Our Doctors
Dr. Swauger and Dr. Suiter have assembled an incredibly friendly, experienced and professional staff specifically trained and educated to respond to the unique needs of each child. Our staff has over 50 years of combined pediatric dentistry experience and we all look forward to personally welcoming you and your family as the newest members of our dental family!!
Dr. Swauger
KURT R. SWAUGER, D.D.S.
Dr. Swauger is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and board certified to practice pediatric dentistry in Tennessee, having completed the advanced degrees necessary for specialization.
Dr. Swauger is a diplomat of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and a member of both the Tennessee Dental Association and the Nashville Dental Association, as well as a proud member of “The Summit Institute” group of dental professionals.
Dr. Swauger has been voted as one of the best pediatric dentists by readers of Nashville Parent and Sumner Parent Magazine for the past 20 years.
Dr. Suiter
EMILY SUITER, D.D.S.
Dr. Emily Suiter grew up in Clarksville, Tennessee, where she saw the transformative possibilities of a happy, healthy smile through her father’s orthodontic practice. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Belmont University, then attended University of Tennessee College of Dentistry in Memphis, graduating with high honors in 2013 and receiving a Doctorate of Dental Surgery. Dr. Suiter also completed a Master of Science in Pediatric Dentistry degree at UT, where her thesis research was published in the leading pediatric dental research journal, Pediatric Dentistry. She is a board-certified pediatric dentist and member of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry College of Diplomates, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Tennessee Dental Association.
Dr. Suiter and her husband, Justin, have two young sons. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her extended family in Clarksville, camping at Dale Hollow Lake, and sitting still between two running boys.
Dr. Warren
SPENCER WARREN, D.D.S.
Dr. Spencer grew up in McMinnville, Tennessee before attending college at Lipscomb University in Nashville. It was there that he met his wife, Annie, on a medical mission trip to Guatemala. After college, Dr. Spencer attended the University of Tennessee Health Science Center: College of Dentistry, earning a Doctorate of Dental Surgery. During his time at UTHSC, he developed an interest in pediatric dentistry while working in the pediatric clinic and teaching children about oral health at local schools. This interest took him to The Ohio State University, where he completed extensive training in pediatric dentistry and received a Master of Science degree.
Dr. Spencer is passionate about finding ways to make each child and family feel comfortable in the dental office. He understands that every child has unique needs, and he strives to find ways to take care of each child in an individualized way.
Outside of the office, Dr. Spencer enjoys spending time with his wife and two cats, Rory and Berlin. He is excited to be back in Nashville to cheer on the Titans and the Predators. He also enjoys trying new restaurants and can be found in one of the many beautiful parks in the Nashville area.