basis, patients find that the adjustment period takes far less time and is significantly less painful. More Options Due to Dr. Alborzi’s experience, even the most difficult orthodontic cases are candidates for Invisalign. She can do anything with the Invisalign appliance that can be done with traditional braces.
Even if you have a gorgeous smile, crooked teeth can be a confidence killer. Unfortunately, many adults who didn’t get the opportunity to have braces to straighten their teeth as children (or who perhaps did, but the issues were not completely rectified) find the prospect of having braces now to be mortifying. With advances in orthodontic treatment like Invisalign, the number of adults seeking out orthodontic care continues to rise. Here are just a few of the reasons why Invisalign is the right choice for adults who are ready to enhance their smile. Less Noticeable Most wearers claim that the best feature of Invisalign over traditional metal braces is the concealment. While it’s normal to start your treatment with some underlying fear that others can see your aligners, the truth is that no one will even know you’re wearing them unless you tell them. During the first few days of wearing the aligners, you will probably notice it is more difficult to speak, but your mouth will adjust to the extra bulk around your teeth. More Convenient Because you can take them out, Invisalign aligners make it much easier to take part in typical daily activities like brushing your teeth without the frustration caused by brackets or wires. One of the biggest complaints about braces is that they constantly collect food. With aligners, you no longer have to worry about what you eat. Simply pop them out, eat your meal, clean your teeth, and pop them back in.
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CHIPOTLE BLACK BEAN BURGERS
Ingredients • 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed • 1/2 medium onion, roughly chopped • 3 cloves garlic • 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce • 2 teaspoons cumin • 1 pinch salt
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha • 1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats • 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch • 1 handful fresh cilantro
Directions 1. Place half the black beans, onion, and garlic in your food processor. Blend for 20–30 seconds until combined. Add chipotle, cumin, salt, cornstarch, cilantro, and Sriracha. Blend for another 10–20 seconds. 2. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. Stir in oats and remaining black beans. 3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Form mixture into patties and carefully transfer to skillet. Cook for about 5–7 minutes until bottom is browned and set. Very carefully flip and cook for an additional 4–6 minutes until opposite side is browned and set as well. 4. Serve immediately, or store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
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