Dentist in Frankfort, IL | James R. Tharp, DDS | Comprehensive Dental Services

Advanced Dentistry

Variety of services ranging from check-ups to mini dental implants

High Quality Equipment

Using the most modern technologies & dental equipment

Comfortable Office

We strive to give you a a friendly & comforting environment

Friendly Staff

Our knowledgable staff are available to help you however you need

Dr. James Tharp received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree from Northwestern University. He has been practicing dentistry for over 35 years and has completed several courses offered by the Pankey Institute and Dawson Academy. He is a Fellow and member of the International Academy of Mini Dental Implants and has just completed the requirements for Mastership status.

Dr. Tharp is currently an evaluator for the Gordon Christensen Clinicians Report. He has studied with Joe Massad (prosthodontics specialist) at the Massad Institute. He has taught for over twenty five years in several areas of dentistry in seventeen different states, and three countries. He has dedicated his professional career to providing you with the best that dentistry has to offer. Dr. Tharp believes when you love your work, it shows.

Outside of work Dr. Tharp enjoys playing ice hockey, hiking mountain trails, and being a flying instructor. He enjoys a variety of music and loves to dance.

Feature • Specialized Dentistry

Mini Dental Implants

Mini dental implants are about half the size in diameter of a regular dental implant. This offers many benefits, and...

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Invisalign & Dentocorrect

Invisalign is one of the best ways to straighten misaligned teeth while avoiding metal braces. It’s the perfect ultra

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Extractions

An extraction means to have a tooth removed, usually because of disease, trauma or crowding. If you need an extraction,...

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Partials and Dentures

Dentures are a trusted solution for replacing missing teeth. At James R. Tharp, DDS our patients frequently ask Dr. Tharp...

Dental Anxiety

We offer a range of services to help you overcome fear and finally enjoy good oral health.

Missing Teeth

We can restore your smile, as well as speaking & eating ability with advanced prosthetics.

Tooth Pain

Toothache can be caused by various problems. An examination can help to determine it.

Periodontal Disease

We offer a variety of periodontal treatments, customized for your specific health needs.

Maurice Holman

I am a hard person to please but the professionalism, compassion, understanding, thoroughness, information and knowledge of their products the staff showed was flawless.

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Linda Veal

Tharp is a excellent dentist. He explains each procedure step by step. And he’s gentle and seems to understand to the concerns one has.

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Dan Owens

Doctor Tharp and his staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend the good Doctor!

Welcome to James R. Tharp, DDS. | Frankfort Mini Dental Implant Center | Taip, Kalbame Lietuviskai

10171 W. Lincoln Hwy.

(815) 255-6597

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We offer top quality dental treatments for healthy, beautiful smiles.

Advanced Dentistry

High Quality Equipment

Comfortable Office

Friendly Staff

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