Tennessee Centers for Laser Dentistry

What Tennessee Centers for Laser Dentistry does

Tennessee Centers for Laser Dentistry is a privately held, single-location dental practice headquartered at 204 Miller Springs Ct., Franklin, Tennessee, founded in 2002. The practice provides preventative, cosmetic, restorative, and sedation dentistry services, supported by a technology stack centered on laser systems, CEREC same-day crown milling, digital and 3D CBCT imaging, intraoral cameras, and oral cancer detection tools. It also offers Invisalign, dental implants, and implant-supported hybrid dentures, with sedation delivered in-office through a partnership with Nashville Office-Based Anesthesia (NOBA). Three dentists lead clinical care: Dr. Chad O. Edwards (laser and restorative dentistry, national educator), Dr. Ryan R. Torti (cosmetic, Invisalign, laser), and Dr. Andy Burton (30+ years in implant dentistry, Fellow of the World Clinical Laser Institute).

The practice generates revenue through fee-for-service dental procedures paid directly by patients or reimbursed by insurance (Delta Dental, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna), an annual Membership Plan subscription for uninsured patients, and third-party patient financing via CareCredit and Cherry. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer at the Franklin location, with acquisition driven by website/SEO, social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Yelp), a structured Refer-a-Friend program, and accumulated brand reputation (over 1,000 patient reviews cited). Operational infrastructure runs on Eaglesoft practice management, Weave patient communication, Vyne Dental billing, and BalanceCollect online payments, with HIPAA and WCAG 2.1 AA compliance maintained.

The business model is a conventional local-services dental practice with no funding, no parent company, and no disclosed M&A or expansion activity. A distinct adjacent activity is an on-site Training Center where the practice's doctors teach laser dentistry techniques to dentists from other markets, creating a small education revenue stream and brand extension beyond patient care. Customer segments are diversified across families, cosmetic patients, restorative cases, anxious patients served via sedation, and uninsured patients on the membership plan, with no enterprise customers and no material concentration risk.

Name

Tennessee Centers for Laser Dentistry

Legal name

Tennessee Center for Laser Dentistry

Website

https://tncld.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Tennessee Centers for Laser Dentistry is a privately held, single-location dental practice in Franklin, Tennessee, providing preventative, cosmetic, restorative, and sedation dentistry to local families and individuals, supported by laser systems, CEREC same-day crowns, digital imaging, and a membership plan for uninsured patients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

General Dentistry

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (6212), Offices of Dentists (621210), Offices of Dentists (62121)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Family Dentistry (Multi-Disciplinary In-Office General Care) (HLABAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cosmetic & Esthetic Dentistry (Veneers/Whitening/Bonding) (HLABAAAC), Comprehensive Orthodontic Clinics (HLABABAA), Cone Beam CT (CBCT) Imaging Centers (HLABAIAC), Intraoral Optical Scanning & Digital Impression Centers (HLABAIAE)

Keywords

• Laser dentistry
• General dentistry
• Cosmetic dental services
• Dental implants
• Sedation dentistry

Headquarters

HQ city

Franklin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Dental Service Fees: Fee-for-service dental care including preventative, cosmetic, restorative, and surgical procedures. Revenue generated from patient payments directly or through insurance reimbursement.
2. Membership Plan: Annual subscription plan for patients without insurance. Includes preventive care (cleanings, exams, x-rays) and discounts on additional treatments. Provides predictable, recurring revenue from uninsured patients.
3. Insurance Reimbursement: Accepts insurance plans including Delta Dental, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Cigna. Bills insurance directly for covered services.
4. CareCredit Financing: Third-party financing through CareCredit for patients wanting to spread treatment costs over time, including short-term zero-interest options for qualifying applicants.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Tennessee Centers for Laser Dentistry is a Franklin, Tennessee dental practice that delivers preventative, cosmetic, restorative, sedation, Invisalign, hybrid denture, and dental implant services to families and individual patients. Laser dentistry is positioned as the standard of care across procedures rather than a specialty add-on, supported by CEREC same-day crowns, digital imaging, and 3D CBCT planning. The practice also operates an adjacent Training Center where its dentists teach laser techniques to other dental professionals nationally.

