Alborzi Orthodontics - May/June 2022

Alborzi Orthodontics - May/June 2022

235 N. San Mateo Drive, Suite 300 San Mateo, CA 94401-2672 Tel: (650) 342-4171

705 Purissima Half Moon Bay, CA 94019-1934 Tel: (650) 726-6321

May/June 2022

MAKING MEMORIES AS A FAMILY During a Road Trip!

The summer season is just around the corner, which means that the kids are getting ready to be out of school and vacation season can commence! One of the biggest weekends for travel in our country is Memorial Day weekend, so it’s no surprise that the Friday before Memorial Day has officially been named National Road Trip Day. While I can’t imagine I’ll be taking a road trip this year due to the cost of fuel, I still remember a family road trip from a few years ago. I think it is safe to consider everyone in my family a gearhead. We absolutely love cars and anything else with an engine that vrooms. Since we all love cars so much, we decided that we were going to drive to the northern part of the state as a family. We weren’t going to all drive in one car, though. We planned to take our individual vehicles so everyone could enjoy driving along the coast. I rode my motorcycle while my husband and one of our sons drove a Mazda Miata, and our other son drove his own car. We decided that we were going to travel to Shelter Cove on the Lost Coast. We had gone there for a previous trip where we drove an RV and really enjoyed it. We loved it so much that we decided to go back a second time with multiple vehicles. While the destination is the reason for the vacation, we really enjoyed our drive up. For part of the drive, we rode along the California coast, which was stunningly beautiful. There’s nothing like driving right beside the ocean. Portions of the drive required us to ride on twisty and curvy roads through the mountains. We loved driving on these roads. It’s a challenge for those driving sports cars and motorcycles, but we were certainly up for it. While our stay in Shelter Cove was enjoyable, we decided to drive a little farther to Ferndale to enjoy the sights of a place we had never been before. It’s a cute little historic town with plenty of artists and shops. I walked around town and enjoyed everything it had to offer, while my son and husband went for a drive down Highway 36. While I do enjoy riding my motorcycle, I needed a little break. Ferndale was the perfect place to relax.

I’ve been riding motorcycles for the past 12 years, and that was the longest ride I’ve taken. We all had headsets on so we could communicate with each other throughout the drive. That’s one of the most enjoyable aspects of road trips. It’s the shared connection of doing something you enjoy while being around people you love. It helps us to stay close as a family. If you plan it right, you can go on a road trip where everyone can experience something that excites them. As we enter the summer season, I hope you all can get out and enjoy some time with your family doing something you love. It doesn’t have to be a road trip or a vacation either. There

are plenty of fun and exciting things to do in our community that everyone in your family can enjoy.

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Why AreWe Grinning About Grin?

At Alborzi Orthodontics, we pride ourselves on gathering the most state-of-the-art technology to better serve our patients. The pandemic changed plenty of things, and it caused us to start

progress even more frequently than if you were to come into the office for regularly scheduled visits.

performing consultations through Zoom. While it was great to see our patients’ smiling faces, we had a

We’re able to capture anything that could be causing deviations to your treatment through the app. We can then make the necessary adjustments to keep

difficult time viewing their teeth adequately. That’s when we decided to implement Grin into our treatment procedures. Grin is the first comprehensive digital orthodontic platform that offers teeth- straightening solutions for beautiful and healthy smiles. This essentially means that we are able to provide orthodontic consultations and follow-ups from the comfort of your home.

you on track toward a healthier and happier smile. Scanning your smile only takes about 30 seconds of your time at home and can greatly speed up your treatment timeline.

Grin will allow you to save time on your treatment through fewer in-office visits, gain more control over your smile thanks to more frequent progress checks, and provide you with the confidence that your treatment is on schedule. Grin is easy to use and is an option for almost every patient. If you haven’t tried Grin yet, make sure to ask us about it next time you’re in our office. Providing orthodontic

We’ll provide you with a reusable mouthpiece that you can attach to your phone. You can go into the Grin app to schedule a time to talk with us. The app and the mouthpiece work together to scan your teeth and take a video of your braces or Invisalign. With Grin, we’re able to assess your

treatment has never been more convenient!

CROSSING THE FINISH LINE:

HIT THE TRAILS WITH ALBORZI ORTHODONTICS! A smile is a gift that lasts a lifetime! Give your friends and family a FREE gift today! Scan the QR code to be entered to win one of our awesome monthly prizes! Referrals get 5x entries, and reviews and likes on our social media each get 1 entry.

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Watch Your Smile Transform

With Invisalign

For the past few years, camera and photo filters have become incredibly popular. Filters on social media platforms like Snapchat and Facebook allow users to see what they would look like with different colored hair or eyes, whiter teeth, and just about anything else you could imagine. While most of these filters are just for fun, some have the ability to see what you would look like if you were to make other cosmetic changes. Many have wondered how using Invisalign would change their smiles. With the rapid development of photo filters, we’re now able to show you what you would look like after using Invisalign. You no longer have to imagine what your smile would look like and hope that your estimation is accurate. Now, you can just take a picture to get a better idea of your results without ever starting treatment. At this point, you’re probably wondering where you can find the filter and how it works. Finding it is as simple as it gets. Scan the QR code attached to this article with the camera on your cellphone or tablet. You go to an Invisalign web page where you will be asked to take a selfie. In your selfie, you’ll want to make sure that your smile is large enough to see the full effect of Invisalign.

