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September, of course, signals the approach of fall. Well, in Texas we enter the autumn season officially, but we don’t necessarily enjoy the changing colors of the leaves on trees like other places. However, other places don’t get to enjoy the tremendous colors and pageantry that we do on football fields and stadiums across the state! Speaking of football, we offer our congratulations to the Prosper ISD on the completion of their multi-sport stadium. It’s an impressive structure and it joins some of the other unique structures that, taken together, help define our Town as a progressive, forward-thinking community. A community, however, that is nevertheless still solidly tied to our history and traditions. One of those important traditions is the annual Community Picnic, set this year for Saturday, September 7 at Frontier Park. That gathering is an important milestone every year, as it brings us together as a diverse group of people and families with a common purpose. Our Town, while growing and expanding at an unprecedented rate, still clings to those highminded ideals and principles of helping and taking care of each other. While other communities struggle while striving to show empathy and compassion, we have made those values a part of the fabric of our community. For example, during the Community Picnic, residents are encouraged to bring canned goods to help resupply Bethlehem Place, the area’s food pantry. We never forget that some members of our community are faced with difficulties, financial and otherwise, and need a helping hand. Residents, 10 | September 2019 WeAreProsper.com

in conjunction with the students and teachers of Prosper ISD schools, participate in the “Hunger is No Picnic” campaign, helping restock the food pantry’s shelves. We believe that no family should be hungry any time of year, but especially as we enter the new school year. Also at the Community Picnic, a new initiative by Cornerstone Assistance Network NTC, called “September Santa,” will ask residents to bring an unwrapped gift for kids to be shared at Christmas. Gifts should be appropriate for infants to 18 years of age and should be between $15 and $40. Prosper has always been a generous and kind community, and these two programs held during our Community Picnic help illustrate that generosity in a tremendous way. Please accept my personal thanks for your participation in these programs. This time of year is very exciting for many reasons, but the heightened anticipation of our annual Christmas Festival is already in the air. Scheduled for Saturday, December 7, the festival, which grows larger every year, will be coming back to the downtown area, set for the grounds of Town Hall on Main Street. The afternoon will conclude with the lighting of the Community Christmas Tree. The final arrangements are being completed now, and we’ll share them as we get closer. A few reminders – please drive safely through school zones, the lives of our young people are worth far more than getting to work or home on time. Also, street construction will be with us for the foreseeable future, so please be mindful of detours, construction zones, and especially workers. Again, the safety of everyone is most important.

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Building Leaders One Black Belt at a Time Heather Reynolds

In June, one of our very own Prosper residents took to the mat in the International World Championship as a member of the USA Black Belt Team! Mr. Jared Grice-Hudson, Chief Instructor at Professional Black Belt Academy, was selected to represent the United States in the world championships in Kidderminster, England. After a grueling tryout process, Jared was selected for the team, which was coached by International Champions Robert Powell and Scott Wilkinson. The team trained intensely for months in Rockwall for this invitation-only competition. Hudson’s training consisted of working out 3 – 4 times each week, as well as doing CrossFit training and working with his personal coach and mentor, Grand Master Buddy Hudson. The team arrived in England a few days before the competition began to prepare. The day before the event, which was held in a huge Town Hall in England, the team gathered for their final practice. The venue was incredible with much history and incredible art on the walls and throughout the convention center. As the British Open Championship began, the United States team was scheduled to compete against the United Kingdom – Scotland, England and Wales. The first portion of the competition was Team Forms…and USA walked away with the GOLD! Next up was Team Fighting, and the US fought against England first. Jared was selected to fight as the 5th Man, which is the equivalent to the clean-up batter in baseball. It was a huge honor and privilege for him, and although the England team was favored, the USA was victorious! Next up was Scotland, which was a much larger team and their home crowd was extremely rowdy. When Jared took the mat, USA was ahead, and his job was to keep them ahead…not an easy task considering how large and strong his opponent was. He knew he’d have to fight much smarter and faster. It was a great fight, very intense and very close in points. In the end, Jared finished his fight with a strong head kick, putting him up by 3 points and winning the match! The United States, who came into the competition as the underdogs, walked away with another GOLD MEDAL in Men’s Team Fighting!! The next day were the individual competitions, of which Jared won the GOLD MEDAL in Individual Fighting and the BRONZE MEDAL in Individual Forms!! As we talked about the competition and the sport, it was apparent that he has a true passion for what he does. He is humble, kind and competitive – and loves to share his training and experience with the youth and residents of Prosper. His desire is to help his students achieve their goals and he believes that his experience as an International Gold Medalist is a huge part of that. He has also found a new passion for competing and is looking forward to continuing to make a name for himself on the International Circuit. In the meantime, he is working to achieve his goal of building a successful martial arts school and training his students to the highest level.

