Another Beautiful New Smile Made Possible by the Smile For a Lifetime Program

Kaelan Baumgardner, a 10 year old at Columbia Elementary School, received his Smile for a Lifetime scholarship this month. When Kaelan’s mother found out he was chosen she was so excited she went to school and announced it to Kaelan’s entire class. His entire class congratulated him. Kaelan tells us that, “having a new smile means that no one will be able to call him names like, Sponge Bob any more and he will have more friends.”

We are told that he is a wonderful young man with a huge heart who always has an interesting story about his Lego structures or favorite TV show. Kaelan does not let his slight misfortunes hold him back. He is always ready to offer assistance to other students in need. He also joins in school activities such as running for student council and participating in oral language activities. Kaelan’s father said, “He had God on his side, so he couldn’t lose.” William Jager, principal at Columbia elementary school told us, “Kaelan’s great attitude and happy disposition could only be enhanced by a beautiful new smile.”

The Smile for a Lifetime program chooses individuals who are good students, citizens, and are in need of financial assistance for orthodontic treatment. To learn more about the Smile for a Lifetime program, head over to the Montano Orthodontics web site.

Montano Orthodontics Patient Reviews

Montano Orthodontics provides superior orthodontic care for children and adult patients in the Bakersfield community. Just see what their patients have to say!Dr. Montano is very friendly and very knowledgeable. He answers all my questions thoroughly. I made the right choice when I picked Dr. Montano as my daughter's orthodontist.
-Megan A.

I can tell Dr. Montano really cares about the outcome of my treatment. He is always friendly, cooperative, and helpful. He has made a very difficult and trying time in my life much easier to manage. I don't feel like I am going through it by myself because he has been there with me each step of the way. Thanks Dr. Montano!
-Nicola H.

Dr. Montano and his staff are very nice and the office is very clean! I recommended my friend Stephanie; she got braces a few weeks ago! I will continue to send my friends and family to Dr. M!
-Felisha M.

Dr. Montano is very knowledgeable, he treats everyone with kindness and respect, and he has a very good reputation in our community.
-Katie C.

I like Dr. Montano because I didn't have to go through surgery, I get a prize for being on time at the end, and I get to play arcade games while I wait.
-Kaitlin B.

I like how Dr. Montano is a down-to-earth cool guy and I love how fast my smile is improving!!!!!!!!
-Stephanie O.

The office is very modern and professional, Dr. Montano is extremely friendly and his staff is excellent.
-Michael M.

Now That I Have Braces, What Can I Eat? - Montano Orthodontics of Bakersfield

You just got braces and the orthodontist has informed you that over the next several months you will want to avoid eating anything sticky, hard, crunchy, or chewy. What does this leave for you to eat? Lettuce? Nothing?

Luckily, there was someone else wondering the same thing when she first got braces! Brenda Waterman, 13, decided she was going to find a way to have her cake and eat it too, so she created a variety of “braces-friendly” recipes that allow you to enjoy your favorite treats without interfering with your orthodontic care! Her cookbook, “The Braces Cookbook: Recipes you (and your Orthodontist) will Love,” gives patients a variety of delicious recipes, safe to eat with braces; plus additional tips and advice for packing lunches, what to eat at parties, and braces-friendly restaurant dishes! There’s even a section with tips for dealing with the soreness that can occur when your braces or appliance are adjusted. Enjoy the foods you love – even with braces!
Here is a delicious, sneak peek recipe from “The Braces Cookbook:”

Wonderful Waffles

Forget the recipe that came with your waffle iron – this recipe will redefine fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth goodness. The secret to delicious waffles is letting the batter "sit" for five minutes before pouring into the waffle iron. Top cooked waffles with syrup, jam, fresh fruit or even whip cream. Makes about 5 servings!

Preheat your waffle iron according to the directions. You may want to lightly spray it with vegetable oil before heating.
• 3 cups flour
• 2 Tbl + 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 Tbl sugar
• 4 cups milk
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
In a large bowl, whisk (or use electric mixer on low) together all ingredients. Let batter sit for about five minutes to activate the baking powder.

When waffle iron is ready, pour about 1/3 cup of batter onto each of the four squares (experiment with your iron – you don't want the batter overflowing). Gently close the cover and set your timer as the manufacturer suggests. Do not lift the cover while they bake. When done, carefully lift one edge with a flat spatula and pull the waffle away from the iron. Keep waffles warm on a plate under a clean dishtowel while the others bake.

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