ABOUT THE CHATTANOOGA SLEEP CENTER

TMJ & ORAL APPLIANCE THERAPY

DR. KENT WHITE, DDS

Dr. Kent White is a talented and dedicated dentist who is committed to providing the highest quality of dental care to his patients. With over 28 years of experience, Dr. White has worked with a wide range of patients, from those in need of simple fillings to those in need of complex restorative treatments.

Dr. White’s impressive educational background includes a focus on oral/implant surgery, prosthetics, medical and dental trauma, and contemporary dental medicine. In 1990, he earned his degree in Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. He went on to complete a General Practice Residency and Implant Surgical Certification in Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral Sciences at the University of Miami School of Medicine. He continued his education with a fellowship at the International Association of Physiologic Aesthetics, followed by a fellowship at the American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics. Additionally, he attended the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies, where he earned a fellowship and served as a post-doctoral instructor from 1999-2005.

Throughout his academic career, Dr. White was involved in various activities and societies. His focus on oral/implant surgery, prosthetics, medical and dental trauma, and contemporary dental medicine is a testament to his passion for the field. During his time at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, he was involved in several activities and societies, including those that focused on these areas of expertise.

Dr. White’s expertise includes treating  TMJ/TMD. He and his team often see patients who have been unable to receive effective help from other medical professionals, and who need support from medicine or general dentistry, orthodontics, and physical/chiropractic care. They take a whole-body approach to oral healthcare, using medical-based and non-surgical approaches and equipment to help their clients heal both physically and emotionally.

Dr. White has been recognized by the American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics and awarded the prestigious fellowship of Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics (FAAIP). This award acknowledges Dr. White’s dedication to the field of implant prosthodontics and his unwavering commitment to providing high-quality dental care to his patients.

Dr. Kent White is an experienced, skilled, and compassionate dentist who is committed to providing the highest quality of care to his patients. His expertise, combined with his dedication, experience, and commitment to continuous education, make him an outstanding healthcare professional. If you or a loved one is in need of dental care, we invite you to schedule an appointment with Dr. White.

PULMONOLOGist & SLEEP SPECIALIST

DR. DANIEL R. SMITH, M.D.

Meet Dr. Daniel R. Smith, a board-certified and well-respected sleep medicine physician who brings over 28 years of experience to the Chattanooga Sleep Center. Dr. Smith obtained his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed his internal medicine residency and pulmonary disease/critical care medicine fellowship at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He is also a fellow of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the American College of Chest Physicians, as well as a member of the RTH Laennec Association.

Dr. Smith's journey into sleep medicine began during his fellowship at the Medical College of Georgia. He underwent extended training in sleep medicine under Dr. Bashir Chaudhary, a recognized expert in the field. This additional training has allowed Dr. Smith to treat a wide variety of sleep disorders, from sleep apnea to insomnia and everything in between.

As a physician at the Chattanooga Sleep Center, Dr. Smith works in close collaboration with a team of healthcare providers to provide the highest quality care to his patients. Whether you are struggling with sleep issues that are impacting your quality of life or simply looking to optimize your overall sleep health, Dr. Smith is here to help. Contact the Chattanooga Sleep Center today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Smith and take the first step towards better sleep.