McNutt Pediatric Dentistry

What McNutt Pediatric Dentistry does

McNutt Pediatric Dentistry is a single-location, founder-owned pediatric dental practice headquartered at 3817 Bedford Avenue in Nashville, Tennessee. The practice provides a comprehensive range of pediatric dental services, including preventive care (cleanings, digital X-rays, sealants), restorative and cosmetic dentistry (fillings, zirconia crowns, bridges, bonding), orthodontics (early-stage treatment, braces, space maintainers, expansion appliances), oral surgery (frenectomies, extractions, mucocele removal), sedation dentistry (nitrous oxide, oral sedation, general anesthesia), and specialized care for children with autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, severe anxiety, and cleft conditions. Technology is limited to standard pediatric dental equipment such as digital X-ray systems, orthodontic appliances, and sedation equipment; the practice's principal proprietary asset is a children's book, 'Alley Alligator's Awesome Smile,' authored by the founder to reduce pediatric dental anxiety.

The practice operates under a direct-to-consumer, out-of-network business model. Patients pay in full at the time of service, with interest-free installment options for families with multiple children, while the practice files insurance claims on patient behalf so that reimbursement flows directly to the family, typically within two to three weeks. New patients are acquired through pediatrician referrals, patient word-of-mouth, community arts sponsorships, school and daycare speaking engagements, and a strong Google review presence (376+ reviews). The clinical team is led by Dr. Timothy McNutt Sr. (founder, board certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry since 1994, twice former President of the Tennessee Academy of Pediatric Dentistry) and Dr. David McNutt, who joined the practice in 2020 after completing specialty training at UTHSC with rotations at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Revenue is generated entirely from clinical services; no fees, subscription tiers, or licensing revenue are disclosed. The practice is privately held by the McNutt family with no institutional investment, DSO affiliation, or parent company, and there is no evidence of planned multi-location expansion or technology-driven scale plays. Operating economics appear stable, anchored by 11+ year average staff tenure, long-tenured family patient relationships, and recognition as a Top Dentist in Nashville Lifestyle Magazine on multiple occasions.

Name

McNutt Pediatric Dentistry

Legal name

McNutt Pediatric Dentistry

Website

https://mcnuttdentistry.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

McNutt Pediatric Dentistry is a founder-owned, single-location pediatric dental practice in Nashville, TN, led by Drs. Timothy and David McNutt, serving infants through adolescents with preventive, orthodontic, surgical, sedation, and special-needs dental care under an out-of-network, direct-to-consumer model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pediatric Dental Services

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (62121)

akta.pro primary industry

Pediatric Dentistry Group Practices (HLABAKAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Special Needs Pediatric Dentistry (HLABAGAD), Pediatric Orthodontics (HLABABAB), Pediatric Oral Surgery Services (Minor Surgical Procedures) (HLABAGAI), Pediatric Sedation & Anesthesia Dentistry (HLABAGAC), Pediatric Restorative Dentistry (Fillings/Crowns/Pulp Therapy) (HLABAGAB)

Keywords

• Pediatric dental services
• Children's orthodontics
• Sedation dentistry
• Oral surgery pediatric
• Special needs dentistry

Headquarters

HQ city

Nashville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Dental Services: Practice generates revenue through dental services including cleanings, digital X-rays, sealants, orthodontic treatments, oral surgery, sedation dentistry, cosmetic dentistry (fillings, crowns, bridges, bonding). Services are paid at time of service with flexible payment schedules available interest-free. Insurance claims are filed on behalf of patients for reimbursement.
2. Out-of-Network Insurance Reimbursement: As an out-of-network provider, the practice collects full payment at service but files insurance claims so patients receive direct reimbursement from their insurance company within 2-3 weeks typically.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

McNutt Pediatric Dentistry is a family-focused pediatric dental practice in Nashville, TN that delivers preventive, restorative, cosmetic, orthodontic, oral surgery, and sedation dental services to children from infancy through adolescence. Services include cleanings, digital X-rays, sealants, fillings, crowns, bridges, bonding, braces, frenectomies, extractions, nitrous oxide and general anesthesia sedation, and specialized care for children with special needs. The practice operates independently of direct insurance contracts and emphasizes conservative, relationship-driven care.

