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Best Dentists in Charleston, SC (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Charleston: Charleston Family Dentistry, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

  2. 21

    Best for same-day emergencies: James B. Edwards College Of Dental Medicine School, emergency care; ranked #21 of 79.

  3. 18

    Best for kids and families: Coastal Kids Dental & Braces - James Island, pediatric dentist on staff; ranked #18 of 79.

  4. 21

    Best for evenings and weekends: James B. Edwards College Of Dental Medicine School, open evenings until 12 AM and Sundays until 5 PM, with emergency care; ranked #21 of 79.

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79 Charleston clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 4 are open Saturdays, 3 on Sundays and 7 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. 3 list emergency care. 19 have a Google rating on file.

Top 10 dentists in Charleston at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Charleston at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekendsBest for
1Charleston Family Dentistry73——Overall, Cosmetic
2Creston Dental73———
3Plantation Family DentalCare73———
4Charleston Dental Studio685.0★ (146)——
5Tatum Dentistry674.9★ (392)Sat—
6Affordable Braces Charleston67———
7Brown & Associates67———
8Charleston Dental Clinic67———
9Charleston Oral Surgery67———
10Dr. Christin Mayfield, DDS67———

The 79 best dentists in Charleston, ranked

Ordered by DR Score, a 0–100 score from 6 published factors. Scores refresh weekly.

  1. Ranked #1 in Charleston

    #1 Charleston Family Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Charleston Family DentistryFull profile
    In their words

    We offer a range of dental services including dental cleanings, dental crowns, tooth-colored dental fillings, dentures and bridges, kids dentistry, dental veneers, professional teeth whitening, root canals, denture restoration, wisdom tooth removal, and much more!

    From Charleston Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  2. #2 Creston Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Creston DentalFull profile
    In their words

    Creston Dental serves the local North Charleston, SC community with a friendly and professional dental team to make dental visits simple and stress-free for patients of all ages.We accept most types of insurance and offer convenient payment options. Ask about our Resolution Dental Plan, which can save your family over $1,000 per year in dental needs!

    From Creston Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  14. #14 Trident Dental - North Charleston

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 because of services: 17 of 17 services offered.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Trident Dental - North CharlestonFull profile
    In their words

    At Trident Dental, we want to be your first choice when you’re looking for excellent dental care in North Charleston, SC. Our team specializes in general, cosmetic, restorative, and pediatric dentistry, ensuring that when you’re looking for treatments, services, and care in the North Charleston area that meets your needs, you’ll find everything you need here! We are committed to not only caring for your smile but creating reasons for you to smile in the process; our…

    From Trident Dental - North Charleston's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 James B. Edwards College Of Dental Medicine School

    173 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 12 AM and Sundays until 5 PM, with emergency care.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 12 AM–12 AM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at James B. Edwards College Of Dental Medicine SchoolFull profile(843) 876-7645

All 79 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #79, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Dr. Jamye T. Horres, DMD594.4★ (5)
27Emergency Dentist 24/7571.6★ (14)
28Sculpt Dental Spa57Evenings · Sat
29Dr. McKenzie Woodard, D.D.S.564.0★ (1)
30Wade Family dentistry554.6★ (21)
31Dr. Robert J. Beall, DMD554.7★ (26)
32Complete Dentistry, P.A.545.0★ (20)
33Doles544.6★ (19)
34Ellis Oaks Dental Center47Evenings
35Northbridge Dental -James J. Richart, DMD47Evenings
36Hampton Park Dentistry37
37Folly Road Dental Care37
38Dental, Dentures & Implants37
39MUSC Children's Health Dental Clinics at College of Dental Medicine37
40MUSC Dental and Oral Health Center at West Ashley Medical Pavilion37
41Ferguson Dental Associates37
42Center for Periodontics & Implant Dentistry37
43Dental Care on Ashley Circle37
44James B. Wisner DDS37
45Archdale Family Dentistry37
46Smiles Design of Charleston37
47James Island Dental Associates, PA37
48Atlantic Dental Associates37
49Point Hope Dental Care37
50Ammons Dental by Design James Island37
51Bridge Dental37
52Cannon Park Dental - Dr. James Myers37
53Costa and Williams Dental Health Care37
54Harleston Dental37
55Joyner Family Dentistry37
56Three Trees Dental of Charleston37
57Trident Dental - West Ashley37
58West Ashley Family Dentistry37
59Charleston Center for Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry | Dr. John F. Rink, DDS, AAACD37
60Goolsby Family Dentistry37
61Holy City Dentistry37
62Maffett Dental Care, LLC37
63Everything Dental37
64Mouth Carolina Dentistry, PA37
65Ammons Dental By Design Downtown Charleston34
66MUSC Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery33
67Comprehensive Dentistry33
68Stone Family Dentistry33
69Trident Dental - James Island33
70Lowcountry Dental Arts17
71Advanced Dentistry in Implants15Evenings
72Barry John Mark DDS15
73Dr. Katherine Renne, DMD15
74Dr. Ross A. Rickoff, DDS15
75Gaurav Singla, BDS, D.M.D., M.Sc, FRCDC15
76Southeastern Dental Consultants, LLC15
77College Of Dental Medicine Clinics14
78Dental Emergency Network8
79Amanda M Barrett, DMD7

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Best dentists in Charleston by need

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Best for emergency in Charleston

21

James B. Edwards College Of Dental Medicine School

Highest-ranked of 3 Charleston clinics offering emergency or same-day care: #4 for emergency care, #21 overall by DR Score and open evenings until 12 AM and Sundays until 5 PM, with emergency care.

