I have been personally involved with the National Football League players association since my playing days in 1981. This organization has evolved from a predominately players union rights advocacy group to what is new a powerful volunteer community social projects effort. The specific group is called the Former Players Committee and is headed by Cal Snowden. Former Redskins great Brigg Owens has been a force in establishing government and community partnerships with the DC Chapter. Projects include housing for wounded war veterans, high school essay scholarships and concussions/depression evaluations for retired players. Many other initiatives are evolving. See my recent tweet for video of our "Redskins Legends Meet and Greet" at the American Tap Room, Arlington VA, June 18th, featuring former greats Ron McDole, Clearance Vaughn, Virgil Seay, Larry Brown, Pat Fisher and many others.

The Frederick Keys are looking forward to an exciting and successful 2012 Campaign. Opening day was Friday, April6,at Grove Stadium-a breezy cool evening start. All sponsors were invited to another wonderful Matress Warehouse Club (mezzanine)buffet before game time where many new and renewed friendships took place.Frederick is a great town for a minor league team and stadium. The big hits this year are Ravens QB Joe Flacco's, brother, Mike Flacco, at first base and a new concession offering of a 3lb pretzel to be shared. Anew triple decker ham,swiss, tomato, lettuce and pickle sandwich is also in the offering, as well as a great new line up of fireworks nights. I will throw out the opening pitch as usual in late August. I want to see all those "grand slam smiles" at Grove Stadium this year, my 13th year as a sponsor!

New Smiles

When we complete an orthodontic case in my office, we allow our patients to show off their beautiful results. We video the patient stating their name and school, and then we zoom in on their new smile. The patient with the new smile loves it, and their friends and even family from out-of-state can see immediately the finished product. Visit our gallery by going to www.dr-pierce.com and click on link to UTube!

Economic improvement has allowed a noticeable upturn in the number of new patients starting treatment since July. Many, many adults and young people are seeing firsthand the magic that Orthodontics promotes in an attractive smile and healthy bite. Ceramic, and true invisible or lingual braces can help erase that stigma that many older patients feel subconsciously, It is often these thoughts of the braces "showing" or "hurting" that undermine a lifetime connection. Let us show you all the improvements and options that will change your opinion of braces forever.

Happy Holidays to all our patients new and old from our team at Dr Pierces office!

Our Annual Keys Game Night UpDate

On Friday night Aug 26 , I threw out the opening pitch in front of a fully packed Grove Stadium. The excitement was intense, and the keys went on to tie the game in regulation. In the end , it was a loss in inning 11. Family and friends enjoyed the game, good food and excellent fireworks at the close. I have some great photos and video with Miss Maryland, Miss Teenage Maryland, and our entire group on Facebook,website and tweet. Don't forget to join us next year!

Keys Baseball Even

It's that time of year again for our staff, family and friends to enjoy a night out at Grove Stadium-Frederick Keys baseball and Fireworks! As a billboard sponsor for over 12 years with the Keys, my staff and I take a lot of pride in our support and affiliation with this team and town. It is a good partnership as you will find in any small-medium city in America. Friendly, family-focused and quality minor league play all combine with imaginitive promotions for a great in expensive evening of fun. Come join us again, on Friday night August 26th behind the backstop on the first base side. Get on film for our website, and yell at Dr Pierce when he throws out the opening pitch!