Thanksgiving

November 23rd, 2022

At Jones Orthodontics, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! Dr. Jones would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Gretna or Metairie area to the national level! When Americans sit down to dinner on the last Thursday of November, the day that Abraham Lincoln designated as the day…
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Awesome Archwires

November 9th, 2022

When we think braces, we can’t help but think of the brackets on each tooth and the colorful ligature bands that surround them. But actually, the whole point of those brackets and bands is to hold the archwire in place as it gradually moves your teeth to create a better bite and a straighter smile.…
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Top Five Best Foods for Oral Health

November 2nd, 2022

Some foods are just terrible for your teeth — think cookies and candy bars — but there are certain foods that are beneficial to your oral health. Below, Dr. Jones and our team have covered five of the top foods to keep your teeth and gums healthy! 1. Crispy, low-acid fruits and vegetables: Fruits like…
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The Intriguing History of Halloween

October 26th, 2022

Halloween is fast approaching, and Dr. Jones wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is familiar to most people today bears little resemblance to the original Halloween; back in the "old days" it wasn't even called Halloween! Festival of the…
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