Runner-up: MUSC Orthodontics (#22 overall)

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Best for kids in Charleston

18

Coastal Kids Dental & Braces - James Island

Highest-ranked of 4 Charleston clinics offering kid-friendly care: pediatric dentist on staff, #18 overall by DR Score and open 5 days a week.

Runner-up: Oak Point Pediatric Dentistry (#20 overall)

General Dentistry in Charleston →

Best for implants in Charleston

33

Doles

Highest-ranked of 56 Charleston clinics offering dental implants: oral surgeon on staff, #4 for implants and #33 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Charleston Family Dentistry (#1 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Charleston

22

MUSC Orthodontics

Highest-ranked of 52 Charleston clinics offering Invisalign or braces: orthodontist on staff, #1 for invisalign and #22 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Dr. Robert J. Beall, DMD (#31 overall)

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Best for root canal in Charleston

18

Coastal Kids Dental & Braces - James Island

Highest-ranked of 50 Charleston clinics offering root canals: endodontist on staff, #1 for root canal and #18 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Charleston Family Dentistry (#1 overall)

Root Canal in Charleston →

Best for cosmetic in Charleston

1

Charleston Family Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 54 Charleston clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Creston Dental (#2 overall)

Cosmetic Dentistry in Charleston →

Best for dentures & seniors in Charleston

1

Charleston Family Dentistry

Highest-ranked of 49 Charleston clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Creston Dental (#2 overall)

Dentures in Charleston →

Best for budget & insurance in Charleston

No Charleston clinic lists Medicaid or insurance in our data yet.

How much does a dentist cost in Charleston?

Typical prices before insurance, in USD. Each row names its source.

How much does a dentist cost in Charleston?
ServiceTypical price (USD)Basis
General Dentistry$100–$300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Teeth Cleaning$75–$200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Emergency Care$100–$500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Root Canal$700–$1,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Tooth Extraction$200–$700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Wisdom Teeth Removal$200–$700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Dental Implants$1,500–$6,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Invisalign$3,500–$7,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Braces$3,000–$7,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Dental Crowns$800–$1,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Dentures$1,000–$3,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Veneers$900–$2,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Teeth Whitening$200–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Dental Bonding$300–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Cosmetic Fillings$300–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Cosmetic Dentistry$500–$5,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina
Full Restoration$15,000–$50,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina

Emergency and weekend dentists in Charleston

Clinics that list same-day or emergency care, or post Saturday, Sunday or after-6 PM hours. Severe swelling or bleeding: go to a hospital.

How we ranked Charleston dentists

We scored 79 Charleston clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Charleston data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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

Dentists in Charleston: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Charleston?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Charleston, SC is Charleston Family Dentistry (DR Score 73/100). Creston Dental (#2) and Plantation Family DentalCare (#3) follow. We ranked 79 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Which dentists in Charleston are open on Saturday?

4 of 79 Charleston dental clinics post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked are Tatum Dentistry (until 2 PM), MUSC Orthodontics (until 12 AM) and Marla T Mc Mahon LLC.. (until 12 AM). 3 are also open on Sunday. Hours come from each clinic's listing as of October 2026, so call ahead on holidays.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Charleston?

3 Charleston clinics list emergency or same-day dental care. The highest-ranked are James B. Edwards College Of Dental Medicine School (#21), MUSC Orthodontics (#22) and Marla T Mc Mahon LLC.. (#23). 7 clinics are open after 6 PM on at least one weekday. For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Charleston?

A dental cleaning in Charleston typically costs $75–$200 (USD) without insurance. Source: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina. Exams and X-rays are often billed separately, and insurance or Medicaid can cover part of the cost.

Who is the best kids' dentist in Charleston?

Coastal Kids Dental & Braces - James Island is the highest-ranked Charleston clinic with a pediatric dentist on staff, at #18 of 79 by DR Score. It is open 5 days a week. 4 Charleston clinics have a pediatric dentist in our data.

How many dentists are there in Charleston?

DentistsRanked lists 79 dental clinics in Charleston, SC, and 79 are ranked by DR Score. 4 post Saturday hours and 7 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 69 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Charleston

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 79 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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