Orthodontics: From Tooth Fairy to Retainer

April 27th, 2022

You might be surprised to learn that Dr. Jones and our team recommend an orthodontic appointment even before your child has had that last visit from the Tooth Fairy. In fact, orthodontic assessments at our Gretna or Metairie office can be beneficial at many stages of your child’s life. Let’s look at some of the…
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Every Day is Earth Day

April 20th, 2022

During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a time of change, and assertions that we needed to pay more attention to the Earth's atmosphere were generally dismissed. But within a couple decades, it…
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Why is flossing so important when I have braces?

April 13th, 2022

You've made an investment on spending money on getting braces, so why not keep your teeth in good health while undergoing orthodontic treatment?  Dr. Jones and our team at Jones Orthodontics will tell you it is just as important to develop a regular hygiene routine while you're wearing braces as you did before proceeding with…
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Play it Safe this Spring

April 6th, 2022

It's springtime and it's again time to remind our patients at Jones Orthodontics to protect their faces and pearly whites while out on the field playing sports. According to the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, children, high-school athletes and adults have more than 5,000,000 teeth knocked out in sporting events annually. If you are planning…
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