5 Underrated Dental Clinics in Downtown, Knoxville TN Worth Trying
Updated 11 October 2026 · 8 dental clinics in Downtown, Knoxville TN considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers five dental clinics in the Downtown Knoxville TN area that have strong Google ratings but fewer than 400 reviews, so they are easy to overlook. It suits people choosing a dentist for routine care, anxious patients and anyone seeking a second opinion. Each business was rated 4.4 or higher, and eight qualifying businesses were considered. The entries follow the ranking, which is based on Google rating weighted by review count. Hours, addresses and accessibility details appear with what reviewers mention about each clinic.
#1
Sequoyah Dental Arts
★ 4.9 (393 Google reviews)Dentist
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Sequoyah Dental Arts is a dentist with a 4.9 rating from 393 reviews. It is open Monday to Thursday from 8 am to 5 pm and closed Friday to Sunday. The office at 2719 Kingston Pike lists wheelchair access to the car park, entrance and toilet. Reviewers mention a kind, gentle team and say the practice is patient with people who have dental anxiety. One reviewer says they were seen within a week of calling.
Best for: Anxious patients and nervous first visits
- Address
- 2719 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919, United States
- Hours
- Fri Closed; Mon 8 am–5 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 8 am–5 pm; Tue 8 am–5 pm; Wed 8 am–5 pm
#2
Pristine Smiles
★ 4.9 (270 Google reviews)Dental clinic
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Pristine Smiles is a dental clinic with a 4.9 rating from 270 reviews. It is open Tuesday to Thursday from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday from 9 am to 4 pm, and closed Friday to Sunday. The office at 240 S Peters Rd also has wheelchair-accessible seating. Guests describe a cozy waiting room with water in the fridge, friendly front desk staff and a dentist who explains each step.
Best for: Implant patients and families
- Address
- 240 S Peters Rd #101, Knoxville, TN 37923, United States
- Hours
- Fri Closed; Mon 9 am–4 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 8 am–5 pm; Tue 8 am–5 pm; Wed 8 am–5 pm
#3
TLC Dental Care - Knoxville
★ 4.9 (260 Google reviews)Dentist
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TLC Dental Care - Knoxville is a dentist with a 4.9 rating from 260 reviews. It is open Monday and Tuesday from 9 am to 5 pm, Wednesday and Thursday from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, and closed Friday to Sunday. The practice at 1547 Downtown W Blvd is listed with wheelchair access. Feedback often praises a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a team that stays patient with people who are nervous about needles.
Best for: Needle anxiety and sensitive gag reflex
- Address
- 1547 Downtown W Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37919, United States
- Hours
- Fri Closed; Mon 9 am–5 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 7:30 am–3:30 pm; Tue 9 am–5 pm; Wed 7:30 am–3:30 pm
#4
University General Dentists
★ 4.9 (248 Google reviews)Dentist
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University General Dentists is a dentist with a 4.9 rating from 248 reviews. It is open Monday to Thursday from 8 am to 5 pm, on Friday from 8 am to 2 pm, and closed on weekends. The office at 10000 Kingston Pike has wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance and toilet. Customers highlight friendly, professional staff who are communicative and transparent. One reviewer says they no longer dread going to the dentist.
Best for: Families wanting a long-term dentist
- Address
- 10000 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–2 pm; Mon 8 am–5 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 8 am–5 pm; Tue 8 am–5 pm; Wed 8 am–5 pm
#5
South Knox Dental
★ 4.9 (230 Google reviews)Dentist
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South Knox Dental is a dentist with a 4.9 rating from 230 reviews. It is open Monday to Thursday from 8 am to 5 pm and closed Friday to Sunday. Wheelchair access to the car park, entrance and toilet is listed for the office at 6555 Chapman Hwy. Reviewers note a warm front desk team, a first conversation by email before a visit and step-by-step explanations for nervous patients. Reviewers also say the office will work with patients on finances.
Best for: First-time patients who feel anxious
- Address
- 6555 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920, United States
- Hours
- Fri Closed; Mon 8 am–5 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 8 am–5 pm; Tue 8 am–5 pm; Wed 8 am–5 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 8 dental clinics in Downtown, Knoxville TN with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then rated 4.4 or higher on Google but with fewer than 400 reviews. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, TLC Dental Care - Knoxville opens at 7:30 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated dental clinic on this list?
Sequoyah Dental Arts ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 393 reviews. Pristine Smiles is second at 4.9 from 270 reviews.
Which dental clinics in Downtown, Knoxville TN are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Sequoyah Dental Arts, at 5 pm.
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