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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

Chipped or Cracked Tooth? Here’s What to Do!

Chipping or cracking a tooth is far from fun, but sometimes accidents happen. While it can be terrifying to think about, the most important thing is to know what options you have to fix it. Keep reading for our best solutions on how to handle a chipped or cracked tooth and avoid dental distress from Dr. Sepi Torkan at iSmile Orthodontics.

First, you need to identify if you have a cracked or chipped tooth. While it’s pretty easy to notice a broken tooth at the front of your mouth, here are some other symptoms [...] Read More

Statistics about Smiling and Happiness

Smiling is an important part of your health and happiness! Your dentist’s office (and your orthodontist’s) are committed to keeping your smile healthy and happy for years to come. While smiling can seem very superficial initially, a beautiful smile can actually have a positive impact on your overall well-being in addition to making you feel great. There has actually been a proven link between the act of smiling and feeling happy! Keep reading for some advice from Dr. Sepi Torkan at iSmile Orthodontics about why smiling is important.

Here are some facts and statistics about [...] Read More

The Best Ways to Take Care of Your Teeth on a Daily Basis

Maintaining your oral health does take a little effort. However, it is an essential part of maintaining your health and wellness and should be taken seriously. Twice yearly dental check-ups are a must, but it is up to you the rest of the year to keep your smile in tip top shape. Keep reading for some advice from Dr. Sepi Torkan at iSmile Orthodontics in Redmond, WA explains on how to keep your pearly whites shining bright!

Here are some simple things you should be doing daily to ensure your teeth remain healthy: Brush your [...] Read More

The Advantages of Digital Impressions in Orthodontics

In the field of orthodontics, technological advances have brought about significant changes in the way impressions of patients’ teeth are taken. Specifically, the introduction of digital impressions has been a game-changer, providing accuracy and comfort compared to traditional putty impressions. If you’re curious about how these innovations have transformed orthodontic treatment, Dr. Sepi Torkan at iSmile Orthodontics is an excellent resource. 

What is the Difference Between Traditional and Digital Impressions?

The most obvious difference between traditional and digital impressions is that traditional impressions involve putting a chemical-tasting goop into the patient’s mouth [...] Read More