Blog

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.

Read More

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:

Read More

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.

Read More

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

Flossing may not be everyone’s favorite, but it is IMPORTANT! Flossing is just as important as brushing your teeth to prevent gum disease, cavities, and bad breath. Flossing helps to eliminate the accumulation of harmful bacteria and plaque, which is a result of food particles that get trapped between the teeth and under the gum line. These are places that the toothbrush can’t always reach! Below are 3 secrets from Dr. Joseph Porter at Porter Orthodontics to make flossing simpler.

Read More

The thought of chipping or cracking a tooth can be very scary. However, from time to time, things like that do happen. Fortunately, there are many treatment options to help fix a chipped or cracked tooth. The most important thing is to know what your treatment options are so that you can choose the best one for you. Read on for our best solutions on how to handle a chipped or cracked tooth and avoid dental distress from Dr. Joseph Porter at Porter Orthodontics.

Read More