Latest Photo of Dr Bruntz's Little Girl

It's amazing how at just 5 1/2 weeks old Carrigan already has Daddy 100% wrapped around her little finger. The photo was taken in our Reno office last week when Carrigan came to visit.

The Reno Office of Orthodontic Partners: Drs Lohse, Corbridge and Bruntz

This week we wanted to do a feature on our Reno Office, one of the four convenient locations of Orthodontic Partners in Nevada.

Our Reno office is located just off of Moana Lane at 3605 Grant Drive, Reno, NV 89509.

As you come in you will instantly notice our Reno Office has a great music theme. If you play the guitar you are going to love looking at all our music memorabilia. And if you just want to relax, we have a nice coffee bar complete with tea, hot chocolate and fresh brewed coffee. Many of our patients love to see how many names they know from our Hall of Fame. And of course we have video games for the young at heart.

We think orthodontics should be a positive experience. Our goal is to have all our patients look forward to their visits. Great Doctors, friendly staff and a fun atmosphere. Visit us on the web at www.orthodonticpartners.net or call (775) 825-4804.

Congratulations Morgan Nelson

Congratulations to Morgan Nelson. From all of our patients with registered e-mails we drew Morgan's name. We hope she enjoys spending her $100 gift certificate to the Summit Mall.

Our Celebrities with Braces contest starts the 1st of January. Be sure to stop by one of Orthodontic Partners three convenient locations to enter.
For office hours, call (775) 825-4804.

3605 Grant Drive, Reno, NV 89509
10645 Double R. Blvd., Reno, NV 89521
1205 Baring Blvd., Sparks, NV 89434

You could be one of three lucky winners to each receive a pair of movie tickets to see your favorite celebrity on the big screen. Contest ends February 28th, 2010.

Good Luck!

Drs Lohse, Corbridge and Brunta along with the staff of Orthodontic Partners wish you a Happy Halloween.

Let’s Talk About Toothpaste

Have you been trying to go a little greener these days? Maybe you spend more time comparing organic and non-organic products at the store? If this is the case, then perhaps you’ve noticed that organic and natural items have begun to pop up in more aisles than just produce!

The good news is that you can smile - you’ve got tons of choices, even when it comes to your dental health. Let’s start with toothpaste. There are so many different brands to choose from, and now you must make the choice between natural toothpaste and regular toothpaste.

Some of your natural toothpaste brands include:

• Tom’s of Maine
• Kiss my Face
• Jason Natural Cosmetics
• The Natural Dentist
• Nature’s Gate Organics
• Trader Joe’s All Natural Toothpaste

Regular toothpaste brands include:

• Colgate
• Crest
• Aquafresh
• Arm and Hammer
• Aim
• Oral-B

The good news for you is that both natural and regular toothpastes are good for you and your teeth. The main difference is that natural toothpaste does not contain saccharine (an artificial sweetener) or sorbitol (humectants used to give toothpaste its pasty consistency and keep toothpaste from drying out). Both natural and regular toothpastes contain fluoride, which is essential for protecting the health of your teeth. If you have any questions about a particular type or brand of toothpaste, ask us at your next appointment. You can also call our office at 775-624-5476 and we’re happy to answer any questions you may have about your dental health.

--Orthodontic Partners

Congratulations to Kirsten, From Orthodontic Partners!

Orthodontic Partners would like to congratulate Kirsten who was recently married. Kirsten is one of our talented orthodontic assistants.

How To Stay Young And Healthy from Orthodontic Partners

Whether you’re 5 or 50, your health depends on your awareness of what’s good for you. But in a world filled with fad diets, blaring advertisements, and unintelligible ingredient lists, we at Orthodontic Partners know it can be difficult to determine exactly what is good for you – and what’s not.

For straightforward guidance on how to live a long, healthy life, we recommend Brush Your Teeth! And Other Simple Ways to Stay Young and Healthy by Dr. David Ostreicher. The book sums up good health in six fundamental principles: hygiene, diet, attitude, exercise, sleep and personal safety.

Drawing on nearly three decades of experience as an orthodontist and professor of health and nutrition, Dr. Ostreicher definitively answers age-old debates, like the best way to prevent colds and flu (your mom was right: wash your hands). He provides straight talk on a variety of diet choices including salt, fats, carbs and organic food, and he documents the importance of regular sleep, stress reduction and positive thinking to your overall health. His suggestions throughout are simple, clear, and inexpensive.

Dr. Ostreicher advocates a back-to-basics, common-sense approach to staying young and healthy. We at Orthodontic Partners couldn’t agree more, and we’d like to repeat the title of his book as our favorite piece of advice: don’t forget to Brush Your Teeth!

When is Thumb-sucking a Cause for Worry? Orthodontic Partners Explain

Lots of you have asked us at Orthodontic Partners about whether it’s healthy for children to suck thumbs (or, less frequently, fingers). If you’ve got a thumb-sucker in the house, you are not alone. Research tells us that between 75% and 95% of infants suck their thumbs. Is this anything to worry about?

In most cases, no. Sucking is a natural reflex for an infant, and can provide security and contentment as well as relaxation for your little one. It’s a habit that most children grow out of between the ages of 2 and 4.

However, if your child keeps sucking after he’s gotten his permanent teeth, it’s time to take a closer look. If your child sucks his thumb aggressively, putting pressure on the inside of his mouth or his teeth, it could cause problems with tooth alignment and proper mouth growth. If you’re worried, give us a call at Orthodontic Partners and we will help assess the situation, and, if necessary, provide tips for how to help your child break the habit.

Thumbs Up To Anderson School's Top Readers From Orthodontic Partners

Orthodontic Partners is pleased to give a big Thumbs Up to the 20 top readers of Anderson School. Orthodontic Partners has been a Partner in Education with Anderson School since 1991 and recently sponsored their “Reading Counts Challenge” and hosted a pizza party for the top readers. As part of the festivities impressions were taken of the student’s thumbs and poured in plaster so each student would have a remembrance to take home.

Mom and Dad Can Have Perfect Teeth Too

Focusing on your kids' teeth so much that you're neglecting your own? If you've been thinking wistfully about having your own set of perfect teeth, let us know! At Orthodontic Partners, we are specially trained to offer an adult-friendly option for straightening teeth called Invisalign.

This course of treatment consists of a set of clear aligners that are molded to fit your teeth using a proprietary technology. You wear them all day and night, except for meals, brushing, and flossing – when you can easily slip them out to make eating and cleaning a snap!

Because they're clear, your teeth will be steadily straightening – and no one will know it but you!

Time and expense

Your teeth are unique, and the cost of Invisalign varies according to the complexity of your treatment plan. The time involved in treatment varies as well, and with new Invisalign Express, designed specifically for common problems like minor crowding and spacing, you could have your new perfect smile in less than six months!

Thinking ahead

If your health care plan covers orthodontics, it most likely covers Invisalign treatment to the same extent as conventional braces. Check your benefits, then give us a call at Orthodontic Partners, and we can discuss the specifics of your treatment.

Reading Counts Challenge Sponsored by Orthodontic Partners!

Congratulations to all of the bright students at Anderson Elementary School for their enthusiastic participation in the Reading Counts Challenge sponsored by Orthodontic Partners. Students earned anywhere from one to 25 points for each book they read during the month of November. At the end of the month the combined total of all the points from each student was 7,257 - WOW!

All of the students who participated received a button and had the chance to win other great prizes like an ice cream cone or even a “pizza party” with Dr. Lohse. Orthodontic Partners has been a Partner in Education with Anderson Elementary School since 1991 and is pleased to have sponsored such a wonderful, educational event.