5 Goodlettsville dental practices compared on 3,092 public reviews, verified credentials, and services.
Quick answer
Our top ranked dental practice in Goodlettsville, Tennessee is Dr. Richard Barkley, DDS, rated 5.0 out of 5 across 556 public reviews. Other top choices include Dr. Robert Schmidle, DDS and Dr. Ted Beazley, DDS. Goodlettsville has a population of about 17,429, and the 5 strongest local practices are compared on this page.
Choosing the right dentist in Goodlettsville, Tennessee is much easier when the research is already done for you. We compared local dental practices on review scores, review volume, registry credentials, and the treatments they offer. What follows is our honest ranking of the top options in Goodlettsville.
Across the 5 top practices we highlight in Goodlettsville, patients can access general dentistry and periodontics. 1 of these practices on this page offers periodontics. The Goodlettsville practices on this list average 20 years in practice, with Dr. Richard Barkley, DDS among the most established at 21 years. Listed offices are concentrated around the 37072 ZIP area. Together these practices hold 3,092 public Google reviews, led by Goodlettsville Smiles with 1,117. The average rating across this Goodlettsville list is 5.0 out of 5.
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General Dentistry
Provides general dentistry for Goodlettsville families, a well established practice with 21 years of experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 556 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
A Goodlettsville dental office focused on general dentistry, a well established practice with 20 years of experience. Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 790 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
General dentistry in Goodlettsville, delivered by a well established practice with 20 years of experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 324 public Google reviews.
Periodontics
Periodontics in Goodlettsville, delivered by serving patients for 19 years. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 305 public Google reviews.
General Dentistry
Offering general dentistry in Goodlettsville, an established local practice. Rated 5.0 out of 5 across 1,117 public Google reviews.
Ratings on this list run from 4.9 to 5.0, review counts from 305 to 1,117, and registry records from 19 to 21 years.
| Rank | Practice | Google rating | Reviews | Years on record | Services |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dr. Richard Barkley, DDS | 5.0 | 556 | 21 | General Dentistry |
| #2 | Dr. Robert Schmidle, DDS | 4.9 | 790 | 20 | General Dentistry |
| #3 | Dr. Ted Beazley, DDS | 5.0 | 324 | 20 | General Dentistry |
| #4 | Dr. Deborah Robbins, DDS | 5.0 | 305 | 19 | Periodontics |
| #5 | Goodlettsville Smiles | 5.0 | 1,117 | — | General Dentistry |
4 of the 5 Goodlettsville practices on this page are matched to their record in the US National Provider Identifier registry, and 5 carry a public Google rating. Details were last reviewed on August 28, 2026.
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The practices we list in Goodlettsville, Tennessee average 5.0 stars. That is above nearby Memphis (4.9), Nashville (4.9), and Knoxville (4.9).
A healthy mouth quietly supports the rest of your health. A general dentist in Goodlettsville, Tennessee cleans and examines your teeth and treats decay while it is still small. Twice a year visits keep issues small and give the dentist time to plan any bigger work carefully.
General Dentistry4 of 5 listed practices
General dentistry covers checkups, cleanings, cavity treatment, and the long term upkeep of your teeth and gums. In Goodlettsville, offered by Dr. Richard Barkley, DDS, Dr. Robert Schmidle, DDS, Dr. Ted Beazley, DDS and 1 more.
Periodontics1 of 5 listed practices
Periodontal care protects the gums and bone that hold your teeth in place. In Goodlettsville, offered by Dr. Deborah Robbins, DDS.
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Our Goodlettsville, Tennessee ranking is editorial, not paid: each practice is scored on reviews, review volume, registry credentials, experience, and online presence. Sponsored spots are labeled and never change the organic order.
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Among the 5 practices listed in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, registry records show an average of 20 years in operation, and 4 have been on record for 15 years or more. Dr. Richard Barkley, DDS has the longest record at 21 years. Experience matters most for complex work such as implants or root canals.
Look at review volume
The listed Goodlettsville, Tennessee practices hold 3,092 public Google reviews between them, with an average rating of 5.0. A score backed by many reviews, like the 1,117 for Goodlettsville Smiles, tells you more than a perfect rating from a handful of patients. Notice how the office replies to criticism, not just to praise.
Pick a practice that covers your needs
1 of the 5 listed Goodlettsville, Tennessee practices offers services beyond general dentistry, including periodontics. If you need periodontics, consider Dr. Deborah Robbins, DDS.
Consider the commute
The practices here are spread across 1 ZIP code (37072). Being close by matters most if you have kids or need several visits for one treatment.
Book a first visit
Treat your first appointment in Goodlettsville, Tennessee as a trial. If you feel rushed or pushed toward extra treatment, try another practice on this list.
New patient visits in Goodlettsville, Tennessee follow a familiar, unhurried pattern. Most offices start with photos or X rays, a gum health check, and a conversation about any concerns you have. You leave with a written plan, an estimate for any work, and a recommended schedule for the next visit.
Fees across Goodlettsville, Tennessee practices differ by procedure and by coverage. Keeping up with checkups is the cheapest way to avoid bigger bills later. If you are uninsured, ask Goodlettsville practices about cash prices or a membership plan.
Before you commit to a dentist in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, a few direct questions tell you a lot about the practice.
Dr. Richard Barkley, DDS holds the number 1 spot on our Goodlettsville list, with a 5.0 star Google rating from 556 reviews. Dr. Robert Schmidle, DDS ranks second with a 4.9 rating.
Goodlettsville Smiles has the most public Google reviews among the practices we list in Goodlettsville, with 1,117. Across all 5 listed practices there are 3,092 reviews in total.
In Goodlettsville, Tennessee, the 5 rated practices we list average 5.0 out of 5 on Google, and the highest rating is 5.0.
Of the practices we list, Dr. Richard Barkley, DDS has the longest record in the national provider registry, at more than 21 years. The average across the list is 20 years.
Besides general dentistry, the listed Goodlettsville, Tennessee practices offer periodontics (1 practice).
The Goodlettsville practices we list are in ZIP code 37072.
Each of the 5 Goodlettsville, Tennessee practices here was scored on the same factors: Google rating, number of reviews, national provider registry records, experience, and a working website. The highest scores make the list.
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