Originally from Edgewood, New Mexico, Dr. Porter earned his undergraduate degree in biology at the University of New Mexico. He went on to complete his doctor of medicine in dentistry degree at the Arizona school of dentistry and oral health.
Dr. Porter has had the privilege of serving patients at various community health centers throughout Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. With a heart for helping the underserved, he really enjoyed participating in a dental mission in Atoyac, Mexico. He has also been involved in dental charity events like Give Kids a Smile in Arizona and Texas, and Mission of Mercy here in New Mexico.
He loves spending time with his wife Larissa, their daughters June and Kate, and their dog cooper. He also enjoys woodworking, dirt biking, horses, camping, playing guitar, and spending time with friends.
Following graduation from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry, he then worked for the Indian Health Service in Pine Ridge, SD, before returning home to Gallup to begin his practice.
Dr. Rainaldi has served on the State Board of Dental Health, and as a Trustee with the New Mexico Dental Association, but his greatest service is providing quality dental care to members of the greater Gallup area.
Porter and Rainaldi Dental is based on the philosophy of providing the best possible care in a caring and comfortable environment. The attentiveness to detail and training in all aspects of general dentistry have put this practice at the forefront of local dentistry. Today, as Dr. Rainaldi scales back from full time care to a limited schedule, Dr. Porter has stepped in on a full time basis to continue providing excellent care for the community of Gallup. Together, Dr. Porter and Dr. Rainaldi are committed to providing the best possible care for anyone who walks through the door. Our entire team is dedicated to providing our patients with the personalized, gentle care that they deserve. Come stop in and see for yourself.