Product overview

McNutt Pediatric Dentistry is a family-focused pediatric dental practice in Nashville, TN, offering a comprehensive range of dental services for children of all ages. The practice provides core services including dental cleanings and cosmetic dentistry, alongside specialty services such as orthodontics (braces, space maintainers, expanders), oral surgery (frenectomies, extractions, mucocele removal), sedation dentistry (nitrous oxide, oral sedation, general anesthesia), special needs dental care, digital X-rays, and sealants. Dr. Timothy McNutt Sr. and Dr. David McNutt lead the practice with a conservative, patient-centered approach. The practice also publishes 'Alley Alligator's Awesome Smile,' a children's book to help reduce dental anxiety.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Dental Cleaning Routine dental cleanings for children of all ages, including oral exams, digital X-rays, plaque and tartar removal, polishing, flossing, and fluoride treatments to prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
• Digital X-Rays
• Sealants
• Cosmetic Dentistry
• Orthodontics
• Oral Surgery
• Sedation Dentistry
• Special Needs Dental Care
• Alley Alligator's Awesome Smile (Children's Book)

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Nashville BalletminorOthersMcNutt Pediatric Dentistry is a proud sponsor of Nashville's arts organizations, supporting the arts as part of their community involvement philosophy that emphasizes being well-rounded and expanding creativity.
• The Frist Center for Visual ArtsminorOthersMcNutt Pediatric Dentistry sponsors The Frist Center for Visual Arts as part of their commitment to supporting Nashville's creative community and arts education.
• Nashville SymphonyminorOthersMcNutt Pediatric Dentistry sponsors the Nashville Symphony as part of their community arts sponsorship program.
• Best Buddies of TennesseecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial corporate sponsor of Best Buddies for several years. Dr. McNutt has given of his time and resources for over 20 years to help individuals and organizations assisting those with special needs, as these individuals hold a special place in his heart.
• Interfaith Dental CliniccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. McNutt has supported the Interfaith Dental Clinic for over 20 years. The clinic's mission is to help restore, protect, and improve the dental health of uninsured, low-income, employed Middle Tennesseans.
• Schools and DaycaresminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. McNutt welcomes opportunities to speak to parents or students about children's dental health, typically speaking with several groups every year. The practice also sponsors many school events and fundraisers.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Pacific Dental Services: Major DSO supporting hundreds of practices across general, specialty, and pediatric dentistry with modern clinical technology. Comparable on ambulatory dental services delivery and is a likely local competitor to McNutt in the Nashville area.
• MB2 Dental Solutions: Doctor-owned DSO network preserving practitioner autonomy while providing back-office support. Closest structural analogue to McNutt's founder-owned, independence-preserving operating model at much larger scale.
• Great Expressions Dental Centers: Multi-location dental group across general, specialty, and pediatric dentistry in the U.S. Comparable on ambulatory dental services for families, with insurance-driven GTM and broader geographic reach than McNutt.
• Sonrava Health: Dental and orthodontic care platform operating branded multi-specialty practices (including Western Dental, Brident). Comparable on integrated general + orthodontic + specialty pediatric dental services delivered at DSO scale.
• Aspen Dental: National DSO with branded multi-location practices emphasizing accessibility, insurance acceptance, and extended hours. Comparable on ambulatory dental care delivery, with a contrasting go-to-market built on in-network access and convenience.
• Heartland Dental: Largest U.S. dental support organization, supporting thousands of doctor-led offices across general and specialty dentistry including pediatric services. Comparable as a scaled incumbent whose supported practices compete for the same Nashville pediatric families.

Regional players

• Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics: Multi-location dental and orthodontic group operating primarily across Texas with integrated general, pediatric, and orthodontic services. Comparable on combined general + orthodontic + specialty pediatric service delivery for families at DSO scale.
• Comfort Dental: Multi-state dental franchise with extended hours, broad insurance acceptance, and value-oriented positioning. Comparable on ambulatory general/specialty dental service delivery at multi-location scale across the U.S.

Direct peers

• Smile Doctors: Largest orthodontic-focused DSO in the U.S. Directly comparable on the orthodontic service line that McNutt offers (braces, expansion, Phase 1 treatment), though Smile Doctors operates at much larger scale across hundreds of locations.

Emerging players

• Tend Dental Studios: Tech-enabled, design-forward dental brand with a direct-to-consumer orientation and premium positioning. Comparable on the boutique, experience-led, insurance-independent GTM philosophy, though focused on adult urban markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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