School is out in most parts of the country and summer vacation will soon be here. Do you know what to do if you have an orthodontic emergency while you are out of town, on vacation, or away at camp? Here are some tips from Porter Orthodontics.Read More
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Refer a Friend Contest Winner
We want to congratulate Ms. Chelsie Cambre for winning the drawing for the iPad2 in the Refer a Friend contest (December 1, 2010-May 31, 2011). We thank each of you for the confidence you show in us by referring your friends and family. What an amazing compliment! Our current refer a friend contest runs through November 30, 2011. The next prize is an Xbox 360 with Kinect. Be sure to tell your friends and family about the incredible care we give and you may be our next winner!!
TLC Works Best During the First Few Days Wearing Braces in Baton Rouge and Denham Springs LA
Patients of all ages are self conscious when they first get their braces. It takes a few days to adjust both physically and emotionally to the look and feel of the appliances. Support and understanding from family and friends goes a long way the first few weeks to help patients adapt both physically and emotionally, especially with adolescents and teens already insecure with most aspects of their lives.Read More
Averting a Plaque Attack As We Grow Older in Baton Rouge and Denham Springs LA
At Porter Orthodontics we understand gum disease can become a big problem for people as they grow older. Luckily, it doesn’t just happen by accident, and if you know a little about what causes it, you’ll be better able to avoid it in the long run.Read More
Tired of the Gap Between Your Teeth?
We have all heard the song, “All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth.” As many of us know, there is nothing worse than having lost your baby front teeth and waiting (with a big gap in your smile!) for your adult teeth to come in. However, some people find it is just as frustrating to have both of their front teeth, but still have a big gap in between them. Below are some very famous women who display their gap with pride. (Jessica Hart, Natalie Cole, Anna Paquin, and Lauren Hutton.Read More
Easter Basket Ideas for Kid’s With Braces
At Porter Orthodontics we ask kids and adults in our practice with braces to avoid many of their favorite Easter candies that are hard, sticky, chewy, and high in sugar in order to protect their braces. Jellybeans are an Easter favorite and can raise havoc with brackets and wires. Here are three tips to make kids of all ages feel included by filling their Easter baskets with braces-safe candy and treats.
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