Every patient starts here
General Dentistry
Cleanings with a registered hygienist, exams with Dr. Lee, tooth-coloured fillings and porcelain crowns. The goal is simple: back to your day with as little stress as possible.
How a visit runsPremier Dental Associates · 201 Bus Terminal Rd · Se habla español
Gentle, patient dentistry in Oak Ridge from Dr. David Lee, 35 years at the chair.
A family and locally owned office for cleanings, fillings, implants, dentures and wisdom teeth. Open Monday to Thursday, 7:30 to 5.
Two Dr. Lees, one chair
Dr. David Lee has practiced for 35 years. One day a week, his son works beside him.
Dr. David B. Lee earned his D.D.S. at the University of Tennessee in 1989 and was nominated Top Dentist in Knoxville by Knoxville Magazine. Dr. Christopher Lee, the ninth dentist in the family, trained at Roseman University and belongs to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
Treatments in the office
Most of what you need is done right here, by the same team.
General, surgical, cosmetic and children's dentistry under one roof on Bus Terminal Road. Premier Dental uses only the highest quality dental materials, because they make a real difference in how the work holds up.
Replacing a missing tooth
Dental Implants
An implant normally takes just over an hour and can usually be placed with a local anesthetic alone. Bone grafting first, when a tooth has been gone a long time.
The implant visit
Complete, partial, implant-supported
Dentures
Single-visit traditional dentures, complete or partial, and implant-supported dentures that stay put when you eat and talk.
Denture optionsAlso in the chair
Smiles, straightening, wisdom teeth and kids.
Nothing here is quoted until Dr. Lee has looked. Call and the front office will find a morning that suits you.
- Cosmetic Dentistry
Porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, tooth-coloured composite fillings, porcelain crowns and bridges.
- Wisdom Teeth
Extractions in the office under local anesthetic, with nitrous oxide available. Most take 20 minutes or less.
- Clear Liners
Removable clear aligners for crowding and gaps. Treatment averages 2 to 15 months, with a check about every six weeks.
- Pediatric Dentistry
Children see the same gentle, patient team as their parents, in English or Spanish.
What patients say
out of 5 on Google, from 523 reviews.
Every quote on this page is copied word for word from a Google review.
“I came in as a brand-new patient with severe tooth pain and honestly, a lot of fear and anxiety about going to the dentist. From the moment I walked in, the staff made me feel completely at ease. They were kind, patient, and incredibly understanding of my nerves. Even though I'd never been seen there before, they got me in first thing in the morning and had a root canal scheduled for the very next day.”
“Dr. David Lee always goes the extra mile to explain the procedure and possibilities for my complete dental care. Really enjoy his personality and professionalism in the work place. I always have a positive visit with a few laughs.”
“Dr. Lee and his staff are phenomenal! I actually don't mind going to the dentist since seeing Dr. Lee. The staff are so helpful, friendly and always willing to help their patients with a smile and great can do attitudes!”
Se habla español.
Dr. David Lee es dentista hispanohablante. Llame al (865) 483-1323, de lunes a jueves.
Before you call
The questions the front office hears most.
Kayla and Tena at the front desk can answer the rest on the phone, in English or Spanish. CareCredit is accepted.
Ask the front officeMonday through Thursday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The office is closed Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Call the office at (865) 483-1323. If we're closed when you call, the recording explains how to reach Dr. Lee by telephone. For a serious or life-threatening injury, call 911.
Yes. Se habla español. Dr. David Lee is a Spanish-speaking dentist.
Generally 20 minutes or less, done in the office under local anesthetic with nitrous oxide available. Most people recover in 5 to 7 days, and the gum is healed in 3 to 4 weeks.
The implant procedure normally takes just over an hour and can usually be done with only a local anesthetic. If a tooth has been missing for a long time, bone grafting may be needed first.
CareCredit is accepted. Call the front office to talk through your treatment plan and payment options.
201 Bus Terminal Rd, Oak Ridge
Look for the flag and the white brick. Parking is right by the door.
- Hours
- Monday to Thursday
- 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
- Dental emergency
- Call the office. After hours, the recording tells you how to reach Dr. Lee. For a life-threatening injury, call 911.