Cumberland Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics provides pediatric dental and orthodontic care for children and teens in Cookeville and surrounding Putnam County communities. Our team focuses on gentle, age-appropriate care in a setting designed to help kids feel comfortable and supported.
Call 931-854-1200 to schedule your child’s visit.
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We understand that visiting the dentist can feel unfamiliar for children, which is why our Cookeville pediatric dental team focuses on creating calm, confidence-building experiences from the start. Children are welcomed by name, treated with patience and care, and encouraged to feel proud of their healthy smiles.
Our team uses kid-friendly technology and explains each step in clear, simple language so children know what to expect. This approach helps families feel informed, comfortable, and supported throughout every visit.
Most pediatric dental visits at our Cookeville office last about 30 to 45 minutes, allowing time for personalized care without feeling rushed.
During your child’s first visit, our pediatric dental team provides a gentle cleaning, digital X-rays when appropriate, and a full exam. We review findings with parents, discuss any recommended care, and share practical brushing and nutrition tips to support healthy smiles at home.
Cumberland Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is located at the intersection of South Jefferson Avenue and East Jackson Street in Cookeville, TN. Our office sits next to Krystal and the Cookeville Commons shopping mall, directly across from Jefferson Avenue Church of Christ and near Kroger and Aldi.
We proudly care for children and families throughout Putnam County, including Cookeville, Algood, Baxter, Monterey, Silverpoint, Gainesboro, and Sparta.
Dr. Jantzen Lambert provides pediatric dental care with a focus on prevention, education, and patient comfort.
Dr. Jantzen Lambert provides pediatric dental care with a focus on prevention, education, and patient comfort.
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Dr. Bryan Byrnside provides pediatric dental care focused on prevention, education, and helping children feel at ease during visits.
Dr. Bryan Byrnside provides pediatric dental care focused on prevention, education, and helping children feel at ease during visits.
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Dr. Ahmed Abumastafa provides orthodontic care for children and teens, focusing on proper alignment and long-term oral health.
Dr. Ahmed Abumastafa provides orthodontic care for children and teens, focusing on proper alignment and long-term oral health.
View MoreChildren have different dental needs. If you have a special needs child, we offer unique care for unique kids. Whether the concern is anxiety or emotional distress, physical disability, or special problems that require dental attention, such as cleft palate, our orthodontic team has the ability to provide special needs orthodontic treatment at our offices, providing the flexibility that special needs children need from their dental care.
Dental emergencies can be distressing and worrisome. Knowing what types of injuries can help to avoid unnecessary emergency room visits. Dental emergencies can include facial trauma that damages the structure of the teeth or jaw, loss of a permanent tooth, severe tooth pain, or signs of infection. Our teams are available day or night to assist our patients needs. We have pediatric dentists and staff on call to better serve all existing patients during a time of emergency while the office is closed.
To learn more about our payment and insurance policies, check out our Payment & Insurance page.
Tooth decay and children no longer have to go hand-in-hand. At our office, we are most concerned with all aspects of preventive care. We use the latest in sealant technology to protect your child’s teeth. Sealants are space-age plastics that are bonded to the chewing surfaces of decay-prone back teeth. This is just one of the ways we will set the foundation for your child’s lifetime of good oral health.
We are asked this question many times. We suggest you prepare your child the same way that you would before their first haircut or trip to the shoe store. This will not be the frightening experience you may remember from your youth. If you are nervous about the trip, then the less you say the better. You cannot hide your anxiety from a child (they have radar for these things). We will send you an activity/coloring book before the appointment that will explain everything. Have fun going through it with your child. Your child’s reaction to his first visit to the dentist may surprise you. Click here to see a youtube video of a real cleaning in our office!
In the same way that pediatricians are trained to meet a child’s medical needs, our pediatric dental specialists are uniquely qualified to protect your child’s oral health using the most advanced techniques, and all in our delightfully friendly open treatment area. Pediatric dentists have an additional two to three years of training at university pediatric facilities in addition to four years of dental school and four years of college study. Some pediatric dentists (including all of ours) practice general dentistry before specializing, giving them a unique perspective. They learn how to deal with the behavioral aspects of children, how to make them feel comfortable, and to make the experience pleasant. They also are trained and qualified to treat special needs patients.
Some dental problems begin very early in life. One concern is early childhood tooth decay, a serious condition caused by a child staying on the bottle (or breast) too long. Oral habits (such as digit sucking) should also be checked. The earlier the dental visit, the better the chances of preventing problems. Strong, healthy teeth help your child chew food easily, speak clearly, and feel good about his or her appearance.
Primary teeth are important because they help with proper chewing and eating, help in speech development, and add to an attractive appearance. A child who can chew easily, speak clearly, and smile confidently is a happier child. Healthy primary teeth allow normal development of the jaw bones and muscles, save space for the permanent teeth, and guide them into place. If a baby tooth is lost too soon, permanent teeth may come in crooked. Decayed baby teeth can cause pain, abscesses, infections, and can spread to the permanent teeth. Also, your child’s general health can be affected if diseased baby teeth aren’t treated. Remember, some primary molars are not replaced until age 10-14, so they must last for years.
Has your child ever begged you not to leave the dentist? Impossible you say? Not at our office. It could be our gentle touch and special way with kids. Our pediatric specialists and staff love children and are specially trained to put them at ease. We teach your children the proper way to take care of their teeth and just as important, they learn that going to the dentist can be fun.
We have several options available from traditional metal braces, clear ceramic braces, and clear removable aligners. We offer braces for all ages! For more information please follow the link below.
To learn more about our payment and insurance policies, check out our Payment & Insurance page.
We believe it is important for every person to have a healthy and perfect smile! We offer custom financing options to fit anyone’s budget. We do this by providing low down payments and flexible monthly payments over an adjustable time period. We are honored to offer 0%, in house financing to our patients to help achieve the perfect payment plan for you. Contact our office for more information.
Your first appointment with our orthodontist is FUN! We will give you a tour of our office, and then take some photos of your teeth. You will meet our orthodontist and he/she will discuss if orthodontic treatment is necessary. If orthodontic treatment is prescribed we offer the option to get you treatment started the same day, making the best use of your valuable time!
We get asked this a lot and in various ways “Is my child READY for braces?” or “Shouldn’t we wait until all their baby teeth are gone?” The answer to this question is unique to every child. The American Association of Orthodontics recommends that all children by the age of 7 be seen by an orthodontist. Early detection of some orthodontic problems is important to correct and the key to avoid difficult treatment later. This is why we offer FREE orthodontic exams! Call us today to get your child’s free orthodontic exam.
Different children have different dental needs. If you have a special needs child, we offer unique care for unique kids. Whether the concern is anxiety or emotional distress, physical disability, or special problems that require dental attention, such as cleft palate, our pediatric dentists have the ability to provide special needs dental treatment at our offices and the hospital, providing the flexibility that special needs children need from their dental care.
Yes. Our Cookeville pediatric dental office welcomes families from across Putnam County, including Algood, Baxter, Monterey, Silver Point, Gainesboro, and Sparta.
Children should see a pediatric dentist by their first birthday or when their first tooth appears. Early visits help establish healthy habits.
Pediatric dentists focus exclusively on children’s oral health and use techniques designed for growing smiles and comfort.
Our team works with families to coordinate appointments whenever possible to make visits more convenient.
Our team provides gentle, expert care in a kid-friendly environment designed to support healthy smiles at every stage.
