Alborzi Orthodontics - November/December 2020

Alborzi Orthodontics - November/December 2020

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

705 Purissima Half Moon Bay, CA 94019-1934 Tel: (650) 726-6321 Your Smile ~ Our World

Nov/Dec 2020

THANK YOU, EVERYONE, FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT During This Crazy Year

2020 has been a crazy year — that almost goes without saying. A lot has happened that none of us have expected, and almost everyone has been negatively impacted by either the pandemic or the economic downturn that followed.

our patients from getting sick. We use a special, nontoxic sterilizer (which we have in abundance) to clean surfaces after every use, a hospital-grade ionizer to filter our air, and no-touch thermometers to determine if a patient is well enough to come in to their

with regulations. I’m very blessed to work with them every day, and I hope to continue doing so for many more years. Finally, I’m also thankful for my family, my husband, and my son, and that they’re both safe and healthy. My son just graduated from college this spring with degrees in mechanical and electrical engineering, and he’s incredibly excited to have started his first engineering job with Tesla Motors. When the pandemic first struck, his job offer was suspended for about five months. For some students who also just graduated from college, their job offers didn’t come back at all. So, I’m happy he found work doing what he loves. Even though this year has been crazy, I’m thankful for all of you reading this and for your continuing support of our office. I hope that in the midst of all the chaos, you’re able to find things to be thankful for as well. Happy Thanksgiving!

However, as I look back on everything that’s happened and all the ways the events of 2020 have impacted my life, I’m happy to say that despite it all, I have a lot to be thankful for.

appointment. We’ve reduced our maximum capacity from 70 patients to 30.

I want to also thank all of you for doing your own due diligence to keep everyone safe during the

pandemic and for being patient with us through all these changes. If you had to cancel or reschedule an appointment with us because you felt sick or you were running a fever, we thank you for doing the right thing. All it takes is one sick patient for me to have to close my doors, so by staying away when you’re sick, you help keep us open. Thank you for being so understanding during this time.

For starters, I’m happy to live in San Mateo County. From what I’ve seen, everyone in this community has taken the pandemic seriously. The number of cases in San Mateo hasn’t been super high, which means they haven’t had to restrict businesses from operating as much. People are doing the right things here, and I’m happy to live in a community that is conscientious about their neighbors’ well-being and has, by extension, helped us continue to care for our patients. I’m grateful for how incredible our patients have been during this time for trusting our office to provide a safe and sanitary environment for their dental appointments. If you read our last newsletter, you’ll know we’ve put many precautions in place to keep

Along with our incredible patients, I’m also grateful for my phenomenal team. Without their help, I wouldn’t be able to do anything. They’re an amazing group of people, and they’ve been very diligent in implementing the changes we needed to make in order to comply

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WHAT IS VPRO+? AND HOW CAN IT HELP STRAIGHTEN MY TEETH FASTER?

Do you have braces or Invisalign that you wish you could get off as soon as possible, but the date they’re scheduled to come off is just too far away — even if you follow your dentist’s instructions to a T? Well, lucky for you, there’s a tool that can reduce your treatment time by up to 64%: VPro+. VPro+ is an easy-to-use, high frequency vibration (HFV) appliance that helps your braces or Invisalign straighten out your smile. All you need to do is press the device to your teeth for 5 minutes per day, as it gently vibrates them and the surrounding gums. This loosens up your pearly whites at a cellular level, and helps them move more freely, which makes it easier for your braces to move your teeth to wherever they need to be in your mouth. For those of you who are always on the go, and don’t know if you have five minutes to spare, don’t worry — VPro+ is completely hands- free. You can use it while you’re cooking breakfast, getting dressed or taking a shower. Whenever you can fit improving your

smile into your busy schedule, VPro+ is there to help. You could even end up forgetting it’s there! Along with being hands-free, VPro+ is also completely safe to use. While you

might experience a little bit of a tingling sensation while you use it, it shouldn’t feel much different than an electric toothbrush. After you get used to using it on a regular basis, the sensation, which at first may feel strange, won’t bother you anymore. VPro+ is a great way to accelerate your dental care by changing how quickly your braces or Invisalign work. For more questions about this device, and whether it’s the right route for your dental care, please give Alborzi Orthodontics a call today at (650) 305‑7161. We’ll be happy to answer any questions that you may have. We hope to hear from you soon!

