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Premier Smile Center - Dentist Columbia

Updated 2026-07-21 · 326 reviewed · 38 listed · Scored from 501 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(501) 93 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
All-on-4 & Full Arch ImplantsOral & Maxillofacial SurgeryPeriodontics & Implant PlacementSedation & Sleep Dentistry for ImplantsProsthodontics & Implant Restoration
Premier Smile Center - Dentist Columbia
Services
All-on-4 & Full Arch Implants, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Periodontics & Implant Placement
Reviews
501

What recent reviews say

Patients describe consistently smooth visits marked by staff who greet them by name and a dentist who defuses dental anxiety with patience and humor. Dr. Smith, his assistants (notably Ms. Asher and Ms. Keoshia), and the wider team earn repeated praise for explaining procedures clearly and treating extraction and restoration work with speed and gentleness, especially for fear-prone patients.

Services span general cleanings and fillings through oral surgery and bridge work, with pricing stated as fair and reasonable. A single mention of a 30-minute wait after appointment time was handled graciously. The office operates across multiple surrounding communities and has built its reputation over more than a decade.

Praised for
  • gentle, patient approach
  • friendly, welcoming staff
  • clean, professional environment
  • Dr. Smith's skill and demeanor
  • treats nervous patients well
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Best for: Patients with dental anxiety, those without insurance, families seeking a long-term dental home.
Think twice if: No significant caveats evident in available reviews.

Strengths

  • Dr. Smith's gentleness with anxious patients
  • staff know patients by name and prioritize comfort
  • fast, painless extractions
  • fair pricing without insurance required

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Smith leads the practice; assistants Ms. Asher and Ms. Keoshia named by patients
  • Dr. Sykes-Smith practices endodontics at adjacent Premier Endodontist office
  • wisdom tooth extraction and dental bridges are specialties mentioned by satisfied patients
  • 30-minute wait once noted but staff apologized and handled graciously
  • X-rays sent to lab techs for restorative work

What reviews say by service

Prosthodontics & Implant Restoration
Bridge restorations handled by Dr. Smith with clear explanation and lab coordination praised.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Wisdom tooth extraction described as fast, painless, with excellent post-procedure healing and minimal soreness.
Sedation & Sleep Dentistry for Implants
Staff excel at calming anxious and fearful patients; assistant hand-holding during extractions noted as supportive.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.73 average across the 23 periodontics & implant placement businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 78% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 93
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do you treat patients with dental anxiety?
Yes. Multiple reviews describe Dr. Smith and his staff as patient, calming, and skilled at keeping anxious patients at ease during extractions and other procedures.
What are your membership plan costs?
Their website lists a Standard Adult Plan at $46/month or $462/year; Standard Child Plan at $34/month or $342/year; and a Perio Maintenance Plan at $89/month or $892/year.
Do you work with patients without dental insurance?
Yes. A patient without coverage noted their pricing is fair and reasonable, and staff explain options clearly.

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Last updated 2026-07-21