Kebabs are great for kids and adults with braces, as the meat component can be pre- cut into bite sized pieces that will protect your braces! Use any other favorite meats or vegetables as you please. INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves, minced 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar, or cider vinegar 2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour… Read more »
Boxty pancakes with a creamy chicken and leek filling recipe
A boxty is a traditional Irish potato pancake, usually made with mashed and grated potatoes. Which means most kids will love them, and the consistency is great for not damaging their braces. The filling can easily be tweeked and changed according to kids tastes and preferences. INGREDIENTS For the boxty: 2-3 raw potatoes, peeled 2-3… Read more »
Swedish Meatballs Appetizer for New Years
Here is a recipe for a New Years appetizer that kids usually really like and is gentle on their braces. Enjoy, and Happy New Years! – Dr. Dan Swedish Meatballs Makes 36 8 ounces ground sirloin 8 ounces ground pork 1 small onion, finely chopped ½ cup sour cream 1 large egg, lightly beaten… Read more »
Corned Beef- Tater Tot Casserole
Here is a nice easy to make casserole for Christmas morning, Kids love the tater tots, the consistency is easy on your child’s braces and the fillings can be easily substituted! – Dr. Dan Ingredients 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for greasing the baking dish 6 cups frozen potato tots, from a 32-ounce… Read more »
Easy Baked Apples
With Thanksgiving approaching, baked apples are a great treat to cook with your kids, and the soft consistency is great for keeping braces safe! -Dr. Dan Ingredients 4 large baking apples, such as Honeycrisp 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, softened 1/2 cup brown sugar 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 cup chopped pecans Directions Preheat… Read more »
Easy Halloween Pudding Cups
Halloween will be here soon. Here are some braces friendly treats that are both fun, and easy on your wires and brackets! Prep time: 5 mins Cook time: 10 mins Total time: 15 mins Serves: 5-6 Ingredients 1 package of Jell-O Vanilla Pudding Mix 3 cups milk 2 drops of green food coloring 1 chalk… Read more »
Pumpkin Bread
Fall is here, and so are pumpkins! This is a nice soft desert perfect for not breaking your braces! – Dr. Dan Ingredients 3 cups sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 4 eggs, lightly beaten 16 ounces canned unsweetened pumpkin 3 1/2 cups flour 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1… Read more »
Ultimate Lobster Rolls
It is the dog days of August, and this is nice summer time recipe. All of the ingredients have a great consistency to keep your braces safe! -Dr. Dan Ingredients SERVINGS: 6 Kosher salt 3 1 1/4-pound live lobsters 1 celery stalk, finely chopped 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives… Read more »
Grilled Grouper with Watermellon Salsa
Watermelon is in season at our local farmers markets, and this is a little different combination from what is expected! All the ingredients here are a great size and consistency for keeping braces safe! Ingredients 4 (4-oz.) grouper fillets 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 teaspoon salt, divided $ 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided $… Read more »
Pesto with pasta (or any seafood or meat)
Pesto is one of the easiest, and most flavor-packed ingredients that you can make. I is great on your favorite pasta, seafood, chicken or steak. Pesto on pasta is a great meal for your first couple days in braces, as the consistencies are all relatively soft. My son who is in braces loves this, while my… Read more »
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Chrissy Baugh
Castle Rock, CO
My son actually looks forward to his Ortho visits! Dr. Rejman makes him laugh, and teaches him lots of ‘cool stuff’ about his teeth and how braces really work.
Jacqueline Avner
Highlands Ranch, CO
Dan Rejman is a friendly, dedicated, family oriented person who does whatever necessary to make the orthodontic experience excellent. Dan made my son feel very comfortable and even came to our house to work on him. He is amazing and knowledgeable and I love having all three of my kids go to Dr. Rejman right here in the Meadows.”
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Castle Rock, CO
My daughters look forward to all appointments with Dr. Rejman… He makes them feel completely at ease – with at least a few laughs per visit! My husband and I appreciate his way with children, and we feel very fortunate to have found such a talented expert in his field. He is a true professional.
Tamara Smith
Golden, CO
Dr. Rejman has cared for my two daughters through screenings, watchful waiting, and then careful monitoring while they were wearing braces. He always involves all of us in the decisions, making sure that we are educated and informed about every aspect of their care. He is caring, compassionate and kind with his clients, as well as professional and competent. I have complete faith in his work and recommend him without hesitation.
Katie Wilde
Castle Rock, CO