A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve your optimal dental health. Should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to see and care for you as soon as possible.
As a practice, we truly believe that preventative care and education are the keys to optimal dental health.We strive to provide dental health care vs. disease care; thats why we focus on thorough exams checking the overall health of your teeth and gums, performing oral cancer exams, and taking X-rays when necessary. We also know that routine cleanings, flossing, sealants, and fluoride are all helpful in preventing dental disease. Not only are we focused on the beauty of your smile, were also concerned about your health. A review of your medical history can help us stay informed of your overall health, any new medications, and any illnesses that may impact your dental health.
Infection control in our office is also very important to us. To protect our patients and ourselves, we strictly maintain sterilization and cross contamination processes using standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy. To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. We attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Also, being members of various professional dental associations helps us to stay abreast of the changes and recommendations for our profession.
Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success.We understand how uneasy some patients can feel about their dental visits, and we know that we can make a difference by providing a relaxing and positive experience. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.
Dr. Romero is a graduate of the University Of Tennessee College Of Dentistry Class of 2007 and completed his residency at Metro Health Medical Center and the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. He was a Major in the TN Army National Guard and was previously deployed to Iraq, serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom. With an avid interest in aviation, he has flown helicopters in the Army and completed training in the US Army Airborne and Air Assault School. He has volunteered service to Hope Smiles, Interfaith Dental Clinic and other non-profit organizations.
Dr. Romero resides in Franklin, TN with his wife Eva Angelina and their four children, Briana, Jaime, Marisa and Javier. Some of his interests include spending time with his family, playing basketball, biking, soccer, and the outdoors. Dr. Romero enjoys reaching out in the community and helping others in need. Dr. Romero is also fluent in Spanish.
Dr. Riggs was born and raised in Indiana, but is happy to call Tennessee home. With an extensive educational background and comprehensive practical experience, Dr. Riggs is a valuable part of the team. After receiving his bachelors degree in biology and his D.D.S. from Indiana University, he went on to continue his education at the University of Texas. Dr. Riggs then completed his general surgery internship and a residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery at the University of Texas Medical Center. Now, Dr, Riggs is proud to serve our community by offering comfortable, transformative dental care.Dr. Riggs is a fellow on the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and is a member of the Hines Academy and the Tennessee Society of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. You can rest assured that you are in good hands with Dr. Riggs.