Biography
Dr. Ford Gatgens graduated from the University of Tennessee School of Dentistry in 2006 and completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency at the University of Tennessee, which … Read more ›
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Summary
Provider Training
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center Dental School | Doctorate | DDS | 2006 |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Residency - University of Tennessee | Advanced Education in General Dentistry | Not Specified |
| Fellowship - WCLI World Class Laser Institute | Laser Dentistry | Not Specified |
Experience & Accolades
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Member | Academy of General Dentistry Professional Member | Present |
| Professional Member | American Academy for Oral Systemic Health Professional Member | Present |
| Professional Member | American Dental Association Professional Member | Present |
| Professional Member | Christian Medical & Dental Society Professional Member | Present |
| Professional Member | American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Professional Member | Present |
| Professional Member | Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation Professional Member | Present |
| Professional Member | Nashville Dental Society Professional Member | Present |
| Professional Member | Tennessee Academy of General Dentistry Professional Member | Present |
| Professional Member | Tennessee Dental Association Professional Member | Present |
| Professional Member | Academy of Laser Dentistry Professional Member | Present |
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Forms and Articles for Patients
Specialties
Languages Spoken
EnglishMedical Specialties
- Dentist
Years In Practice: 19 (started in 2007)
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
Payment Options
Payment DetailsReviews
Number of Reviews: 50
Most Recent Review: 06/03/2015
Office & Staff Evaluation
Review by
Teresa H.
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June 03, 2015
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Accent Smile Center - 320 E College Street Suite A
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- Average Wait Time Less than 5 minutes
“Best it could be”
She is the best hygienist I have ever been to.
Review by
Linda W.
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May 19, 2015
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Accent Smile Center - 320 E College Street Suite A
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- Average Wait Time Less than 5 minutes
“Great staff”
Great
Review by
Leslie R.
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May 19, 2015
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Accent Smile Center - 320 E College Street Suite A
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- Average Wait Time Less than 5 minutes
“Great experience and very compassionate.”
Great experience. I have never felt so informed and cared for. I felt like the entire staff understood my concerns and was a great experience.
Review by
Kay R.
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May 12, 2015
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Accent Smile Center - 320 E College Street Suite A
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- Average Wait Time Less than 5 minutes
“Great”
Great
Review by
Derek S.
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May 06, 2015
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Accent Smile Center - 320 E College Street Suite A
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“First visit in over five years”
It was a great experience.
Review by
Paul M.
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May 26, 2015
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Accent Smile Center - 320 E College Street Suite A
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- Average Wait Time Less than 5 minutes
“Joyful”
Cleansing.
Review by
Janet W.
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May 19, 2015
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Accent Smile Center - 320 E College Street Suite A
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“Great”
Great experience.
Review by
Derron C.
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May 18, 2015
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Accent Smile Center - 320 E College Street Suite A
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“I feel refreshed.”
I had a great time getting my teeth worked on by the staff at Accent. Great group of individuals. Friendly.
Review by
B. H.
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May 11, 2015
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Accent Smile Center - 320 E College Street Suite A
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“Friendly staff! Everything was great!”
Everything was very efficient and awesome.
Review by
Michelle G.
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April 29, 2015
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Accent Smile Center - 320 E College Street Suite A
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- Average Wait Time 11 to 20 minutes
“Good”
Good
Locations
Affiliated Practices
Accent Smile Center
320 E College Street Suite ADickson, TN 37055
Practice Colleagues
Dr Phillip Ezell, DDS - Dentist
Procedures & Services
Procedures & Treatments Offered
- 6 Month Smile
- Biopsies
- Bone And Gum Grafts
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Crown Buildups
- Crown Lengthening
- Dental Cleanings
- Dental Implants
- Dentures
- Digital X Rays
- Extractions/wisdom Teeth
- Fluoride Treatment
- General Dentistry
- In-office & Take Home Whitening
- Inlays & Onlays
- Laser Dentistry
- Occlusal Guards (night Guards)
- Oral Conscious Sedation
- Oral Surgery
- Porcelain Bridges
- Porcelain Crowns
- Porcelain Veneers
- Post & Cores
- Restorations
- Restorative Dentistry
- Ridge Preservation After Extraction
- Sleep Apnea/snoring Treatment
- Sports Guards
- Tissue Recession
- Tmd/tmj
- Tooth-colored Fillings
- Underarmor
Commonly Prescribed Medications
- As needed
Billing Policies & Payment Options
Dr. Ford Buford Gatgens, DDS accepts the following payment methods:- Care Credit
- Other
- Discover
- American Express
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Personal Check
- Cash
More info: The office accepts credit card, check and cash. financing options available throuighCareCredit and Springstone.
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Unknown
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: Unknown
Accepted Insurance
Accepted Insurance
We are Preferred Providers with the following insurance companies: BCBST, Delta Dental, MetLife, Cigna, Guardian, Healthspring, but we gladly file with any insurance company.
Comment - “ Best it could be ”
She is the best hygienist I have ever been to.