Where the fusion of art & science creates beautiful smiles. Explore our published series on modern dentistry — from AI smile design to same-day implants.
For more than 35 years, Tharp, Klaus & Kelly Dental Clinic has combined advanced technology with genuine, personal care for families across Flowood, Jackson, Pearl, and Brandon. Led by Dr. Greggory Tharp (prosthodontist), Dr. Keith Klaus, and Dr. Martin Kelly, the practice brings consultations, imaging, digital design, surgery, restorations, and follow-up care together under one roof — completed by the same local team.
Their philosophy is simple: "Your care is our top priority." With tools like AI smile simulation, 3D printing, CEREC same-day crowns, CBCT imaging, and Exocad digital design, they deliver results that are as precise as they are beautiful. Below, explore the practice's featured articles on modern dentistry — published as sponsored features via Gray Media.
A published series on modern dentistry from the doctors at Tharp, Klaus & Kelly. Tap any headline to read the full article.
Sponsored feature created on behalf of Tharp, Klaus & Kelly Dental Clinic.
We've all been there — the camera comes out, and you instinctively cover your mouth. A candid moment becomes a missed opportunity. An imperfect smile can quietly erode your confidence over time, but here's the good news: modern dentistry has evolved dramatically, and the solution to your smile transformation is waiting for you at Tharp, Klaus & Kelly Dental Clinic.
Imagine walking into a dental office where uncertainty disappears before your appointment even ends. At Tharp, Klaus & Kelly, you're not just getting a consultation; you're getting a sneak peek into your transformed future.
AI Smile Simulation Technology allows the team to analyze your unique facial features and bone structure with stunning precision. Using artificial intelligence, they design a smile that's perfectly tailored to enhance your natural beauty — no guessing, no surprises, just clarity.
Seeing it on a screen is only the beginning. 3D printing and digital mock-ups take the experience to the next level: the team can create a physical model of your new teeth so you can see exactly what your smile will look like in three dimensions. You can hold it, examine it, and feel the confidence building before treatment even starts.
Tharp, Klaus & Kelly don't believe in one-size-fits-all dentistry. Their professional smile design combines cutting-edge artistry with scientific precision. Every curve, shade, and proportion is carefully considered to create a smile that complements your face, reflects your personality, and exceeds your expectations.
The transformation doesn't stop at teeth. Patients consistently report a profound shift in confidence — the hesitation before photos, gone; the self-consciousness during conversations, replaced by genuine joy and pride. One visit doesn't just change your smile; it changes how you move through the world.
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"Teeth in a day" sounds too good to be true, but decades of experience and world-class digital workflows make it an everyday occurrence at Tharp, Klaus & Kelly. The team offers full-mouth dental implants using an All-on-X approach that can give patients a full set of fixed teeth the very same day their implants are placed.
All-on-X dental implants use four to six strategically placed implants in each jaw to support a full bridge of natural-looking teeth. The doctors plan implant positions with digital imaging and guided surgery — careful planning that, in most cases, allows them to attach a temporary set of teeth during the same appointment as implant placement, so patients don't go home without a smile.
The tooth shapes, shades, and positions are fully customized and designed in-house, so patients can preview their new smile before the procedure.
Leading up to surgery, patients complete a detailed consultation that includes medical and dental history, digital X-rays, and a custom treatment plan. Some people need preparatory procedures such as extractions or bone grafting to build a strong foundation.
After surgery, the implants need several months to fully integrate with the jawbone while patients wear their temporary bridge ("healing teeth") and adjust to their new bite. The final step comes when the doctors place the custom, permanent bridge — often made from durable, lifelike materials such as zirconia. These full-arch fixed teeth are designed to restore nearly full chewing function, resist chips, and support long-term jawbone health — translating into a wider variety of foods, clearer speech, and a smile that feels secure.
For those comparing options, All-on-X treatment is more stable and natural-feeling than traditional dentures. There's less bulk and no palate to cover taste buds, so food tastes better. It is, however, a significant medical and financial decision that requires careful evaluation and follow-up care — and Tharp, Klaus & Kelly prides itself on truly serving their patients throughout the entire process.
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Complex dental treatment has changed dramatically in recent years. Instead of relying solely on traditional impressions, stone models, 2D photographs, and two-dimensional X-rays, modern technology now allows dentists to create a highly detailed "digital patient" before treatment even begins.
At Tharp, Klaus & Kelly, advanced digital workflows help improve planning for full-mouth rehabilitation, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, and complex restorative cases. By combining multiple forms of digital imaging, doctors can better visualize how teeth, bone, gums, facial structure, and bite all work together.
