Convenient Access from Laguardo
Families looking for a dentist near Laguardo should know the real numbers up front: Providence Dental Care is about 26 minutes away in Mt. Juliet, one of the longer drives among the communities we see. We think it earns its place on your calendar because of early weekday hours, care for every age under one roof, and a team that tries to fit more into each appointment.
From LaGuardo Elementary School at 1690 Double Log Cabin Rd, follow Double Log Cabin Rd about 2 miles out to Highway 109, where the new traffic signal sits, and turn left to head south. Stay on SR 109 for close to 7 miles, past the US 70 interchange, until it meets I-40 at exit 232. Go west on I-40 for roughly 6 miles to exit 226, turn right onto N Mt Juliet Rd, and our office at 684 N Mt Juliet Rd, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 is about half a mile ahead.
The trip covers about 15 miles, with the four-lane stretch of Highway 109 doing much of the work. School-zone and rush-hour traffic can slow the first few miles, so leave a little early for morning visits. Save our pin on Google Maps and the exit 226 turn is easy to find.
Closer neighbors make the same trip in less time: Green Hill is a bit closer to our door, and Lebanon lies just south down Highway 109.
A Dental Home That Fits Laguardo Family Life
Laguardo is a small, unincorporated community in Wilson County, strung along State Route 109 with a few stores, a utility district building and several churches. Its center actually shifted about a mile southeast in 1950, after Old Hickory Lake was dammed and Highway 109 grew in importance. Today the lake and the highway still shape daily life here.
The biggest recent change is the new LaGuardo Elementary, which opened for the 2025-26 school year with 45 classrooms. Wilson County Schools built it to handle a growing student count, and growth like that means more young families nearby. Those families need a dental office that handles a child's cleaning, a teenager's mouthguard and a parent's crown without three different addresses.
Our office was built around that idea. Our doctors see children, teens, adults and grandparents, and the values behind the office are simple: treat every patient like family, show you what we see, and never pressure anyone into treatment. Becoming a dental home for the whole family, across generations, is exactly the goal.
What Laguardo Parents and Lake Lovers Should Know
Kids are the place to start. Sealants on the chewing surfaces of back teeth help keep food and bacteria out of the deep grooves where cavities often begin. Fluoride after a cleaning strengthens enamel, and a custom sports mouthguard protects young teeth on the ball field or the court far better than a store-bought one.
Lake life brings its own risks. With a state boat ramp at Laguardo on Old Hickory Lake, plenty of local summers involve tubes, skis and slippery docks, and a fall on the water can chip or knock out a tooth. Quick action matters in those moments, which is why emergency care is part of what we offer, not an afterthought.
For adults, the quieter issues deserve attention too. Gum inflammation rarely hurts at first, and grinding at night can wear teeth down for years before anyone notices. Regular checkups give our doctors a chance to spot those changes early, while the fix is still small and simple.
Scheduling is where a longer drive from Laguardo gets easier. We open at 7 AM Monday through Thursday, so a parent can be seen and still make it to work on time. Friday runs from 8 AM to 2 PM.
For a first visit, our team sends forms ahead electronically; plan to arrive 15 minutes early and allow about an hour for the comprehensive exam. Bring a photo ID, your insurance card and any earlier x-rays you have.
Dental Services for Families Seeking a Dentist Near Laguardo
These are the areas of care Laguardo households lean on most. All of them are handled at our single office off I-40, so you are never sent across town for the next step.
Prevention for Every Age
Our Preventive Dentistry covers exams, screenings and imaging, plus sealants, fluoride, sports mouthguards and nightguards. Regular Teeth Cleaning removes the plaque and tartar that lead to decay and gum disease.
When Accidents Happen
Emergency Dentistry starts with a problem-focused exam and digital x-rays. If you have a dental emergency, call right away and we will do our best to see you the same day.
Fixing Damaged Teeth
Through Restorative Dentistry, our doctors repair teeth with fillings, crowns, bridges, root canal therapy and dentures. Many crowns can be made with CEREC and placed in a single visit, a real help when the round trip takes close to an hour.
Wisdom Teeth and Extractions
Our Oral Surgery care includes tooth extractions and wisdom tooth removal, planned with CBCT 3D imaging. Local anesthesia keeps the area numb, and nitrous oxide is available for patients who feel anxious.
Smile Improvements
Cosmetic Dentistry includes at-home whitening, veneers, smile makeovers and SureSmile clear aligners for mild to moderate crowding, a popular choice for adults who never had their teeth straightened.
Meet Your Laguardo Dental Team
Care here comes from two dentists. Dr. Josh Gunnels and Dr. Spencer Bierlein both believe in preserving natural teeth whenever possible. Dr. Gunnels is a Mount Juliet native who graduated from the University of Tennessee School of Dentistry in Memphis and enjoys hiking and fishing on his days off. Dr. Bierlein earned his dental degree at the University at Buffalo, is an Eagle Scout, and has provided care with Indian Health Services and in the Dominican Republic.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
Our office is in network with many popular insurers, Delta Dental, Cigna and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee among them, and the team is glad to sort out your benefits with you. Established patients without insurance can join one of our membership plans for routine care plus 20% off procedures. Cherry and CareCredit offer financing for bigger treatment plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Providence Dental Care from Laguardo, and how do I get there?
We are about 15 miles from LaGuardo Elementary School, roughly a 26-minute drive. The route follows Double Log Cabin Rd to Highway 109 south, then I-40 west to exit 226 and a right turn onto N Mt Juliet Rd. Families who want a dentist near Laguardo with 7 AM weekday starts find the drive manageable.
What should I do if a permanent tooth gets knocked out during a boating trip?
Find the tooth and pick it up by the crown, not the root. Rinse it gently if it is dirty, then try to place it back in the socket or keep it in milk. Call us immediately, because a knocked-out tooth has the best chance when a dentist sees it quickly.
Are dental sealants worth it for an elementary-age child?
For many children, yes. A sealant is a thin protective coating painted onto the grooves of the back teeth, where brushing often misses food and bacteria. Placing it is a quick, non-invasive step. Our doctors check your child's teeth at each exam and will tell you which ones would benefit.
Is wisdom tooth removal for teens done in your office, or will we be referred out?
In many cases, yes. Our doctors handle wisdom tooth removal and other extractions, using CBCT 3D imaging to see the roots and nearby nerves first. Local anesthesia numbs the area, and nitrous oxide can help an anxious teen relax. The exam and imaging will show whether your teen's case can be treated here.
How does the Child Complete membership work for kids?
Child Complete is for established patients 13 and younger, at $25 a month or $300 a year. It covers two cleanings, two exams, a fluoride treatment, routine x-rays and one emergency exam. Members also save 20% on procedures completed at our practice, which helps if a filling or sealant is needed later.
Schedule Your Visit from Laguardo
If your family wants a dentist near Laguardo that opens early and treats every age, call (615) 716-0058 to book. You can explore nearby communities on our Areas We Serve page, or learn about our Mt. Juliet dentist office and team.