Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Dental Practice in Nashville Since 1919
Dentistry of Nashville has been a trusted provider of comprehensive dental care in Middle Tennessee since 1919. Our family-oriented practice combines generations of clinical expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver personalized treatment guided by empathy and integrity. With a legacy spanning over a century, we specialize in restorative, cosmetic, and general dentistry while maintaining a steadfast commitment to patient comfort and long-term oral health.Our team utilizes advanced tools like CEREC same-day crown technology and LANAP laser treatment to ensure efficient, minimally invasive procedures. Rooted in Nashville's community, we serve multiple generations of families with a focus on preventive care, patient education, and creating beautiful, functional smiles that enhance quality of life.
Services
Dental Implants
General Dentistry
Periodontal Services
Restorative Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
TMD Treatment
Clear Aligners
Details
- Year established: 1919
Highlights and features
- Family-oriented practice serving Nashville since 1919
- Advanced technology including CEREC same-day crowns
- Comprehensive care from routine checkups to complex restorations
- Team of experienced specialists in multiple dental disciplines
- Patient-centered approach emphasizing comfort and education
What people say
Wonderful experience
Thorough cleaning
Professional care
Prompt service
Comfortable atmosphere
Services
Dental Implants
Our dental implant specialists replace missing teeth with permanent titanium fixtures that mimic natural tooth roots. This prevents adjacent teeth from shifting while restoring full chewing function and aesthetics. The process includes comprehensive evaluation, bone density assessment, and custom crown placement following osseointegration. Patients benefit from improved speech, comfort, and long-term oral health stability.
CEREC Same-Day Crowns
Utilizing advanced CAD/CAM technology, we create custom ceramic crowns during a single appointment. This eliminates traditional temporary crowns and multiple visits. The process involves digital scanning, precision milling, and immediate placement of durable, natural-looking restorations for damaged or decayed teeth while maintaining structural integrity.
LANAP Laser Periodontics
This FDA-cleared laser treatment addresses periodontal disease through minimally invasive tissue removal and regeneration. The protocol preserves healthy gum tissue while eliminating infection, reducing pocket depth, and promoting bone regrowth. Patients experience faster healing, minimal discomfort, and preserved tissue volume compared to conventional surgery.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Our aesthetic services transform smiles through veneers, whitening, and tooth-colored restorations. Veneers correct alignment issues and discoloration while composite fillings blend seamlessly with natural teeth. Professional whitening systems deliver noticeable results for stained or aged enamel, enhancing patients' confidence through improved dental aesthetics.
TMD Treatment
We address temporomandibular joint dysfunction through specialized protocols using patented TMJ devices. This non-surgical approach alleviates symptoms like headaches, jaw pain, and clicking through customized oral appliances that reposition the jaw and reduce muscle tension without pharmaceutical intervention.
People
Dr. James Fleming
Implant Dentist
With decades of experience, Dr. Fleming specializes in implant dentistry and periodontal treatments. He brings expertise in LANAP laser therapy and comprehensive implant placement procedures to restore both function and aesthetics.
Dr. Megan Chavana
General Dentist
Dr. Chavana provides complete family dental care with emphasis on preventive maintenance and patient education. Her approach focuses on creating comfortable experiences for patients of all ages through compassionate, personalized treatment planning.
Dr. Michael Vaughan
Restorative Specialist
Specializing in complex restorative cases, Dr. Vaughan combines technical precision with aesthetic sensibility. His expertise includes full-mouth reconstructions and durable, natural-looking dental prosthetics that enhance both function and appearance.
Dr. Mark Lambrick
Cosmetic Dentist
Dr. Lambrick focuses on smile transformations through veneers, whitening, and minimally invasive cosmetic procedures. He emphasizes natural-looking results that complement patients' facial features while maintaining optimal dental health.
Dr. Bob Elam
Practice Owner
As third-generation dentist and practice owner, Dr. Elam upholds the family legacy of excellence established in 1919. He oversees clinical operations while maintaining active patient care, ensuring continuity of the practice's core values.
Questions
What dental services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive services including implants, restorative dentistry, cosmetic treatments, periodontal care, TMD treatment, and general dentistry using advanced technologies like CEREC crowns and LANAP laser therapy.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Request appointments through our website, by phone at 615-383-3690, or via our online scheduling portal. New patients receive comprehensive initial consultations for any required treatments.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We work with most major insurance providers and assist patients with claims processing. Contact our office for specific coverage verification and financial planning assistance.
What technology do you use?
Our practice features CEREC same-day crown technology, LANAP laser periodontics, digital scanning systems, and advanced diagnostic tools to ensure precise, efficient treatments with minimal discomfort.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Standard hours are Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5pm. We prioritize scheduling flexibility for urgent cases and work with patients to accommodate special scheduling needs when possible.
How do you handle dental emergencies?
Call our office immediately for urgent dental issues. We reserve time daily for emergency patients and provide after-hours contact instructions for true emergencies requiring immediate attention.
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Reviews (4)
Raul Orozco Jr
Jun 01, 2022
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Love the proximity of this place to my work. All the staff there is always very friendly. The hygienists and the dentists are very professional and always do a great job. So happy I found my dentist!
David Seachrist
May 20, 2022
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I am happy to report that I have been treated with the best dental care possible at dentistry on Nashville for over 25 years. The doctors, technicians, receptionists, and billing staff are both professional and friendly. Thank you for your years of healing service!
Julia Perry
May 10, 2022
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Awesome experience at this office! Dr. Chavana is super sweet, reasonable and knowledgeable. Her hygienist is just as sweet, friendly and thorough. The entire staff is top notch! I felt completely taken care of.
Sydney Blanchard
Mar 15, 2022
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I've spent the majority of my life dealing with orthodontists and dentists and this was absolutely the worst experience for me. I went in needing to get new clear retainers made for me, they did the impressions, I paid the $300, and came back in 2 weeks to get them. The top retainer wouldn't fit, so she cut off the back part of the retainer, still didn't fit. I was already upset that I paid for a full retainer and got a half one, but it not fitting for what I paid upset me too.
When I called to ask if they would make me a new one that fit properly, she told me that it wouldn't be any different because I won't bite down hard enough to get it to fit. I may have weak teeth and be nervous, but this has never been an issue in the past. I just went to another place to get new ones and guess what? They fit perfectly fine, no cutting anything down, didn't blame me for not biting down hard enough because I DIDN'T NEED TO with these. Go to a proper orthodontist for retainers, I'm out $600 now because I decided to give this place a try.
When I called to ask if they would make me a new one that fit properly, she told me that it wouldn't be any different because I won't bite down hard enough to get it to fit. I may have weak teeth and be nervous, but this has never been an issue in the past. I just went to another place to get new ones and guess what? They fit perfectly fine, no cutting anything down, didn't blame me for not biting down hard enough because I DIDN'T NEED TO with these. Go to a proper orthodontist for retainers, I'm out $600 now because I decided to give this place a try.