When Dr. J isnt working on his golf game or fly fishing on the Indian River Lagoon, he is most likely spending time with his family. Dr. J is married, has three children and four grandchildren who always keep him busy.
Born in Massachusetts, Dr. Js family moved to Fort Pierce when he was a young boy. He attended St. Anastasia grade school and John Carroll High School. His college years were spent at Mount St. Marys University in Emmitsburg, Md. where he graduated with honors with a BS in Biology. He went on to Georgetown Dental School in Washington DC where he received his DDS and his masters degree and Orthodontic Certificate in his residency program.
Dr. J was a major in the US Air Force where he served at Hahn AB, Germany, Laughlin AFB, Texas and RAF Lakenheath, England where he was the Chief of Orthodontics and a special consultant to five other Air Force bases.
Returning home, he has been in private practice for over 33 years. He is an active member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association, the Southern Association of Orthodontists and the Florida Association of Orthodontists, among others. Dr. Jacobus was honored with a fellowship in the American College of Dentistry and is also the past president of the Southern Association of Orthodontists and past president of the Florida Association of Orthodontists, past president of the Treasure Coast Dental Society and is a delegate to the House of Delegates of the American Association of Orthodontists.
As a way to pass on his orthodontic knowledge, Dr. J served as a lecturer at Indian River Community College where he taught orthodontic assisting and was the FAO examiner for the Certification of Orthodontic Assistants. He was also a lecturer for the SAO Leadership Development course.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 92 reviews
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2 years ago
After I had a bad first impression from another orthodontist in town a friend recommended Dr. Jacobus. On the very first day I met him he evaluated my smile and came up with a treatment plan I was satisfied with. He took the time to explain my treatment plan thoroughly and made me feel at ease. Dr Jacobus and his team are professional, informative and always pleasant. It was the best decision I could have made. I had a wonderful experience and a beautiful smile to show.
ivette nieves
2 years ago
The office was very clean and tidy. The staff was courteous, knowledgeable and pleasant. And what can we say about the doctor? He was kind, truthful. Didn't try to sell me the most expensive appliance (braces or Invisalign) in the office. I would recommend Dr Jacobus to anyone any time. Thank you
B Stacy
2 years ago
Braces finally off, it was longer than expected due to Covid but the Doctor and his staff were amazing! Love the results....
Jenece Jones
2 years ago
Dr. J and his staff are phenomenal! Thee best in PSL!
Rodrinisha Parker
2 years ago
Awesome team! I replaced my retainers for an affordable price. They are friendly and worked with my availability very well.
cheryl meadows
2 years ago
Great office and friendly staff!
Joan Hoy
2 years ago
What a fantastic office!!! While vacationing in Florida from New York my daughters palate expander broke and she was in extreme discomfort. I called multiple offices and each one told me they could not help us for an entire week. I thought vacation was ruined for my daughter until I got to Jacobus Orthodontists. They treated it as the urgent matter it was and told us to come in and helped us right away. What a great doctor, what a nice team. I highly recommend them!
Jasmine Noel
2 years ago
Was upset that I went to another ortho prior to get my son his braces because something is always wrong with his braces and he wasnt happy with them, I was referred by someone that Jacobus was a great place so i called to make an appointment. Lol they dont take transfers even if I was willing to get the braces removed and start over. Really was not impressed with how the receptionist hamdled that. Hey it wasnt the place for me.
jerra banasiak
2 years ago
Expensive but well worth it. After the braces were taken off and seeing my daughter smile with confidence I highly recommend Dr Jacobus and appreciate what he does. Building the confidence of teens is a beautiful thing. Thank you to him and his staff!
Chrissy Savage
2 years ago
Dr. Jacobus and his staff have created beautiful smiles for all three of our children. It has been a seamless process with amazing results. They are professional and flexible. I highly recommend this orthodontics team for all your perfect smile needs!
Ajay
2 years ago
Very professional
Jaime Schultz
2 years ago
Both my boys have gotten their braces through Dr. J. The staff is wonderful. They are the sweetest group of gals and the quality of care is perfect!
Jennifer
2 years ago
Friendly, thorough and informative. Our Ella will be getting braces here soon and she is excited!
Michael Greene
2 years ago
My 2 son's had braces from Dr. Jacobus. Great job on both. The entire experience was wonderful. But, to me what meant most were the phone calls after a service. The care and concern. You weren't just serviced. You were checked up on. That personal touch you don't get everywhere.
Kayla Cambronne
2 years ago
I love this office! Everything was quick and speedy, explained my treatment very well and is very affordable. They are also very willing to work with you!
JENNA BRANGAN
2 years ago
This is the place to go for your orthodontic needs! They do an amazing job and everyone is super friendly there.
Georgette Yates
2 years ago
I give Dr J & the entire office staff a 5. Everyone was very professional while being personable&knowledgeable. I truly appreciate the way Dr J explained everything which allowed me to decide right there to choose his service. Overall I was very impressed.
Yvette Murray
2 years ago
Dr. Jacobus and his staff have been wonderful the past couple of years to both my kids during their treatment with a beautiful end result. They are very thorough and detailed in their work and overall goal of attaining the best result. Thank you!
itz_chelzz
2 years ago
Great service Definitely I will recommend anyone
CHELSEY RAMOS
2 years ago
The staff, doctor and the experience frok start to finish was EXCELLENT!! They go above and beyond on their patient care! Their diligence with protocols in regard to covid-19 is outstanding. If you are looking for a orthodontist in the Port saint lucie area this is where it needs to be!
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