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Who has the best smile in 2010? Porter Orthodontics Tells All…

Well, according to the “Teen Choice Awards 2010,” Taylor Lautner – aka Jason – was awarded the best smile in the world, based on the voters.

Watch Taylor’s acceptance speech on YouTube. He gives a nice shout-out to his orthodontist. The Teen Choice Award is positive proof how important a smile really is today. Why else would they be giving out an award for the best smile in the world!!!

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Blown Away by Bad Breath in Baton Rouge, Denham Springs, and Prairieville LA

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 prevent it?

Bad breath, or halitosis, is a term used to describe the noticeable bad odors exhaled when breathing. It is difficult to notice yourself, and embarrassing if you experience other people’s reactions. They may back away slightly when you start to speak or change expressions when the two of you are standing and talking face to face. If you are lucky, a friend or family member will let you know if you have bad breath before you are offensive to others. Read More

Why Choose An Orthodontist in Baton Rouge & Denham Springs LA?

American Association of OrthodonticsFor 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 occur if a malocclusion is not corrected before permanent damage occurs. Read More

Baton Rouge, Denham Springs and Prairieville LA Orthodontist Embraces Change

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 exciting, while sometimes stressful and challenging.

To start out… below is a great video Dr Porter found on YouTube. The team was very excited after they watched it together… “What a great way to open our first blog post!” It highlights amazing statistics about where the world is at right now and interesting insights on projections for the future.

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