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PROSPER CELEBRATES THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL Thank you to everyone who submitted their student’s photo from the first day of school last month!! We had an overwhelming response, and look forward to making the photo submissions a regular piece of each issue! We’ve loved sharing your memories over the years and are excited at the opportunity to highlight the people that make Prosper great! Be sure to LIKE and FOLLOW our Facebook page – PROSPER Magazine (@ProsperMag) to keep up to date with each month’s photo submissions!! Next month, we’ll be sharing photos from our FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS!! Watch for the post on Facebook to drop in your favorite pics of your student, athlete, cheerleader, Talonette, band member, coach or fan!! EAGLE PRIDE just can’t be found anywhere like it is HERE…WE ARE PROSPER!!

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Hard Work and Preparation -Prosper Volleyball By Heather Reynolds

We have an amazing program in Prosper High School Volleyball!! For many of our players, volleyball is a year-round sport – they not only represent our PHS Eagles from August – November, but they also play on club teams around the metroplex from December – July. Two weeks before school even began, Prosper Volleyball began their tryouts on August 1st, announced their teams on August 3rd and then played their first game on August 6th! They have been hitting the courts ever since, preparing for their success in one of the toughest districts in the state. Prosper plays their first 9-6A district game against McKinney on Friday, September 13th. It is the success of our district season that ultimately determines how we advance to the playoffs, and Coach Erin Kauffman prepares the team well by stacking the preseason schedule with some of the toughest competition in the area. In the Eagles’ first tournament of the season, The Battle for the Rock, they came away with the Runner-Up trophy. On day one, they defeated defending TAPPS State Champion Prestonwood Christian 3-1, followed by a close 3-2 victory over Frisco Liberty. They then swept Southlake Carroll 3-0 in the semi-finals…but defending 6A State Champions Flower Mound proved to be too much, defeating Prosper 1-3 in the Finals. Outside Hitters Sami Jacobs and Nikki Steinheiser were both named to the All-Tournament Team for their strong efforts. The Lady Eagles then moved on in their pre-season schedule to defeat a strong Frisco Reedy team 3-1 and a close match over Denton Guyer 3-2, but then fell to Byron Nelson – who’s Varsity team is ranked #6 in the Nation. A few days later they traveled to the Leander Volleypalooza Tournament, where they finished 8th out of 66 teams! On day one, they defeated Rockwall Heath and Waller, but lost to Rouse. Day two was a sweep of victories over Waxahachie, Mansfield and Canyon, which placed them into the Gold Bracket for the following day. However, 18 | September 2019 WeAreProsper.com

Prosper lost to both Carroll and Lovejoy in the Gold Bracket. Juniors Sami Jacobs and Bailey Birmingham were both named to the All-Tournament Team as well.

Next up on the schedule, Prosper travelled to Lovejoy to take on the #1 5A ranked team in the State. The Lady Eagles, who have been bit by the injury bug, came out fighting but ultimately fell to the Leopards in 4 close sets. They then came home to face off with defending State Champs Flower Mound. Still riddled with injuries, Prosper managed to keep the match competitive, but ended up losing in 3 straight sets. The Lady Eagles continue to work on their mental toughness as they grow and develop as a team. Looking into the beginning of 9-6A district play, Prosper faces McKinney first, followed by Plano East, McKinney Boyd and Plano West this month. The Lady Eagles are prepared, getting players healthy and are excited to get into the meat of their season. Although they will be training and working one match at a time, their eye is always on the playoff season…and to get there, they must maintain a top 4 finish in this tough division. Let’s all get out there and show our support for these ladies as they begin their road to another State Championship!

