Comprehensive & Preventive Dentistry

At Jones Family Dentistry, our general dentistry services involve the diagnosis, treatment procedures, and maintenance of general conditions and problems that affect the teeth, gums, and jaw. Prevention and gum care are also an important part of what we do. Our goal is to diagnose and treat problems before they become even more painful or expensive. Regular dental visits can also significantly reduce the amount of money that you’ll need to spend on dental treatment later in life.

We work with our patients to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that will allow them to achieve and maintain optimal oral health. In addition to our general dentistry treatments, we also offer a number of restorative and cosmetic procedures. There’s something at our family dental practice for everyone’s smile!

Routine & Preventive Care

• Individual Consultations & Dental Exams
• Dental Cleanings
• Digital X-rays
• Dental Sealants

  Proper oral hygiene is essential for preventing cavities, but toothbrushes cannot always reach down into the deepest grooves of teeth. Dental sealants work by filling in grooves on the chewing surfaces of back teeth where food particles can get caught and cause cavities. The application of sealants is fast and comfortable, and sealants can effectively help protect teeth for many years.

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• Fluoride Treatments

  Plaque wears away at tooth enamel in a process known as "demineralization." Fluoride is a naturally-occurring mineral that promotes remineralization of enamel, thereby strengthening the teeth and helping protect them against decay. Fluoride can also help reverse early stages of tooth decay. Children with newly-erupted teeth (especially permanent teeth) can benefit a great deal from fluoride exposure, but adults should make sure their own teeth come in contact with it too. The safe and easy way to expose your teeth to fluoride is to use fluoride toothpaste. But there are also a number of gels, rinses, and in-office fluoride treatments we offer that can do the trick!
  

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• Custom Athletic Mouthguards & Nightguards

  Your dental team at Jones Family Dentistry of Tempe can create a custom-fitted plastic mouthguard to protect your teeth, gums, lips, and cheeks from sports-related injuries. Athletic mouthguards can even help prevent severe injuries to the face, jaw, and head.

  Do you grind your teeth at night? If so, you may be suffering from a condition called bruxism. Bruxism is harmful to your teeth, and may also cause additional problems like headaches, jaw pain, and arthritic jaw. We can help you protect your teeth from the effects of grinding with a custom-made nightguard. This plastic guard is worn at night while you sleep, and covers and preserves the teeth you’ve been grinding. Nightguards have also been shown to reduce or eliminate jaw pain and headaches that often are associated with bruxism.

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Restorative Dentistry

When you have healthy teeth, it's easy to take things like eating, talking, smiling, and even laughing for granted. However, if you've lost healthy teeth, you know how embarrassing and uncomfortable these simple pleasures can become. With restorative treatments at Jones Family Dentistry, these simple pleasures can become easier again. We will work with you to determine the best of several restorative dental treatment options, from natural looking dental fillings and one-visit crowns to dental implants and dentures.

• Tooth-Colored Composite Fillings
  

  Composite fillings, often called “composites,” are a mixture of quartz or glass filler in a resin medium that makes a tooth-colored dental filling. The material is cured with a special light and the surface is shaped and polished, so the end result is a virtually undetectable restoration that feels natural in your mouth. Composites are strong and durable. Additionally, because these fillings are bonded to teeth instead of mechanically held in place, the process is more conservative in relation to tooth structure and therefore more healthy natural tooth can remain. The result? Less noticeable fillings!

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• Porcelain Crowns & Fixed Bridges

  Dental crowns, sometimes called caps, cover teeth to restore them to their appropriate shape and size after large fillings, fractures, or weakening forces such as intense grinding. In all these cases, crowns not only cover teeth but provide added support. They can also be used to attach bridges, cover dental implants, restore seriously discolored or misshapen teeth, and even as a preventive measure to protect a tooth in danger of breaking. Dental bridges bridge gaps left by one or multiple missing teeth. The two teeth on either side of the gap to be bridged serve as anchor teeth. Each anchor tooth has a crown that attaches to the false tooth/teeth of the bridge. Dental bridges can be supported by natural teeth with crowns on top, or by implant-supported crowns.

  Crowns can be made of all-porcelain (ceramic) material, porcelain fused to metal, gold alloys, or base metal alloys. Each of these restorative materials has its advantages and disadvantages. Porcelain crowns most closely mimic natural tooth appearance, which is one of the reasons we prefer them. To save you valuable time, we can place crowns in only one visit using the CEREC^® system.

  If a tooth is so decayed or damaged that it needs to be removed, the best alternatives to crowns are bridges or dental implants because they replace teeth.

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• CEREC^® One-Visit Crowns

  With CEREC®, we can help you maintain and improve your smile more conveniently than ever before. This modern system allows us to create and place crowns, inlays, inlays, and veneers in just one office visit!
  

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• Endodontics (Root Canal Therapy)

  The inside of each tooth contains soft tissue with nerves and blood vessels running from the root to the crown. A crack, deep cavity, or other injury to a tooth can cause the nerve to become damaged or diseased, allowing bacteria to enter the tooth and kill the living tissue. Without treatment, the resulting infection can cause pain, swelling and abscesses, loss of the diseased tooth, and eventually damage to the surrounding bone. With endodontic treatment, also called root canal therapy, we carefully remove the diseased tissue and nerve from the tooth and gently clean and seal the root canal to protect it from bacteria. If necessary, medication or an antibiotic can also be used to control the spread of bacteria and stop infection. Finally, a crown is placed over the reshaped tooth to restore and strengthen it.

