Our Mission

Germantown Dental is committed to providing a welcoming environment for patients to receive quality, compassionate and comprehensive dental care.

About Dr. Kellum

Dr Jim Kellum is excited to serve patients at Germantown Dental. After growing up in Tupelo, Mississippi, Jim followed hometown hero Elvis Presley’s lead and moved to Tennessee where he graduated from Lipscomb University in 2004 and University of Tennessee College of Dentistry in 2009. Dr. Kellum has committed to continuing his dental education through individual learning, study clubs, professional organizations and advanced training seminars. Dr. Kellum views knowledge of advancing materials, technology and techniques in the ever-changing world of dentistry to be crucial in offering patients excellence in oral care. Dr. Kellum’s treatment philosophy has always been to treat every patient with the same consideration and kindness he would show to his own mother. He believes that his dental expertise only has value if it is delivered with comfort and compassion. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Tennessee Dental Association and Nashville Dental Society and gives back by work with Hopes Smiles and Interfaith Dental Clinic.

Dr. Kellum and his wife, Sara, enjoy spending afternoons at the Science Museum with their two young children. They also enjoy traveling, hikes at Radnor, live music, picnics at Cheekwood Garden and date nights at Nashville’s great restaurants. Dr. Kellum is grateful to be able to serve the growing and vibrant Historic Germantown neighborhood.

 

What Patients Are Saying

“I could not be happier with my experience at Germantown Dental. Not only is the staff kind and friendly, but they understand how anxiety can affect an appointment and take measures to make you more comfortable. I will recommend them to everyone I know!”

— Megan

 

“Dr. Kellum is GREAT - friendly, knowledgeable and actually spends time speaking with you. His staff have been nothing but friendly and helpful. Facilities are clean and well-maintained. Would not go anywhere else.”

— Reema