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Planting a container garden couldn’t be easier. All you need is potting soil, plants and slow release fertilizer. That said, there are some things that are helpful to know before you get started. Make sure your container has enough drainage - Drainage may be the single biggest factor on whether your plants live or die. Make sure that your pot has a big enough hole or holes in the bottom to let excess water drain away. There are many garden pots sold in stores that have one tiny hole in the bottom that will not let enough water escape, so you will either have to be very careful in watering the pot, or even better, you should add more holes. If your pot is metal, you can poke holes by using a hammer with either a large nail or screwdriver. If your pot is ceramic, it can be a little more difficult to add holes, but I’ve had good luck using a drill with a ceramic bit. Don’t forget to wear safety goggles because it is common for pieces of the container or dust to fly around and you don’t want to risk getting them in your eyes. Remember, the more holes the better drainage. Many more plants are killed by drowning than not enough water. They second part of the drainage equation is keeping the soil in while letting the water out. I like to use window screening over the holes, but I have also used coffee filters, paper towels and newspaper in the bottom of my pots. Whatever you do though, avoid the suggestion to put gravel in the bottom of your pots to increase drainage. It doesn’t work, and in fact is counterproductive. It is also a good idea to elevate your pots, so that the water isn’t blocked from exiting out of the drainage holes. There are any numbers of ways to elevate your plants, but pot feet are the easiest.

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Remove your plants from their nursery pots carefully - When I first started gardening, I would grab it by the stem and pull to get it out of its pot. Often, I would just pull the top of the plant off sometimes killing it before I even got started. To avoid this, if you have a six pack of plants, that is made of flexible plastic, hold the plant close to the soil surface (I make a v out of my fingers and place them on either side of the stem) and squeeze the plants out of their holder from the bottom. If the plant is in a nursery pot, try pushing it out from the bottom. If it is root bound, you may have tear or cut any roots off that are sticking out the bottom hole of the pot and slide a knife around the inside of the pot, before the plant will slide out. In extreme cases, you may have to break the pot to free the plant. If your plant is root bound, which is often the case, make sure to break up the plant’s roots, either by tearing them or cutting them. Some people simply rough up the roots on the outside by rubbing them, but I’m a little more aggressive and often tear or cut a compacted root ball so the roots will be able to grow freely, not in a circular pattern, which can strangle a plant. Mix fertilizer into your soil - It took me years to realize that I was starving my plants to death. Most plants need food to survive and the easiest way I’ve found to provide food is to mix a slow release fertilizer into your potting soil before planting your container. I use a granular all-purpose fertilizer into my soil. I also then feed my plants with a diluted, liquid fertilizer every week or every other week during the growing season. Planting - There are two main things to know when planting in a container. You want to plant it at the same level that it sits in its nursery pot. In other words, the level of the soil should stay the same and no more or less of the plant’s stem or crown should be covered. You also want to make sure there are no air pockets and your plants’ roots are

