Dentists in Columbia, SC

Local listings, alphabetical, with a guide to hiring.

Dental practices in Columbia offer general, cosmetic and emergency care. The biggest practical question is usually whether a practice is in-network for your insurance.

Listed businesses (A–Z)

Listings are alphabetical and are not endorsements. Details were checked against each business's website on September 26, 2026. Listing policy.

About dentists in Columbia, SC

Dentists in South Carolina are licensed under SC Code chapter 40-15, which puts dentistry and dental hygiene under the South Carolina State Board of Dentistry. The board's staff is appointed by the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation, so you can check a dentist on the LLR licence lookup.

Many searches for dentists in Columbia ask about Medicaid and dentists for patients without insurance. South Carolina's Medicaid agency, Healthy Connections (SCDHHS), links to a "Find a Dentist that takes Medicaid" search for members. For people without insurance, SCDHHS points to Federally Qualified Health Centers and other community health centers, which offer dental care and often charge what you can afford based on income. If you have private insurance, call the insurer to confirm a practice is in-network rather than relying on a website list. Ask for a written treatment plan with costs before major work. New to the area? Our moving to Columbia guide and suburbs guide help you pick a practice near home, school or work, and things to do with kids covers family days out.

How to choose

  • Confirm the dentist's licence on the SC LLR lookup (Board of Dentistry).
  • Call your insurer to confirm the practice is in-network, rather than relying on a website list.
  • Ask for a written treatment plan with costs before major work.

Official lookups: SC LLR licence lookup · SC Healthy Connections Medicaid (members) · SC Code ch. 40-15 (Board of Dentistry)

Frequently asked questions

How do I find a dentist in Columbia, SC that takes Medicaid?

SC Healthy Connections Medicaid (SCDHHS) links to a "Find a Dentist that takes Medicaid" search on its members page. Call the office to confirm it is taking new Medicaid patients before you book.

Where can I see a dentist in Columbia with no insurance?

SCDHHS points people without insurance to Federally Qualified Health Centers and other community health centers, which offer dental services and often charge what you can afford based on your income. Ask private practices about cash prices and payment plans too.

How do I check a dentist's licence in South Carolina?

Dentists are licensed by the SC State Board of Dentistry (SC Code chapter 40-15), which is administered through SC LLR. Search the dentist's name on the LLR licence lookup.

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