Using advanced design software such as Exocad, these digital records are merged into a single virtual patient. The doctors and laboratory technicians digitally design smiles, simulate treatment, plan implant placement, and evaluate bite function before procedures are performed. Surgical guides and provisional restorations can often be fabricated directly from this digital workflow to improve efficiency and precision.
For patients facing major dental reconstruction, this technology provides a clearer understanding of the treatment process and expected outcomes — and may help reduce surprises by identifying problems earlier in the planning phase. At Tharp, Klaus & Kelly, consultations, imaging, digital design, surgery, restorations, and follow-up care are all completed under one roof by the same local team.
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When a tooth goes missing, many people focus on how it looks. But the dentists at Tharp, Klaus & Kelly say the real danger often starts where you can't see it. Left untreated, gaps in your smile can quietly affect your chewing, speech, jawbone, and even long-term health.
Missing teeth change how you eat. People start favoring one side and avoiding fruits, vegetables, and proteins that are harder to chew — which over time can lead to poor nutrition and digestive problems. Teeth also guide your tongue and lips when you speak, so gaps or loose dentures may cause slurring, whistling, or mumbling that makes everyday conversations uncomfortable.
There's an even bigger concern: bone loss. Once a tooth is gone, the jawbone in that area no longer gets the stimulation it needs and begins to shrink — especially in the first year. That bone loss can make your face look sunken or older and can make future treatments, like dental implants, more complex and costly. Missing teeth also put extra stress on the teeth that remain, which may tilt or drift into empty spaces, creating bite problems, excessive wear, and fractures.
For more than 30 years, the team has focused on complex restorative cases under one roof — from extractions and implant placement to crowns, bridges, and dentures. That comprehensive approach helps patients in Flowood, Jackson, Pearl, and Brandon address missing teeth before they turn into bigger health issues.
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Porcelain veneers have transformed millions of smiles by improving the shape, color, and overall appearance of teeth. While it's common to hear that veneers last 10–15 years, many can remain healthy and functional for 20 years or longer. The key is understanding why veneers fail — and taking the right steps to prevent those problems in the first place.
The foundation of long-lasting veneers begins long before a patient ever sits down for treatment. At Tharp, Klaus & Kelly, the team uses advanced facial scanning, digital intraoral scanners, and high-resolution photography to capture detailed records of each patient's smile and facial features. These records allow them to digitally design veneers that complement the patient's facial proportions, lip position, and bite before any treatment begins — visualizing the final result and making precise adjustments while preserving as much healthy tooth structure as possible.
One of the leading reasons veneers chip, crack, or debond is an improperly balanced bite. Even the strongest dental materials can fail if excessive biting forces are concentrated in the wrong areas. The team carefully evaluates each patient's bite and uses Exocad design software to engineer veneers that function as well as they look. Before fabricating the final restorations, they produce highly accurate temporary veneers that patients wear during a trial period — allowing them to evaluate speech, comfort, appearance, and, most importantly, fine-tune the bite in real-world conditions.
Equally important is the bonding process. The strongest veneer material can still fail if it isn't bonded correctly. Proper cleaning, surface treatment, adhesive selection, and cementation all play critical roles in long-term success. By combining advanced digital technology with deep knowledge of smile design, occlusion, dental materials, and adhesive dentistry, Tharp, Klaus & Kelly help patients achieve veneers that are not only beautiful but built to last.
Learn more at smilesinjackson.com →Three experienced dentists dedicated to the fusion of art and science — and to your comfort at every visit.
A specialist in the restoration and replacement of teeth, Dr. Tharp brings advanced prosthodontic training to the practice's most complex cosmetic and full-mouth cases — blending precision with artistry.
Dr. Klaus provides comprehensive general, restorative, and cosmetic care, helping patients across the Jackson area keep their smiles healthy, functional, and beautiful for the long term.
Dr. Kelly rounds out the team with a patient-first approach and a commitment to modern, technology-driven dentistry — delivering attentive, comfortable care for the whole family.
The same advanced tools featured throughout their articles — bringing precision, predictability, and beautiful results to every treatment.
Artificial intelligence analyzes your facial features to design a smile tailored to your natural beauty — previewed before you commit.
Physical models of your future teeth let you hold and examine your new smile in three dimensions before treatment begins.
Exocad software merges your scans into a single "digital patient" to design smiles and plan treatment with precision.
Custom crowns designed, milled, and placed in a single visit — restoring weakened teeth without the wait.
Cone beam CT gives a 3D view of bone, roots, nerves, and anatomy — essential for precise implant and rehab planning.
Full-arch fixed teeth supported by 4–6 implants, with guided surgery and same-day temporary teeth.
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With AI simulation, 3D mock-ups, and proven treatments like veneers, implants, and crowns, Tharp, Klaus & Kelly have the tools and talent to give you a smile you'll love — and the confidence you deserve. Your transformation starts now.
