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9165 Two Notch Rd Columbia, SC 29223803-788-2560
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Posts

  • "Tooth Fairy" Brady Reiter Works Her Magic for Children's Oral Health Charity
  • 2.6 Million Fans 'Like' Justin Bieber's Chipped Tooth
  • 3 Common Causes for Chronic Dry Mouth and What You can do About It
  • 3 Steps to a Better Bite and a More Attractive Smile
  • 3 Things to Consider for Lowering Your Child's Risk for Cavities
  • 3 Things You can Do to Ease Chronic Dry Mouth
  • 4 Reasons Saving Your Child's Decayed Baby Tooth is a Good Idea
  • 4 Reasons why Quitting Chewing Tobacco is Good for Your Oral Health
  • 4 Things to Give Your Child a Head Start on Good Oral Health
  • 4 Things You Should be Doing to Maintain a Healthy Mouth
  • 4 Things you Should do if Your Child Complains of a Toothache
  • 4 Ways You Can Improve Your Smile in the New Year
  • 50 Cent Tweets His Dental Exam
  • A Common Sense Approach to Managing Your Dental Care Costs
  • A Healthy Diet Could Lower Your Risk of Oral Cancer
  • A Healthy Diet is Your Best Source for Vitamins and Minerals
  • A Low Sugar, High Fiber Diet will Help Keep Your Teeth and Gums Healthy
  • A Mild NSAID May Be All You Need To Manage Discomfort After Dental Work
  • A Royal Fix
  • A RPD Could Be Your Answer to Replacing Missing Teeth
  • A Smile Makeover Depends on Balancing Technique with Beauty
  • A Team Approach to Implants Helps Ensure a Satisfying New Smile
  • A Toothless Tiger?
  • A Traditional Bridge Might be the Right Solution for Your Missing Teeth
  • A Wake-Up Call in Major League Baseball
  • A Word to Young Adults: Brushing and Flossing are Key to a Healthy Mouth
  • Acid Reflux Could Lead to Tooth Damage
  • Actor David Ramsey Discusses Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
  • Actor David Ramsey Says: Don't Forget to Floss!
  • Actress Emma Stone Reveals How Thumb Sucking Affected Her Teeth
  • Actress Florence Henderson Shares Her Secrets for Keeping Your Natural Teeth as You Age
  • Air Abrasion Could be a More Pleasant Alternative to the Dental Drill
  • America's (Dentists) Got Talent - for Fixing Damaged or Missing Teeth!
  • An Affordable RPD Could be the Answer to Your Missing Teeth Problems
  • Ariana Grande Breaks Free - of Her Wisdom Teeth
  • Artificial Sweeteners can Boost your Dental Health
  • Baseball's Francisco Lindor Shines as "Mr. Smile"
  • Beyonce Makes Flossing a Family Affair
  • Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
  • Bone Grafting Might be Necessary Before You Obtain an Implant
  • Boost Your Dental Health With Soon-To-Expire FSA Funds
  • Braces Are No Hurdle for Olympic Track Star
  • Can an App Help You Brush Your Teeth?
  • Celebrate World Smile Day With More Attractive Teeth
  • Certain Factors May Raise Your Risk and the Intensity of Gum Disease
  • Certain Osteoporosis Drugs Could Pose a Future Risk to Your Dental Health
  • Charlize Theron Back in Action After Dental Surgery
  • Choose a Mouthrinse Carefully if you want to Enhance your Dental Health
  • Chrissy Teigen's Teeth-Grinding Troubles
  • Christie Brinkley's Tips on Tooth Whitening
  • Clear Aligners Provide a Less Embarrassing Orthodontic Choice for Teens
  • Common Types of Tooth Injuries and How to Treat Them
  • Complications from Missing Teeth Could Limit Your Replacement Options
  • Composite Resins are a Viable Restoration Option for Mildly Defective Teeth
  • Consider These Tips to Reduce Your Dental Visit Anxiety
  • Contrary to Popular Opinion, Vaping May Not Be Safer Than Smoking
  • Could a Metal Allergy Keep You From Getting a Dental Implant?
  • Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
  • Demi Moore Doesn't Mind the Gap
  • Dental Crowns for the King of Magic
  • Dental Implants Help Maintain Bone Health
  • Dental Injury Is Just a Temporary Setback for Basketball Star Kevin Love
  • Dental Magic Transforms Smiles
  • Dentistry is Changing to Meet Dental Care's Emerging Challenges
  • Diabetes Can Make Getting an Implant Difficult, But Not Impossible
  • Do This for Your Dental Health Before, During and After Cancer Treatment
  • Don't Let Sleep Apnea Ruin Your Sleep - or Your Health
  • Don't Let Sports or Energy Drinks Rob you of Your Teeth's Enamel
