Belle Meade Smile Center

Dr Shipp and Team are the absolute BEST!!! Latisha is typically my Dental Hygienist but anyone here will take extra care and you'll have the best experience. It's my favorite thing to go to the dentist - I know most people have the opposite reaction, but when you find amazing people, it's easy to come back again and again.

Love this place excited to see the new doctor but I know I’ll be in good hands. I receive routine cleanings and they do a fabulous, thorough, professional job. They are great at communicating any out of pocket expenses and understanding dental benefits. I have also had 3 cosmetic crowns placed and Dr. Shipp did amazing at color matching and all the intricacies that go into that procedure. They still look great 6 years later. He also helped me with my TMJ in preventing grinding with a night guard that also is a retainer so my teeth don’t shift decades after braces. Great people that I trust!!!

Great staff! Very clean office! They did a great job in explaining procedures being done and did great with both of my toddlers. Always very professional and take pride in the good job they do.

Dr. Shipp is amazing! I had to have root canals a couple of years ago, and it was an absolute breeze! Not only that, I can't even tell which teeth are capped! Every time I go to Dr. Shipp for a cleaning and consultation, the staff is amazing, I feel comfortable and well taken care of, and I know I'm in the best hands. My parents go to him as well and have nothing but positive things to say about him and his staff. The best in the southeast!

I met Dr Shipp about 5 months ago after searching for the “right person” to help with my Tmjd issues. I had been to 4 consultations in the Nashville Area before hand. Dr Shipp has credentials with one of the best diagnostic programs in the country, CNO (see Nick Yiannos youtube videos) so I had basically made up my mind prior to my consultation, but he had completely blown me away with his expertise when I arrived there. He also has the right technology at his office which is vital to tmd diagnosis/treatment. My treatment is still ongoing but I am optimistic about the outcome based on improvements I’ve experienced. His staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. Rachel is the best and she knows so much about tmd also! And Palmer who cleaned my teeth for me. Everyone who works at this office is professional, kind, and compassionate. I would trust my family’s dental care there. Thank you Dr Shipp :-) Chloe Vance

Every time I go in there I feel so welcome and comfortable. The office staff are always incredibly helpful and friendly. I was having pain in my gums and they got me in same day. I have to come for regular care for my TMJ and not only has Dr. Shipp put me on a program that is so far so good, he took the time to explain how my jaw could have gotten this way and looked at underlying issues. I felt heard the second I walked in and I feel like I actually have a day in my treatment. I seriously cannot recommend enough!

I love Dr. Shipp. He is excellent and knows his stuff. Excellent practice. Audrey is outstanding too. She takes great care of me. Our family loves him. Always accommodating and willing to help. I’ve been his patient for 10+ years.

This was truly the best dental experience I have ever had! I am so happy to have found my forever dentist office! I tend to put off dentist appointments because it can cause me some anxiety, but my experience today was so smooth. I have no concerns about going back regularly. Janet, the receptionist, made scheduling and the initial registration process so easy! I had zero wait time. Audrey, the hygienist, was amazing! She was so thorough. She explained every part of the process and was extremely gentle yet definitely got the job done. My teeth have never felt cleaner! Dr. Shipp was so punctual, kind, and is clearly very experienced. It truly is a wonderful office and I am thankful to have found them!

I have nothing but great things to say about Dr. Shipp and his team. At every visit I feel welcomed by the staff and comfortable while receiving care. When I have needed procedures beyond routine cleaning everything has been clearly and fully explained to me allowing my participation in determining the course of treatment. I have never felt rushed. Dr. Shipp's ability and willingness to discuss care options rather than prescribe a single path gives me confidence in his knowledge and his lack of ego or control issues. I have been a patient at Belle Meade Smile Center for over 10 years. As of last year, my (then) 4-year-old daughter is also a patient of Dr. Shipp. I’m happy that her childhood experiences at the dentist can be much better than mine were! I recommend Dr. Shipp to all of my family and friends.

Dr. Shipp and his team truly go above and beyond for their clients. They make me feel safe and comfortable in every situation, whether it is for a regular dental cleaning, a filling, or trying something new like Clear Correct. I have had several bad experiences with dentists before, however Dr. Shipp is not one of them. I recommend him to everyone I know looking for a new provider. I am even willing to pay out of network if needed just so I can be sure to see him. Highly recommend!

If you’re looking for a dentist you won’t find better, more honest or trustworthy than Dr. Shipp!!! He’s AMAZING 🤩 While others look for ways to charge you more he’s the opposite. He had done a crown for me a couple of years ago and it broke so he’s replacing it with a gold crown COMPLETELY FREE. #MyDentistForLife

I LOVED my first visit at Belle Meade Smile Center!! Everyone was so nice and helpful from the very first call with Janet. Audrey and Rachel were very kind and Dr. Shipp made me feel very comfortable asking my questions about my teeth. I am so thankful that my insurance recommended me to come here. I'm even getting my mother to make an appointment.

