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Items You Should Have at Home in Case of an Orthodontic Emergency

Our teeth do so much for us on a daily basis. While most of the time they are strong and reliable, accidents do happen from time to time. When emergencies do happen, it is crucial that you have some important items on hand so that you can handle them to the best of your ability. Keep reading for some advice from Dr. Joseph Porter at Porter Orthodontics about what items to have on hand in case of an orthodontic emergency.

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How to Prepare for Your Next Dental Visit

You should be seeing your dentist at least twice a year as part of your oral health maintenance. Although it can be challenging to find time for an appointment with busy schedules, these appointments are crucial to having your best and healthiest smile. Once you have your appointment, here is a list of things you should do before you go to your appointment from Dr. Joseph Porter at Porter Orthodontics.

You should see your dentist twice a year for check-ups. It is important that you have the necessary items for your appointment and also make a list of any questions or concerns you may have to make the most of your appointment time. Read below about how best to prepare for your dental visit.

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How to Teach Children to Brush Their Teeth

Oral hygiene is an important part of our health. Good oral hygiene should be instilled in children from a young age. Parents have a very important job to do when teaching children about how to properly brush their teeth. It is crucial that parents help their children to form healthy habits for their teeth while also making it fun. Below are some tips from Dr. Joseph Porter at Porter Orthodontics for making sure your child knows how to effectively and properly clean their teeth.

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Worry Free Dating with Braces

You have enough to worry about when getting ready to go on a date, don’t let your braces add to your worries! While date night can be a nerve-wracking experience, above all else, it should be fun! Fortunately, your braces don’t have to be a source of worry. With a few simple tips you can flash your beautiful smile at your date as many times as you want to without being worried about leftovers being hidden in your brackets. Read on for some advice from Dr. Joseph Porter at Porter Orthodontics:

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What You Should Know about Veneers

Veneers can change the appearance of your teeth in a way that can mask imperfections and boost your confidence in your smile. Thus, they might be a good option for you if you’re looking to reinvent your smile. However, there are a lot of things you should know about veneers before you decide if they’re the right choice for you. Keep reading for some information about veneers from Dr. Joseph Porter at Porter Orthodontics.

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Need to be the Tooth Fairy? Here’s What to do!

Losing a tooth is so exciting because it means they are due for a visit from the Tooth Fairy! This is such an exciting time in a child’s life, and a great opportunity to create lasting memories for your child. There are so many creative things that go beyond just putting money under a pillow nowadays. Keep reading for some ways from Dr. Joseph Porter at Porter Orthodontics to make your child’s visit from the Tooth Fairy a lot more exciting!Read More