  • Dr. Travis Stork: Don't Ignore Bleeding Gums
  • Dr. Travis Stork: If Only I'd Worn A Mouthguard!
  • Dwight Howard: A Bright NBA Star With a Smile to Match
  • Eden Sher and the Lost Retainer
  • Effective Dental Care Depends First on Getting the Big Picture
  • Enjoy Your Ice Cream - But Just a Little for Your Dental Health's Sake
  • Even Celebrities Like Jennifer Lawrence Aren't Immune From Bad Breath!
  • Expert Advice: Vivica A. Fox on Kissing and Oral health
  • Fifth Harmony's Camila Cabello Chips a Tooth, but Concert Still "Worth It"
  • Five Facts about Bacteria
  • Five Things to Know About Bleeding Gums
  • Floss First or Brush First? You Be the Judge
  • Follow These 4 Tips for More Comfortable Eating With Chronic Jaw Pain
  • For a Smooth Transition, Be Sure Your New Dentist Has Your Dental Records
  • For Michael Buble, the Show Must Go On... Even Without the Tooth
  • Frequently Asked Questions about Gummy Smiles
  • Gaining a New Attractive Smile is More than Achievable
  • Game, Set, Match: Milos Raonic Says A Mouthguard Helps Him Win
  • Get Your Teeth Examined if You Have Frequent Sinus Infections
  • Getting Implants Can Be a Long Process - But Worth it
  • Giancarlo Stanton Gets Major-League Mouth Protection
  • Healthy Smiles for Alfonso Ribeiro and Family
  • Help Your Child Develop Good Oral Habits and Avoid Bad Ones
  • How Big Bang Theory Actress Mayim Bialik Gets Her Kids to Floss
  • How Kathy Bates Retains Her Movie-Star Smile
  • How Shawn Mendes and Miley Cyrus Got Their Stellar Smiles
  • How to Clean Your Oral Appliance
  • How to Handle 3 Common Injuries to Your Child's Mouth
  • How to Keep the Cavity Monster Away this Halloween
  • How to Keep Tooth Wearing to a Minimum as you Age
  • How to Keep Your Teeth and Gums Healthy During Pregnancy
  • How You Can Prevent Teeth Grinding From Damaging Your Oral Health
  • If You've had Joint Replacement, you may Need Antibiotics Before Dental Work
  • Implant Failure Is Rare, but Possible. Here Are a Few Ways to Avoid It
  • Implant Placement in the 'Smile Zone' Requires Extra Attention
  • Implant Surgery: A Safe and Routine Procedure
  • Implant-Supported Dentures Could Boost Your Jawbone Health
  • In Today's NFL, Oral Hygiene Takes Center Stage
  • Is Your Smile Too Gummy? Here's How We Might Be Able to Improve it
  • Issues to Consider Before Dental Implants
  • Jamie Foxx Gets Into Character With Help From His Dentist
  • Janet Jackson: Even pop stars get insecure about their smiles!
  • Jason Derulo's Ideal Match
  • Jaw Pain Disorders Could be Related to Other Body Conditions
  • Johnny's Teeth Aren't Rotten Any More
  • Kathy Bates Plays It Smart With Professional Teeth Whitening
  • Keep a Lid on Sugar This Holiday for Healthier Teeth and Gums
  • Keep an Eye on These Four Things to Prevent Abnormal Tooth Wear
  • Lady Gaga Wasn't "Born This Way?"
  • Lamar Odom Rebounds From Dental Anxiety
  • Life Is Sometimes a Grind for Brooke Shields
  • Limit Acidic Beverages to Protect Your Child's Tooth Enamel from Erosion
  • Living with HIV includes Keeping a Close Watch on Your Oral Health
  • Local Anesthesia Eliminates Pain Completely During Dental Work
  • Local Anesthesia Makes for a More Pleasant and Pain-Free Dental Experience
  • Loose Adult Teeth Require Immediate Attention and Treatment
  • Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
  • Master Illusionist Benefits from the Magic of Orthodontics
  • Metal Dental Amalgam: Still a Safe and Effective Tooth Filling
  • Michael Douglas' Plea: Get Screened for Oral Cancer!
  • Minimally Invasive Dentistry: A New Approach to Preventing and Treating Decay
  • Monitoring Blood Pressure is Also Important During Dental Care
  • More Pros Are Using Mouthguards...So Should You!
  • Nancy O'Dell on Making Oral Hygiene Fun for Kids
  • NBC Star Delivers a Message about the "Perfect" Smile
  • Neil Patrick Harris: What the Oscars Host Treasures Most
  • New Dental Advances Promise Better Outcomes for Treating Decay
  • New Front Teeth for a Teenaged David Duchovny
  • New Understanding of Bacteria Promises Better Approaches to Oral Care
  • NHL Iron Man Keith Yandle Suffers Dental Trauma on Ice
  • No "Glee" in Tooth Grinding
  • Noah Galloway's Dentally Dangerous Dancing
