5 Best Dentists in Columbia (2026)

Ranked by real Google ratings and review volume · How we chose

By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Updated October 2026 · 8 min read

We compared 20 dentists in Columbia on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

Most people put off the dentist until a tooth forces the call, and by then the question is practical: who can see me soon, and who will be gentle about it? The dentists in Columbia below hold 3,750 Google reviews between them with ratings running from 4.8 to 4.9, so the stars barely separate them. What does is the detail: which office is open on a Saturday, which one reviewers call kind to nervous patients, and who lists services like implants, wisdom-tooth removal, or sedation.

Short answer: Columbia Dental Health Center has the largest review base at 1,082 Google reviews and a 4.9 rating, followed by Elite Smiles Dental (4.9, 1,047 reviews) and Devine Dentistry (4.9, 681). Elite Smiles is the one that lists Saturday hours. According to its own website, Dental Care of Rosewood advertises a $229 new patient special covering an exam, X-rays, cleaning and fluoride, so compare any visit against your insurance and a written treatment plan.

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Columbia's Dental Offices, Side by Side

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Columbia Dental Health Center	4.9 ★	1,082	Extractions and wisdom teeth	View ›
2	Elite Smiles Dental	4.9 ★	1,047	Nervous patients and families	View ›
3	Devine Dentistry	4.9 ★	681	Dental anxiety and cost clarity	View ›
4	Dental Care of Rosewood	4.9 ★	451	Technology and orthodontics	View ›
5	Vista Smiles	4.8 ★	489	General care and cleanings	View ›

Each practice, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Columbia Dental Health Center

4.91,082 Google reviews

Columbia Dental Health Center is a general dental practice at 212 Outlet Pointe Blvd. Google lists it for cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, dentures, teeth whitening, emergency dental service and oral surgery. Patients in the reviews mostly mention extractions and wisdom-tooth removal, and they name Dr. Cain in particular. It keeps weekday hours only, closing at 4 PM Monday to Thursday and 3 PM on Friday.

What people praise

Reviewers describe a smooth tooth extraction and an easy wisdom-tooth recovery
Dr. Cain is described as patient, kind and good at explaining what is happening
Front-office staff worked to secure an appointment quickly, according to one patient
One reviewer says the team followed up the next day to check on them

Worth knowing

Weekday hours only, with an early Friday close
One reviewer whose child needed sedation was referred to another provider, so ask about sedation before booking

Reputation scorecardrank in Columbia

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume1,082 · 98th

Confidencevery high

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown94% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: It carries the largest review base on the page at 4.9, which makes it the safest default for routine care and extractions. If you or a family member need sedation, ask about it on the first call.

Website +1803-694-7980 Directions

212 Outlet Pointe Blvd, Columbia, SC 29210

#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Elite Smiles Dental

4.91,047 Google reviews

Elite Smiles Dental is a Farrow Road practice offering general, cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Its website lists cleanings and exams, same-day crowns, dental implants, clear aligners, pediatric dentistry, emergency dentistry, nitrous oxide and IV sedation. Google shows it open Monday to Saturday, 8 AM to 5 PM, and it has an online booking link.

What people praise

Patients afraid of the dentist say the team kept them calm through the visit
A parent reports their 8-year-old left smiling after dental work
Wisdom-tooth removal and bridge replacement both get positive mentions
Front-desk staff are singled out for a welcoming manner and help with billing

Worth knowing

Reviews name several different doctors, so ask who you will be seeing

Reputation scorecardrank in Columbia

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume1,047 · 93rd

Confidencevery high

Recency5 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown95% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong all-rounder with a long service list on its website and the only Saturday hours on the page. Families and anxious patients are the groups reviewers keep praising it for.

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9020 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203

#3🕑 Open 4 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Devine Dentistry

4.9681 Google reviews

Devine Dentistry is a small practice at 621 Chatham Ave led by Kari M. Candela, DMD. Its website describes preventative, restorative and cosmetic care and says the team will take time to understand each patient's goals. Google shows hours from Monday to Thursday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

What people praise

Several reviewers say it is the first office that made them feel at ease about dental fear
Staff explain the cost breakdown before work starts, according to one patient
One reviewer was worked in the same morning for a toothache
The office is described as clean and modern

Worth knowing

Open Monday to Thursday only, per Google
Its website introduces a single doctor, so ask how quickly new appointments open up

Reputation scorecardrank in Columbia

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume681 · 88th

Confidencevery high

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown96% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A good fit if dental anxiety is what keeps you away. Its 681 reviews are fewer than the two larger practices above, but the feedback is consistent about patience and clear explanations.

