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i came in for one reason to get job after graduation been going on two yrs feels like high school classes. Im a criminal Justice major and i like program except one huge thing it needs more hands traning so you prepared for the job once you graduate and not have move on for four degree and they need to have dorminties to live on i hardly see people on campus it almost empety they have two many campuses they need to have one and the paint falling off the school. I hoping i graduate and get job in but i feel unprepared to due the classes they made to if i knew this i would have gone out of state because these tech schools are scam been at midlands tech for my associates in arts degree if i was going for a different major i would be more thrild they have good health science program that gets job as soon as graduate due to the clinicals and broad certification test. some classes have been cancled to there harldy many students in eithermichael mcdaniel

The advisors are literally the worst I have seen. They are basically unaware of how to advise, impossible to reach, don't follow through, and give no recommendations on pre requisite classes. Now the health science department is even worse. The instructors pride themselves on a high failure percentage. They deviate from school policy and ALL Bio 210 and 211 professors are arrogant and unwilling to support your child. Stay away from the arrogant professors, AND they don't care about your future.AB Gentry

this technical college is the best technical college in south carolina, there was a problem with the workers at the edgefield campus, they lost my transcripts, and they tried to cancel my advisement appointment so they could meet their boyfriend in the parking lot, the students at the edgefield campus were rude, and trashy, they are not going to stop me from going there, the classes that you have to take are wonderful, the instructional methods are excellentJessica Taylor

I really like the flexibility of the online courses, the affordability and the variety of degree options they have. My advisors and teachers have been very great but communicating with the other staff at this school is very frustrating. The employees in the financial aid department are very rude and condescending and they hang up on you abruptly whenever they get frustrated with you. The registar’s office is by far the WORST. Very nasty employees in that department who talk down to you and treat you like a child. They seem to forget they work for a college, not an elementary school. One spent 10 minutes arguing on the phone with me just because I wanted my new advisor’s phone number and email. The “career counselors” offer no type of help or advice and they just tell you to “google it” whenever you have a basic question about a certain major. They are also very judgmental if you express a desire to finish with only an associates degree and not transfer to a 4 year, not considering not everyone has the financial means to do so. The call center employees are very disrespectful and seem like they want to find reasons to argue with callers. There are also huge issues with miscommunication at this school and everyone seems to have different answers about certain topics which causes a lot of errors. Certain departments are also not great about contacting back even after leaving numerous voicemails/emails. Overall I like the school itself but they need to either retrain the employees on basic respect and customer service or they need to hire new ones.Resident Anon

The teachers here are all outstanding and they make you feel like they want you to succeed. I have taken College Algebra, Biology and Spanish in the classroom and the instructors were all topnotch. There is also additional help available to students in the free math lab and writing centers as well as Spanish tutoring. The online classes are not that confusing but you do need to pay attention because sometimes you are required to take classes through third-party online textbooks via the access codes. The only problems I had were with transferring credits to the school and getting contradictory information from the financial aid office on one occasion. I do wish the school did a better job with advising students but I understand the logistics issues. Everyone at the hub is friendly and helpful! Use them they are a great resource. To all the people that left negative reviews, I would say "you get out what you put in". This is college and you get treated like an adult.Linda Brady

Mrs Jagal never cease to amaze me. I can’t count on her to get registered for the correct classes, motivation me, and share some knowledge on everyday life. She exceeds the title as an advisor and for that, I am forever grateful. She is authentic, sensible, and overall a down to earth amazing persons. She has been the perfect push I need to get my education I need to support my family. She approached. She is direct. She is Trident Tech. Thank you again Mrs. Jagal for Trident Tech the best part of my educational journey. The world needs a little bit of you everywhere. Continue to be, you!A Boss

I was informed that I'm not eligible to apply to the online MBA program because I don't meet the work experience requirements (I have over 6 years of work experience – just not managerial/professional). The business school is not even accredited by any of the 3 major business school accrediting agencies (ACBSP, AACSB, or IACBE), which is actually rare to find in a university as large as UC. Yes, they are a “member of ACBSP” but they are NOT accredited by this agency. Having any of these business accreditations assures students that its business programs are of high quality and adheres to standards based on latest research and business practices. AACSB is the gold standard that uses research as base on practice and accredits private and public universities like Harvard and many state universities. ACBSP/IACBE usually accredits insituitions that are either have created new business programs and are looking to be AACSB accredited or are lower ranking than AACSB acccredited ones and usually uses a occupational & hands on approach to learning. Without out said accreditation(s) the UC mba program actually ranks lower than many for profit business schools like University of Phoenix, Devry University, & Capella- who are all at least accredited by ACBSP, which should be looked at as the bare minimum for students looking into MBA programs.Josh Esc

