RISE OF THE MACHINES Robots Where You Least Expect Them
SureSmile’s precise accuracy moves your teeth directly to their ideal location, a feat that would be impossible with
Science fiction warned us about dangerous robots, but we didn’t listen. We’ve allowed robots into every aspect of our lives. They clean our floors, build products in our factories, and even assist educators in teaching our children. But rather than bring on the mechanical apocalypse, robots might instead solve the world’s big problems. Honeybees are on the verge of extinction. In 2016, the United States lost 44 percent of its bee colonies. This could spell an agricultural doomsday, as crops around the world rely on bees for pollination. Japan’s National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science andTechnology hopes to offer a partial solution in the form on tiny drones designed for artificial pollination. These drones would perform the function of
a honeybee, without the threat of stinging an innocent bystander.
mere human hands. On average, patients
Amazing robots can be found in places you might not expect, like Pitner Orthodontics. In the office, Dr. Leslie harnesses the latest in robotic technologies for the good of your teeth with the SureSmile treatment. Braces are a pain, no matter how you look at it, but SureSmile allows patients to spend less time with metal strapped to their teeth and enjoy their new smile faster. With 3-D models, Dr. Leslie uses her orthodontic experience to calculate exactly how your teeth need to move to achieve your perfect smile. She sends her calculations to the SureSmile robot, which then creates a customized archwire.
spend 33 percent less time wearing SureSmile braces and see stunning results. TheWorld Journal of Orthodontics reports, “Patients treated with SureSmile experienced overall reduced treatment time and better-quality results than those treated conventionally.” We might still be we one Skynet away from the robot uprising, but at least our teeth will look great while we fight against our mechanical overlords. Call 803-781-5225 to schedule a consultation and learn how the power of robotics can help you realize your dream smile.
Grilled Mexican STREET CORN
INGREDIENTS • ¼ cup mayonnaise • ¼ cup sour cream • ½ cup finely crumbled feta cheese • ½ teaspoon chili powder
• 1 medium clove garlic, minced • ¼ cup finely chopped cilantro leaves • 4 ears corn, shucked • 1 lime, cut into wedges
DIRECTIONS
1. Set burners of gas grill to high heat and allow to preheat for 5 minutes. 2. Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, cheese, chili powder, garlic, and cilantro in large bowl. Stir until well combined and set aside. 3. Place corn on hot grill, rotating occasionally. Grill until cooked through and charred in spots on all sides, for about 8 minutes. 4. Transfer corn to bowl with cheese mixture and use large spoon to evenly coat each ear on all sides. Sprinkle with extra cheese and chili powder and serve immediately with lime wedges.
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