Clint Newman, DDS

Dr. Newman did a great job on my teeth, however, this review is in reference to their business practices. I do not appreciate feeling tricked into paying hundreds of dollars for dental work because they failed to mention to me that Dr. Newman was «out of network» for my dental insurance. I don’t feel like it is a good business practice to never mention to a customer that they will be on the hook for any charges over and above what the insurance company will pay. When I got a bill for over $ 1,000.00 I almost fainted. I am grateful that Dr. Newman worked with me to reduce the bill some, but I ultimately felt tricked into agreeing to hundreds of dollars worth of dental work that he said I needed without any mention that the office was out of network for my insurance.

I saw Dr. Fossick for many years before Clint Newman took over his office/​space. Though the office was immediately renovated, I did not experience a significant price increase with what I needed done, if any at all. All the dental hygienists I’ve had were very nice and thorough, and Dr. Newman was very professional. When I asked him a few questions, he didn’t try and hurry off like other dentists I’ve had. I’ve never had a crown, just one little filling and it’s still secure five years later. I recommend him to friends all the time.

I will never return here. Dr. Newman is a great dentist! However, I received services and had a 30 day outstanding balance of $ 40 (which I was unaware). Heidi attacked me upon leaving, in front of other clients, asked me to call my parents at work, and was RUDE. While I understand clients may not pay, I am a local medical student and if there is anything I learned from this experience, my patients will NEVER be treated as such. I left in tears…

I recently went to Dr. Newman for a cleaning; after eight years of no type of dental interaction. I was in the military, that should say it all. But I was referred to Dr. Newman by a close friend, so to humor her I scheduled a cleaning. I was amazed first by his website, and even more so by the office. It isn’t big but it had a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere. My dental hygienist, Michelle was amazing. Even with eight years of… crud, she was able to get all of the plaque, tarter and other nastiness out without the pain I had expected. She even took dental xrays before and after to show me what my dental situation looked like before and after. Although my insurance wasn’t accepted, payment terms and the cost were more than affordable; I would have charged more for the 2 days of work Dr. Newman and Michelle put into my cleaning. I will be going back for fillings and don’t feel uncomfortable in any way. Just a great dentist and hygienist overall.

During my visit to Tennessee, I happen to run into Dr. Clint Newman. Dr. Newman is very professional and courteous to everyone in his office, which is not something you see normally. He has a lot of recommendations and his patients have a lot of great things to say. I have planned to improve my smile with him and it is cost effective and so far, its been pain free. I would advise anyone in middle Tennessee looking for a an honest, professional dentist to seek his expertise.