We all want to live our healthiest lives. We know that part of keeping ourselves healthy is regular visits to our Gretna or Metairie office for checkups and necessary dental work. And that dental work might require an X-ray. Should the amount of radiation in an X-ray concern us? First, it is helpful to know…
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If this is your first winter with braces, you might be wondering how to make the best of the holiday season. Dr. Jones and our team have some suggestions for happy and healthy holiday smiles. Treat Yourself Winter means tasty holiday treats, and just because you wear braces doesn’t mean you need to step away…
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It’s the season of giving and the start of a new year. What better time to gift yourself with the orthodontic treatment you’ve always wanted? Orthodontic treatment isn’t just for children and teenagers. In fact, adults make up a significant—and growing—number of new patients looking forward to beautifully aligned teeth and a healthy bite. And…
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Thanks for asking! It really depends on the dental age of the patient rather than their chronological age. Usually a good time to have your child evaluated by an orthodontist is after the front permanent teeth have erupted into the mouth or if there appears to be extreme crowding of the teeth. The American Association…
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