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DR. AZADEH AFZALI

LEADING EXPERT IN HOLISTIC, NON-INVASIVE ORTHODONTICS
Dr. M. Azadeh Afzali
Dr. Afzali is a functional dentist and expert in holistic, non-invasive orthodontics.

Inspired by her own traumatic dental experience as a child, she has dedicated her career to creating gentle, life-changing solutions for patients who have been told surgery or extractions were their only choice.

She is recognized internationally for her work with Fastbraces®, where she holds the title of Senior Master Provider and has been honored with the company’s prestigious Athena Award. Dr. Afzali is also a certified provider of HealthyStart® and ClearCorrect™, giving patients of all ages access to leading-edge, non-surgical orthodontic care.

Why Patients Choose Dr. Afzali

Over 20 years of experience in orthodontics and holistic dentistry

Senior Master Provider of Fastbraces® and recipient of the Fastbraces® Athena Award

Non-surgical solutions for cases often told they require extractions or jaw surgery
Whole-health approach that addresses TMJ, sleep, and airway issues in addition to smile aesthetics
Compassionate, multilingual team who treat every patient like family

Flexible financing options including CareCredit®, Sunbit®, and custom in-house plans


DISCOVER VitalOrtho

A New Era in Orthodontics
What if orthodontics could do more than just straighten your teeth?

What if it could help you breathe better, sleep better, and even rejuvenate your face—all without surgery or extractions?

Created by Dr. Azadeh Afzali, VitalOrtho™ is a revolutionary, holistic, non-surgical orthodontic protocol designed to restore natural bite function, support TMJ health, improve airway flow, and enhance facial structure through gentle, guided expansion of the palate.

Unlike traditional orthodontics that focus only on tooth alignment, VitalOrtho™ addresses the root causes of crowding, jaw misalignment, and facial underdevelopment—stimulating natural growth and balance from within.

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VitalOrtho is designed to address

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A NATURAL LIFT

FROM THE INSIDE OUT
By restoring proper bite function, decompressing the TMJ, and optimizing neuromuscular balance, VitalOrtho™ can help support and lift the midface and lower facial structure.

This creates a subtle, natural “facelift effect”—not by pulling the skin, but by re-establishing the foundation of the face. Many patients notice improved facial symmetry, more defined jawlines, and a more youthful appearance as their airway, bite, and muscle balance are restored.

Why VitalOrtho™ Matters for Dental Implants

A healthy bite isn’t just about appearance—it’s the foundation for long-term oral health.

Poor jaw alignment can lead to TMJ disorders, breathing issues, and can even complicate restorative procedures like dental implants.

Dr. Afzali’s VitalOrtho™ protocol ensures that the upper and lower jaws are properly aligned before implant placement, creating the stability needed for lasting results. By correcting alignment first, patients avoid future complications while gaining a healthier bite, improved posture, and greater comfort.

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Life Changing results

That You can feel… and See

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Featured Services

Fastbraces

FastBraces®

Move roots and crowns together—often in months, not years. A revolutionary approach for patients who want faster results, improved function, and non-surgical solutions.

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HealthyStart®

Early intervention for children that guides natural jaw and airway development, helping prevent sleep-disordered breathing, crowding, and long-term orthodontic issues.

ClearCorrect

ClearCorrect®

Discreet, removable aligners designed not just for appearance, but to support airway health, jaw function, and a lasting smile.

Financing & Insurance

We understand cost is often the biggest concern. That’s why we make care accessible with flexible options:

  • Insurance-Friendly — we accept most PPO dental plans and maximize your benefits.
  • CareCredit® — interest-free payment plans so you can spread costs over time.
  • Sunbit® Financing — easy monthly payments with no hard credit check.
  • Custom In-House Plans — tailored arrangements for families and individuals.

Our team will walk you through every option, answer your questions, and make sure cost never keeps you from the care you need.

