Francis J DuCoin DMD

09/24/2026

"Hands down, the friendliest dental team I’ve ever met! Everyone was so kind and knowledgeable. They took detailed images of my teeth using technology I’d never seen before—I could even see my sinuses! Dr. Fran also examined my gums and took the time to walk me through my oral health. I felt genuinely cared for throughout the visit. 10/10 recommend!" says Eri on Google

★★★★★ Hands down, the friendliest dental team I’ve ever met! Everyone was so kind and knowledgeable. They took detailed images of my teeth using technology I’d never seen before—I could even see my sinuses! Dr. Fran also examined my gums and took the time to walk me through my oral h...

08/26/2026

Honoring the Past, Engineering the Future.

I’m excited that I’ll be headed to Nashville this fall for the American Academy of Implant Dentistry's 75th Anniversary Annual Conference! Can you believe that, the 75th annual conference. I was Program Chairman for the 50th Conference and President 20 years ago. Some people think implants are new - no new, but ever improving.

As the field of implant dentistry evolves, I’m looking forward to continuing learning the latest technologies and newest biomaterials to continue providing the best care for my patients. If you're attending the conference at the Ga***rd Opryland, let's connect!

08/24/2026

I recently posted about how important x-rays are in finding cavities in areas where we can’t really see and how quickly cavities can form. It’s also important to see a dentist for an exam at least every year so we can actually see what is going on.

Here’s a patient from a week ago. He was having no problems, no pain and his x-rays looked good. However, during his exam I could just get my explorer under an old crown on his last tooth on the lower right, in a tooth that had a root canal treatment. I explained he needed a new crown and why - because of the cavity; that he would never feel any pain, because the root canal had removed the nerve; and that if it got deeper he could need an extraction and an implant. He was not happy about the diagnosis or treatment, but he has confidence in us, so he agreed.

You can see that after we removed the old crown, and the soft, active cavity, he had a huge hole in his tooth. Turns out it was much deeper than I thought and if he had waited he would have needed the extraction, probably a surgical one. He was very happy that we were so thorough in finding this outwardly small hole in his tooth. It saved him a lot of aggravation, expense and probably pain.

So don’t forget your exams. I can’t tell you how many patients don’t want an exam and then pay a price for that later.

Keep smiling,
Dr. DuCoin

08/17/2026

"Never felt more welcome,from Carolyn at the front desk,Cricket was awesome,Then I met Dr.FranicisDuCoin...over and above I'm scared of Dentists....I trust him to fix me up ....Thank you " says Denise on Google

★★★★★ Never felt more welcome,from Carolyn at the front desk,Cricket was awesome,Then I met Dr.FranicisDuCoin...over and above I'm scared of Dentists....I trust him to fix me up ....Thank you

08/12/2026

"Very nice clean office environment with pleasant friendly office staff including Dr. DuCoin . The Dr. is highly educated and experienced in his field with excellent communication skills, who explains exactly what procedures need to be done in the correct fashion without unnecessary add ons. One would be hard pressed to find a better well versed easy to talk to Doctor for all your dental needs. Highly recommended." says Thomas on Google

★★★★★ Very nice clean office environment with pleasant friendly office staff including Dr. DuCoin . The Dr. is highly educated and experienced in his field with excellent communication skills, who explains exactly what procedures need to be done in the correct fashion without unnecessary a...

07/28/2026

"This practice is clean, friendly and patient. They have gone above and beyond for me as a patient. I appreciate Dr. Ducoin and Cricket being exceptionally empathetic and accommodating. Becky is the best hygienist out there!" says Ashley on Google

★★★★★ This practice is clean, friendly and patient. They have gone above and beyond for me as a patient. I appreciate Dr. Ducoin and Cricket being exceptionally empathetic and accommodating. Becky is the best hygienist out there!

06/25/2026

"As a new patient, Dr Ducoin and his staff made me immediately confident in the dental care I would receive. They patiently explained and listened to me as we discussed a plan of care. I am happy with my choice in dentists and look forward to working with Dr Ducoin to improve my dental health." says Stephen on Google

★★★★★ As a new patient, Dr Ducoin and his staff made me immediately confident in the dental care I would receive. They patiently explained and listened to me as we discussed a plan of care. I am happy with my choice in dentists and look forward to working with Dr Ducoin to improve my denta...

06/06/2026

Haven't heard anything about it today - June 6th, but 82 years ago today so many gave so much for our freedom. Let's never forget. Such young, brave men.

06/05/2026

"From the first phone call and talking to Carolyn and my first appointment and meeting Cricket and then meeting Doctor it was by far the best dental appointment I have ever had
Thank you all for being so supportive to someone who has such a fear of dental work
I’m looking forward to my follow up visit!" says Jo-Ann on Google

★★★★★ From the first phone call and talking to Carolyn and my first appointment and meeting Cricket and then meeting Doctor it was by far the best dental appointment I have ever had Thank you all for being so supportive to someone who has such a fear of dental work I’m looking forward to...