Dr. Nicholas Norvell

DDS, MDS, CDT
Lieutenant Commander, USNR
Fellow, American College of Dentists
Fellow, International College of Dentists

I was born and raised right here in Wilson County. This community is in my bones. Dentistry wasn’t always the plan, but everything changed the day I watched a woman in recovery receive a full-mouth restoration. I’ll never forget her reaction: the shift in her body, the light in her face. It wasn’t just about teeth, it was about dignity, identity, and a future she could finally believe in. That moment stuck with me. I knew I wanted to be part of that kind of transformation for others.

I opened Restoration Dentistry with that vision in mind: to create a place where people feel seen, respected, and cared for on every level. A place where advanced treatment is delivered with humanity, and where patients don’t feel like numbers in a system. We’ve grown a lot since opening, but that core mission hasn’t changed.

Locally Grown, Nationally Trained​

After graduating from Friendship Christian School in Lebanon, I completed both my dental degree and residency in prosthodontics at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. That’s where I learned the technical side of transformational dentistry – the art and science behind rebuilding smiles that are both functional and beautiful. I’m proud to now share that expertise right here at home.

The Heart Behind Restoration Dentistry​

I founded Restoration Dentistry in 2019 because I believed there was a better way to care for people. We combine modern prosthodontics with a deeply personalized experience, giving patients access to high-end treatment in a space that feels calm, honest, and grounded. From single-tooth implants to full-mouth reconstructions, everything we do is about restoring more than just smiles. It’s about restoring confidence, peace of mind, and long-term health.

Beyond the Chair​

Outside of clinical care, I serve in the U.S. Navy Reserve, teach dental students and residents at Meharry and UTHSC, and speak nationally to other dentists. I’m also a journal reviewer, a lab technician, and a firm believer in continuing education both for myself and for the profession. Most importantly, I’m a husband and a father of four. I understand how precious time and trust are. My goal is to make sure every patient who walks through our doors feels the difference.