Considering Invisalign to create the beautiful smile you always dreamed of?  It is a big decision and one that requires research if you are considering Invisalign as an alternative to traditional braces. Both will lead to your new smile, but the roads traveled are quite different.

Everyone is familiar with braces that are available in both metal and clear ceramic brackets so let’s just discuss Invisalign. One of the primary reasons people choose Orthodontists is that they are self-conscious about wearing braces and the aligners are nearly undetectable when worn. Most people won’t even notice you are wearing them. And, contrary to belief or despite what you have heard, your speech sounds fine to others in a very short period of time once you get used to wearing the Invisalign aligner.

Most patients have the option of choosing braces or Invisalign, but Invisalign doesn’t always work for everyone and Dr. Sepi Torkan can help you decide if Invisalign is a good choice for your or your teen.

Points to Consider when choosing braces vs Invisalign

• Are you or your child self-disciplined?  Since Invisalign is removable, following instructions, wearing your aligners except when eating and brushing your teeth, and keeping track of them when out of the mouth is important for success.  When wearing braces, we don’t have to depend so much on the patient to get the job done.      

• Patients are required   to wear the aligners 20 – 22 hours per day and when switching to their next set of aligners every two weeks, understand the new aligners are snug in order to continue the tooth movement process. Some short term discomfort should be expected and the aligners cannot be removed to eliminate the issue. We suggest you put your new aligner in right before bed with Tylenol. By morning your teeth will most likely already adapted to the new fit.         

• Is Invisalign the best option for you? An orthodontist is a specialist in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of dental and facial irregularities. All orthodontists are dentists, but only about six percent of dentists are orthodontists. - with their specialized training are more qualified to determine what orthodontic treatment option is best for you or your child over a lifetime of smiles based on a fully educated decision.

Treatment time with Invisalign varies, depending upon the severity of the problem and is usually for a minimum of 12 months. If you are not sure that you or your child is a good candidate for Invisalign, the team at Advanced Orthodontics will address your treatment concerns during a complimentary smile exam to determine whether braces or Invisalign is best for you.

If you are looking for a fast and simple way to clean your vinyl windows, then you should consider using vinyl window cleaning services. Vinyl is an extremely popular material to use as window coverings, because it is inexpensive and offers an attractive design. Unfortunately, vinyl can be difficult to clean in its own merits, so it is helpful to have professionals available that can help you keep your vinyl clean and looking great. If you are interested in vinyl window cleaning, then it might be helpful to consider a few tips that will make the process go smoothly and be pain free. Here are a few tips from a professional window cleaning service. When it comes to window replacement EZ Window Solutions is the absolute authority. It is important to have a clean working environment when you perform any type of vinyl cleaning, even when using products that are specifically designed to clean vinyl. This is because vinyl has an adverse reaction to some types of cleaners, and these cleaners could end up damaging your vinyl, or even ruining the vinyl’s appearance. For instance, if you were to use acetone as a cleaner, it could actually discolor the vinyl, leaving it looking unattractive. Because this is a fairly common occurrence, it is wise to have a designated area in your home that is specifically set up for vinyl cleaning, whether you are at home or at work. When performing your vinyl cleaning, it will be necessary to make sure that you have all of the necessary equipment.

If you are dealing with vinyl that is already stained, then you will need a vacuum to be able to pick up all of the excess dirt. In addition to the vacuum, you should also have a shop brush with long, loose bristles. The brush will be used to scrub off stains from the vinyl. You may also choose to spray some sort of cleaner onto the stained areas to help the dirt come off without causing too much damage. There are many vinyl window cleaning services available, so you will want to take some time to research the different companies in your area. This will allow you to compare prices and services. Remember to take into consideration what type of vinyl you have, as well as any special treatments or coatings that may need to be applied. Many vinyl cleaners are able to provide a wide range of services and techniques, so it may be necessary to contact more than one vinyl cleaner in order to get the job done properly. Once you have researched the companies in your area, you should set up an appointment to have the vinyl cleaning done. At the appointment, the vinyl cleaner will remove the dust from the window. Next, the cleaner will apply a chemical-based cleaning solution.

The vinyl cleaner will wipe the window with vinyl cleaning pads, which will remove the dirt from the vinyl and make it shine. After the vinyl is cleaned, the window cleaner will return it to its normal state. If you have an older home, there may be trim that needs to be cleaned. This can be accomplished with a combination of your vinyl window cleaning technique and a wet floor buffer. Wet foot buffers are available at many janitorial supply shops. In addition to removing grime and dirt, the wet foot buffer also helps to lift fingerprints, dust mites, and odors. Once the trim is clean and dust free, you can polish it to give your home a polished look.

The Centre for Health Protection under the Department of Health of the Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region stated in a December 2020 publication that 95.6% of community-dwelling people who are 15 years old or above are consuming less than 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day. The World Health Organization recommends a daily intake of about 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day. This is essential to prevent diseases that may cause complications to the health.

With this, here are the possible diseases that a person might get from poor nutrition or from eating less than the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables.

1. Diabetes

Fruits and vegetables can make you feel full. However, when people eat smaller amounts of these, they tend to eat more carbs. This, in turn, transforms into sugar that can increase your blood sugar.

1. Heart Diseases

Diseases of the heart have affected millions of people globally. In some countries like in the United States, it has become the leading cause of death.

1. Hypertension

People may opt to resort to eating more meat in order to fill their stomachs. Unfortunately, too much of this can cause a person’s blood pressure to rise which in turn take a toll on the human body.

1. Cerebrovascular Diseases

Included in cerebrovascular diseases is stroke. Stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain has been reduced or interrupted. Stroke is very deadly and can leave a person’s body in a vegetative state.

1. Some Cancers

Fruits and vegetables contain antioxidants that naturally aids in cancer prevention. By eating less fruits and vegetables, a person is exposing himself or herself to higher cancer risk.

With these in mind, proper nutrition is essential. Due to technology, it is now more convenient to obtain healthier meals. A nutrition meal delivery can easily be ordered online to ensure a healthier life.

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