  • Not All Bacteria are Harmful to Oral Health
  • Not Jazzed About Wearing Braces? Consider Clear Aligners Instead
  • Not Your Granddad's Dental Care: the New Approach to Tooth Decay Treatment
  • Olivia Newton-John Recalls Daughter's Teething Troubles
  • OTC Pain Relievers Usually Enough to Relieve Post-Procedure Mouth Discomfort
  • Other Factors Besides Hygiene Could Contribute to Gum Disease
  • Pretty Little Liars' Lucy Hale Crushes on Smiles
  • Protect Your Teeth During Football Season
  • Reducing Tooth Sensitivity will Depend on the Cause
  • Replace Missing Teeth to Prevent Other Teeth From Moving Out of Place
  • Replacing a Knocked-Out Tooth Quickly Increases its Survival Chances
  • Restore a Flawed Tooth in as Little as One Visit with Composite Resin
  • Root Canals: The Top 5 Things You Should Know
  • Royal Treatment for a Damaged Tooth
  • Saving a Diseased Primary Tooth Could Benefit Future Oral Health
  • See Your Dentist if You Have one of these Top 3 Oral Problems
  • See Your Dentist if You're Having one of These 3 Dental Problems
  • Six Ways Saliva Helps Your Mouth and Body Stay Healthy
  • Sofia Vergara: 'Obsessed' With Oral Hygiene
  • Some Blood Pressure Medications May Affect Your Oral Health
  • Spice Up Your Teeth
  • Stay Ahead of Plaque Buildup with Effective Brushing and Flossing
  • Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection
  • Stop Smoking to Reduce Your Risk of Gum Disease
  • Take Steps to Ease That Burning Sensation in Your Mouth
  • Taylor Hicks: I Should Have Worn a Mouthguard!
  • Teens with Missing Teeth may need a Temporary Fix Until They're Older
  • That Painful, Irritating Feeling Could be Burning Mouth Syndrome
  • The 3 Top Ingredients That Make Your Toothpaste a Super Plaque Buster
  • The Graduation Season is the Perfect Time to Review Dental Health
  • The Many Advantages of Dental Implants
  • The Real Truth Behind Ed Helms' Missing Tooth in "The Hangover"
  • The Secret to Preventing Gum Disease - Control Bacterial Plaque
  • The Tale of the Toothworm
  • The Top Ten Reasons To Consider Porcelain Veneers
  • There are Various Ways to Treat Sensitivity - Depending on its Cause
  • There's a Lot of Effort Behind the Scenes to Making Dentures Work for You
  • There's a Quick Fix For That Irritating Mouth Sore You Keep Biting
  • Three Reasons to Straighten your Teeth
  • To Prevent Tooth Decay, Practice Effective Brushing and Flossing
  • Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen: A Celebrity Couple's Secrets for a Beautiful Smile
  • Tom Hanks' Abscessed Tooth Gets Cast Away
  • Too Old to Straighten Your Smile? Not If You're Like These A-List Celebrities
  • Tooth Decay can be Less of a Problem with Minimally Invasive Dentistry
  • Tooth-Harming Habits to Avoid
  • Treating Small Enamel Cracks Could Help you Avoid a Dangerous Tooth Fracture
  • Understanding the Benefits - and Limitations - of Dental Insurance
  • Understanding the Signs and Symptoms of Tooth Decay and a Diseased Root Canal
  • Unpleasant Cracked Mouth Corners Can Be Treated and Prevented
  • Viggo Mortensen's Red-Carpet Smile
  • Vivica Fox and Zendaya Have This in Common: A Gorgeous Smile
  • Vivica's Veneers: the Making of a Hollywood Smile
  • Welcome Blog
  • What Won't Florence Henderson Leave Home Without?
  • Why Big Bang Theory Actress Mayim Bialik Couldn't Have Braces
  • Why Vaping isn't a Safe Choice for Your Oral Health
  • Why we Need to Care for a Younger Patient's Bone after a Tooth Loss
  • Why You Should Still Floss with an Implant-Supported Bridge
  • Why You Shouldn't Worry About the Mercury in Your Silver Fillings
  • Why Your Teeth Hurt Will Determine How We Treat Them
  • You Can Have a Straighter Smile - Just Like the Queen of England
  • You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth
  • You May Need Something Other Than Ointment to Clear up This Facial Rash
  • Your 'Toothache' Might not be Caused by a Tooth
  • Your Dentist can Help Guide you in the Best Treatment Option for Sleep Apnea
  • Your Food's Micronutrients Make a Difference in Your Dental Health
  • Your Gums Need Extra Care After Periodontal Disease
  • Your Health Could Affect the Longevity of a Dental Implant
  • Your Toothache is Telling you Something's Wrong in Your Mouth