The University of Charleston is a very academically rigorous, yet comprehensive educational institution. If you plan to go to college in West Virginia, I recommend this university.Paul Lee

A small private school with very positive attitude. The teachers genuinely care and the community of UC is extremely generous.Nimit Shah

Aiken Tech is the best school I have ever went to. Compared to Peru State(NE), & Suffolk Community College(NY).. The professors are great, very helpful. THEY want YOU to learn the material and pass. They are not there to TRY and flunk you. The president is very friendly and kind as well as the staff members. They really want to help you achieve your goals. The library is great, very nice atmosphere, and very resourceful. The school has an academic success center where they provide FREE tutoring!! How awesome is that! I also love how new the school looks compared to other schools. Brand new computers in the math lab. PS. Great Security, and Officers that patrol the school. They are always around. I appreciate their hard work to try and keep the school safe. -Shirley Schweitzersema enginsoy

Worth test center! I went there for CNA skills test. I was doing Bed pan procedure. Even I was doing wrong. I was trying to wipe it down. The lady snatched the paper towels out of me. That was rude. And another guy was doing blood pressure procedure. Machine was broken. But they didn't help him. So They failed him. That is so rude and unprofessional. We are paying money for the test! They need to fix the machine and treat people with some respect!Yurie Otani Watson

My siblings and I have attended this school. I'm currently obtaining my Pharmacy Technician degree. There were some times where my siblings had to retake classes because the school wouldn't accept them even though it was what the requirement really said. I have had a few bad instructors but most of the time I've had great teachers. I guess it really depends on the student. Overall it's a good school for someone trying to get an associates degree.Anastasia Pierce

I went to midlands tech for many years. I struggled through the nursing program (and associates in arts and associated in science programs) for years as a single mother of a child with disabilities who was also exiting a decade long abusive relationship. I walked on a broken foot for four months through Clinicals in order to make it, had a foot surgery, totaled cars, and 20+ hours a week of therapies for my son with disabilities. And still I made it to my LPN semester only to end up in the hospital the last week before finals. I was told that I could not have a medical drop as I had received one for my foot surgery and was forced to take test 3,4, and the final in the week following my visit to the hospital. My grade dropped from a 90 to a 79.4 and I was told that I’d have to repeat everything all over again. The ombudsman and the VP went to Mrs. Bannister and begged her to allow an exception based off of the healthcare related nature of my situation and she refused. This place ruined my life and left me with no way to support my child and no nursing career after I already had a job waiting for me on the surgical trauma floor at Richland. After everything I lived through and survived. I am still traumatized. This place will ruin your life. DO NOT ATTEND THIS COLLEGE! Edit: In addition to my previous post this school is taking it a step further and denying me the right to participate in graduation after everything I have been through due to me being locked out of my MTC email (PS who only sends email info on a school email? nothing in the mail?) and was unable to receive the notification in time and they are now refusing my participation in graduation. I wish I could let anyone at that school know what they've done to me, my family, and my life. I HATE THIS SCHOOL and I've never hated anyone or anything!Danielle D Jacobs

I am in the Computer Technology program and am supposed to be completing my last semester, however we are at midterm and I am now finding out I have 1 more class to take . This is particularly infuriating because not only did my advisor tell me how many courses i needed to take to graduate, but Financial aid department told me that the aid for the semester was awarded based on how many credit hours i needed to graduate (I am taking the classes that I was told and showed I needed). Overall, in my 2 years as a student, my opinion has always been that's it is very much a subpar school-regarding the staff as well as education quality. My first semester (my education foundation) I had 2 that didn’t care and literally booted you out of the classroom before class was over as they had other things to do. The computer advisors are extremely ill prepared to help anyone. They continuously have no idea what each class will teach you, do not know which classes you should take for any career path, and are usually new personnel each semester. I, like many other students here, have a family outside of school and do not have the means to be a student and unemployed for another semester. Also, they don't have ANY tutors for the computer department! This makes things VERY difficult. The teachers do what they can in their office hours, and I can name 3 or 4 that are worth calling a teacher/professor and actually care about the subject and students. They claim to help you find a job after, and boast they have company’s asking them for their graduates… however this is not easily accessed, nor are there plentiful opportunities once graduated. The level of education and subjects taught seem not to be in line at all with what is desired by companies.srnclb

