Our Loving Wentz Smiles

Our Lubbock, Plainview and surrounding communities are amazing. We love that our job allows us to help our patient’s smiles radiate confidently. We also like to share our patients smiles on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for everyone to view. Wentz Orthodontics has been serving our communities and have been creating smiles in an atmosphere that […]

The Importance of Retainers

Congratulations! You are near the end of your smile journey and your braces are about to be off! Nothing like that feeling. Even long after our braces are off, teeth shift and it is natural as we grow older. There is one thing you can do to ensure your smile remains the best it can […]

National Nutrition Month

March is National Nutrition Month and this month we are sharing 3 foods that help your smile shine by keeping your teeth healthy and white. Nutrition plays a key role in the health of your smile, and often an easy adjustment to make that can have positive effects. 1. Dairy: Dairy can have health benefits […]

National Facial Protection Month

April is National Facial Protection Month! National Facial Protection Month serves as a reminder over the importance of wearing mouth guards during sports, protecting your beautiful smile. 67% of parents surveyed by the American Association of Orthodontists said their child does not wear a mouth guard, yet 70% said their biggest fear is their child […]

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 32 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 […]

Prevent Enamel Damage

Your tooth enamel is the hard, outer surface layer of your teeth that serves to protect against tooth decay. In fact, tooth enamel is considered the hardest mineral substance in your body, even stronger than bone. Your tooth enamel acts as a protection shield against your teeth. There are several actions you can do to […]

2 Major Health Benefits of Straight Teeth

Fear of the unknown is human nature and some nervousness is to be expected prior to starting orthodontic treatment or even just learning more information on orthodontic treatment. You may even be second guessing if orthodontic treatment is right for you. There are many options to receiving orthodontic treatment, however the ultimate goal is a […]

Life with Braces: What to Expect During Your Treatment Journey

Starting your orthodontic journey with braces is an exciting step toward achieving a beautiful and healthy smile. At Wentz Orthodontics in Lubbock, TX, we understand that adjusting to life with braces can bring many questions and concerns. Here, we provide an overview of what you can expect during your treatment journey, from your initial fitting […]