When I first arrived at BFD maybe a decade ago. I was terrified. I hadn't seen a dentist in years…read moredue to the discomfort/pain/shame I experienced every time I entered a dentists office. I had dental procedure anxiety (self-diagnosed) something fierce. I never flossed. Brushed a few times a week. "You wouldn't be bleeding so much if you flossed," some so- called 'dental professional' would tell me. "It wouldn't hurt if you weren't stabbing me in my gums with no empathy," is what I would think to myself as I white knuckled some satanic saddle of dental doom, wishing I could afford gaseous ambivalence. When the pain in my mouth finally achieved victory over my fear of procedural pain, into BFD I walked. Janet sweetly laughed when I asked for gas, or benzodiazapine, or anything to rest my anxiety. "You'll be fine, I've been at this for years." She was right. While it took a while to un-f#({ the results of my dental neglect, I learned a lot. I was shown how easy it is to floss (with a floss pick- that's not cheating; it's just as effective as cumbersome filament floss). Dr. Drossner helpfully suggested I slip it onto my daily routine. I started flossing every time I waited for my shower to warm up. I quit skipping a good brushing to save a couple minutes. I'm not at 100%, but I'd get a solid A on the 1990s grading scale for sure. Eager excitement nearly effortlessly replaced anxiety and avoidance in advance of my semiannual oral inspection. The staff at BFD remember my chosen name (not just my government one). They find ways to make my visits cheaper. They remember that I don't like their music - they don't change it, but they remember. Dr. Drossner congratulates me on my newfound acceptance of daily tooth washing. Janet gives me a hug before I leave. I never knew until this morning after Janet effortlessly and (almost- I ain't perfect) painlessly descaled and polished my teeth, that dentists and hygienists experience anxiety about giving people anxiety. If you squirm at the dentist's office, they have to suffer their own discomfort with a HIPPA-suggested countenance of indifference. That means, everybody wins if daily dental diligence becomes standard. If you live in Beaufort or the surrounding areas, do your mouth a favor. Go see the folks at BFD. And at the very least, start brushing and flossing every day. It's better to floss your teeth every day for less than a minute than to hate a dental professional or yourself for an hour every six months. My name is Thieme Hall and I support this message.

I was a patient of this practice since I moved to the area in 2021. In 2026 Dr. Drossner left and I…read morewas in the care of Dr. Turner. After receiving a treatment plan from his office I requested a 5-10 minute phone call. Twice over a week. Then I went to the office to make that same request and also ask the office manager about the notes she had made which I didn't fully grasp. Afterwards, in a phone call, I received an ultimatum. I could either accept the treatment plan or I could schedule a consultation for $150 out of pocket, with no middle ground. Translation: I really needed to accept my spot on the conveyor belt. Under the ADA Code of Ethics and S.C. Code Ann. Regs. 39-11, Section 1 (Patient Autonomy), a dentist's primary obligations include involving patients in treatment decisions in a meaningful way. With Dr. Turner, if I wanted to be able to ask questions and make choices before committing to the treatment plan, that was now extra. I cannot express fully how profoundly troubling this experience has been, how shocked I am this became confrontational and how deeply disappointed I am in leaving Beaufort Family Dentistry under these circumstances. Ensuring informed consent is the obligation of every dentist and should be easy and routine. This was the opposite of that.

Best dentist. Best staff. So thankful that all four members of my family are patients. We have had…read morea wonderful experience: crowns, cleanings, etc. for over two years. Here's to great teeth in 2023!

The staff at this office is great. However, Tristen Greenwalt cares little for your time and he…read moredoes not listen. The first time with him I waited an hour and he gave me 10 minutes. The second time I waited 20 minutes and saw him for seven minutes, he went on to other patients and never returned. I left after 55 minutes. He seems like a nice enough guy if he was your neighbor but I would prefer a professional for my dentist.

My husband and I are new to the Low Country and when I found myself with an urgent need for (what I…read morethought was) one tooth extraction I didn't know what to do. I called Howard Family Dentistry (at the advice of our Insurance Provider) mid morning (just after 10am) and explained my plight to Kimber who verbally hugged me while walking me through what I needed to do to be seen there ASAP! By 1:30pm I was lying in a chair of the very skillful and compassionate Dr. Barnard's! Dental assistant Naty was very kind and gentle while securing numerous x-rays of my teeth. Dr. Bernard came in to let me know what he found in my xrays and his treatment recommendations with me. Once I gave him the "go ahead" Catherine arrived with paperwork that explained my associated costs. She too was incredibly friendly! I am aware that Catherine does not have the easiest position of bringing "total charges" to a patient but she was very warm about it and that meant a lot to me. As it turned out I had to have not one, but two teeth extracted. Dr Bernard thoroughly answered every single one of my questions/concerns and quelled all of my fears. He is, without a doubt, the most gentle surgeon, and caring Dentist that I have ever visited in my almost five decades of dental care!! From the moment of my initial phone call with Kimber to when I left the office with my mouth full of gauze, I just wanted to hug each and every one of the staff because they make you feel like family! If you have any dental needs please don't think twice, go to Howard Family Dental. These folks are magnificent, all of them!! Thank you Dr. Bernard for your caring expertise!! And thank you ladies, Kimber, Naty, and Catherine for all of your kindness today!! I promise you that I WILL spread the word about you!! Sending you ALL a giant hug full of thanks!!

this place is absolutely a joke. We paid nearly $1000 in advance as a family for cleaning and…read moreexamination and we have had three canceled appointments and they canceled after we walked in the door With NO notice and no apology. They stand firmly on their theft! Offering no explanation other than they don't have a hygienist. The first time we tried to use their family plan these unprofessional jerk's literally turned my teenaged child into the streets, falsey claiming we did not pay for services. I had to produce receipts that we had paid them. They knew we paid them and they refused services. These are poorly disguised thieves! Horrible service and fully unapologetic and rude. Please do NOT EVER CONSIDER this practice. They have dropped the ball on taking care of our family every step of the way. Aweful and shameful... They are completely without dignity or shame...