Horrible, Horrible, Horrible experiences! I have attended multiple semesters here and each one is more of a dumpster fire than the last. I have never had such difficulty with anything in my life or dealt with such rude, spiteful, or plan MEAN faculty members. I have been told countless times to quit my job and focus only on school, please tell me how being the sole provider for my family that would work? Followed by the staffs refusal to talk with me about options when I refuse to quit my job and have to look for odd times to attend classes. This school has been a GIGANTIC regret and I have only ever dealt with about two people that actually cared and WANTED to help like a decent educator would. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME, MONEY, ENERGY or LIFE here.Dani

I have an extreme fear of dentist. I went to Advanced density for a consult to have some work done. Everyone in this office was extremely nice, friendly and very upbeat. They make you feel at ease right away. Toke the time to talk to my wife and I. The doctor answered any questions we had. They were all very compassionate and did pass any judgment. Asked what my expectations were and went over some options. They did not try and sale me anything. Have not had any work done yet but off first Impressions I would highly recommend Dr. Vinson and her team. I am truly looking forward to start working with this office. I believe it is well worth the 2 hour drive from Myrtle Beach.John Shorey

Work I had done was fine, but their schedule and trying to make an appointment was extremely annoying & frustrating. Their message about when they are closed…every other Friday, sometimes this or that??? So I would call and leave a message stating I could come in any time on a Friday and to just send me the day/time to come in. Then I would get a message back asking when I wanted to come in…and never any follow up. Never a reminder for cleanings or any follow up. I gave up and am going somewhere else I am super happy with.Paul McCarthy

Truly a great experience with all members of the staff at Advanced Dentistry. Their communication and respectful manner is greatly appreciated. I am confident in my Dental health being professionally and intellectually secure. Please, do your body and mind a kindness. Give them a call. Your Dental health is important. Sincerely, Mark ReedMark Reed

This is THE WORST school ever. I don’t even know where to begin. They lost my transcripts three times, certain advisors have NO idea what they’re talking about, if a class gets canceled for the semester they’ll wait a week before classes start to let you know. My boyfriend had a worse experience than I have. They put him in the wrong major for a whole year. But just a semester, A WHOLE year. He should’ve gotten his nursing degree back in February, but now he has 4 more semesters because these idiots don’t know what they’re doing. We both transferred to a college an hour away to get away from this place. Don’t waste your time and money in this school, it’s a joke. Their 9% graduation rate should tell you enough.Aubrey Evans

I love the advisers and have enjoyed my classes but the waiting period to get into programs is absolutely ridiculous. They claim to have done away with waiting list this past year, but it still takes 2-3 years to get into the “2 year” programs because they only accept like 20 people each year. The waiting list for Dental Hygiene is almost 8 years!!!! If I hadn’t of wasted 4 years here and taken so many classes. I would not be waiting to get into their program and deff would go somewhere else. Most LPN programs are around 16 months long to graduate, it takes 2 years just to GET IN to their LPN program.Stephanie

Before you attend this school make sure the career that you plan on pursuing has this school listed on their application because if it doesn't and you have to select Other your application will probably get overlooked for a hire. (Don't wait until you graduate to find this out) Also make sure that the career that your pursuing will hire you. The worst thing would be getting a degree and you can't get a job because companies wouldn't hire you because they want a more corporate look 😑and you basically have a degree you can't use and end up working at Amazon or UPS.XL

Clean cut at its best. Given the shenanigans going on at most college campuses today, it was nice to see respect and professionalism on display everywhere. No ragged and torn clothing, no Rand McNally maps running up and down arms (tattoos) no steel dangling from noses, no pants hanging half off butts, one could feel pride in America and hope for the future when touring this vast and beautiful campus. A quick tour showed this to be a non-nonsense, education first, institution. Having been in the military, it did not take me long to figure out that the "fast walkers" were freshmen. They stuck to their designated walkways, off the sidewalks for the most part, walking at a fast clip with a pronounced gait, and making sharp right turns at the corners. We would go back in a heartbeat and you should too when you start to lose faith in America. Different uniforms but it reminded me a lot of Annapolis. God bless the USA.Jack

“The Citadel” is the Pride of the South! We have quite a few family and friends that are graduates of The Citadel. My son will be graduating High School in 2023 so we took time this Summer to visit colleges with our first stop here. Our Admissions Officer, Josh Simons (also alumni) gave an excellent presentation. If you’re not serious or dedicated to higher education and pushing yourself mentally and physically to be your absolute best, this isn’t the school for you! If you’re a leader or want to be and you have honor, understand duty, respect others and authority then you may be a candidate. I have confidence and hope my son will choose to be a cadet. He’s an athlete which will only add to a positive four year experience for him.Simone

I am about to graduate from here and this was extremely difficult. You have to be mentally tough to get through this. I’m not sure why this university is not more widely recognized across the United States. I am from the North East and some people have not heard of it. However, the lessons I’ve learned here are invaluable.Matthew Jones