CROSSING THE FINISH LINE: TRANSFORMED SMILES

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SAY GOODBYE TO MESSY, UNCOMFORTABLE MOLDS

AND HELLO TO THE ITERO SCANNER AT ALBORZI ORTHODONTICS

In the past, when dentists have had to make impressions of their patients’ teeth, whether to fit them for Invisalign braces, a retainer, or for another reason, they’ve

for later use. Additionally, the software, which was

designed by Aligned Technology, Inc., allows you to get a sneak peek at what your bite will look like at the end of your Invisalign treatment. So, before you even don your Invisalign braces for the first time, you can see the results for yourself, a smile worth looking forward to! At Alborzi Orthodontics, we want to make the process of readying yourself for Invisalign braces as quick and easy as possible. That’s why we’re committed to staying on the forefront of orthodontic technology — because we want our patients to be comfortable and confident with their new smiles as quickly and efficiently

traditionally relied on a paste-like material that’s uncomfortable for the patient and tastes horrible. Not only that, but these uncomfortable, messy impression materials also didn’t always capture patients’ alignment on the first try. So, some would have to come back in and repeat the unpleasant process. Luckily, at Alborzi Orthodontics, that method is a thing of the past. In order to get a perfect impression of our patients’ bites the first time around, we use the iTero intraoral digital scanner. Our staff can use the iTero scanner to create and upload a digital impression of your bite, leaving far less room for error when creating your Invisalign braces.

as possible. When you schedule an appointment with Dr. Alborzi, you can

expect incredible care and incredible

Aside from the ease that iTero provides for both you and Dr. Alborzi during your appointment, the software the scanner uses will ensure that a digital copy of your bite will always be on record at the office

results from the cutting edge of our

industry’s tech.

Laugh Out

LUXURIOUS VEGAN CHOCOLATE MOUSSE

LOUD!

Ingredients • 4 oz vegan dark chocolate, chopped • 2 large avocados, pitted and skinned

• 3 tbsp cocoa powder • 1/4 cup almond milk • 1 tsp vanilla extract • 1–3 tsp maple syrup, to taste • Fresh berries, for garnish

Directions 1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate. Heat in 15-second intervals, then stir and repeat until melted. Set aside to cool. 2. In a food processor or blender, combine the cooled chocolate and other ingredients. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding additional sweetener as desired. 3. Scoop into glasses and refrigerate at least 2 hours. Top with berries and serve!

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A Thank-You to Everyone Who Has Continued Supporting Us PAGE 1 What is VPro+, and How Can It Help My Smile? Winning at Alborzi Orthodontics PAGE 2 Say Goodbye to Messy, Uncomfortable Molds Luxurious Vegan Chocolate Mousse PAGE 3 Is ‘Glamping’ the Perfect Winter Issue INSIDE THIS

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IS ‘GLAMPING’ THE PERFECT WINTER GETAWAY?

When COVID-19 struck the U.S., travel restrictions had people

canceling their vacation plans left and right. This meant that many would-be vacationers had to find some getaways a little closer to home — namely, camping trips and their fancier cousin, glamping trips. If you haven’t heard of “glamping” before, it’s essentially glamorous camping. You have access to the beautiful, rugged outdoors as well as all the comforts of home. While traditional winter camping certainly wouldn’t be a relaxing getaway for most people, glamping during the winter months can give you access to the peace of the outdoors like you’ve never experienced before without so much as a shiver or sniffle. If you’ve decided to make glamping your go-to method of escape from the cabin fever that besets us all during the cold, dark winter days, you might be thinking: How can I make

sure I have the best glamping experience possible? Luckily, there are a few tips and tricks you can apply to any glamping location to ensure that your time away from home is just as relaxing as that Caribbean cruise would have been. Step 1: Decide which kind of lodging you want. Glamping shelters come in all shapes and sizes depending on the level of comfort you desire on your trip. The most rugged glamping lodgings usually still include a wood-burning stove and a nice comfy bed, whether you opt for a log cabin or a specialized glamping tent (sometimes called a yurt). However, some of the more posh options include amenities like fresh linens, private bathrooms and showers, fully stocked kitchenettes, and even TVs.

Step 2: Decide how you want to spend your time. Obviously, the point of glamping is to spend time in the great outdoors with winter activities, such as snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and other fun snow activities. However, glamping really shines during the frigid evenings. You can retreat indoors, throw some logs in the stove, prepare some hot cocoa or cider, and just watch the snowfall from your window. There’s no right or wrong way to glamp. All that matters is spending time in the wilderness with all the comforts of home — all while feeling refreshed and at peace.

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