COMPREHENSIVE DENTAL

ALL YOUR DENTAL NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOF
Happy Patients
Years of Experience
Awards of Excellence
Success Fastbrace Cases

PROMISED… AND DELIVERED

Dr. Afzali was the first doctor who promised and delivered on fixing my smile without surgery. I’m beyond thankful that she and her team put in so much work on a difficult case. I’m in love with my new smile.” – Kayla K.

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What Our Customers are saying

Real People. Real Reviews.
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Steve Keating
504 days ago
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Fantastic experience at Lifetime Dental everyone is so nice! Thank you so much for my smile I am so happy.
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Allison Duck
584 days ago
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Despite my daughter excitedly telling complete strangers, “MY MOM HAS BRACES!,” I’ve not really advertised the fact I was indeed a 40-year-old in braces. While I wasn’t thrilled to have to go through the braces again, I sure was happy to discover functional dentistry was a thing and that it has the power to eradicate TMJ pain. A few years ago, I started having major pain in what I thought was my ear area. After several trips to docs, certain I had bad double ear infections, I was told I had TMJ. I’d heard of that but didn’t really understand what it was. It sounded like the common treatments were Botox shots or wearing invasive mouth guards, neither of which appealed to me. I was pumped to find out my dentist, Dr. Afzali of Lifetime Dental & Fastbraces was actually a functional dentist who did orthodontic care through something called Fastbraces. Like the name indicates, your treatment is much faster than a standard course of braces, like I had at a far too young age, when I was about 10 and not done growing yet. Hence my teeth moved a lot after those braces and my bite wasn’t right, leading to TMJ pain. Dr. Afzali showed me results from TMJ patients who tried Fastbraces and I took the plunge in December of 2022. By January of this year, about a month after starting treatment, I could not believe my TMJ was completely gone. No more giant ball of swelling at my mandibular joint. No more crazy pain in my ear. No more clenching my teeth at night. I could not believe the results but I was living them so I knew it was actually happening! I had fun getting pink and purple bracket rubber bands to amuse my daughter and I definitely got rainbow “gay-ces” for PRIDE month before I got my braces removed! 🌈 The staff answered all my questions throughout the process so patiently and treated me like family. I’m so happy with the results! This process was never for a cosmetic goal but it really feels good to be pain free in my jaws AND have a confident smile again. 😁
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MARIO PANZARINO
1184 days ago
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Very friendly and professional !! Great work !@
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Roxana Arias
1303 days ago
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Me encanta venir aquí me tratan muy bien me siento como en familia. Las muchachas de la recepción me ayudan Maria , Eli y las muchachas de la parte de atrás Magali y Cindy son gentiles la doctora Hasoon me hiso todo mi trabajo rápido y muy bonito.
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Natalia Mojica-Barrios
1305 days ago
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my mom needed dental work asap and this is the only place that helped us out with payments and fast braces 😬 love the staff Eli, Magaly and Cindy caring and place is clean
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Rebecca Santana
1311 days ago
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Really good service. Elli is a great helper and really understanding. Good price and always willing to help with anything recommend. No waiting time I got to be seen same day
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Gloria Elias
1448 days ago
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I love this place I am so happy I found it the doctor took my tooth out in and out the girls in the front helped me with the payments I will recommend to allá of you
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Review Facts
1819 days ago
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I had been his patient before my daugh was born. My daugh now is 20, soon will be 21. Dr. Shain and his staffs, are family-like to us. They knew my daugh whereabouts since her kindergarten and up until now. This place or his business, deserved 5*****. Here are the reasons why: 1. He is honest and his staffs(dont take shortcut 2. Friendly environment 3. Clean place 4. Work with ur budget 5. His staffs are very watchful when his doing the procedures 6. Very detailed procedures (all staffs Lastly, I could never find a place that i feel comfortable with. --------------------------new ANNOUNCEMENT below. As of 8/15/21.. Apparently Dr. Shain will no longer be our dentist. I will give this new ownership and a new dentist a try and will see it then.
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Jerry Dinet
2 days ago
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Lifetime dental in Fases of Riverside, is an amazing place. All the people are truly nice people they care you’re greeted with a smile which automatically makes you feel comfortable. I would Recommend this location for any and all of your dental needs they make you feel at home
