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About Vista Smiles
Dr. Bell's team is known for calming anxious patients with reclining options, laughing gas, and dimmed lights during routine and orthodontic visits alike.
Vista Smiles is a general dental practice in Columbia that also offers Invisalign, traditional braces, clear aligners, and retainers. Reviews frequently highlight Dr. Bell's willingness to explain each step of a procedure and check on patients repeatedly during treatment, along with a range of comfort measures for anxious patients, from laughing gas to reclining chairs for those with vertigo. Several reviews mention detailed cost breakdowns and printouts of expected insurance coverage, and a few note the office avoids pushing unnecessary treatment. A handful of reviews describe scheduling hiccups, including longer-than-expected waits despite a booked time slot.
Summary of 202 patient reviews, January 2014–July 2026, updated September 2026
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Who They Treat
Vista Smiles provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
What patients say
Latest review 4 months ago
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Orthodontic care in reviews
A handful of reviews describe orthodontic treatment here, including a completed Invisalign case with good results and a free repair of a bottom retainer during a routine cleaning visit.
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| Nov 2023 | 4 |
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| Jan 2026 | 5 |
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| Theme | Praise | Criticism |
|---|---|---|
| Friendly staff | 69 | 5 |
| The dentist | 53 | 2 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 43 | 0 |
| Clear explanations | 31 | 0 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 15 | 5 |
| Office & technology | 17 | 0 |
| Responsiveness | 9 | 4 |
| Great with kids | 10 | 0 |
Recent reviews from Google
Ms Amanda is an angel, she is fast, effort and effective. She knows her job and will do any and everything to make sure you’re comfortable
Great The dentist AND hygienist actually spent time looking in my mouth and speaking with me about their plan of care and what I should continue to do for my teeth and gum care as well as improvement of care. Very knowledgeable and caring The office staff is knowledgeable about insurance and billing, nice, and caring. Thank you very much.
Vista Smiles of Columbia is the best dental clinic in the area. The staff is extremely professional and Dr. Phillips is an exceptional dentist who provides high quality care for all of his patients. I have been a patient for several years and have always had a good visit. Vista Smiles is a great choice for dental care in Columbia.
Vista smiles does a wonderful job on my cleanings and checkups. I have had the best experiences there. The staff and dentists especially Dr. PHILLIPS are thorough and professional. I highly recommend Vista Smiles of Columbia SC.
I recently visited Vista Smiles and I couldn’t be more impressed with the level of care and professionalism I received. From the moment I walked in, the staff made me feel comfortable and welcomed. The office itself is modern, clean, and well-organized, which immediately put me at ease. The doctors are incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to thoroughly explain all of my options, addressing any questions or concerns I had along the way. The supporting staff were also exceptional — friendly, attentive, and incredibly efficient. I never felt rushed, and they were all dedicated to ensuring I had the best experience possible. When I left, I had no lingering concerns or doubts. I felt completely confident in the care I received and appreciated how thorough and thoughtful everyone was. I would highly recommend Vista Smiles to anyone looking for top-notch dental care!
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