Library

  • Educational Videos
  • Cosmetic & General Dentistry
    • Cosmetic Tooth Bonding
    • Crowns & Bridgework
    • Fillings
    • Gummy Smiles
    • Inlays & Onlays
    • Mouthguards for Adults
    • Mouthguards for Children
    • Nitrous Oxide
    • Porcelain Veneers
    • Removable Dentures
    • Smile Makeover
    • Snoring & Sleep Apnea
    • Teeth Whitening
    • TMD
    • Tooth-Colored Fillings
    • Tooth Contouring & Reshaping
    • Tooth Decay Prevention
    • Tooth Wear
  • Emergency Care
    • Gum Injuries
    • Orthodontic Emergencies
    • Tooth Pain
    • Traumatic Dental Injuries
  • Endodontics
    • Combined Root Canal & Gum Problems
    • Cracked Teeth
    • Root Canal Retreatment
    • Root Canal Surgery (Apicoectomy)
    • Root Canal Treatment
    • Root Canal Treatment FAQs
    • Root Canal Treatment for Children
    • Tooth Sensitivity
    • Whitening Traumatized Teeth
  • Implant Dentistry
    • Bone Grafting
    • Dental Implants FAQs
    • Fixed Dentures
    • Hidden Consequences of Losing Teeth
    • Top Reasons to Choose Dental Implants
  • Oral Health
    • Aging & Dental Health
    • Antibiotic Premedicationfor Dental Treatments
    • Bad Breath
    • Blood Pressure Medications & Your Gums
    • Diabetes & Oral Health
    • Dry Mouth
    • Eating Disorders & Oral Health
    • Fluoride
    • Geographic Tongue
    • Missing Teeth
    • Nutrition & Oral Health
    • Oral Cancer
    • Oral Piercings
    • Osteoporosis & Oral Health
    • Pregnancy, Hormones & Oral Health
    • Preventive Dentistry
    • Professional Teeth Cleanings
    • Stress & Oral Habits
  • Oral Hygiene
    • How To Brush
    • How To Floss
    • Interdental Cleaning Devices
    • Mouthrinses
    • Oral Hygiene for Kids
    • Tips to Prevent Cavities
    • Toothpaste
  • Oral Surgery
    • Blood Thinners & Dental Procedures
    • Bone Grafting
    • Cleft Lip & Palate Repair
    • Corrective Jaw (Orthognathic) Surgery
    • Extractions
    • Facial Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery
    • Headaches & Migraines
    • Oral Cancer Screening
    • Oral Diagnosis and Biopsies
    • Sedation Dentistry
    • Sinus Surgery
    • Wisdom Teeth
  • Orthodontics
    • Adolescent Orthodontic Care
    • Adult Orthodontic Treatment
    • Brushing & Flossing with Braces
    • Early Orthodontic Treatment
    • Invisalign for Adults
    • Invisalign for Teens
    • Post-Orthodontic Care
    • Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADS)
    • Thumb & Finger Appliances
    • Types of Braces
    • Orthodontic Emergencies
    • Orthodontic FAQs
    • Orthodontic Headgear
    • Orthodontics & Dental Hygiene
    • Your First Orthodontic Appointment
  • Pediatric Dentistry
    • Age One Dental Visit
    • Fluoride & Your Child
    • Nitrous Oxide for Children
    • Pregnancy & Your Child's Developing Teeth
    • Sealants
    • Sleep Apnea & Behavior Problems in Children
    • Space Maintainers
    • Teething
    • Thumb Sucking
  • Periodontal Therapy
    • Cosmetic Gum Surgery
    • Gum Grafting
    • Loose Teeth & Bite Problems
    • Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatment
    • Oral Systemic Connection
    • Periodontal (Gum) Disease
    • Periodontal Flap Surgery
    • Professional Teeth Cleanings
    • Ultrasonic Cleanings
  • Technology
    • Air Abrasion
    • Anesthesia Wand
    • Cone Beam CT Imaging
    • Digital Dental Impressions
    • Digital X-Rays
    • Intra-Oral Camera
    • Laser Decay Diagnosis
    • Laser Dentistry
    • Same-Day Crowns (CAD/CAM)

