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Best Dental Implant Dentists in Little River, SC (2026)

6 clinics offering dental implants, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for dental implants: North Strand Dental Spec: Harsha Brian C DDS, ranked #1 of 6 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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6 Little River clinics list dental implants and are ranked here by service score. None list an oral surgeon on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 6 implants dentists in Little River at a glance

The 6 best implants dentists in Little River, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  1. Ranked #1 for implants in Little River

    #1 North Strand Dental Spec: Harsha Brian C DDS

    303 SC-90 A, Little River, SC 29566

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for dental implants in Little River on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #2 Dental Care at Little River

    119 Pavilion Dr, Little River, SC 29566, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for dental implants in Little River on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Dental Care at Little River we focus on delivering the highest standard of care in dentistry. Your health and comfort are of utmost importance to us, so we strive to provide the best treatment available to keep you healthy and feeling your best. We keep your best interest in mind so that you can maintain your health now and, in the years, to come. Dental Care at Little River is your go-to practice for comfortable, caring dental treatment. For questions about what we can…

    From Dental Care at Little River's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #3 Palmetto Dental Associates - Emily Hortman, DMD

    3359 Hwy 9 E, Little River, SC 29566, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for dental implants in Little River on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:15 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Complete health dentistry brings families in Little River, SC 29566 whole-picture dental care, beginning with comprehensive treatments from general and preventive maintenance to advanced cosmetic and restorative solutions, like porcelain veneers, dental implants, accommodating special needs patients and more. It’s our practice philosophy, and it’s what keeps our patients smiling happily and healthily for years on end. Experience the difference complete health dentistry can…

    From Palmetto Dental Associates - Emily Hortman, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #4 Dr. Tripp Davis - Carolina Family Dental

    3702 Sea Mountain Hwy, Little River, SC 29566, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for dental implants in Little River on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #5 Carolina Family Dental

    3702 Sea Mountain Hwy, Little River, SC 29566

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for dental implants in Little River on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #6 Dowdy Jeffrey S DDS

    1247 Hwy 17, Little River, SC 29566

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for dental implants in Little River on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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What are dental implants?

A dental implant is a small titanium or zirconia post placed in the jawbone to replace a missing tooth root. After it fuses with the bone, a crown, bridge or denture is attached on top. Implants need enough healthy bone and gum to support them.

Dental implants: specialist or general dentist?

Implants are placed by oral surgeons, periodontists, and general dentists with extra implant training. Specialists are often recommended when bone grafting, sinus lifts, or full-arch cases like All-on-4 are involved. The crown is often made by a general dentist or prosthodontist.

None of Little River's 6 clinics offering dental implants list an oral surgeon on staff in our data yet. See oral surgeons in Little River

How much do dental implants cost in Little River?

Typical ranges in USD for Little River, SC. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do dental implants cost in Little River?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Single implant post and abutment$1,600–$3,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina—
Single implant with crown$3,250–$6,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina—
Bone graft (if needed)$340–$3,250DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina—
All-on-4 full arch, per arch$16,100–$32,300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full dental implants cost guide for Little River

What to expect from dental implants

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Dental implants: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visitsTypically 3–6 visits over several months
Chair timeAbout 1–2 hours to place a single implant
RecoveryA few days of soreness; the implant usually needs 3–6 months to fuse before the final crown
When to see a specialistBone loss that needs grafting, multiple missing teeth, full-arch replacement, or medical conditions affecting healing

How we ranked Little River implants dentists

We scored 6 Little River clinics offering dental implants on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Little River data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Dental implants in Little River: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dental implants dentist in Little River?

North Strand Dental Spec: Harsha Brian C DDS ranks #1 of 6 Little River clinics offering dental implants by DentistsRanked service score. Dental Care at Little River ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an oral surgeon on staff.

How much do dental implants cost in Little River, SC?

Dental implants in Little River typically costs $1,500–$6,000 USD. By type: single implant post and abutment $1,600–$3,750; single implant with crown $3,250–$6,400; bone graft (if needed) $340–$3,250. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Little River do dental implants?

Yes. None of the 6 Little River clinics offering dental implants list an oral surgeon on staff in our data, so general dentists there typically provide it. Typical reasons to see an oral surgeon: bone loss that needs grafting, multiple missing teeth, full-arch replacement, or medical conditions affecting healing.

Are dental implants covered by insurance or Medicaid in South Carolina?

Coverage for implants varies widely. Some dental plans cover part of the cost as major care, often subject to waiting periods and annual maximums; many do not. Medicaid rarely covers implants for adults. Ask for a written estimate.

Do dental implants hurt?

Implant placement is done under local anesthetic, and many clinics offer sedation, so most patients feel pressure rather than pain. Afterward, soreness and swelling for a few days are common. Many patients say recovery is similar to a tooth extraction.

How many dentists offer dental implants in Little River?

6 Little River clinics list dental implants in our data. 0 of them list an oral surgeon on staff. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Little River

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 6 clinics.