Patient Care takes back seat to employee schedule Within a week I experienced unavailable care due to employee work schedule. Let’s call 4:00 to 5:00 pm the Non responsive hour at MUSC radiology department and response team. On Tuesday 9/13/22 I was having blood drawn at the Rutledge tower for my annual physical. I apparently fasted too long ( about 16 hours) and I passed out while the blood was drawn. I recovered with the help of 3 phlebotomists with ice packs and forced air. I heArd them call the MUSC response team to come check on me. A few minutes later one of the tech says the response team is not coming because it is 4:30 . They went home. I had no medical personnel check me over before I left which made me anxious about my condition but I had no alternative according to the phlebotomists. They did an admirable job looking after me and should be recognized and not reprimanded. The leadership of the hospital should be held accountable for creating a time window of no responsive teams for patients and visitors welfare. Today , 9/15/22 I had an X-ray order from my primary care doctor to X-ray my left knee due to a suspected torn ligament. I called the radiology department to make sure there would be techs to take an X-ray up to 5:00 pm. I was verbally assured that I would be looked after in radiology and have the X-ray taken. I checked in a 4:15 in Radiology in the Rutledge tower and told I will have the X-ray taken at 4:30. A saved screenshot of my confirmation from the receptionist records my check in and 4:30 X-ray. The receptionist who checked me in came to me at 4:20 to tell me all the X-ray techs had left at 4:00 today. I was told to come back tomorrow. Today I had gotten off work to come and get the X-ray. It’s disappointing that a reputable hospital and it’s departments cannot schedule their staff to be available to serve the patients with their reported skills. These problems start at the top and should be addressed by leadership and made to be held accountable. This reminds me that”The customer is not always right, but is always very powerful.” I’ll be happy to help MUSC fix its scheduling problems and help it look after it’s patients.Bob Kerr

The lack of care and compassion shown to a Person, Former MUSC Employee and My Mother is astounding to me. My Mother was placed in Hospice care on a Friday night discharged being a fall hazard and she transported by ems who didn't have a wheelchair on board. We had to borrow our neighbor wheelchair at 11pm to get Mother in the house. Hospice didn't have time to have any equipment for her which made the weekend so difficult for her. Then the awful doctor Matthew Kolher made the comment while bring students in the room he said "they eat all those fatty foods" meaning black people as her looked at my Mother. I moved her out of his care and the Hollings Cancer Center. She only returned after being told it was easier to treat her since her doctors were at MUSC. I had so many questions when reached the end of life, I called him 3 times and he nor his off returned a call regarding his patient. I know that MUSC doesn't care about most people or the patient care it's Doctor's and staff sells but this is unacceptable and if you are ever faced with needing compassionate health care please research before selecting MUSC. The lack of interest when calling was even worse. I know she was nothing to you and insurance wasn't great but she was my Mother and she she did he best and deserved better care treatment and respect than what was given by MUSC, Dr. Matthew Kolher Oncologist. People love your family enough to research your hospital and the care they sell you.Baylee Jones

Horrible hospital!!!! The doctors may know what they're doing but outside of that, this hospital is horrible!!!! My dad was at this hospital after having surgery and no one came around for days to wash him up. He was complaining to me telling me he was uncomfortable because he hadn't been washed since his surgery. Four days of passing, and he hasn't been washed! When I asked the nurse if they could wash him, she had an attitude. It's crazy, we're the ones that should of had the attitude. She tell me when she or someone get a chance, but that chance didn't come until late that next day. I went to an office there at the hospital to file a complaint and they take my complaint but tell me it's nothing they can do. I was crying because there was nothing I could do at that point to help my dad. The lady in the office confirmed that she get a lot of those same complaints, and that I should call the NEWS and report it. When I went back to my dad's room I saw the nurse, and still crying I got into an argument with her, and instead of understanding how I was feeling she called security and asked them to exscort me off the floor. Anyway, I'm from up north and I always thought the people in the south were caring friendly people but I guess I was wrong, well not at this hospital anyway.Alfreda Jones

I brought daughter in for what I thought were routine fillings and Dr. Danielle Christine Detwiler pulled my baby’s tooth without my consent. She acted as if my baby screaming in pain was an inconvenience to her. I tried to stop it when i saw the look of terror in my poor baby’s face and realized what the dentist was doing but it was too late. I told her I never would have let her pull the tooth in that fashion had I known what she was doing. Dr. Detwiler had no emotional reaction or remorse only excuses. I will never return to this practice or any establishment that chooses to hire this sadistic dentist. Danielle is an awful human being and I cannot imagine how she could subject any child to such brutal treatment and feel nothing. My daughter and I will be forever traumatized by what happened there today. I cried for several hours because I failed my daughter by letting Dr. Detwiler treat her. I am in the process of filling a formal complaint against her dental license with the state and seeing a lawyer. I do not want any child to have to experience what my daughter went through. It felt like a scene straight out of Little Shop of Horrors. She needs to be held accountable for her actions.Stephanie Gregowicz

