Dedicated Dental Team
Our dental specialists have the expertise and advanced training required to enhance your oral health, smile confidence and overall well-being. They use the latest dental technology to increase comfort, convenience, and long-term value.
The entire Dental Specialty Group team is focused on making your visit remarkably pleasant and your results unforgettably exceptional. Whether you come to us for a standard procedure or complete oral rehabilitation, expect Oral Surgeons Tania Nkungula-Howlett and Brian K. Howlett, and the DSG team to make your time with us thoroughly worthwhile.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
Dr. Tania & Dr. Brian
"Oral disease and tooth loss is a lot more common and destructive than most people realize. Get back the freedom and confidence you deserve. Let us make your smile whole again."
Dr. Tania
"Preserving your smile is our first priority. Improving your oral health future is next. Finally, we want you to be as comfortable as possible."
Dr. Brian
Tania C. Nkungula-Howlett, DDS
Brian K. Howlett, DDS
Brian and Tania received Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degrees from the College of Dentistry, Howard University (Washington DC). They both interned at Harlem Hospital Center in New York before specializing in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in the School of Dentistry at Meharry Medical College (Nashville).
They realized Nashville was home after serving on the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department of Meharry faculty and as Attending Physicians with Metro General Hospital.
Their goal is to provide specialty dental care treatments in a gentle, courteous, and thorough manner. They both have professional membership in:
- Nashville Dental Association
- American Dental Association
- Tennessee Dental Association
- Tennessee Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Hospital Affiliations: Metropolitan General & Summit Center
Special Certification: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
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Additional Background
Dr. Tania Nkungula-Howlett is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. She is also fluent in English, French, Spanish, and Chichewa.
Dr. Brian Howlett is also a member of the Capital City Dental Association and has significant experience in denture placement.
Gail, Bruny & Brenda
Our Patient Care Team
Caring - Courteous - Respectful
With more than 20 years experience in patient care, our team is fully prepared to exceed expectations.
Gail, our office manager, and our dental assistants Bruny and Brenda, work hard to make everything pleasant and efficient for you, your family and your referring dental practice. Feel free to visit our office, take a tour, meet our staff and let us show you what we can do for you!
Expect a calming environment and respectful communication.
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Most Dental Insurance Plans Accepted
Serving the Nashville area, all of Tennessee and the southeastern United States.