Patient Education

Patient Education Menu
  • Educational Videos
  • Cosmetic & General Dentistry
    • Cosmetic Tooth Bonding
    • Crowns & Bridgework
    • Fillings
    • Gummy Smiles
    • Inlays & Onlays
    • Mouthguards for Adults
    • Mouthguards for Children
    • Nitrous Oxide
    • Porcelain Veneers
    • Removable Dentures
    • Smile Makeover
    • Snoring & Sleep Apnea
    • Teeth Whitening
    • TMD
    • Tooth-Colored Fillings
    • Tooth Contouring & Reshaping
    • Tooth Decay Prevention
    • Tooth Wear
  • Endodontics
    • Combined Root Canal & Gum Problems
    • Cracked Teeth
    • Root Canal Retreatment
    • Root Canal Surgery (Apicoectomy)
    • Root Canal Treatment
    • Root Canal Treatment FAQs
    • Root Canal Treatment for Children
    • Tooth Sensitivity
    • Whitening Traumatized Teeth
  • Implant Dentistry
    • Bone Grafting
    • Dental Implants FAQs
    • Fixed Dentures
    • Hidden Consequences of Losing Teeth
    • Top Reasons to Choose Dental Implants
  • Oral Health
    • Aging & Dental Health
    • Antibiotic Premedication for Dental Treatments
    • Bad Breath
    • Blood Pressure Medications & Your Gums
    • Diabetes & Oral Health
    • Dry Mouth
    • Eating Disorders & Oral Health
    • Fluoride
    • Geographic Tongue
    • Nutrition & Oral Health
    • Oral Cancer
    • Oral Piercings
    • Osteoporosis & Oral Health
    • Pregnancy, Hormones & Oral Health
    • Preventive Dentistry
    • Professional Teeth Cleanings
    • Stress & Oral Habits
  • Oral Hygiene
    • How To Brush
    • How To Floss
    • Interdental Cleaning Devices
    • Mouthrinses
    • Oral Hygiene for Kids
    • Toothpaste
  • Oral Surgery
    • Blood Thinners & Dental Procedures
    • Bone Grafting
    • Extractions
    • Headaches & Migraines
    • Oral Cancer Screening
    • Oral Diagnosis and Biopsies
    • Sedation Dentistry
    • Wisdom Teeth
  • Orthodontics
    • Adolescent Orthodontic Care
    • Adult Orthodontic Treatment
    • Brushing & Flossing with Braces
    • Early Orthodontic Treatment
    • Invisalign for Adults
    • Invisalign for Teens
    • Post-Orthodontic Care
    • Types of Braces
    • Orthodontic Emergencies
    • Orthodontics & Dental Hygiene
    • Your First Orthodontic Appointment
  • Pediatric Dentistry
    • Age One Dental Visit
    • Fluoride & Your Child
    • Pregnancy & Your Child's Developing Teeth
    • Sealants
    • Space Maintainers
    • Teething
    • Thumb Sucking
  • Periodontal Therapy
    • Cosmetic Gum Surgery
    • Gum Grafting
    • Loose Teeth & Bite Problems
    • Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatment
    • Oral Systemic Connection
    • Periodontal (Gum) Disease
    • Periodontal Flap Surgery
    • Professional Teeth Cleanings
    • Ultrasonic Cleanings
  • Technology
    • Air Abrasion
    • Anesthesia Wand
    • Cone Beam CT Imaging
    • Digital Dental Impressions
    • Digital X-Rays
    • Intra-Oral Camera
    • Laser Decay Diagnosis
    • Laser Dentistry
    • Same-Day Crowns (CAD/CAM)

Our Location

9165 Two Notch Rd
Columbia, SC 29223
803-788-2560

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Office Hours

Monday: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday: 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thursday: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday: 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM (occasionally)
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

 

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