Dr. Shipp has been my dentist for almost five years. Their team is excellent, and their offices are quite clean (especially during COVID). I recommend Belle Meade Smile Center for all your dental needs.

The BEST dental experience I've ever had, hands down!

I just moved from Michigan to Tennessee after I got married ,and was recommended to Belle Meade Smile by my husbands CEO. It was about a 45 minute drive from where I live, but wanted to give them a shot. Let me tell you, it was such a great experience! I went in for a cleaning, and the staff was so friendly and helpful from the moment I walked in, to the second I left.

My dental hygienist, Palmer was AMAZING! Talk about a GREAT cleaning - probably the best cleaning I've had in a while! She was very gentle and took her time. She got everything!! Not to mention the amount of knowledge about gums, plaque and gingivitis - she explained everything to me and the way our gums and teeth work. I'm not the best at remembering to floss, but she told me to start off small - twice a week, then 4 times a week and then it'll be every day before I knew it!
I've never had such an encouraging hygienist, and one that went into great detail to make me understand. After all, I was a business major, hahaha!

When the dentist, Dr. Shipp came in, him and Palmer worked so great together, from her explaining her findings to his recommendations. I couldn't go wrong. Dr. Shipp even buffed and polished my fill ins/ bonding (free of charge), as I had chipped my two front teeth when I was younger.

I will be going back for veneers, and wouldn't trust any other practice with this procedure!

Thank you Belle Meade for this great experience and always taking care of your patients. My husband and I are so grateful for you and your practice!

Dr. Shipp and his staff provide outstanding dental care. Everyone is courteous and cheerful, a human answers the phone, appointments are easy to make and the building has plenty of parking.

The office is sparkling clean, and all COVID safety recommendations are being strictly followed.

Clearly, Dr. Shipp is well trained and highly skilled, and the professional fees are reasonable.

I can enthusiastically recommend Dr. Shipp and the Belle Meade Smile Center to anyone wanting a great dentist.

I have been going to Belle Meade Smile Center for 5+ years and have even lived in NYC for 2 of those but make sure to schedule all my cleanings when home! They are the friendliest staff, cleanest space and do the most thorough cleanings. They do not rush you through your visit and take time to really clean your teeth well all while making you comfortable. Cannot recommend this place enough!

I wish I had found this office years ago. The level of care is amazing and the office is extremely well run. Dr. Shipp and his team really take the time to educate you on what they diagnose and the benefits of how they 'll treat you and how you can really help yourself. This office has a rare and excellent culture. Snoring problem? Definitely treat your issues here before you resort to wearing a mask.

Dr. Shipp is the man. Palmer is great as well, and the remainder of the staff I have interacted with have made everything run super smoothly for me.

I have been seeing Dr. Shipp for 7 years. He and his staff are simply the best in every regard. Over my lifetime of 50 years, I have had multiple fillings, several crowns and two root canals from various dental professionals. Dr. Shipp is the most competent, kind, Professional, and efficient dentist I have had. I love how he utilizes the latest technology to make the process painless or at least less discomfort (e.g. the shot he gives is nearly painless compared to others, due to a special tool). I moved to Bowling Green, yet still travel back to Nashville for The Belle Meade Smile Center, it’s worth the drive. A friend originally referred me, whose father was a dentist (since retired), so she knew what great dentistry was. I highly recommend Dr Shipp and The Belle Meade Smile Center.

Dr. Shipp and his team are fantastic. His practice has consistently provided thorough and meticulous oral care and cosmetic dental services since I became a patient 7 years ago.

Over the years, I have received a variety of treatments and services from his office, including: regular cleanings, dental/oral exams, crowns, fillings, smile restoration, emergency exams and treatment, Botox treatment for TMJ, a custom night-guard, and maintenance of dental implants. The results have been excellent—they make certain of that. On the rare occasion that I felt my bite needed extra tweaking or I was concerned about sensitivity on an otherwise healthy tooth, Dr. Shipp’s team thoroughly investigated and resolved any issues. When I have had questions or concerns about my oral health, they took care to address them by counseling me on cleaning technique, recommending oral hygiene products, or educating me on symptoms to watch out for. It’s very reassuring to understand how to address my oral health concerns, and to know that Dr. Shipp’s team will carefully monitor and treat them as needed.

An added bonus: Dr. Shipp seems to stay up-to-date on the latest dental technology. His practice has some newer gadgets that have made my last few experiences with dental work shorter and more comfortable.