Your experience at Wentz Orthodontics matters to us. We are blessed to be a part of an amazing community. Thank you to all of our incredible patients whose smiles and lives we get to be a part of. Here are just a few of our awesome patients smiles this summer!
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Friday, July 26, 2019
#WentzOrthodontics Summer Smiles
Your experience at Wentz Orthodontics matters to us. We are blessed to be a part of an amazing community. Thank you to all of our incredible patients whose smiles and lives we get to be a part of. Here are just a few of our awesome patients smiles this summer!
Monday, April 29, 2019
Spring Smiles
Wentz Orthodontics has been serving our communities and have been creating smiles in an atmosphere that is easy for parents and fun for kids for over 25 years. We want our patients to live life smiling! Here are a few of our patients this month and their smiles.
To schedule an appointment with us or learn more about our services, contact us at (806) 79-BRACE. Learn more about what makes Wentz Orthodontics unique.
Wednesday, January 9, 2019
2 Healthy Habits to Encourage
Happy New Year! It is another fantastic start to a new year and we are so excited for all the smiles that will be transformed at Wentz Orthodontics. With the new year it is exciting to adopt new healthy habits and keep your smile in check. Here are 2 of our favorite habits we are encouraging our patients to adopt in 2019.
#1) Switch Toothbrush: Switching your toothbrush is a big step, most people disregard. Replacing your toothbrush can have a valuable impact. The Academy of Dental Association, recommends switching out your toothbrush every 3-4 months for health reasons and because the bristles can become too stiff, which can be too hard for your teeth and enamel. This simple step will keep your mouth and teeth feeling healthy.
#2) Pledge to Floss: Your smile is what makes you, YOU! This year, pledge to floss more. It’s never too late to begin flossing. Flossing not only helps you get rid of food debris, it also helps your overall healthy by removing plaque buildup and fighting against cavities.
To schedule an appointment with us or learn more about our services, contact us at (806) 79-BRACE. Learn more about what makes Wentz Orthodontics unique.
Friday, December 28, 2018
2018 Wentz Smiles
What an exciting year 2018 has been. We have been creating smiles in an atmosphere that is easy for parents and fun for kids for over 25 years. We want our patients to live life smiling! Check out a few of our patients and their smiles this past year.
To schedule an appointment with us or learn more about our services, contact us at (806) 79-BRACE. Learn more about what makes Wentz Orthodontics unique.
To schedule an appointment with us or learn more about our services, contact us at (806) 79-BRACE. Learn more about what makes Wentz Orthodontics unique.
Tuesday, July 3, 2018
Your Questions Answered: Wentz Orthodontics
What Is Orthodontics?
Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry that specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of dental and facial irregularities. The technical term for these problems is “malocclusion,” which means bad bite. The practice of orthodontics requires professional skill in the design, application, and control of corrective appliances, such as braces, to bring teeth, lips and jaws into proper alignment to achieve facial balance.
What Causes Orthodontic Problems?
Most malocclusions are inherited, and some are acquired. Inherited problems include crowding of teeth, too much space between teeth, extra teeth, congenitally missing teeth, and a wide range of discrepancies of the jaws, teeth, and face. Acquired problems can be caused by trauma, thumb or finger sucking, airway obstruction by tonsils and adenoids, dental diseases, and premature loss of baby or adult teeth. Many of these problems affect not only the alignment of teeth but also facial development and appearance as well.
How Do I Know If My Child Needs Orthodontic Treatment?
It is usually difficult for you to determine if treatment is necessary because there are many problems that can occur even though the front teeth look straight. Also, there are some problems that look intimidating and complex which will resolve on their own. Asking your general dentist is a good reference, but we are your best resource since orthodontics is all we do. Our initial exam is comprehensive and informative, and we would be more than happy to see your child and make any recommendations necessary.
At What Age Should My Child See An Orthodontist?
The American Association of Orthodontics recommends that your child be evaluated by age seven. An orthodontic screening no later than age seven enables the orthodontist to detect and evaluate problems that exist, advise if treatment will be necessary, and determine the best time for the treatment. Early detection of any orthodontic problems is important in order to take early corrective action and avoid more difficult treatment later.
Thursday, May 24, 2018
Orthodontist and Dentists? What’s the Difference?
