The team at Porter Orthodontics ran across this video on blip.TV of the Kings Firecrackers performing at an Army/Navy Basketball Game at the US Navel Academy. We couldn’t wait to share it with you.
Halloween is a fun time of year for kids of all ages… but can be a “nightmare” for an orthodontic practice if patients are damaging appliances eating the wrong treats. At Porter Orthodontics we love Halloween!! However, we also are proactive educating parents and patients of the potential hazards that can occur if orthodontic patients don’t watch what
At Porter Orthodontics, we understand that bad breath can be a big turn off for most people, especially those that are image-conscious. It is also very annoying for people who deal with the problem. • How can you tell if you have bad breath? • What is the cause of bad breath • Is there any way to
There are many different types of toothbrushes to choose from and each brush has a different type of bristle! When buying a toothbrush, everyone here at Porter Orthodontics thinks you should know the bristles are your number one priority… then consider color, shape, and all the whistles and bells manufacturers use to lure you to buy their product.
For most people, a beautiful smile is the most obvious benefit of orthodontic treatment. But for Dr. Joseph Porter at Porter Orthodontics, the correct function of your bite is far more important. A malocclusion, or bad bite, can cause serious problems over a lifetime if left untreated. Loss of tooth structure, TMJ problems and even bone loss can
Our world, both professional and personal, is changing at lightning speed. It is an exciting age we live in and amazes us every day. If we are here today, where will we be one, two, or even ten years down the road? The amount of information and busy life styles we deal with moment-to-moment is mind boggling and
