Merry Christmas

May your blessings in this holiday be as beautiful as the snowflakes.

Love,
Wentz Orthodontics

HOLIDAY RECIPE: Red Velvet Banana Bread

Do you enjoy making holiday treats for loved ones or neighbors? Then you need to try this Red Velvet Banana Bread recipe we've found! It’s like banana bread and red velvet cake all at the same time. Add some character to it by drizzling with white chocolate and Christmas colored sprinkles!

Red Velvet Banana Bread is easy to make, and this recipe makes 5 loaves, perfect for a holiday gift! 

Ingredients

• 2 red velvet cake mixes (I used 2 (16.5 oz) Duncan Hines red velvet cake mixes)
• 6 eggs
• 2/3 cup vegetable oil
• 6 very ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 (12 oz.) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 8 ounces white candy melts
• Sprinkles

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 5 (8" x 3 3/4" x 2 1/2") loaf pans with parchment paper. Spray with cooking spray. Set aside.
2. Place first 4 ingredients in a large bowl. With an electric mixer, beat on low for 20 seconds, then turn up speed to medium and mix for 2 minutes. Stir in chocolate chips and walnuts. Pour batter into loaf pans. Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Let cool.
3. Place candy melts in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until completely melted. Stir until smooth. Pour into a clear plastic pastry bag. Cut the tip off and drizzle melted candy over the cooled bread. Let the candy melts set (about 20-30 minutes).
4. For a gift, wrap in clear plastic wrap. Tie a bow around it and add gift tag. Store at room temperature for 24 hours or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Happy Holiday's from Wentz Orthodontics!

Wentz is a Drop Off Location for Charlie's Kids-4-Kids Coat Drive

We are currently accepting new or gently used coats at our Lubbock office for Charlies Kids-4-Kids Coat Drive!
Wentz Orthodontics
4013 84th Street

ABOUT CHARLIE

Charlie Pitner is a 5th grader who is putting his faith into action with the help of FUMC's Kids-4-Kids Ministry! This is Charlie's fifth annual coat drive for local kids who need to feel warm this winter. When Charlie heard of local kids needing coats, he responded with BIG faith that God could use one child to bless others! Join Charlie in making a big difference in the life of a local child this year.

Can My Pre-Teen Wear Invisalign?

There is no “yes-or-no” answer. The decision, ultimately, will be made by the patient’s parents and their orthodontist. As long as your pre-teen has a fully developed set of teeth, Invisalign can be used in treatment. Invisalign clear aligners are generally safe for developing pre-teens, and the resulting tooth placement lasts a very long time. A consultation with Dr. Wentz and the team at Wentz Orthodontics can help you determine the best course of orthodontic treatment for your child in or surrounding Lubbock, Texas.

Imagine being treated with a set of braces that are virtually undetectable.
That’s the beauty of Invisalign clear aligners. Invisalign costs around the same as treatment with traditional braces, but is more discreet, more comfortable, and more easily worn than metal braces. Being treated with Invisalign in Lubbock, TX by Dr. Wentz of Wentz Orthodontics can correct a patient’s orthodontic issues without anyone ever noticing that they are wearing braces.

Invisalign instead of metal braces.
Image and self-esteem are critical personal issues for developing children, teens, and adults with a less-than-perfect smile. Dr. Wentz says that the real appeal of Invisalign clear aligners is the freedom to eat and drink whatever you want without worrying about damaging your dental work. Invisalign clear aligners are removable by the wearer, making cleaning, eating, and active pursuits more comfortable.

Follow the instructions.
Pre-teens being treated with Invisalign risk interrupting the progress of their treatment by forgetting to wear the appliance. An Invisalign patient is afforded the opportunity to remove the trays before eating, and a pre-teen patient may forget to replace them in their mouth afterwards.

Assuming your pre-teen is qualified for treatment with Invisalign, make sure too that they understand how to wear, clean, and store the Invisalign trays. For some pre-teens, it is easy to follow instructions at home, but in school your child may forget some of the responsibilities that come with being treated with Invisalign. With conscientious care and application, your pre-teen’s treatment with Invisalign will ensure a great set of healthy, straight teeth that will serve them well for a lifetime.

Invisalign works well for adults and teens, but only a professional like Wentz Orthodontics can help decide if Invisalign treatment in Lubbock, Texas is the correct course of action to take in regard to your child’s orthodontic care. To learn more about treatment with Invisalign, or to schedule an appointment with Wentz Orthodontics call us at: (806)79-BRACE.

Countdown to Christmas 2015

Wentz Orthodontics is blessed to be a part of an amazing community. As we enjoy participating in several local events throughout the year, Christmas time is no exception. Recently, Dr. Wentz and Dr. Reeves were featured on the KCBD Countdown to Christmas! We are so proud of the feature that we want to share it again, for those of you who may have missed it!

The Countdown to Christmas 2015 is not only a great way to get involved in the community, but there are some amazing prizes for you to win! Be sure to register this year and try your luck on the $300 MasterCard Gift Card Wentz Orthodontics gave as a contest prize! We hope you all have a very Merry Christmas!