Happy Holidays! From our family to yours, we want to wish you a beautiful season full of happiness, laughter, and of course - beautiful, shining smiles. The team at Boerne Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry likes to take this time of year to reflect on how grateful we are to be able to provide care to so many wonderful families in the Boerne, Texas area. We are dedicated to bringing healthy, beautiful smiles to all ages through a variety of dental and orthodontic services in Texas, making friends along the way.
Your Boerne TX One-Stop Solution for Family Dental Care
We know that life can be hectic, so we’ve strived to create a convenient practice that can be a one-stop shop for your family's dental needs. Save valuable time by scheduling your dental appointments for a variety of needs all at one location. Our integrated approach allows for comprehensive, specialized care for the whole family.
- Pediatric Dentistry: Set your child up for a lifetime of success by creating healthy oral health habits early. A dental evaluation is recommended by age one, laying the foundation for a healthy smile from the start. Early dental care will help your child get used to the dentist, allow us to monitor progress to watch for emerging issues, and teach your child the importance of taking care of their teeth. From check-ups to preventative care to restorative care and everything in between, Dr. Gomez and our team will ensure your child keeps their bright, happy smile.
- Orthodontics: For older children, teens, and adults, Boerne Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry offers comprehensive, high-quality orthodontic care to transform smiles to look and feel their best. Dr. Alfonso will use his extensive training to evaluate patients and create the perfect customized treatment plan for their needs and goals. For teenagers, braces can improve self-esteem while alleviating dental issues. Adults who have put off orthodontic care can confidently commit to making themselves a priority with a variety of options, including the versatile Invisalign that can provide treatment more discreetly.
As a practice, we find it exciting to educate and transform, watching confidence bloom right before our eyes.
Holiday Treats and Healthy Smiles
While we provide a variety of services aimed at helping families enjoy life with their healthiest smiles, patients hold a lot of that power in their own hands. During the holidays, it can be so easy to fall off routines, indulge in too many sweets, and put oral hygiene on the back burner. These tips can help protect your smile through the temptations of the holiday season:
- Enjoy In Moderation: Of course, you’re going to enjoy some holiday sweets, but be mindful of what you’re eating and do so in moderation. For example, if you know you’re going to a holiday party that evening, choose a healthy breakfast and lunch so you’ll feel better about that cookie you grab later.
- Stay Consistent: Don’t let holiday fun derail your family’s oral hygiene routines. Continue brushing and flossing as normal, maybe even adding in extra care to compensate for sugary snacks and drinks. Make it fun: turn your nightly teeth brushing routine into a holiday jam session by throwing on a fun song to dance around to while your kids are brushing.
- Plan Alternatives: For those with braces, the holidays can provide plenty of opportunities for setbacks with tempting treats that can cause damage to brackets and wires or otherwise harm the teeth. Find braces-friendly holiday treats so no one feels like they are missing out. Soft cookies and fudge, seasonal flavored ice cream, and hot chocolate with marshmallows are all great alternatives to hard or sticky candy.
- Make It Festive: Small extra steps can turn something simple into something festive and fun, making it more appetizing, especially for little ones. Make healthy snacking the preference with these fun ideas:
- Sugar-free jello can go from “oh” to “WHOA!” by using holiday-themed molds to create jiggling snowmen, ornaments, or candy canes.
- Use small cookie cutters to make fun shapes with cheese to add some holiday spirit to your cheese and cracker tray.
- Instead of a boring ol’ fruit tray, slide fruit onto skewers for handheld fruit kabobs.
- Cut out round pieces from apples and let your kid “decorate” them before eating, using other fruits, peanut butter, or soft chocolate spread.
Ring in the New Year with A Healthy Smile
Once the holidays wind down, it’s time for a fresh start. Ring in the new year with a healthy smile by scheduling an appointment with Boerne Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry. Discuss the importance of good oral health with your family and commit together to a year of healthy habits. If you’ve been considering orthodontic care for yourself, the new year is the perfect opportunity. Call us at (830) 310-6325 to take advantage of our dental consultation to explore your dental care options at Boerne, TX.
The team at Boerne Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry appreciates every one of you. We offer a variety of payment options to meet your oral health needs. We hope you have a wonderful holiday season and an even better new year. Keep smiling!