BRACES VS. INVISALIGN
THE BEST PODCASTS TO START in 2019
Obtaining the Perfect Smile
Though podcasts have been around for over a decade, they have only recently found their stride in popular culture. And they don’t all feature nerds talking about “Game of Thrones.” In this form of audio entertainment, there really is something for everyone. A number of podcasts have broken into mainstream pop culture, like “My Favorite Murder,” “This American Life,” and NPR’s “Planet Money.” But these are only the tip of the iceberg. Here are a few lesser-known podcasts that are seriously worth your time.
START SOMETHING FUN: ‘SPIRITS’ The title “Spirits” is a play on the stories told and drinks enjoyed on this podcast. Co-hosts Amanda McLoughlin and Julia Schifini offer a fresh take on myths, legends, and folklore. From Greek classics to the tale of the Javanese Mermaid Queen, these lifelong friends and mythology enthusiasts examine what the stories we tell say about our culture, traditions, and values. If you’re eager to fill your year with something kinda creepy and kinda cool, you can’t go wrong with “Spirits.” Start listening at SpiritsPodcast.com. GO ON AN ADVENTURE: ‘THE FAR MERIDIAN’ Audio dramas are back and thriving in the world of podcasts. “The Far Meridian” explores the story of Peri, a lighthouse keeper whose brother disappeared long ago. Peri is terrified of leaving her home, so she’s never discovered what happened to him. That changes when her lighthouse begins to appear in a new location every morning, initiating her search for her brother. Fantastically fun and painfully real, this is a story about the courage it takes to leave home behind. Join the girl in the lighthouse at TheFarMeridian.com. TACKLE YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS: ‘THE MARIE FORLEO PODCAST’ We all need some advice. Why not get it from someone who knows what they’re talking about? Marie Forleo is an entrepreneur, writer, and philanthropist. And according to Oprah, she’s a thought leader for the next generation. Her mission is to help you become the person you most want to be. On the podcast, Marie and her guests discuss business, relationships, fear, love, and so much more. Get inspired at MarieForleo.com/marietv.
In our last edition, we talked about the benefits of using Invisalign. Now we want to take a moment to compare the cost and required maintenance of traditional braces and invisible aligners, though their prices do vary depending on the severity of each case. The average cost for Invisalign and traditional braces is about the same — between $3,500–$8,000. Invisalign tends to be more expensive to cover the custom-made aligners that gently shift your teeth into place. However, this treatment requires far less maintenance, though the patient needs to be disciplined enough to wear the aligners throughout the day as required. While cheaper, braces need a lot more maintenance. The brackets used to align your teeth are fragile and can easily break due to eating the wrong foods, sustaining an injury to your mouth, flossing or using a toothpick roughly, or brushing your teeth too energetically or incorrectly. A broken bracket is the most recurrent problem for children and adults. Once a bracket breaks, the wire will become loose, often sticking out of your mouth. This can lead to discomfort or even injury if not fixed quickly. Invisalign doesn’t require visits to your orthodontist to fix a broken bracket or get regular adjustments. Depending on the dentist, patients will need to come in for at least two treatments — first to discuss the procedure, and then to pick up the aligners. Afterward, the only reasons for appointments are to ensure the treatment is going well and to make any needed adjustments. At Elite Smiles, we understand how important your smile is to you and the convenience of Invisalign. We are now offering this treatment for $2,998
This list is just a start to the wealth of amazing, diverse podcasts out there. News recaps, sports history, true crime, pop-culture throwbacks, and plenty more fantastic audio entertainment awaits on your phone’s podcast app. Start listening to your new obsession today!
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