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September 11, 2001 is a date that most of us remember vividly…we know exactly where we were and what we were doing at the moment we got the call or saw it on TV. It was the day our nation was horrifically attacked and the day that thousands of first responders and ordinary citizens perished. So many lost…people who had simply gone to work that morning, just doing what they had always done. It was tragic and frightening and it shook our nation to its core. And it is for those we lost that we vow to Never Forget. On September 7th, Prosper Firefighter/ Paramedic Bronson Wheeler and Parttime Prosper Firefighter Lindsey Tolin Prosper firefighter Bronson Wheeler greets Prosper Fire Chief Stuart participated in the 9th Annual Dallas 9/11 Blasingame before entering the building for the stair climb. Memorial Stair Climb at Renaissance Top Photo By: Marcus Ray, Middle Photo By: Joyce Godwin Tower in Downtown Dallas. The event is Bottom Photo by: Chris Fritchie a memorial to those first responders who gave the ultimate sacrifice on September 11th On September 11th, at 7:30am, the Prosper Fire for those they swore to protect and serve. The Department then hosted a commemorative symbolic memorial consisted of 343 firefighters, ceremony for our Prosper community. Over 70 law enforcement officers and 9 emergency the last decade, the ceremony has been medical personnel who climbed 110 stories, hosted at Central Fire Station, Frontier Park the same number of stories in the Twin Towers, and most recently, at Prosper Town Hall. The carrying the name of a fallen brother. Hundreds commemoration included a beautiful patriotic of additional climbers represented those who remembrance of the many lives lost in this have passed since 9/11 due to injury or illness tragedy – and on display once again was the from the attacks. Their motto…We Climb because Mobile Memorial. On the 18th anniversary of They Climbed. On display for the hundreds of this event, the hope is that we remember and firefighters, police officers and first responders honor each of those who fell and those who was the Prosper Fire Department’s 9/11 Mobile still serve and protect…that we never forget Memorial. The only known Mobile Memorial of the men, women and children who died at the its kind in the State, it consists of a recovered hands of evil…and that we never forget how steel beam from one of the towers at the World we banded together as ONE. We are a nation Trade Center that has been placed on its own who comes together in times of tragedy for the trailer and then decorated with remembrances. sake of good and for the sake of our country. Somberly, each of the hundreds of climbers We showed the world that day, and in the days touched that piece of steel as they entered the following, who America truly is…a nation who building to start their climb. will always rise, even from the ashes. 24 | September 2019 WeArePROSPER.com

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Bodine Orthodontics is committed to establishing a relationship with you and your family to provide individualized, expert orthodontic treatment that is second to none. When it comes to ensuring a healthy, straight, and stunning smile, he believes that you and your family deserve the exceptional customer service, careful planning, and specialized treatment that he and his Prosper orthodontic “Dream Team” provides. Because they believe in being customer and patient focused in all aspects of their business, they have built a stellar reputation by providing a higher standard of quality, care and service. The staff at Bodine Orthodontics love getting to know their patients on a personal level and are always committed to go the extra mile to make everyone feel at home.

Dr. Trevor Bodine

When not at the office, Dr. B enjoys spending time with his wife Courtney and playing with their two darling little girls, Madeline and Evelyn. He became interested in orthodontics at an early age after having a positive experience with his own orthodontist. He says, “I loved the idea of working with my hands in a field that is both sciences based and artistic.” Their vision and mission are to be an integral part of the communities they serve, to build lifelong relationships with their patients and families and to bring smiles to everyone they meet. Bodine Orthodontics is a proud supporter of Prosper ISD and surrounding districts, as well as a contributor to many community organizations such as the Prosper Ladies Association and Cornerstone Assistance Network. He has also been a proud sponsor of Prosper’s Pride in the Sky for six years in a row. “We’re an eclectic mix with one thing in common: we love creating smiles in the town we call home,” says Dr. Bodine. “Our team is proud to be the premiere orthodontic practice serving Prosper and surrounding areas by creating beautiful smiles with braces and Invisalign in a state-of-the-art facility.”

Bodine Orthodontics 972-347-1700 821 N. Coleman, Suite 110 Prosper, Texas 75078 www.BodineOrthodontics.com

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John-Michael Stewart, DMD (Oral Surgeon) - Stephen Walker, DDS, MS (Periodontist)

Andrew Arango, MD, DDS (Oral Surgeon)

Achieving optimal dental results often requires collaboration between a restoring dentist and a dental surgical specialist. At Texas Dental Surgery, they offer the complete scope of surgical procedures as their office has an oral surgeons, John-Michael Stewart, DMD and Andrew Arango MD, DDS, and periodontist, Stephen Walker, DDS, MS. For patients requiring multi-specialty treatment, this encapsulates the treatment, insurance, appointment trips and ultimately reduces stress for our patients. They believe that close communication with your referral dentist provides the best care for their patients. They board certified and accept numerous PPO insurance plans. Their partnership allows a team approach of two different specialists for your care. The doctors are all natives of North Texas and are excited in being valued members of the Prosper community.

to surgery during dental school and went on to attend medical school at the University of Texas-Health Science Center in San Antonio. After graduating medical school, Dr. Arango completed an internship in general surgery and then completed a residency in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Texas-Health Science Center in San Antonio. As an oral & maxillofacial surgeon who is both a licensed physician and a licensed dentist, Dr. Arango is uniquely qualified to perform surgeries of the face and of the oral cavity. He practices the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with an emphasis in orthognathic/reconstructive jaw surgery, sleep apnea, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) reconstructive surgery. He also has special interests in dental implants, wisdom teeth, bone grafting, and facial trauma.

