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South Carolina Dental Center provides orthodontic treatment in Columbia, SC, with a 4.
About South Carolina Dental Center
Dr. Droege is noted for easing longstanding dental anxiety over repeated visits and addressing TMJ discomfort alongside routine care.
South Carolina Dental Center is a general dental practice that also offers Invisalign, traditional braces, and clear aligners. Reviews frequently point to Dr. Droege's calming, step-by-step approach with anxious patients, sometimes over several appointments, and a few mention him addressing TMJ discomfort or other concerns beyond the original reason for the visit. The hygiene team is often described as warm from the first phone call, and one note mentions a hygienist projecting x-rays onto a TV to walk through findings. Some reviews describe unexpected cost increases or long delays with denture work.
Summary of 200 patient reviews, October 2021–August 2026, updated September 2026
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
South Carolina Dental Center provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Insurance accepted
11 plans listedWhat patients say
Latest review 7 weeks ago
What patients praise
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Doctors patients mention
Orthodontic care in reviews
Few reviews discuss orthodontic treatment specifically; the feedback above reflects general dental visits.
| Oct 2023 | 4 |
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| Nov 2023 | 2 |
| Dec 2023 | 0 |
| Jan 2024 | 1 |
| Feb 2024 | 6 |
| Mar 2024 | 6 |
| Apr 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 10 |
| Jun 2024 | 3 |
| Jul 2024 | 3 |
| Aug 2024 | 6 |
| Sep 2024 | 6 |
| Oct 2024 | 11 |
| Nov 2024 | 10 |
| Dec 2024 | 2 |
| Jan 2025 | 5 |
| Feb 2025 | 4 |
| Mar 2025 | 3 |
| Apr 2025 | 13 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| Jun 2025 | 5 |
| Jul 2025 | 11 |
| Aug 2025 | 10 |
| Sep 2025 | 8 |
| Oct 2025 | 11 |
| Nov 2025 | 6 |
| Dec 2025 | 10 |
| Jan 2026 | 4 |
| Feb 2026 | 7 |
| Mar 2026 | 10 |
| Apr 2026 | 4 |
| May 2026 | 5 |
| Jun 2026 | 6 |
| Jul 2026 | 7 |
| Aug 2026 | 4 |
| Sep 2026 | 1 |
| Theme | Praise | Criticism |
|---|---|---|
| Friendly staff | 77 | 6 |
| The dentist | 42 | 5 |
| Clear explanations | 25 | 5 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 24 | 4 |
| Cost, insurance & financing | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 10 | 5 |
| Office & technology | 12 | 2 |
| Treatment results | 9 | 2 |
Recent reviews from Google
I had my first cleaning appointment with Shidaa. It was the BEST cleaning I EVER had. She was very gentle, informative and professional. I highly recommend EVERYONE to this office. The dentist, the staff and the overall office is what a dentist office should be. Vonda B.
I had not been informed that my primary dentist had been replaced until after my cleaning. Dr. Evans stated that I needed two new crowns. My initial appointment for the first crown took 4 hours and was not even completed as she left me for breaks to attend other patient. I returned to complete the tooth preparation and that took an additional 4 hours as she again left to see other patients.A procedure that normally takes total 2 hours had taken 8. The assistant was pleasant and helpful and had to complete the work without supervision or guidance as Dr. Evans never returned to observe the final work or inform me of the next steps.
Went in for my semi-anual teeth cleaning appointments. Bill was presented to me in advance to let me know what they would be doing and costs, if any. Got into the chair within 5 minutes of the scheduled time. The dental hygienist was thorough and made recommendations on changes to my dental habits. I was completely happy with the process and outcome.
Excellent service, the staff is AMAZING!!! Wonderful atmosphere I would recommend this place for any dental services.
SCDC is the second dentistry I have fired this year and if zero stars was allowed, that's what they deserve. Past reviews are mostly positive, but this business is apparently under new management/ownership. The service was adequate, but South Carolina Dental Center failed to fully disclose charges above insurance until after the fact and therefore, is not recommended. Find a dentist who's upfront with their billing practices so you won't be surprised with a double-bill like I was. Demand answers before accepting an appointment.
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