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South Carolina Dental Center

Updated 2026-08-21 · 668 reviewed · 56 listed · Scored from 413 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(413) 83 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
All-on-4 & Full Arch ImplantsSingle Tooth ImplantsSame-Day / Immediate Load ImplantsSedation & Sleep Dentistry for Implants
South Carolina Dental Center
Services
All-on-4 & Full Arch Implants, Single Tooth Implants, Same-Day / Immediate Load Implants
Reviews
413

What recent reviews say

Patients consistently praise the dental hygienists for gentle, thorough cleanings and the staff for warmth and efficiency. Reviewers name Crystal Gale and Shidaa as standouts, and many report coming back specifically for repeat care.

However, a recent crown procedure dragged to 8 hours with the dentist absent for extended breaks, and facility maintenance issues plus equipment failures have soured some experiences. One reviewer also noted a provider change was not communicated in advance. The office is AARP-selected and generally runs on time.

Recent shift: A serious complaint in the past month about an 8-hour crown procedure with the dentist frequently absent stands out against the otherwise consistent five-star pattern. Facility maintenance and equipment issues appear unresolved.

Praised for
  • gentle and pain-free cleanings
  • skilled and professional hygienists
  • friendly and welcoming staff
  • quick appointments and punctuality
  • clear cost disclosure upfront
Watch-outs
  • poor facility maintenance
  • equipment malfunctions not resolved
  • crown placement took excessive time (8 hours vs. 2 hours expected)
  • dentist left patient unattended during lengthy procedures
  • aggressive appointment reminders
  • lack of communication about provider changes
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Best for: patients seeking gentle cleanings and preventive care with friendly staff.
Think twice if: crown work has shown lapses in dentist attentiveness and unexpectedly long chair times; facility and equipment maintenance concerns noted.

Strengths

  • consistently gentle cleanings praised by returning patients
  • named hygienists Crystal Gale and Shidaa with strong individual reputations
  • transparent upfront billing
  • quick chair turnaround for routine visits

Worth knowing

  • Dental hygienists Crystal Gale and Shidaa named as excellent
  • crown preparation took 8 hours across two appointments with dentist absent for breaks, where 2 hours was typical
  • bill and procedure scope presented upfront before cleaning
  • staff keep appointment reminder schedule
  • equipment malfunction during implant planning could not be resolved on-site

What reviews say by service

Prosthodontics & Implant Restoration
crown work showed poor dentist attentiveness and extended delays not explained to patient.
Same-Day / Immediate Load Implants
equipment failure during implant planning procedure could not be addressed.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.77 average across the 51 all-on-4 & full arch implants businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 73% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 80
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 59
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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372
4
13
3
4
2
5
1
19

Common questions

Do I get to know costs before treatment?
Yes. One reviewer noted the bill and procedures were presented in advance of a cleaning appointment.
How long do routine cleanings take?
Reviewers report being in the chair within 5 minutes of their scheduled time for semi-annual cleanings.
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Last updated 2026-08-21