Website Book now +1803-866-7745 Directions

621 Chatham Ave, Columbia, SC 29205

#4🕑 Open 4 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Dental Care of Rosewood

4.9451 Google reviews

Dental Care of Rosewood is a family, cosmetic and restorative practice at 2811 Rosewood Dr, Suite B. Its website lists cleanings, crowns and bridges, implants, veneers, clear aligner therapy, orthodontics, root canal treatment and whitening, and it advertises a $229 new patient special for an exam, X-rays, cleaning and fluoride. Dr. Gioche is the dentist reviewers name most often.

What people praise

Patients mention modern imaging, including a screen that shows live video of their teeth
Hygienists are described as gentle and thorough
One reviewer was given whitening pricing with no pressure to commit
Staff help with insurance questions at checkout, according to a reviewer

Worth knowing

Open Monday to Thursday only, with early Wednesday and Thursday hours
The new patient special is the practice's own advertised offer, so confirm what it includes

Reputation scorecardrank in Columbia

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume451 · 73rd

Confidencehigh

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown96% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A technology-forward office with a published new-patient price, which is useful for comparison. Its 451 reviews are the smallest base on the page, but the 4.9 rating holds up.

Website +1803-723-7430 Directions

2811 Rosewood Dr Ste b, Columbia, SC 29205

#5🕑 Open 4 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Vista Smiles

4.8489 Google reviews

Vista Smiles is a general and cosmetic dental office at 515 Richland St. Its website says the practice centers on the patient and offers a first-time patient introduction for $89. Reviewers mostly describe routine cleanings and checkups, and Dr. Phillips is the name that comes up most often.

What people praise

Patients say the dentist and hygienist take time to explain a plan of care
Office staff are described as knowledgeable about insurance and billing
One long-term patient says every visit has been a good one
A reviewer reports the team built a plan around their budget

Worth knowing

Wednesday hours end at 12:30 PM
One reviewer found the office a little hard to find

Reputation scorecardrank in Columbia

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume489 · 78th

Confidencehigh

Recency8 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A solid pick for routine care and cleanings. Its 4.8 rating sits a tenth of a star below the other offices here, and the most recent reviews we saw are several months old.

Website +1803-779-9666 Directions

515 Richland St, Columbia, SC 29201

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How the scores work

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the live Google star average. Review volume is how many patients have rated the practice, compared with other Columbia dentists. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.9 from hundreds of people counts for more than a 4.9 from a handful. Recency reflects how recently patients are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

What a Columbia dental visit costs (2026)

Dental fees depend on the procedure, whether you have insurance, and whether a visit needs X-rays or follow-up work, so a single price rarely applies. Two offices here publish a new-patient offer on their own websites: Dental Care of Rosewood advertises $229 for an exam, X-rays, cleaning and fluoride, and Vista Smiles lists a first-time patient introduction at $89. Treat both as the practice’s own advertised offers and confirm what each includes. For anything beyond a checkup, ask for a written treatment plan with itemized costs before you agree.

Dentists across Columbia

The practices on this page sit in several parts of Columbia, including Outlet Pointe Blvd, Farrow Road, Chatham Avenue, Rosewood Drive and Richland Street. Searching for a dentist near me? Each listing shows a phone number and directions, so you can check which office is closest to home or work.

Questions to ask before booking a dentist

Do you accept my insurance, and can you check my benefits before the first visit?
Which dentist will I see, and do you handle extractions, implants or sedation in-house?
What does a new-patient visit include, and is any part of it billed separately?
Will I get a written, itemized treatment plan before any work begins?
What are your hours for emergencies, and do you offer weekend appointments?

Frequently asked questions

Which Columbia dentist is open on Saturdays?

Google lists Elite Smiles Dental as open Saturday from 8 AM to 5 PM. The other offices on this page show weekday hours only, so call to confirm before you plan around a weekend visit.

Which of these dentists is best for dental anxiety?

Reviewers of Devine Dentistry and Elite Smiles Dental both describe feeling at ease despite dental fear, and Elite Smiles lists nitrous oxide and IV sedation on its website. If sedation matters to you, ask any office directly before booking.

Where to start

Columbia Dental Health Center is the safest default on review volume, while Elite Smiles Dental offers the broadest services and Saturday hours. Call two offices, ask about insurance and an itemized plan, and book the one that answers clearly.

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