Thoughtful dentistry, clearly explained.
Dr. James Minici and the Dental Academy team take the time to show you what’s going on and walk you through your options before any treatment starts.
- Enamel
- Dentin
- Pulp
- Gum
- Root canals
- Bone
What we can help with
- Cleanings and checkups
An exam of your teeth and gums, and a cleaning to clear away tartar.
- Crowns and bridges
A cap to protect a damaged tooth, or a bridge to fill a gap.
- Implants
A post in the jaw that holds a replacement tooth on its own.
- Veneers and whitening
Ways to change the shade or shape of the teeth you show.
- Clear aligners
Clear, removable trays that move your teeth a little at a time.
- Emergency dental care
What to do for pain, a broken tooth, or swelling, and when to call.
A short lesson: how a crown can save a cracked tooth
A crack in a tooth can’t heal on its own, and every bite can flex it open a little more. A crown, a cap made to fit over the whole tooth, holds the tooth together and takes the force of chewing. Not every crack can be fixed this way, and an exam shows how deep it goes.
- Crack
- Removed
- Crown
- Tooth
How a crown protects a cracked tooth, in three stages.
Cracked tooth. A crack runs down from the chewing surface. Biting can flex it open, which can hurt and can let bacteria in.
Shaped for a crown. With the tooth numbed, it’s shaped to make room for the crown.
Crown in place. The crown covers the tooth and holds it together, so it can take the force of chewing again.
Photo to come
Dr. James Minici, environmental portrait
In the office, natural window light, a slightly cool grade with the greens kept muted.
4:5 frame
Meet Dr. James Minici
Dr. James Minici, general dentist
Dental Academy is the practice of Dr. James Minici, a general dentist. At your visit, he shows you what he sees and explains your options before any treatment starts, so you can decide with the facts in front of you.
To confirm: Personal bio details Dr. Minici wants shared- Degree
- To confirm: Dr. Minici’s degree
- Education
- To confirm: Dental school and graduation year
Your first visit
Request a visit
Send a request or call the office, and we’ll call you to confirm a time.
Paperwork
The office will tell you how to fill out your forms before you come in.
Exam and X-rays
Dr. Minici checks your teeth, gums, and bite, and X-rays show what an exam can’t.
Your plan
He shows you what he found and explains your options, and treatment starts only when you’re ready.
Insurance and payment
Call the office to check your plan, financing, and payment options before your visit.
- Insurance plans
- To confirm: PPO plans accepted (exact names)
- Medicaid and other plans
- To confirm: Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, or HMO plans accepted
- Out of network
- To confirm: Out-of-network policy
- Financing
- To confirm: Financing partners
- Membership plan
- To confirm: In-house membership plan
- Payment
- To confirm: Payment methods accepted
Plans change, so call the office to check yours before your visit.
Location
Dental Academy is in New Port Richey, close to Port Richey, Trinity, Holiday, and Hudson.
The map is provided by Google, which may set cookies.