Durham Dental is one of the best dental practices I have been to. The office was clean, well kept,…read moreand welcoming. The staff were all very polite and friendly-from the time I stepped foot in the door up until I walked out. This practice seemed very thorough and truly cares for their patients beyond the outer appearance of their teeth. If my husband and I didn't have to move around I would, without question, make Dr. Durham's practice my home for dental health. Another plus is that all pictures they take at their office are stored in their digital system. Understanding that my husband and I move around and may not be there for long, Dr. Durham reminded me of this and mentioned his office could/would send the digital file & pictures to another practice so I wouldn't have to go through the entire process again. I highly recommend Durham Dental! **The only negative about this practice is that they are over priced.

Always a great experience!! It is a little chilly, but the staff are great. Never disappointed.read more

I was in need of some dental work fast. Since we are only…read morehere for a short 2 month period and being unfamiliar with the dentists around here, I was afraid that I would not be able to find a good one quickly. Then I called Beaufort River Dental and luckily they were able to see me the next day. What a wonderful dental practice! I was very impressed with the professional and accommodating service of Dr. Babb and his staff, making sure I was completely comfortable all during my procedure. All in all I had wonderful experience and I highly recommend Beaufort River Dental. Donna G.

I tend to avoid the dentist until I really need one - not any longer. Dr. Babb is kind and patient…read more(but so are some other dentists I have been to). What sets this practice apart is, well, everything! Dr. Babb is friendly, kind and the best at what he does. His practice is state of the art. I had not had a cleaning in several years and his hygienist gave me the least painful cleaning I have ever received. The office staff is top notch and go out of their way to make sure you understand their billing and what you can expect to pay after insurance. NO ONE pressures you to have services you (or your budget) may not be ready for. Last, but certainly not least, Dr. Babb's staff genuinely like him - I heard one young staff member tell him that she will be working with him until she retires. When another staff member got a call from her child's school, he told her immediately to "Go" and he had no disapproval or irritation at all in his tone. I'm so impressed with Dr. Babb and his entire practice.

I've been a patient of Dr. Mohler's for over 20 years and he has always been very professional and…read morefriendly. He explains in detail what he will be doing and makes sure I am comfortable throughout my appointment. He has even come in on a Saturday to see me when I was in such pain from an abscess tooth. I can only speak from my experience with Dr. Mohler and all of my family that he has taken great care of over the years. Ron HS.

Dr Mohler and his staff are amazing. we moved here six years ago and continued to drive to our…read moredentist in Charleston until we found Dr Mohler- staff is attentive, knowledgeable and gentle. Great job!! Thank you for making the transition so easy.

Best dentist in town! He is old fashioned and honest and has the best assistant and hygenist!read more

From the owner: D. Alton Fanning. Jr., DMD, has been providing quality dental care in a relaxed and friendly…read moreenvironment for over 24 years, making him the best dentist Beaufort has to offer. He has the knowledge and experience to continually give his patients a reason to smile. His staff is well equipped to care for all your dental health needs. We accept dental insurance, including delta dental, military, and other major insurance accepted. New patients are always welcome. Give us a call today to schedule your appointment.

Dr. Covington is an outstanding dentist. I have never felt rushed when asking questions and…read moreappreciate the time she spends explaining things. I have had the same experience with Dr. Durant. They appear to be skilled not only in dentistry, but also in recruiting and retaining great hygienists and office staff. She's professional, extremely competent, and takes care to educate her patients as to what procedures are needed. Her schedule is punctual and her front desk staffers are friendly and very knowledge. Her manner with her assistants, where staff is treated well, makes for an overall positive and friendly environment. Only a savvy employer knows the value of treating his employees well. It trickles down through the whole environment. I highly recommend Lowcountry Family Dentistry and trust them to thoroughly take care of my dental needs.

From the owner: At Lowcountry Family Dentistry we provide a wide rage of general dentistry for your entire family…read more Dr. Covington and Dr. DuRant are experienced and caring. Our team offers the highest quality dental care with excellence. Whether your visit is for a routine check up, planned treatment, or you have a dental emergency, our goal is to treat you like family and exceed your expectations.

This was my first visit with Dr. Costa. He identified my problem and showed me the problem using…read more my Xray. He explained what needed to be done and we set up a plan make this happen . During all of this visit he carefully made sure that I was not in any pain. All of the people in this practice that worked with me were very professional and helpful.

The hygienist was so kind, friendly, efficient. Dr Costa was wonderful. I am very picky and know…read morethat this team is the best.

Best dentist around, traced from NC for dental work. I would recommend them to all new residents.read more

I went for my first appt a couple of weeks ago and I am was impressed. Tiffany the dental hygienist…read morewas very thorough with her work. She was very personal and professional. I say the same for Dr. Wallace. She was very professional and friendly. I am very selective with finding a good dentist and I am glad I went with them.