John-Michael Stewart, DMD (Oral Surgeon) Dr. Stewart is originally from Dallas, Texas. He attended Cistercian Preparatory School and Southern Methodist University. For the Mustangs, he was the place-kicker on the football team and was awarded Kodak All-American in 1993. After college, he went to Boston University School of Dental Medicine. He graduated Magna Cum Laude in 1998 with his dental degree. His interest in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery led him back to Dallas for residency with the single aim to become a leading oral surgeon in the United States. He completed specialty training at the University of Texas-Southwestern Medical Center and Parkland Memorial Hospital in 2004. During this time, he received a medical degree from UT-Southwestern Medical School in 2002 and was certified as a legal practicing oral surgeon. Stephen Walker, DDS, MS (Periodontist) Dr. Walker is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Periodontology. He grew up in Dallas and attended Baylor College of Dentistry. While at Baylor, he was a member of the Odontological Honors Society and was selected to receive the Oral Biology Award and Merritt-Parks Award in Periodontics. After earning his D.D.S. degree, Dr. Walker continued his education in Periodontics at Baylor College of Dentistry. At the end of his three-year residency, Dr. Walker received his certificate in Periodontology and Master of Science degree. During his periodontal residency, he served as chief resident and conducted research analyzing the bone response to a new implant surface. His research was published in the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Implants. Andrew Arango, MD, DDS (Oral Surgeon) Andrew earned his bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree from Saint Louis University. He continued his education at The University of Texas-Health Science Center in Houston, where he received his dental degree. Dr. Arango became drawn 28 | September 2019 WeAreProsper.com

Their procedures include, but are not limited to: Extraction of Wisdom Teeth | Dental Implants Implant supported denture surgery | Bone and Gingival Grafting Exposing Impacted Teeth for Orthodontists Gingival Contouring for Esthetics | Treatment of Gum Disease TMJ and Orthognathic (jaw) surgery

Texas Dental Surgery 469-296-8680 1180 N. Coit Rd, Suite 40 Prosper, Texas 75078 www.TxDentalSurgery.com

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Dr. Tom Bietsch, Orthodontist

Imagine, you are in the middle of your workday and your child’s orthodontic appointment is in thirty minutes. Instead of leaving work early to drive across town so you can pick your child up from school and take them to their appointment, you were able to stay at work while your child was able to make their orthodontic appointment. Well, you can if your child is a patient at Bietsch Orthodontics. Dr. Bietsch brings a thirty-six-foot custom mobile orthodontic office to all Gunter, Celina and Prosper schools for his patients’ routine orthodontic appointments.

The convenience of Dr. Bietsch’s mobile bus, combined with his nineteen years of experience, sets his practice apart from any other orthodontic office in Texas. His unbelievable care for each patient and ability to create perfection within your child’s smile is why so many parents and patients love going to Bietsch Orthodontics.

Dr. Bietsch’s “Bietsch Brace Bus” has everyone talking and for good reason. Parents couldn’t be happier with the ease of one less appointment that they have to manage into their already busy schedule. Parents receive a video update of their child and Dr. Bietsch at the time of their appointment that explains how their child’s orthodontic treatment is progressing, if there was a change in a wire that may cause soreness later in the day, how their child is doing on their oral hygiene and what they can expect for their child’s next orthodontic appointment.

Bietsch Orthodontics 972-347-2222 221 N. Preston, Suite A Prosper, Texas 75078 BietschOrthodontics.com

Parents win here at Bietsch Orthodontics because we bring orthodontics to the schools, so they do not have to miss any work. Students win as well because they are out of class much less time and do not have to miss that after school practice or game because they needed to go to their orthodontic appointment. Dr. Bietsch sees how demanding parent’s schedules are and even more with multiple children, that is why he has created the mobile brace bus; a service that makes another doctor appointment for your child and you that much easier. Dr. Bietsch travels with his entire team too. At all mobile bus appointments, your child will be accompanied by Dr. Bietsch, his treatment coordinator, scheduling coordinator, financial coordinator and his three-chair side ortho assistants. Long appointments such as getting braces put on or taken off will be done in the primary office at Bietsch Orthodontics, but all adjustment appointments can be accommodated at your child’s school. Advertisement

