By no stretch is it rare for your gums to hurt during and after flossing. Even some bleeding is to be expected. This is especially true if you have not flossed in a long time. However, if your gums do indeed hurt when you floss, and unbearably so, there are some things you can do.…
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As you near the end of your orthodontic treatment, you’re probably already imagining the day when your brackets and wires finally come off. Or the moment you’ve finished with your last set of aligners. That day might come just a bit sooner if Dr. Jones and our team recommend a positioner. While not as well-known…
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Contrary to popular belief, orthodontic treatment is not just for older children and teens who have alignment and spacing issues. At our Gretna or Metairie office, orthodontic treatment offers many benefits for children at a young age. Dr. Jones can identify your child’s alignment issues early, and provide treatment as the teeth begin to develop.…
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Brackets and wires, clear aligners, lingual braces, regular brackets, self-ligating braces, elastics, spacers—you and your orthodontist have had to narrow down a lot of choices to discover the best treatment for your orthodontic needs. Now that the end of treatment is in sight, there’s one more important choice left—your retainer! Do I Need a Retainer?…
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