After you’ve taken your picture, the web page will process it and apply the filter so you can see what you would look like with Invisalign correction. Your processed picture will have a before and after adjuster so you can really compare the differences. You will also have an option to provide some

information about yourself and any questions you may have regarding cost or how the Invisalign process works. You can even request an appointment directly with our office after seeing your transformed smile. There are many benefits that come with using Invisalign. If you’ve ever wanted to try it or are curious after seeing your smile transform in your picture, give our office a call. We would love to help improve your smile!

See your new Invisalign ® smile in seconds.

EASY CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BARS

To Moms & Dads DON’T WAIT ANY LONGER! Exclusive special offer for new patients only: $950 Off Full Treatment With Retention Plan* Are you waiting until all your children’s orthodontic needs are taken care of before tending to your own? There’s no need to wait any longer! Call (650) 342-4171 now to make an appointment with Dr. Alborzi, or use the QR code below to try out your new smile. We look forward to hearing from you! *Offer valid for new patients only for the entire month of May 2022. Cannot be combined with other offers.

These simple microwaved bars are ideal for making the perfect tasty dessert or indulgent snack!

Ingredients • 6 tbsp butter • 1 cup brown sugar • 1/4 cup peanut butter • 2 eggs, lightly beaten • 1 cup flour • 1/2 tsp baking powder

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• 1/2 tsp salt • 1 tsp vanilla extract • 1/2 and 1/4 cup

chopped salted peanuts, divided • 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped

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Directions 1. Melt butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. 2. Add the brown sugar and peanut butter to the butter bowl. Stir to combine. Then mix in the eggs, flour, baking powder, salt, vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup of peanuts. 3. Pour the batter into a greased, 8-inch, microwave-safe baking dish. Microwave on medium-high for 4 minutes. Then, adjust to high and microwave 3–6 more minutes or until the top of the mixture appears almost dry. 4. Top off the mixture with chopped chocolate. When it melts, spread it evenly over the bars and top with the remaining peanuts. 5. Cool for 15 minutes, cut into squares, and serve!

Point it at the QR code

Snap your selfie

See your new smile

See your new Invisalign ® smile in seconds.

Are you a talented home chef? Have you ever tried to make one of our recipes? This month, we want to reward one lucky individual who makes our easy chocolate peanut butter bars. After you’ve made your delicious creation, take a picture of it and post it on Instagram using the hashtag #AlborziContest. On June 5, we will be choosing one of the entries at random to win a $25 Amazon gift card. If you plan on making this month’s recipe, make sure you take a picture and share it with us by using the #AlborziContest hashtag. That way, you’ll enjoy a delicious treat while also taking a chance to win our contest. We can’t wait to see your creations!

SHOW USYOUR BARS WITH #ALBORZICONTEST

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Traveling Across the State as a Family PAGE 1 The Many Benefits of Grin Referral Contest Winning at Alborzi Orthodontics PAGE 2 Preview Your New Smile With the Invisalign Filter Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars The Alborzi Recipe Contest PAGE 3 Hate Souvenir Shopping? Let’s Make It Easy PAGE 4

Picking the Perfect Souvenir

A way to preserve or share a piece of your trip is to bring home a souvenir, but choosing a souvenir isn’t always a stress-free experience. How do you pick the perfect souvenir and not just the first thing you see in a tourist shop? Here are some tips for picking a truly meaningful gift for yourself or your loved ones.

eggs — a specific kind that are illegal in the U.S. due to the potentially hazardous small toys inside.

Purchase a handicraft.

Handicrafts — items created by local artisans — are awesome souvenirs! But make sure you buy where artisans actually sell their own goods, such as an open-air market. Unfortunately, while some popular tourist shops may sell “locally made goods,” many souvenirs

Who are you buying for? What are your recipient’s interests, or what do they spend the most time doing? If you’re buying for yourself and enjoy coffee, you might buy a local coffee blend to enjoy from home. However, if your recipient doesn’t enjoy coffee or rarely drinks it, that type of gift might not mean much to them. Is it legal to bring home? Whether you’re traveling domestically or internationally, there are many regulations that affect which souvenirs you can bring home. Even if you find the item in a tourist

intended for tourists are actually made by cheap manufacturers in other countries.

Keep something from the adventure. Bringing a glass bottle to take home some sand is a popular way of creating your own souvenir from a beach vacation. But you can do this with almost any item! Whether it’s stones, ticket stubs

from favorite shows and activities, or a handmade item from a class, make sure to look out for souvenirs that’ll remind you of great memories and experiences.

shop, that doesn’t mean it’ll be allowed into the country or even onto the plane. And the TSA does take this seriously. In 2012, two tourists were detained at the U.S. border for trying to bring home chocolate Kinder

We hope these tips will help you make the best choice. Bon voyage!

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