Central Park Dental of Charleston

Central Park Dental of Charleston is a dental clinic in Charleston, SC. The practice serves patients of all ages, offering pediatric dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, sleep apnea treatment, and care for temporomandibular disorders. The team provides preventive, restorative, and oral surgery services, including exams, cleanings, digital X-rays, and sedation dentistry. If a patient requires care from an outside specialist, the clinic refers them to a trusted colleague.

Dr. S. Daniel Gardner, who took over the practice in 2005, graduated from Clemson University and the Medical University of SC. He completed a residency in general dentistry in Houston before returning to Charleston to work with his father, Dr. Donald R. Gardner, who established the practice on James Island in 1968. Dr. Dale Probst, a graduate of Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, brings experience from the US Air Force and advanced education at the Medical University of SC. Dr. Probst is trained in implant and restorative dentistry, laser dentistry, periodontal treatment, cosmetic dentistry, and sedation. The clinic utilizes advanced technology, including digital X-rays that reduce radiation exposure by 90%, 3D imaging, laser dentistry, and CAD/CAM systems for same-day crowns. Additional tools include air abrasion, Lares laser, and DIAGNOdent for drill-less and no-shots treatments. The office offers flexible scheduling with early morning and evening appointments to fit patient lifestyles.

The clinic is located at 1708 Central Park Rd, just a short distance from the James Island Post Office. It sits near Folly Road, about a tenth of a mile away, and is approximately half a mile from Harbor View Road, Harbor View Elementary School, and the James Island Expressway.

Patients have noted the friendly and helpful staff, professional care during procedures like root canals, and the team's pride in their work. The practice focuses on personalized treatment plans that address individual oral health goals and priorities, aiming to provide a comfortable environment for achieving a healthy smile.

Central Park Dental of Charleston combines long-standing local presence with modern dental technology to serve the Charleston community.