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Dr. Tom Chandler completed his undergraduate studies at Indiana University, where he received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology in 1996. He earned a scholarship from the Army to attend the Case School of Dental Medicine in Cleveland Ohio. While at Case, he served as class president for three years, and student council president his last. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree in 2001. Dr. Chandler was commissioned as a Captain, and served as Dentist for the 75th Ranger Regiment at Ft. Benning, Georgia, where he completed his active duty commitment. He received an Army Commendation Medal for clinical excellence and service, along with the Army Physical Fitness award all three years. Following his service Dr. Chandler completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency Program at Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, 2004. He went on to receive his Fellowship Award from the Academy of General Dentistry in 2005. Dr. Chandler has active memberships in the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, North Texas Dental Association, and Dallas County Dental Society.

Dr. Tom Chandler

A happy, well informed patient is the key to a successful Dental Practice. Dr. Chandler believes what sets him apart from others is his philosophy on Dental Care. He lives his life by the Golden Rule of the Bibleâ&#x20AC;ŚDo to others as you would like them to do to you (Luke 6:31). When treating his patients, he pretends he is the one in the chair. How he interacts and treats them is the same way he would want someone to treat him. Rarely does this philosophy not allow him to have a successful outcome, and hence a happy patient. Please visit him at www.prosperdentistryandortho.com for more information.

Dr. Chandler married his wife Jennifer in 2006, and they have two beautiful boys - Vince and Max. He loves spending time with his family! He also enjoys music, sports, and the outdoors. Dr. Chandler and his family moved to Prosper in 2014, and he loves everything about the area. He enjoys practicing and being involved in the community where he lives. His patients are his friends, and he likes seeing them in the office and around town. Dr. Chandler believes what makes his practice different from others is that he has a wonderful team of individuals who truly care about their patients, and making the office a warm comfortable environment to have your dental work done. He offers a wide variety of Dental Services at his practice, including everything from cleanings, fillings, and root canals; to braces, extractions, and dental implants. Whatever your circumstances are, they will be able to meet your needs. For those patients who have anxiety towards treatment, they offer several options to make your visit comfortable including Nitrous Oxide, Oral, and IV Sedation. 30 | September 2019 WeAreProsper.com

Prosper Dentistry & Orthodontics 110 N. Preston Rd, Suite #10 Prosper, Texas 75078 972-346-2080 ProsperDentistryandOrtho.com

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Dr. Corbridge is passionate about helping patients achieve confident smiles. He and his wife Stephenie moved to Prosper in 2011 and love raising their kids in this wonderful community. Dr. Corbridge opened Corbridge Orthodontics in Frisco 8 years ago and enjoys serving the families here. Having received his education and training from some of the finest universities in the country, including BYU, UCLA School of Dentistry, and Baylor College of Dentistry, you can be confident you are trusting your smile to a professional. The mission of Dr. Corbridge and his team is to make you love your smile! Having fun along the way is just the added bonus. From the moment you step into Corbridge Orthodontics you feel the positive energy and sense the friendly, fun, and relaxed atmosphere. In the office you will also find cutting-edge technology including his iTero digital scanner which takes over 6,000 images per second and replaces traditional impressions. Dr. Corbridge is a Diamond Level Provider for Invisalign for teens and adults looking for a clear alternative to braces.

Dr. Jared K. Corbridge

In addition to transforming smiles, Dr. Corbridge loves giving back to his community. Each year he partners with Ronald McDonald House of Dallas, Frisco Family Services, and local schools through volunteering and donations. He also is the past co-chairman for the North Texas Dental Society’s “Give Kids a Smile” program which provides dental services to local children in need. Corbridge Orthodontics invites you to meet Dr. Corbridge and the team for your complimentary consultation!

Corbridge Orthodontics 214-705-6188 5110 Eldorado Pkwy, Suite 500 Frisco, Texas 75033 www.CorbridgeOrthodontics.com

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