Best oral & maxillofacial surgeons in Greenville, SC

★★★★★4.8 (203 reviews)score 91/100

Twenty-six years in the region shows in how quickly this team moves patients through wisdom teeth extractions and implant placement, often in under an hour, with sedation reviewers describe as easy and recovery that beats expectations. Dr. Moore and Dr. Friend are named repeatedly for skill and bedside manner, and reviewers flag costs running hundreds of dollars below competitors.

• Extractions and implants typically done in about 45 minutes
• Pricing notably lower than other local practices
• Staff (Joy, Madison, Evan) singled out for going beyond standard care
• Smooth sedation experience, including for anxious kids

Watch out: Reviews focus heavily on the extraction and implant-placement experience itself; longer-term outcomes for full-mouth or cosmetic implant work aren't discussed much.

Services: oral surgery implant placement, full mouth implants, single tooth implants, sedation dentistry

★★★★★4.9 (898 reviews)score 93/100

With the highest review volume on this list and a 4.9 average, Dr. Ashley Tankersley's practice draws people who need a tooth out fast or who've had rough dental experiences elsewhere and want to feel cared for. Reviewers point to gentle technique, same-day urgent slots, and an office that explains next steps clearly instead of rushing through them.

• Same-day access for urgent extractions
• Dr. Tankersley's gentle, compassionate approach specifically named
• Warm, well-organized office with efficient check-in
• Serves the Eastside and broader Upstate area

Services: full mouth implants, periodontal implants, same day implants, oral surgery implant placement

★★★★★4.9 (333 reviews)score 92/100

Dr. Jacob's team specializes in same-day full-mouth work for complex or high-anxiety cases, including patients in poor health, and reviewers describe the results as life-changing with surprisingly little post-op discomfort. Staff continuity stands out here: Matthew, Scarlett, and Chrissy are named often enough that patients describe them as friends rather than technicians.

• Same-day full-mouth restoration with fast recovery
• IV sedation for high-anxiety and medically complex patients
• Staged three-step implant process built to manage inflammation safely
• Consistent staff who know returning patients by name

Services: full mouth implants, periodontal implants, oral surgery implant placement, single tooth implants

★★★★★4.8 (355 reviews)score 90/100

Dr. Nickles gives out his personal cell and answers after hours, which is why patients from as far as North Carolina, some 150 miles out, keep coming back for complex extractions and wisdom tooth work. Crystal handles insurance upfront so costs are clear before treatment starts, and broken-tooth cases get worked into the schedule on short notice.

• Same-day emergency appointments, including after-hours contact
• Upfront, transparent insurance coordination
• Long-term patient relationships spanning years or decades
• Handles complex extractions other offices refer out

Watch out: A few reviewers flagged extraction pricing (one noted $500 per tooth) as higher than expected.

Services: full mouth implants, same day implants, oral surgery implant placement, single tooth implants

★★★★★5 (106 reviews)score 92/100

Dr. Charowski and Dr. Tomek have built a following among patients with a history of bad dental experiences elsewhere, taking two-hour appointments at an unhurried pace when anesthesia or anxiety makes that necessary. Multilingual staff and upfront cost explanations mean people drive 90 minutes to keep coming back, including for crowns that failed at other offices.

• Patient, unhurried approach with anxious or hard-to-numb patients
• Multilingual staff for diverse patient needs
• Track record fixing failed dental work from elsewhere
• Transparent billing and easy scheduling

Watch out: A smaller review base than the top few practices on this list, though the perfect 5.0 average is consistent across it.

Services: full mouth implants, periodontal implants, same day implants, oral surgery implant placement

★★★★★4.8 (313 reviews)score 88/100

This location runs three named surgeons, Dr. Wilson, Dr. King, and Dr. Moore, and handles everything from routine wisdom teeth to bone grafting and full-mouth reconstruction, drawing patients from six surrounding towns. Reviewers consistently call the experience stress-free once they're in the chair, with same-day slots for urgent cases and detailed follow-up instructions.

• Three experienced surgeons on staff
• Handles bone grafting and full-mouth reconstruction, not just extractions
• Same-day scheduling for urgent needs
• Thorough post-care instructions

Watch out: One reviewer described a dismissive, reportedly discriminatory phone interaction with front desk staff; this appears to be an isolated incident against an otherwise strong record.

Services: full mouth implants, periodontal implants, oral surgery implant placement, single tooth implants

★★★★★5 (79 reviews)score 90/100

Every review on file for Dr. Howlett's practice is five stars, and the sole-practitioner model shows in the details: he personally calls patients to check in after surgery, and staff greet people by name whether they're new or decades-long patients. A standout case involved emergency repair of a boy's knocked-out teeth; another involved rebuilding a patient's mouth after 68 years of poor dental history.

• Personal follow-up calls from Dr. Howlett after surgery
• Sedation options built for trauma and anxiety cases
• Staff remembers patients and families by name
• Consistently perfect review record

Watch out: A smaller review count than the larger multi-surgeon practices, simply reflecting the solo-practitioner scale.

Services: full mouth implants, oral surgery implant placement, single tooth implants, sedation dentistry

★★★★★4.8 (828 reviews)score 88/100

Dr. Howell's team handles wisdom teeth removal, jaw surgery, and reconstructive procedures out of an AAAHC-accredited surgical center, and reviewers describe being cared for from consultation through recovery, with follow-up phone calls that stand out. Most patients travel to Greenville specifically to see this team.

