Ronald D. Jessup, DMD, DMD, PC
Gentle Family Dentistry
Bristol, VA 24202
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About Ronald D. Jessup, DMD
Dr. Ronald Jessup DMD, PC is the owner of Gentle Family Dentistry, located off Lee Highway in Bristol, Virginia. He received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the Medical College of Georgia in 1996 and opened Gentle Family Dentistry in early 2000. Dr. Jessup is widely recognized for his knowledge of industry products, new technology methods, devices, and procedures. He specializes in all areas of family dentistry, pediatric dentistry, endodontics, and oral surgery.
Throughout his dental career, Dr. Jessup has been very involved in helping the local community with free dental programs for those in need. He has been a volunteer for the People Incorporated free dental clinic from 1996 to present. He organized and instructed training for approximately 100 People Incorporated employees in 2003. This group visited the homes for homebound parents to provide them with oral care instructions, dental care materials, and educational games for the children.
In February 2011, Dr. Jessup collaborated with the ADA’s Give Kids a Smile program to offer a free dental screening for local Bristol, Virginia residents. He also donates his time and expertise to an ADA Give Kids a Smile dental education program for Kindergarten classes in local area schools.
Dr Jessup also has a dedicated commitment to organized dentistry. He is a member of the executive council of ASDA at the Medical College of Georgia and served as President from 1992-1996. Dr. Jessup served as the President of the Bristol Dental Society from 1997-1998.
He is very active in his role with the Virginia Dental Association on committees and as a delegate representative from 2000 to present. Dr. Jessup has also served as President of Component 6 from 2010-2011 and served as a Reference Committee Chair in 2010.
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Medical College of GeorgiaAssociations
ADA Virginia Dental Association
Dental Implant Procedures by Dr Jessup
Dental Implants
A dental implant is a root-form titanium screw that is surgically placed in the jaw to create an anchor for teeth to be built upon. Dental implants are considered the best way to replace missing teeth.
Mini Implants
Mini dental implants, sometimes referred to as MDI or narrow-diameter implants, can be an excellent option if you’re looking to replace lost teeth in areas with less bone volume or severely limited spacing.
Tooth Extractions
Sometimes referred to as “having a tooth pulled,” a tooth extraction is a very common oral surgical procedure in which a natural tooth is removed from the jaw. An implant may be placed after adequate healing time.
Dental Crowns
A dental crown is a cap or cover that protects the tooth and restores it to mimic natural shape, size, and function. Crowns are make of zirconia or porcelain and can be either cemented or screw-retained.
Dental Bridges
An implant bridge or dental bridge is a permanent option that replaces multiple missing teeth. It literally bridges areas that are missing one or more teeth and fill in larger spaces with natural looking crowns.
Dentures
Often made of plastic, acrylic or hard resin, dentures are outdated replacements for missing teeth that must be removed daily for cleaning. Patients typically dislike dentures and have difficulty chewing with them.
Partial Dentures
Partial removable dentures, sometimes referred to as "partials," are removable dental appliances that replace one or more missing teeth. The replacement teeth are attached to a gum-colored acrylic base.
Implant Cosmetics
The goal of implant cosmetic dentistry is to create tooth-like restorations that are strong, mimic natural beauty and completely restore natural function. Think of cosmetic dentistry as plastic surgery for teeth.
