We have an amazing team among 4 offices, who all understand the importance of making sure each and every child is happy and comfortable. Each doctor and staff member helps make Knoxville Pediatric Dentistry a fun, comfortable environment for children. Our team feels truly blessed to work with such an excellent group of people. Come in and meet us!
Dr. Bo and his wife Minette both grew up in Clarksdale, Mississippi, 75 miles south of Memphis, Tennessee. They both graduated from Millsaps College in 1996, and Dr. Bo attended dental school at the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry in Memphis from 1996-2000. After completing dental school, Dr. Bo and Minette moved to Phoenix, Arizona, where he worked in a dental office that primarily treated children. It was there that he discovered his passion for pediatric dentistry. Dr. Bo then completed an additional two-year residency program to specialize in pediatric dentistry at the University of Tennessee in Memphis.
Dr. Bo has treated children from around the world. He wants all children to have the opportunity for good oral care and to learn that going to the dentist is not a scary experience. He has been a part of several mission trips to help kids in pain and to spread the love of Jesus Christ. In 2000, Dr. Bo went on his first trip to Russia; in 2002, he went to Chile; in 2004, Africa; and in 2007, Nicaragua. He also treats children from Wears Valley Ranch in Sevierville, TN.
Dr. Bo is active in the dental profession. He has a specialty license to practice pediatric dentistry in Tennessee and he is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), and the Tennessee Dental Association (TDA).
Dr. Bo has three daughters Marley, Emory, and Reed. He stays busy watching them play soccer, run cross country and track. Dr. Bo also enjoys hunting, fishing, and enjoying the outdoors with his family and friends in beautiful East Tennessee!
Dr. Jesse Ellsworth was born in Virginia, raised in Utah, and has been happy to call Tennessee home since 2016. He studied neuroscience at Brigham Young University, then went to Roseman University of Health Sciences for his dental degree.
Dr. Wood is originally from Chattanooga, Tennessee. He graduated from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 2004 with a B.S. in Biochemistry. He then went on to the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry in Memphis where he graduated with his Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 2008. Dr. Wood came back to Knoxville in the fall of 2008 and has practiced in Knoxville since dental school.
Dr. Wood trained in areas of oral surgery, prosthodontics, and endodontics, but came to realize that working in pediatrics was his calling. His goal in dentistry is to ensure a positive experience and working environment that will encourage good dental health in children for their future.
Dr. Jessica Tucker grew up in Memphis, TN. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Mississippi State University in 2011 and completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry in 2015. She left home to complete her post-doctoral residency at Bon Secours Pediatric Dental Associates in Richmond, VA. She practiced for one year in Richmond until she realized nothing is better than home sweet home. She made her journey back to TN and moved to Knoxville to be closer to her identical twin sister and growing family. Dr. Jessica Tucker enjoys everything outdoors including running, biking, hiking, kayaking, listening to live music, and volunteering at local events and charity organizations. She also fosters for local pet rescues including the bulldog and French bulldog rescues.
She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Tennessee Dental Association. She is board eligible with the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Jessica Tucker enjoys working with children and making their visits to the dentist a fun and enjoyable experience so they may have healthy smiles for the rest of their lives. Dr. Jessica looks forward to building long lasting relationships with KPDs patients and their families.
Dr. Jake Perry was born and raised near the Rocky Mountains in the beautiful state of Utah. From a young age, Dr. Perry has always loved helping people, and was especially happy when serving children and those with special health care needs. This led him to intensely pursue a profession that would facilitate both his love of helping children and also the passion he has for having fun and making others feel happy and safe. After many years of study and practicing dentistry, Dr. Perry is thrilled to have had those desires fulfilled while he works with his young patients. Dr. Perry thanks God every day for the blessing he has to serve His most precious children.
Dr. Perry prides himself on practicing dentistry in a way that enables every child he treats to feel comfortable and safe. Rarely he misses the opportunity to take a moment to play around and have a good time. These qualities assist him in connecting personally and effectively with children of all ages to make the dental visit fun and carefree! He is ever learning and expanding his skills and knowledge in the world of pediatric dentistry. This pursuit of perfection is what truly drives Dr. Perry in becoming a clinician that his patients and their guardians can be proud of.