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| Photo: American Association of Orthodontists |
You may be asking, what is the difference between an Orthodontist and a Dentist? An Orthodontist specializes in orthodontic treatment beyond the basic dental health care. The most common being, specialists in straightening teeth. Dr. Wentz is a board certified orthodontist and Dr. Reeves is a dual-degreed orthodontist and pediatric dentistry. We are committed to continually educating our team members so we can provide the latest, and most up to date orthodontic therapy. We consider our team the best, because that is what our patients deserve. We are committed to our patients, providing the best in orthodontic healthcare.
Wednesday, May 16, 2018
Summer! Foods! Braces? - Wentz Orthodontics
Summer is around the corner! Here at Wentz Orthodontics, we are excited for
BBQ’s, picnics, pool parties and vacation time! However, we are not so excited about the summer heat!
Summer in Texas, are the defining moment for kids. Everyone is out of
school and ready to relax. With relaxation and an abnormal routine, it is easy
for kids with braces to forget two important food categories they’re supposed
to avoid: hard foods and sticky foods!
Here are some great and not so great classic summer foods
that are great for kids (or anyone really) who has braces.
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
Braces For Kids
Orthodontic issues can develop very early in childhood, which is why early treatment is important for a number of specific conditions to prevent damage to the adult teeth or to limit the effects of a developing growth problem. One of our guiding principles at Wentz Orthodontics is to keep the amount of treatment required to produce a great smile to an absolute minimum. For more information on orthodontic treatment for children, click here to visit our website or give us a call.
Monday, August 14, 2017
August Recipe
Ingredients
RED LAYER
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 cup greek yogurt, vanilla or plain
- 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
- 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
- water or liquid for blending
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 cup greek yogurt, vanilla or plain
- 1/2 cup frozen peaches
- 1 small orange
- 1/4 cup frozen mango
- water or liquid for blending
- 2 frozen bananas
- 1/2 cup greek yogurt, vanilla or plain
- 1 cup frozen pineapple
- water or liquid for blending
- 2 frozen bananas
- 1/2 cup greek yogurt, vanilla or plain
- 1 handful (or more) spinach
- 1 cup frozen pineapple
- water or liquid for blending
- 2 frozen bananas
- 1/2 cup greek yogurt, vanilla or plain
- 1 cup frozen pineapple
- small amount of blue food coloring
- water or liquid for blending
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 cup greek yogurt, vanilla or plain
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- water or liquid for blending
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 cup greek yogurt, vanilla or plain
- 1/2 cup sliced beets
- 1 cup frozen strawberries or raspberries
Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Add more liquid to help it blend if it's too thick.
Transfer the smoothie to a bowl or container, rinse the blender and prep the next smoothie.
TO ASSEMBLE THE RAINBOW SMOOTHIE
Carefully layer each color smoothie in glasses in rainbow order. If desired, blend the smoothie using a straw or stir stick. Top each smoothie with a toothpick filled with leftover fruit.
Friday, July 28, 2017
Tips For Back To School With Braces
1. WATCH YOUR DIET
As an orthodontic patient with braces, it is very important for you to select your diet with caution. We know that there are several foods in school which tastes great but don't look great in your braces. Certain foods can either break a bracket or some foods are sugary and can have negative effects on the natural ability to brush behind the bracket. Be sure to make decisions on foods based on what is healthy, tasty, and won't harm your brackets.
Food to avoid: As an orthodontic patient we would advise that you desist from:
- Sticky or gooey foods
- Hard foods
- Sugary foods
- Acidic drinks
With braces on your teeth, you might be wondering if you should desist from sports or retire from being the captain of your favorite sports team, but the truth is orthodontics does not affect your ability to play sports. You can keep on with your braces and sports if and only if you have your mouth guard on. Mouth guards are safety measures that can mean the difference between just a bruised, fat lips and thousands spent in orthodontics repair work. While you are in any kind of physical activity (including gym classes), it is advisable that you wear a mouth guard which can protect your teeth and braces from flying sports balls, swinging elbows or an accidental fall or hit.
3. BRUSH AND FLOSS REGULARLY
Braces can easily trap food, and this trapped food can lead to other inimical dental problems. Because of this, it is very important to brush your teeth after every meal and to floss at least once a day.
4. DON'T CHEW ON PENCILS
Pencils, pen, and rulers are all hard objects and most times when you get bored, anxious or plainly destructive you are tempted to chew on them in class. Obviously, this can be destructive in the moment and can be grossly inimical over time. It is important that you don't practice these habits while wearing braces.
We know that maintaining braces in school is can be tough. That is why we ensure to give you the best plans of action to help you out.
For more questions and inquiries that you may have, we are always at your service. You can always contact Wentz Orthodontics.
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