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A Checklist for Your Next Dental Visit

Regular dental check-ups are a crucial part of oral health maintenance. You should see your dentist twice a year for maintenance. But, for most people, finding the time in your schedule for an appointment tends to be the hardest part. Be sure to find the time though, as your oral health depends on it. 

Once you have your appointment, here is a list of things you should do before you go to see your dentist. It is important that you have the necessary items for your appointment.

Here are ways to best prepare [...] Read More

7 Things to Know Before Getting Veneers

Veneers might be a good option for you if you want to reinvent your smile. Veneers can change the appearance of your teeth in a way that can mask imperfections and boost your confidence in your smile. However, there are several things you should know and consider before deciding if veneers are the right choice for you. Keep reading for some information about veneers from Dr. Sepi Torkan at iSmile Orthodontics.

Veneers are a long-term fix – They are not removable. Veneers are fixed in place by a dental professional and typically last between 15-20 [...] Read More

Date Night with Braces – What to Order

Date night can be a nerve-wracking experience. From what to wear, where to go, to what to talk about. The numerous variables of date night can wreak havoc on what should be a fun experience. You don’t want your braces to be another source of worry during your night out, and they don’t have to be! With a few simple tips you can flash your beautiful smile at your date as many times as you want to without being worried about leftovers being hidden in your brackets. Read on for some advice from Dr. Sepi Torkan at [...] Read More

How to be the Best Tooth Fairy!

We all remember the excitement of losing teeth as a child. Losing teeth often isn’t the exciting part, but the visit from the Tooth Fairy is! Nowadays, there are a lot more things you can do beyond slipping some money under a pillow to create wonderful memories your child will never forget. Keep reading for some ways from Dr. Sepi Torkan at iSmile Orthodontics. to make your child’s visit from the Tooth Fairy a lot more exciting!

Leave a note – A simple way to make the Tooth Fairy seem a little [...] Read More

What You Need to Know about Dental Implants

Dental implants are metal posts or frames that are surgically positioned into the jawbone beneath your gums. Once in place, they allow your dentist to mount replacement teeth onto them. It is crucial that you find a qualified professional to educate you and help you to decide if dental implants are right for you. Keep reading to learn more about dental implants from Dr. Sepi Torkan at iSmile Orthodontics.

Dental implants provide stable support for artificial teeth because implants fuse to your jawbone. Dentures and bridges mounted to implants won’t slip or shift in [...] Read More

3 Secrets to Making Flossing Simpler

Flossing may not be everyone’s favorite, but it is IMPORTANT! Flossing is just as important as brushing your teeth to prevent gum disease, cavities, and bad breath. Flossing helps to eliminate the accumulation of harmful bacteria and plaque, which is a result of food particles that get trapped between the teeth and under the gum line. These are places that the toothbrush can’t always reach! Below are 3 secrets from Dr. Sepi Torkan at iSmile Orthodontics to make flossing simpler.

Be Generous! – Flossing isn’t as simple as one would think, which is probably [...] Read More