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Vista Smiles

515 Richland St, Columbia, SC 29201
4.8(488 reviews)
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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

Treatments offered

RetainersRetainersTraditional BracesTraditional BracesInvisalignInvisalignClear AlignersClear Aligners
GuidesHow much does Invisalign cost? →Clear aligner costs explained →Braces cost for kids →

Who They Treat

Vista Smiles provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:

Children
Ages 6–11

What patients say

Latest review 4 months ago

What patients praise

  • Dr. Bell is noted for explaining each step of a procedure and checking in on patients repeatedly during treatment.
  • The office offers specific accommodations for anxious patients, including laughing gas, dimmed lighting, and reclining alternatives for those with vertigo.
  • Reviews mention receiving printouts of costs and expected insurance coverage before treatment begins.

Things to know

  • A few reviews describe scheduling issues, including long waits despite having an appointment time.
  • A few reviews mention slow follow-up or unreturned calls after complications from a procedure.

Who it suits

  • Anxious or nervous patients
  • Families with several kids in treatment
  • Patients transferring mid-treatment from another office

Doctors patients mention

  • Dr. Bell · 31 reviews

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.

Last 12 months
12 reviews
averaging 4.7★
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Star ratings
  • 5★446
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Average rating by year
  • 20131.0
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1★5★
Treatments patients mention
  • Retainers3
What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • Friendly staff69 / 5
  • The dentist53 / 2
  • Gentle, comfortable care43
  • Clear explanations31
  • Scheduling & wait times15 / 5
  • Office & technology17
  • Responsiveness9 / 4
  • Great with kids10
What patients talk about
ThemePraiseCriticism
Friendly staff695
The dentist532
Gentle, comfortable care430
Clear explanations310
Scheduling & wait times155
Office & technology170
Responsiveness94
Great with kids100

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Recent reviews from Google

4.8
488 reviews
Michael Price
Michael Price
6 months ago
“

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

Review from Google

nancy m
nancy m
7 months ago
“

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.

Review from Google

Stephen Carpenter
Stephen Carpenter
7 months ago
“

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.

Review from Google

Rosalie Carpenter
Rosalie Carpenter
7 months ago
“

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.

Review from Google

Jada Wilson
Jada Wilson
7 months ago
“

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!

Review from Google

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does Vista Smiles offer?+
Vista Smiles offers: Retainers, Traditional Braces, Invisalign, Clear Aligners.
Is Vista Smiles accepting new patients?+
Vista Smiles is currently welcoming new patients in Columbia, SC. Call (803) 779-9666 to schedule.
Where is Vista Smiles located?+
Vista Smiles is located at 515 Richland St. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=6401825922375556232&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Vista Smiles?+
Vista Smiles office hours: Mon 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, Tue 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, Wed 7:00 AM–12:30 PM, Thu 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, Fri Closed–Closed, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
What is the patient rating for Vista Smiles?+
Vista Smiles has a 4.8-star rating based on 488 patient reviews on Google.

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Wed7:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Thu8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
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