Surprisingly, tooth decay can occur beneath the gum line well before any baby teeth appear in your child’s mouth. In order to prevent this and other early-onset oral health issues,…
While there are some indicators of whether braces will be necessary for a child, there are no definite signs. Early or late loss of baby teeth, biting of the cheek,…
WZZM 13 Interview | 02-13-21 Imagine if your dentist and orthodontist worked together at the same practice. WZZM 13 reporter Catherine Berhendt spoke with Dr. Felipe Porto from Smile Orthodontics…
Before you dismiss your dentist’s recommendation to see an orthodontist, take a moment to consider the benefits. Today’s orthodontic services are widely used for children, teens, and adults alike, and…
Smile Dental Partners is excited to welcome Felipe Porto, DDS, MS, MSD to the Smile Orthodontics team. Dr. Porto received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University…
2020 has been an unusual year to say the least. Our friends at Daydreams Pediatric Center are giving West Michigan kids an extra special reason to smile this holiday season….
WZZM 13 Interview | 11-06-20 Is it safe to visit the dentist? What about kids? Many people are concerned about the recent spike in COVID-19 cases throughout West Michigan. WZZM…
Experts continue to recommend basic safety protocols to minimize the risk of exposure to COVID-19. These familiar safety measures have now become part of our daily routines—social distancing, face masks,…