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Foods That Worsen Oral Health

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Sugar, acid, and foods that stay in your mouth for longer than necessary are all guilty of worsening your oral health. From dissolving enamel and promoting negative bacteria growth to downright decay, there are some foods you should be sure to moderate or take out of your diet altogether. Keep reading to learn more from Dr. Sepi Torkan at iSmile Orthodontics about which foods pose a threat to your dental health.

What Foods are the Worst for Enamel?

We all know that sugary foods can wreak havoc on our teeth, but [...] Read More

Five Vitamins to Improve Your Oral Health

Posted on by Dr. Sepi Torkan

You may take vitamins daily for energy or a better immune system, but vitamins are good for more than just keeping your energy up or gut health. They are integral to good oral health as well. Vitamins are a great and super easy preventative measure for common oral health issues. Improving your mouth’s health every day with vitamins is a proactive way to ensure a pain-free and healthy dental experience. Dr. Sepi Torkan at iSmile Orthodontics recommends these vitamins for tooth health, to strengthen your enamel, and promote jaw health.

 

Here are the 5 daily vitamins [...] Read More

Why Your Visit to the Dentist is Essential

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To ensure your teeth and mouth are healthy, you should visit a dentist at least once every six months, just like you have a health check with your general practitioner every year. In most dental checkups, your dentist will do a thorough checkup on your teeth and gums, followed by a dental cleaning.

 

What Happens at a Check-up?

A dental checkup is an important part of maintaining good oral health. During a checkup, the dentist will examine your teeth and gums for any signs of problems. They will also check for any cavities or tooth [...] Read More

Invisalign While You Travel

Posted on by Dr. Sepi Torkan

Traveling is already stressful, so we don’t want caring for your Invisalign to make it even worse. The good news is that there are a few small changes to your packing routine that can alleviate Invisalign- related stress taking away from your vacation. When you’re in a new place, far from your orthodontist’s office, it’s easy to remove your aligners and leave them behind. Here are some tips from Dr. Sepi Torkan at iSmile Orthodontics for traveling with your Invisalign, to make sure you don’t have to take time out of your vacation for an orthodontic [...] Read More

Getting Braces: Surviving the First Week

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The first week with new braces can be tough. You may experience some pain and discomfort as your teeth and mouth adjust to the new hardware. It’s important to take it easy and give yourself time to adjust. We want to make your journey to a beautiful smile easy and painless, so here are a few tips from Dr. Sepi Torkan at iSmile Orthodontics, to get you through the first week with braces:

 

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How Long do Braces Hurt? Eating with Braces What to [...] Read More

Your Invisalign Journey

Posted on by Dr. Sepi Torkan

Invisalign is as common today as traditional braces. Usually, when you go to the orthodontist, you’ll be shown multiple treatment options, from Invisalign clear aligners to traditional bracket and wire braces. How does Invisalign work exactly? A completely invisible treatment that allows you to eat whatever you want is too good to be true, isn’t it? Not at all! Gain valuable knowledge on Invisalign from orthodontic specialist Dr. Sepi Torkan at iSmile Orthodontics.

 

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What is an Invisalign Aligner? Invisalign Treatment Breakdown [...] Read More
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