Product overview

Tennessee Centers for Laser Dentistry offers a comprehensive suite of dental services built around advanced laser and digital technology. The practice operates as a unified service portfolio combining core clinical services (Preventative, Cosmetic, Restorative, and Sedation Dentistry) with specialized offerings (Invisalign, Hybrid Dentures, and Dental Implants). These clinical services are supported by proprietary technology services including Digital Imaging, Laser Dentistry, Oral Cancer Detection, and Same-Day Crowns via CEREC. The practice also offers a Membership Plan for uninsured patients. The integration of laser technology as a foundational element across many treatments differentiates their approach, enabling more comfortable procedures with faster healing times.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Preventative Dentistry Routine cleanings, exams, oral cancer screenings, fluoride treatments, digital x-rays, and personalized guidance to maintain oral health and catch concerns early. Designed for families and individuals seeking ongoing preventive dental care.
• Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments including teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, cosmetic bonding, and smile makeovers to enhance tooth shape, color, symmetry, and overall aesthetics. Intended for patients seeking natural-looking aesthetic improvements to their smile.
• Restorative Dentistry Comprehensive treatment plans including same-day CEREC crowns, fillings, bridges, and root canal therapy to rebuild damaged, worn, or missing teeth and restore function, comfort, and oral health. Many treatments are completed in a single visit.
• Sedation Dentistry Oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia options administered and monitored by licensed professionals from Nashville Office-Based Anesthesia (NOBA) inside the practice office. Designed for anxious patients and those needing extensive or longer appointments.
• Invisalign Clear aligner orthodontic treatment offering Invisalign Full, Lite, Express, and Teen options for discreet teeth straightening, provided at the Franklin practice with digital scanning-based impressions.
• Hybrid Dentures Implant-supported full-arch restoration combining the strength of dental implants with a crafted hybrid denture for stability, comfort, and aesthetics. Marketed as a stable alternative to removable dentures for patients needing full-arch replacement.
• Dental Implants Permanent tooth replacement solutions including single implants, multiple implants, implant-supported bridges, and full-arch hybrid solutions. Planned and placed using advanced digital imaging and 3D CBCT, with surgical placement supported by Dr. Burton's 30+ years of implant experience.
• Laser Dentistry Advanced laser technology used for cavity treatment, gum contouring, soft tissue procedures, gum disease treatment, and cold sore/ulcer healing, positioned as the practice's standard of care with claims of minimal discomfort and faster healing.
• Digital Imaging High-resolution low-radiation digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, 3D CBCT imaging, and scanner-based digital impressions used for crowns and Invisalign planning. Supports diagnosis, treatment planning, and same-day restorative workflows.
• Oral Cancer Detection Advanced screening technology for early detection of oral cancer and tissue changes that may not be visible during routine exams, integrated into the practice's preventive and diagnostic workflow.
• Same-Day Crowns (CEREC) In-office digital scanning, ceramic crown design, and milling using CEREC technology to deliver custom, high-quality restorations in a single visit, eliminating temporary crowns and second appointments.
• Membership Plan Annual subscription dental plan for uninsured patients that includes professional cleanings, exams, digital x-rays, fluoride treatments, and exclusive discounts on additional treatments. 12-month term with no deductibles, waiting periods, or annual maximums.

Quantifiable outcome

• Most routine visits take 45-60 minutes
• +3 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Nashville Office-Based Anesthesia (NOBA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTNCLD partners with Nashville Office-Based Anesthesia (NOBA) to provide in-office sedation dentistry services. NOBA's licensed anesthesia professionals come directly to the TNCLD office to administer and monitor oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia during dental procedures. This partnership allows anxious patients to receive comfortable care in a familiar environment with expert anesthesia oversight.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Great Expressions Dental Centers: Multi-state DSO providing general, cosmetic, and specialty dentistry. Comparable as a scaled chain competitor pursuing technology and patient-experience investments similar to TNCLD's positioning.
• Aspen Dental: Large multi-site DSO providing general, cosmetic, and implant dentistry across the U.S. Comparable as the dominant chain competitor operating in suburban Tennessee markets with broad service lines that overlap with TNCLD's offerings.
• Pacific Dental Services: DSO supporting hundreds of modern, technology-forward dental practices. Comparable as a scaled player investing in CEREC, CBCT, and same-day dentistry — directly competitive with TNCLD's technology-led positioning.
• Heartland Dental: Largest U.S. dental support organization supporting general and specialty practices. Comparable as a broad incumbent whose partner-doctor model competes for both patients and dentist talent in the same suburban Southeast markets TNCLD operates in.
• Interdent (Gentle Dental): Multi-brand DSO operating general and specialty dental offices. Comparable as a broader incumbent whose suburban office footprint overlaps with TNCLD's target patient base.

Direct peers

• Cool Springs Laser Dentistry: Nearby laser-focused dental practice in the Cool Springs/Franklin corridor. Comparable as the most direct local peer competing on the same laser-dentistry positioning and technology stack.
• Affordable Dentures & Implants: National chain focused on extractions, dentures, and implants at value pricing. Comparable as a direct competitor for TNCLD's implant and hybrid denture services, particularly on price-sensitive full-arch cases.

Regional players

• Williamson Dental Center: Long-standing general and family dental practice serving the Franklin/Williamson County area. Comparable as a local competitor targeting the same suburban Tennessee patient demographic with overlapping general and cosmetic services.

Others

• BioHorizons Implant Solutions: Manufacturer of dental implants and regenerative products used by implant-focused practices. Comparable as a key supplier whose technology underpins TNCLD's dental implant and hybrid denture offerings.

Emerging players

• MB2 Dental Solutions: Dental partnership organization that collaborates with doctor-led practices rather than acquiring them outright. Comparable as a partner model that TNCLD could join to scale without losing clinical autonomy.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@Tncld?app=desktop
• Facebookfacebook.com/LaserDentistTN
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tennessee-centers-for-laser-dentistry
• Xx.com/TNLaserDentist

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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