Charleston Smiles
A pediatric-only office in West Ashley: one dentist, murals on the wall, a four-day week.
Smyleee Rating
Very Good
About Charleston Smiles
Murals on the walls, a bin of toys by the door, and a team that sees nobody over the age of about eighteen. Charleston Smiles is a small pediatric-only office on Orleans Road in West Ashley, treating patients from the first tooth through adolescence, and the small part matters. Where the larger multi-site pediatric groups in the same zip code run many chairs and a rotating provider list, this is a single office with one dentist, known to families as Dr. Sam, and staff trained specifically to work with children rather than with adults who happen to be short.
Sedation is the service parents ask about most, and it deserves a plain explanation. For a child who cannot sit through a filling, whether because of age, anxiety, a strong gag reflex or the sheer volume of work needed in one sitting, sedation is what makes the appointment possible instead of traumatic. Nitrous oxide is the mildest form; it wears off within minutes and the child usually goes back to school the same day. Oral sedation is a different conversation, requiring a full medical history check, written fasting instructions for the night before, and a responsible adult to watch the child at home for the rest of the day. Neither replaces numbing, since local anesthetic is still used on the tooth. Ask which level is being proposed, why, and whether splitting the work across two shorter visits would achieve the same thing.
Routine care runs to cleanings, sealants over the deep grooves of newly erupted molars, tooth-colored fillings, extractions when a tooth cannot be saved, and unhurried coaching on brushing and diet. On that last point, how often sugar reaches the teeth matters more than how much of it there is.
946 Orleans Road, Unit L, places the office in West Ashley off the Sam Rittenberg corridor near the old Citadel Mall site, a short run for families in Ashley Landing, Northbridge and the neighborhoods off Old Towne Road. Check the hours first: Tuesday through Friday, 8:30am to 3pm, closed Mondays. That is a narrow window, workable if you can manage a mid-morning school pickup and difficult if Monday is your one flexible day.
A single-office pediatric practice on Orleans Road in West Ashley, seeing children from the first tooth through the teen years. Cleanings, sealants, tooth-colored fillings, extractions and sedation for children who cannot sit through treatment awake, on a Tuesday-to-Friday schedule that closes at 3pm.
Clinic Details
Best Known For
Pediatric Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry, Tooth-Colored Fillings, Preventive Cleanings
Business Hours
| Monday(Today) | Closed |
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is sedation safe for my child during dental treatment?
What days and hours is Charleston Smiles open?
Do cavities in baby teeth really need treating?
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Reviews
Smyleee Rating
Very Good
173 reviews
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Recent Reviews
Charleston Smiles has been providing dental care for my grandchildren for years. They are the best.
I loveeeeeeeeeeeee this place for my daughter!
This is a wonderful place i would not take my kids any where else everyone is very friendly wish i could give them 10 stars!!!!!
Friendly staff, serviced within a timely manner , very detailed and met my kid needs.
Excellent service, I give it 10/10
Everyone working at Charleston Smiles are very friendly and welcoming. It feels like you're there visiting family. Dr. Sam and Dr. Jennifer arw both amazing to work with. They make sure my kids have the best care possible!
Charleston Smiles is a wonderful children’s dentistry. Every single person there is so pleasant and kind. My kids have been patients there for a few years now and I have not one complaint. I would definitely give them a try if you are in need of a dentist for your kids.
Great Service. Ms. Joan is always so pleasant and a breathe of fresh air. I’ve been coming here since Dr. Jen when my daughter was Two years old she’s now 27.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Charleston Smiles Dental – Truly Exceptional! We had the best experience at Charleston Smiles for my daughter Lucy’s tooth extraction. From the moment we walked in, every single person there was kind, patient, and genuinely caring. They explained everything in a way that made Lucy feel safe and comfortable, and the entire process was smoother than I ever imagined it could be. The dental assistant was so gentle and sweet with her, and the dentist- Dr.Sam- took the time to walk her through each step so there were no surprises. What could’ve been a stressful day turned into something easy, calm, and even a little empowering for Lucy—she walked out smiling (well… as much as you can smile after losing a tooth!). I’m so grateful for a team that truly puts kids first. If you’re looking for a pediatric dental office that combines compassion, professionalism, and a genuinely lovely atmosphere, Charleston Smiles is absolutely the place to go. Highly recommend!
I went in about a month ago just needed to start care and find a dental office who I felt comfortable with. The office staff were very communicative with my insurance information and giving me updates because I am pregnant. Corje met me with such calmness and reassured my nerves and created a wholesome first time experience. I needed deep cleaning and setting up my appointments were easily made. I have finished my deep cleaning and have appointments set up for further maintenance. Dr.Hernandez was absolutely amazing. He gave me so many tips on oral care and signs to keep an eye on during pregnancy. He was so calm and didn’t rush my appointments. I really felt at ease before, during and after all my appointments, and I look forward to continuing with Charleston smiles office
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