When not helping his young patients build happy smiles, Dr. Perry enjoys spending time with his family. He and his wife, Madison, have three young children and a golden retriever puppy named Ralphie. He is passionate about sports and loves playing golf, football, baseball, and exercising. His favorite sports teams are the Seattle Mariners (baseball), Utah Jazz (basketball), Seattle Seahawks (football), and Chelsea FC (soccer).
Our staff is the best around! They are highly trained, caring, and passionate about pediatric dentistry. We know that children can have a lot of anxiety at the dentist, but we assure you that our staff will do our very best to make your child comfortable and confident in the dental chair, giving you peace of mind that your child is receiving quality care.
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 980 reviews
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2 years ago
I don't recommend this place rude and disrespectful it's been a year since we made a appointment cuz of covid but being threaten to be called on cuz my son won't brush his teeth and my baby had all his baby teeth pulled cuz dr perry said there was teeth trying to come thru tell me why it's been a year and there is no teeth coming in and the last time my son got his teeth cleaned he got joked and spit the water on the nurse they quit brushing his teeth and got mad about it they are not kid friendly
Jolin Haddad
2 years ago
they r fake faces very racist I went they r not professional at all the job they done for my kids and treatment was less than poor they are mean to new patient regret to visit that place my kids had just bad experience w em
james kinnel
2 years ago
First, I want to preface this review by saying it is lengthy, unbiased and unprovoked with no affiliation to this dentist. Second, I'm not an English major so if there are typos (ungodly amounts of commas, possibly misplaced)...my deepest apologies . Play by play: We arrive on time and we're took back at our appointment time. Alyson greeted us warmly and showed us back. As we are walking into the room I noticed a rather concerned look on my 6 yr old daughter's face (she's always extremely present and aware). So I asked "You ok? She shook her head yes, then no. Right after, Alyson asked "How are you today?" She gave her patented "I'm great!" She sat down and began to assess the room. Trying to settle in, I seen she was still a little concerned. So I asked again. , "Hey, you ok?" She shook her head no again. So I asked her what was wrong. She said what I thought was cold, so I offered her my sweater. She said In a disgruntled voice "Noooo." And tipped her chin upwards to let me know she wanted to tell me something in my ear. So I lean down and she whispered "I'm scared." I assured her that I was right there and that everything should be alright. She wanted to watch something on my phone to kind of distract her. It did momentarily, but then she has to get in the chair. She got in the chair, laid back for a few moments then rose up suddenly and said (emotionally) "Daddy...I'm scared." So immediately I pick her up and hold her tight in my arms and tell her, "Hey baby girl.. Daddy is right here!!!" She starts to cry softly on my shoulder, almost inaudibly. Alyson immediately comforts her as well with gentle words and a motherly type tone of voice. Then tells me hey I'm going to give you two just a moment to talk alone. As I know a little privacy tends to help and if she is too uncomfortable and doesn't want to do it, we won't push it. So she leaves for a moment while I comfort her. Her shoulders begin to relax on my chest because she is now safely in my arms. She doesn't say too much, just sniffles and snubs quietly. I just keep reminding her that I'm here. Just before they come in she does ask if it's going to hurt. I don't like lying to her so my response was "I don't think so, but daddy is not sure". Alyson and Dr. Perry come back in and asked her if she wanted to give it a try and that if at any moment she still felt uncomfortable that we would stop and not continue. I tell them she had something to ask. She ask them if it would hurt. Dr. Perry assured her very passionately and confidently, it would not hurt at all! My daughter agreed and they got to work posthaste. What they did not know was in the background was a father that every encounter (save one) he had with a dentist before age 18 was very painful and traumatic (I say every with accuracy and without exaggeration). I watched their every move. I watched how they communicated and operated with such chemistry. I watched my daughter lay there and not once did she flinch (the tell all response to dental pain). After noticing that she had not flinched even in the slightest. A single tear roll down my cheeks as reminisced on my daunting dentistry past. I swiped it quickly, because I rarely cry and I don't want to ruin my reputation now lol. They are finished (about 10-15 minutes) and he asked her if she felt any pain. She shook her head no. So he kept his promise in hers eyes and mine. She got two prizes and a balloon. While I understand the business aspect of having a sense of urgency, we never felt rushed. It was personal and professional. We gave departing pleasantries and I left with an emotional high that I did not expect! Sincerely, An Observant and Caring Father
Jane Crider
2 years ago
Impatient and not trained to deal with children, especially any with trauma. Cruel & blunt.