  Relief from the pain of an infected tooth is an immediate advantage to root canal therapy. Long-term benefits include saving your natural tooth and avoiding damage to the surrounding bone. Additionally, with continued dental care and good oral hygiene after root canal therapy, the restored tooth should last you many years.
  

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• Extractions

  Sometimes conditions in your mouth, ranging from infection and pain, to traumatic injury, to advanced tooth decay, make tooth extraction (tooth removal) the best option.

  There are several conditions that may require the removal of one or more teeth. Whether due to impacted wisdom teeth, or a dental emergency brought on by decay, trauma, or infection, a tooth extraction can bring immediate pain relief! When you come to Jones Family Dentistry for an extraction, you can rest assured knowing we will take time to explain the treatment so you know what to expect. We will explain why the procedure is necessary, what it will entail, and what will be done following the procedure to help you manage any discomfort and maintain a healthy, happy smile!
  

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• Dental Implant Care
  

  Dental implants are increasingly the best option for patients young and old who need to have one or more teeth replaced. Unlike dentures, a dental implant is a permanent solution that remains in your mouth and closely resembles your real teeth. Many Tempe dentists always refer their patients out for implant care. At Jones Family Dentistry however, we place mini implants, and we work closely with specialists when we do need to refer our patients. Contact Jones Family Dentistry today to find out if you are a candidate for dental implants!
  

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• Dentures

  We use only the best materials to fabricate our patients’ new dentures. With modern and improved methods, partial or full dentures can look just like natural teeth. While fabrication and fitting of your new teeth can take three to four appointments, you will understand when you receive your dentures that the time put into your new, natural-looking smile was well worth it. Whether you see us for a full denture or a partial denture, our friendly staff will continue helping you with your new smile by guiding you through the period of getting adjusted to your new teeth, including minor modifications to make sure your new smile is as comfortable as it is beautiful!

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Cosmetic Dentistry

According to a study performed by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, nearly all Americans — 99.7% — believe a smile is an important social asset, while 74% believe an unattractive smile can hurt your chances for a successful career.

Take control of your smile! We will work with you to customize a cosmetic treatment plan that specifically addresses your wishes. And with flexible financing, a confident smile is more affordable than ever before. So if you’re worried your smile is holding you back, contact us today to learn more about our safe and effective cosmetic solutions. If you’ve been dreaming of a great smile, it's time to let us help you make it a reality!

• Porcelain Veneers
  

  Can you imagine what it would be like to have a smile with straight, beautifully shaped, and dazzling white teeth? This is possible with porcelain veneers. Using this system, we can apply the thin, custom-made, permanent veneers to the front of your teeth without extensive grinding and shaping preparations. The smile of your dreams is just two visits away! In most cases, porcelain veneers require no shots! Please contact us today for your free porcelain veneer consultation.

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• Professional Teeth Whitening

  In addition to giving you the benefit of a cleaner looking and more attractive smile, whiter teeth can also boost your confidence and enhance your self-esteem. We offer two methods to help you safely and effectively whiten your teeth.

  KöR Deep Bleaching

  The KöR Whitening Deep Bleaching™ System is used by thousands of dentists worldwide and is widely considered to be one of the most reliable and effective bleaching systems ever developed. Why does KöR work so well? It works by restoring your teeth's ability to absorb oxygen, which then dissolves stains. You'll be amazed at the results! Read more about KöR Whitening.

  Custom Take Home Whitening Kits

  For those patients who prefer the comfort of their own home, we also offer custom, professional strength take-home whitening kits, and we'll work with you on a personalized whitening plan that fits your lifestyle. You’ll love the results of a brighter, more dazzling smile!

  Contact us to discuss which option is right for you!

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• Straight Teeth in Less Time with Invisalign^®
  

  If you think that clear and removable braces sound perfect, you could be on your way to a straight smile in no time with Invisalign^®. Through a series of clear aligners, this comfortable and removable alternative to traditional braces straightens your teeth with dramatic results but without the tell-tale bars and brackets of metal braces. The aligners are changed approximately every two weeks to straighten your teeth step by step, and as an added convenience, you can even take them out to eat or to brush your teeth. This method is very popular with adult patients who don't have severely crooked teeth, and who don't want to spend two to three years wearing metal braces. Call us today to schedule a free consultation!

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Periodontal (Gum) Care

According to the American Academy of Periodontology, half of American adults have gum disease. Gum disease ranges from gingivitis to the various forms and stages of periodontitis, and the prevalence of gum disease increases with age because teeth wear down and become more sensitive as time passes, gums naturally recede, and medications can affect oral health. If your gums feel tender or sore, or if they look red and swollen, you may have gum disease. Other warning signs include bleeding and/or receding gums, pain or sensitivity in your teeth (and even loose teeth caused by weakening gum fibers or bone loss), and persistent bad breath. If left untreated, gum disease can lead to tooth loss as well as various serious health problems.

Treatment for Gum Disease

If you have any degree of gum disease, we can help. Gum disease used to frequently require surgery. While surgery is still sometimes necessary, many cases are now treated with less invasive techniques first, such as deep dental cleanings, local antibiotics, and special mouth rinses.

Relaxing Sedation

Dental anxieties are not unusual, and people of any age can experience such feelings. We will adjust our care to meet your needs, so you can receive the treatment you need and desire at a pace that feels comfortable to you. We offer nitrous oxide (laughing gas) to help you relax. Please share your feelings and concerns with us, so we can accommodate you and make your dental visits as anxiety and pain-free as we can.