• AAAHC-accredited surgical center
• Dr. Howell's reputation for technical skill and compassion
• Responsive post-operative follow-up calls
• Handles complex reconstructive and jaw surgery cases

Watch out: A couple of reviewers noted slow billing after insurance was processed, and one raised an anesthesia management concern with a teen patient.

Services: full mouth implants, periodontal implants, oral surgery implant placement, single tooth implants

★★★★★4.7 (425 reviews)score 86/100

Dr. Simmons and his team run on time and explain costs and procedures clearly enough that families travel over an hour to see them, with several returning for repeat work and referring relatives. The one significant complaint, an implant that failed at five months with concerns about surgical support and follow-through, stands out precisely because it's an exception to an otherwise strong pattern.

• Appointments consistently run on time
• Clear upfront insurance and cost consultation
• Friendly staff and strong follow-up care
• Patients return for repeat procedures and referrals

Watch out: One reviewer reported an implant failure at five months with concerns about inexperienced surgical support and accountability.

Services: full mouth implants, periodontal implants, oral surgery implant placement, single tooth implants

★★★★★4.8 (247 reviews)score 87/100

Dr. Cherry gets consistent praise for a gentle touch even with nervous patients, and the practice offers same-day consultations for implant work, wisdom teeth, and bone grafting. Named staff like Nardine and Destiny come up often for patience, and the office itself is noted as clean and comfortable.

• Same-day consultation availability
• Gentle technique reviewers describe as pain-free
• Clean, comfortable facility with waiting amenities
• Named staff known for patience with anxious patients

Watch out: A small number of reviews describe rushed consultations and thin follow-up when post-surgery complications came up.

Services: full mouth implants, oral surgery implant placement, single tooth implants, sedation dentistry

★★★★★4.9 (637 reviews)score 84/100

Dr. Gill is board-certified and handles complex extractions and implant work with hospital connections for cases that need them, and most reviewers report smooth procedures with minimal pain and solid post-op care. The practice's high review volume (637) and strong rating reflect a broadly positive track record, though one recent billing dispute is worth knowing about going in.

• Board-certified surgeon with hospital connections
• Pain-free extractions and implant placement reported by most patients
• Fast post-op pharmacy coordination
• Handles complex surgical cases

Watch out: One patient was quoted $1,100 after insurance, then billed $2,561 six weeks later despite staff having verified coverage; ask for a written cost estimate up front.

Services: full mouth implants, periodontal implants, oral surgery implant placement, single tooth implants

★★★★☆4.3 (1047 reviews)score 83/100

This Aspen Dental location earns a warm reputation for taking time with patients who've neglected their teeth or feel nervous in the chair, with Dr. Horvath and hygienist Taylor named specifically for gentleness. Flexible payment plans and a large review base (over 1,000) point to a practice built for accessibility more than specialization.

• Flexible financing and payment plans
• Staff known by name for warmth and unhurried explanations
• Accommodating for patients returning after years away from dental care
• Cosmetic results patients report being proud of

Watch out: The overall rating (4.3) trails the dedicated oral surgery specialists on this list, consistent with a general-dentistry review mix.

Services: full mouth implants, oral surgery implant placement, single tooth implants, cosmetic implant dentistry

★★★★☆4.3 (1051 reviews)score 79/100

This Aspen Dental location handles walk-ins and emergencies with short waits and staff reviewers say put them at ease even mid-crisis. Explanations of treatment and scheduling get consistent praise, though a handful of reviews mention pricing surprises for patients without insurance.

• Short wait times, including for walk-ins
• Same-day emergency access
• Thorough treatment explanations
• Quick scheduling turnaround

Watch out: A few reviewers without insurance found quoted prices higher than expected, and a small number reported dismissive treatment during painful visits.

Services: full mouth implants, periodontal implants, oral surgery implant placement, single tooth implants

★★★★☆4.3 (102 reviews)score 72/100

Early visits here get strong marks: staff like James, Tina, and Chasity are named for compassion and a shame-free approach that leaves patients feeling hopeful. That said, several reviews describe the longer treatment path less favorably, with communication gaps and second visits needed to finish procedures, so it's worth going in with clear expectations about timeline.

• Board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons on staff
• Welcoming, low-pressure consultation experience
• Personalized treatment planning at intake

Watch out: Multiple reviews describe poor communication after the consultation stage, incomplete procedures requiring return visits, and long waits for denture or fit corrections.

Services: full mouth implants, periodontal implants, same day implants, single tooth implants

★★★★☆3.9 (63 reviews)score 66/100

Dr. Simmons has decades of repeat patients who describe pain-free extractions and implants with clear step-by-step explanations along the way. A vocal minority of recent reviews describe serious complications, including sinus perforation and implant failure, met with responses reviewers felt were defensive rather than corrective, which newer patients should weigh against the practice's longer track record.

• Long-standing reputation for pain-free extractions and implants
• Clear, step-by-step procedural communication
• Clean facility and professional staff
• Decades of experience with repeat patients

Watch out: A small but notable set of reviews describe serious surgical complications and an unprofessional response when things went wrong.

Services: full mouth implants, periodontal implants, oral surgery implant placement, single tooth implants