Janemarie Crider
2 years ago
This is NOT how you treat or talk to children. Far from "warm" or caring. Honestly you should be ashamed for treating anyone, especially little ones who have been hurt or have special needs this way.
xue di
2 years ago
Don't be fooled by ads Don't be fooled by ads Don't be fooled by ads do not recommend Knoxville Pediatric Dentistry in Farragut. My boys had been here for three years! Following info FYI: 1)Dentists here have no patience. They do not try to talk with or distracted my boy when he had cavities with scary, otherwise she recommended us to other offices. 2)They just wanna money, didn't care about teeth health of your sweet hearts. An dentist said two of my big boy's teeth bolcked the new teeth growing out on a well check up, so he applied some medicine to loose these two teeth, and planned another appointment giving him spacers several months later. however as we came to the second appointment, it was another dentist and he told us the new teeth had already come out, it was too late to install spacers. so I HAVE TO PAY MORE MONEY ON ORTHODONTICS for my boy. Why I have to pay more? WHY he has to suffer the pain?
Crystal Lawson
2 years ago
Very disappointed in how they have done my kids at the gate lane location
Stacey Horton
2 years ago
0/10 do NOT recommend Knoxville Pediatric Denistry in Farragut for children on the Autism Spectrum or anyone with sensory issues. Specifically a new dentist there Dr. Jacob Perry. He made the appt very traumatizing for my kiddos - even with their BCBA therapists there with us at the appt. I wrote an email to the office manager. I hope they will get better training for their staff in handling special needs children.
Stormy Owens
2 years ago
AMAZING staff! My son had a previous bad experience at another dentist and the staff at Knoxville Pediatric was so kind and patient with him, his nervousness instantly faded and his appointment went amazing! Thank you to all the staff for going above and beyond yall are truly THE BEST!
Will Edmonds
2 years ago
Called to make an appointment for my disabled son and they would not see him because he is 15!!!! Only 10 and under seen at office. i explained my issue and asked for recommendations and no help on this either.
Alexis Wright
2 years ago
This place is the worst place I ever been.
Jaymee Westover
3 years ago
They cancel appointments made months in advance with very little notice. They also make these appointments very hard to reschedule.
Morgan Allen
3 years ago
They have alot of new dentist working there now that seem to be right out of school. They're not as experienced.
Sonja Fowler
3 years ago
Great dentist and hygienist for your children. Everyone here is nice, patient with my children especially my daughter who's afraid for dental work being done. Always gets her to calm down and relax. Dr. Fowler is always nice respectful, does good work. Great at answering all my questions about hereditary dental problems. Has always made us feel welcome has never scolded us nor the kids for slipping on flossing or anything like that, always reassuring of great dental care. I believe my children's teeth are in great hands with this great staff. Thanks for all the hard work.
Alexis Wright
3 years ago
This place is the worst place I ever been.
Will Edmonds
3 years ago
Called to make an appointment for my disabled son and they would not see him because he is 15!!!! Only 10 and under seen at office. i explained my issue and asked for recommendations and no help on this either.
Taylor Bembury
3 years ago
The hygienist were wonderful sweet people, but once we got to the back it was so much going on (unorganized). I felt like if they didn't let so many people go back with the child it would help. Granted we were only in the back for like 10mins I just felt so overwhelmed I'm glad we went to the back room and not in the open. But overall it was good
Christine Wilson
3 years ago
My 4 year old wound up having some cavities at her last visit and was recommended to have fillings. This practice uses pain medicine along with laughing gas to keep the children calm during the procedure and if they wiggle in the slightest, Dr Fowler loses his patience and leaves the room. The assistant quickly cleans up and when I asked if he's coming back to finish, she explains that we will have to come back another time. This was a horrible experience and Dr Fowler is extremely arrogant and rude with no bedside manner. I left carrying my sedated child out of the office and I was in tears as I called them to let them know I would not be back. What an absolutely awful experience!!! Please take your babies elsewhere when deciding on a good pediatric dentist. This is not the place!
cassandra novak
3 years ago
Love them taking my 3 girls different ages is easier and quicker than taking just one of them to a regular doctor visit. Great staff
Jack Patel
3 years ago
No longer waiting, staff is very helpful. Nice and clean environment
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