We monitor our appointment requests several times a day and will usually reply within one business day during open hours.
Utilizing the latest technology and treatment modalities, Dr. Jean-Pierre is dedicated to providing excellent periodontal care to his patients within a very comfortable environment.
Dr. Jean-Pierre received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Meharry Medical College, in 2003 where he was recognized by the award for outstanding achievement in Periodontics. He went on to complete his periodontal specialty training at the University of Tennessee, Memphis in 2006 where he received his Certificate of Specialty in Periodontics and his Masters of Dental Science degree. He established the Periodontal Care Center in July of 2006.
Dr. Jean-Pierre is a Board Certified Diplomate of the American Academy of Periodontology, which certifies that he is a periodontist who has made significant achievements beyond the mandatory educational requirements of the specialty.
Dr. Jean-Pierre is an associate professor in the Department of Periodontics at Meharry Medical College. He is an active member of the American Dental Association, the National Dental Association, American Academy of Periodontology, Tennessee Association of Periodontists, Southern Academy of Periodontology, and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
Tania
Tania is our Treatment Coordinator. She will be at the front desk to warmly greet you and make you feel comfortable. As a dental professional since 1999, Tania has cross-trained as a dental assistant and is certified in CPR. Tania has many years in the customer service field and believes that, “Our patients are our priority!”
Hayley
Hayley is one of Dr. Jean-Pierre’s registered dental assistants. She has current certification in dental radiology, nitrous oxide monitoring and CPR. Hayley has 10 years of experience in the dental field. In addition to chairside assisting, her cross-training includes experience with all aspects of front office management, allowing her to provide our patients with the best care possible.
Lizzie
Lizzie is a registered dental assistant. She graduated with honors from Daymar Institute in Nashville, TN. Lizzie is certified in CPR, Nitrous Oxide Monitoring, and Digital Dental Radiography. Lizzie is always striving to help meet the needs of our patients by educating them on the importance of good oral health, while ensuring their comfort and bringing a smile to everyone’s faces. Lizzie is very excited to be part of the Periodontal Care Center team.
Betty
Betty Hardy Hines has had an exciting and creative career as a Dental Hygienist for 38 years. While still practicing, Betty found time to become an Image Consultant, appear in Colgate’s “Bright Smile Bright Future” video, teach and give many lectures. If you ask what drives her, she will tell you it’s “God”. Her objective is to always pursue new challenges in educating patients on the advances in Preventive Dentistry.
Comfortable reception area
Relaxing fountain
Calming surroundings
State-of-the-art technology