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Best Dentists in Sumter, SC (2026)

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    Best overall in Sumter: Dental Team of Sumter, DR Score 73/100 and 17 of 17 services.

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49 Sumter clinics are ranked here by DR Score. 4 after 6 PM, based on posted hours. Google ratings are not yet collected, so scores use hours, services and profile data.

Top 10 dentists in Sumter at a glance

Top 10 dentists in Sumter at a glance
RankClinicDR ScoreBest for
1Dental Team of Sumter73Overall, Implants
2Emergency Dental73—
3Brunson Debra67—
4Carolina Dental Associates67—
5Dailey Jr James D DDS67—
6Dharaben Gajjar67—
7Dr. Allison A. Reeves, DMD67—
8Dr. Catherine Zybak67—
9Dr. Cynthia Baldwin67—
10Dr. Katherine Leblanc67—

The 49 best dentists in Sumter, ranked

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

  1. Ranked #1 in Sumter

    #1 Dental Team of Sumter

    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 Dental Team of SumterFull profile
    In their words

    Welcome to the Dental Team of Sumter! We are dedicated to providing top-quality oral health care in a fun, family-friendly, Christian environment. Dr. Capers Lee truly enjoys working with all our patients. Their comfort and satisfaction are our top priority, which is why we do our best to make every dental experience pain-free. We take great pride in the treatments we provide and the bright smiles we create!

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

  2. #2 Emergency Dental

    5155 Patriot Pkwy, Sumter, SC 29154

    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 Emergency DentalFull profile(803) 674-8626
    In their words

    We look forward to serve you as your dental office. We promise to provide the highest level of quality care. You can count on us for services such as general dentistry, emergency care, pediatric and family dental care as well as denture repair services. We expect all visitors to make an appointment and are not able to accept no call patients at this time. Dial us at the right time for you because we always answer our telephones, night or day even on the weekends.

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

  25. #25 Thomas Pare

    1257 Broad St, Sumter, SC 29150, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 because of services and access: 17 of 17 services offered, open evenings until 7 PM.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Thomas PareFull profile(803) 773-1355
    In their words

    Thomas Pare practices in Sumter, SC for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Thomas Pare and the rest of the Aspen Dental team are proud to offer services like dentures, gum diseases, root canals, crowns, and bridges with the best lab technicians. To see a dentist near you book online or call anytime Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. We are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and…

    From Thomas Pare's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 49 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #49, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dr. Gregory A. Wheeler, DMD43Evenings
27Wheeler Gregory A DDS43Evenings
28Epps Thomas W37
29Creston Dental37
30Dr. Timothy E. Garrity, DMD37
31Ray Family & Cosmetic Dentistry37
32David M Van Patten, DMD37
33Dr. Marshall L. Wallace, DMD, MHS37
34Sunshine Dental37
35Thaddeus H Vincent, Jr. DMD37
36Liberty Street Dental Center37
37Sumter Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery37
38Restorative Arts Dental, P.A.37
39Advanced Sumter Dentistry37
40Aesthetic Dental Arts33
41Voronina Anastasia V DDS33
42Aspen Dental33
43Palmetto Family and Cosmetic Dentistry33
44Palmetto Family and Cosmetic Dentistry33
45William N. Coulter, DMD33
46New Horizons Dental Center33
47Dr. James K. Rabon, DMD33
48Dr. Spencer Wagner28
49Oak Park Family Dentistry17

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Best dentists in Sumter by need

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Best for emergency in Sumter

No Sumter clinic lists emergency or same-day care in our data yet.

Best for kids in Sumter

No Sumter clinic lists kid-friendly care in our data yet.

Best for implants in Sumter

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Dental Team of Sumter

Highest-ranked of 49 Sumter clinics offering dental implants: #1 for implants and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for invisalign & braces in Sumter

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Dental Team of Sumter

Highest-ranked of 47 Sumter clinics offering Invisalign or braces: #1 for invisalign and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for root canal in Sumter

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Dental Team of Sumter

Highest-ranked of 47 Sumter clinics offering root canals: #1 for root canal and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for cosmetic in Sumter

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Dental Team of Sumter

Highest-ranked of 49 Sumter clinics offering cosmetic dentistry: #1 for cosmetic and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for dentures & seniors in Sumter

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Dental Team of Sumter

Highest-ranked of 47 Sumter clinics offering dentures: #1 for dentures and #1 overall by DR Score.

Runner-up: Emergency Dental (#2 overall)

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Best for budget & insurance in Sumter

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

How much does a dentist cost in Sumter?

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

How much does a dentist cost in Sumter?
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 Sumter

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 Sumter dentists

We scored 49 Sumter clinics on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Sumter 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

Dentists in Sumter: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dentist in Sumter?

By DR Score, the top-ranked dentist in Sumter, SC is Dental Team of Sumter (DR Score 73/100). Emergency Dental (#2) and Brunson Debra (#3) follow. We ranked 49 clinics on 6 factors, last updated October 21, 2026.

Where can I find an emergency dentist in Sumter?

No Sumter clinic lists emergency care, but 4 are open after 6 PM, led by Sumter Family Dental, PA (#24) and Thomas Pare (#25). For facial swelling, trouble breathing or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department.

How much is a dental cleaning in Sumter?

A dental cleaning in Sumter 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.

How many dentists are there in Sumter?

DentistsRanked lists 49 dental clinics in Sumter, SC, and 49 are ranked by DR Score. 4 are open after 6 PM. The most common listed service is general dentistry, at 49 clinics. Counts are as of October 2026.

Update log for Sumter

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 49 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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