Total Dental Care of SC

Total Dental Care of SC is a dental clinic in Columbia, SC, located at 1061 St Andrews Rd. The practice serves patients from all over the region and has been providing care in the community since 1985. Dr. Doug Forbes, who has practiced in Columbia for 38 years, leads a team that offers a comprehensive range of services, including orthodontics, dental implants, CEREC one-day crowns, cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, oral surgery, and dentures. The clinic addresses specific patient needs, such as cosmetic improvements through teeth whitening or veneers, restorative solutions for chewing difficulties using dentures or implants, and immediate evaluation for pain or discomfort. With a rating of 4.60 based on 213 reviews, the practice has built a solid reputation among the customers it has served.

Dr. Forbes graduated from the University of SC with a biology degree in 1981 and earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine at the Medical University of SC in 1985. He also holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of SC, obtained in 1992. His professional affiliations include the SC Dental Association, the American Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Forbes has served as a board member for the Richland and Lexington Family Service Center Children’s Dental Clinic and continues to volunteer there. He previously served as a Commissioner for the SC Higher Education Commission. The clinic emphasizes a holistic approach to oral health, prioritizing treatments that align with the overall well-being of the patient. Services include gum care, porcelain veneers, tooth-colored fillings, root canals, TMD treatment, ClearCorrect, Six Month Smiles braces, and sedation dentistry.

The clinic sits on St Andrews Rd, about a half mile from Broad River Road and Stoop Creek. It is located near St. Andrews Park and the Richland Library St. Andrews, both roughly half a mile away. The Widewater Shopping Center is also within a short distance of the practice.

Total Dental Care of SC stands out in Columbia for its long-standing presence and the breadth of its dental services, supported by a team led by a dentist with nearly four decades of local experience.