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Claudia Rodriguez
15 days ago
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They always take care of me when i’m there. Above all they are always kind and professional. I’ve had my fast braces for almost 2 months now and I already see a noticeable difference. I was suffering from TMJ pain for about a month and couldn’t open my mouth to drink water or yawn nonetheless. Definitely recommend everyone at this location..also have great general dentists as well! Might as well get everything done under one roof to save yourself some time!
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Shirley Hunter
23 days ago
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Parents at Lifetime Dental today was amazing. The outstanding professional and caring customer service showed was evident from the front desk to the Dentist that was caring for me. With the hustle and bustle of the world. Receiving such Care that made me feel valued as a patient was beautiful.
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Alejandra Buxton
23 days ago
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The staff is always friendly and always makes sure to answer any questions I have. Would definitely recommend this office to anyone looking for an honest and friendly dental treatment .
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Denis Montoya
27 days ago
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Jennifer assisted me today with a clean up. She was great, checked on me if I was doing fine while she cleaned and flossed my teeth, and did an awesome job. Made me feel comfortable and made me feel at ease. She was outstanding and knowledgeable. Definitely will come back for her services and the rest of the staff was great as well. Thank you Jennifer.
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Em Smith
28 days ago
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Very nice and professional staff. Office was clean and organized.
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Jonatan Parra
28 days ago
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Great staff and they’re very punctual. Overall a great experience and I’m leaving with cleaner teeth then when I first came in.
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Mareta Tagaloa
28 days ago
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I would recommend this office all the time. Everyone is friendly and they all make my visits comfortable and welcoming.
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Bruce Roger
82 days ago
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I had an emergency, broke a crown. I called and was able to schedule an immediate appointment. Came in, received a temporary crown and all the necessary steps were taken to get my final replacement in less than 2 weeks! Loved all the staff, they were professional and extremely helpful. I’m extremely happy with every aspect of service, staff and my new crown and would highly recommend Lifetime Dental for all Dental matters. Thank you guys!
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Marcus Guytan (Gilly)
108 days ago
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Best experience I’ve had in a very long time with a Dental office. Aida was amazing, putting in my crown and ensuring a smooth transition with no pain or discomfort whatsoever, was amazing. I thoroughly enjoyed her patience and attention to detail when it came to putting in and securing my new crown. Thank you very much for all your hard work It was a favorable experience all around!!!
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Camellia Abolghassem
164 days ago
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I’ve been going to Lifetime Dental for both my dental care and orthodontic treatment, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. They are incredibly patient, thorough, and truly care about their patients’ long-term results, not just quick fixes. Every visit is smooth, and the team is always welcoming and professional. I’ve seen great progress with my orthodontic treatment and feel completely confident in their care. Highly recommend to anyone looking for quality dental or ortho work! UPDATE: I completed my treatment and I couldn't be happier with the results. The treatment has made a huge difference and has truly helped fix my TMJ problem. A special thank you to Dr. Azadeh Afzali for her incredible care, professionalism, and expertise throughout the entire process.
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Jose Izquierdo
168 days ago
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Wonderful staff and friendly atmosphere. A+

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Advanced Technologies

for better care. and for a better experience.
Our advanced tools aren’t just for precision—they’re for your comfort, safety, and results.
  • Digital Smile Design – see your new smile before treatment begins, ensuring confidence in your decision.
  • Cone Beam CT Scanner – 3D imaging for precise diagnosis and treatment planning, reducing surprises and improving outcomes.
  • Panoramic X-Rays – full-mouth images in seconds, helping us detect issues early while keeping radiation low.
  • Soft Tissue Lasers – gentle gum treatments with faster healing, less bleeding, and minimal discomfort.
  • Ultrasonic Scalers – powerful yet gentle cleanings that remove plaque and tartar more effectively than traditional tools.
  • E4D & 3D Printing – same-day crowns and restorations, so you leave with a complete smile in just one visit.