We had a pretty fair dental visit with my son. The receptionists at the office were amazing coming in and out of the office, the dental assistants were also super nice and we’re also understanding when I was explaining that my son had a developmental delay so they could make accommodations for him. However, towards the end of our visit when it was time for the dentist to go over the tooth report I felt as if she was asking me basically the same thing in different phrases which made me feel like she didn’t believe what I was saying. It made me feel extremely uncomfortable and disrespected as a parent as if I was lying about what I had to say. Overall it was good, but it made our visit unpleasant.Makayla Carver

The dentist Ashley K, was extremely rude and also condescending. I was told by her more than once that there are 3 options for handling a cavity in my daughter’s teeth and the that first option was to do nothing. I was floored that doing absolutely nothing was considered by a dentist in a professional setting as an actual option. The negativity needs to be omitted when handling concerned parents. It’s unnecessary and it made the visit uncomfortable for myself and my children. The wait time was also over an hour long. The staff past the front desk was more concerned about what we were wearing. Unprofessional.Diamond

Great facility and great people. Check-in was super easy, no wait time, and super friendly assistants and dentist. I had the most thorough checkup I’ve had in years and I go regularly every 6 months. I had to bring my 7month old son with me and he was welcomed so warmly! I was never made to feel like he was an inconvenience or nuisance. (Would not recommend doing that – but I love my teeth cleanings and hate to miss them!) So glad I made the switch and I would absolutely recommend this practice!April Henry

I couldn't ask for anything better. This practice is the best. Dr. Patel, Abigail and a very nice receptionist upfront which I forgot her name are very professional. They have the whole nine yards covered. River Landing Dentistry in Summerville is now my family's dentist. I would definitely recommend RLD to my relatives, friends, neighbors and everyone. Thank you Dr. Patel and staff for taking care of my family's teeth.Sheilla Button

I've git to say that I wasn't as nervous at River Landing as I have been at other dentist offices. I'm "one of the few" that HATE going to the dentist and have been known to skip cleanings because if this. Everyone put me at ease, the appointment went fast and I can feel my individual teeth again! Thank you all!Betty Palmer

I've been in and out of dental offices my whole life and have never had such a comfortable, fast, and high-tech experience in a dental office…ever! No long periods of waiting for the crowns to come back from a lab, there was very little discomfort, and best of all a perfect fit. Also, for me, there was no breaking in these new babies. As soon as Dr. Fingar & his staff worked their magic with them, they felt great – like they were my original, real teeth. The office staff, the hygenist, the technicians, and Dr. Fingar himself, I am totally amazed by this experience and very grateful for having found such a high-tech and caring group of dental professionals!Terry Stone

I live in Charleston, SC. After having visited dentists in the area, and not being extremely pleased with the experiences, I tried Dr. Walt Fingar. From setting the appointment to the end of the visit, I was extremely impressed. The professionalism shown by ALL the personnel, coupled with the genuinely caring encounters with the staff, are what I encounter every visit. In addition, Dr. Fingar is the best dentist I have every seen. His technique took the fear out of my sitting in the chair. His personality and expertise in the field of dentistry are top notch. For these reasons, Dr. Walt Fingar and We Care Family Dentistry are worth the drive!Kevin Bennett

I have been going to We Care dentistry for more than 3 years. I feel lucky to have found such a wonderful dental practice. The dental hygienists are all friendly and skilled. They always ask about my personal dental care practice at home and impart education regarding my specific needs. Both dentists, Dr. Fingar and Dr. Wooster, are wonderful as well. They follow state of the art practices and take their time with their exams. The office staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The office is easily accessible for older patients and always clean and bright. Could not be happier with my care. Love my dentists!Anita Coon

I cannot say enough good things about Kids Teeth. Our first experience was after a dental trauma and they were very gentle with a scared little girl that night and reassuring with a scared parent. I ended up switching our routine care for both kids to this office after such a good impression and our routine check up was just as great. They are wonderful with young kids, very patient and gentle, and I love the health reminders about diet (less sugar!) in the office. Highly recommend!Jessica Lee

Both of my children, ages 7 and 3 absolutely love going to Kids Teeth. Everyone does a great job with making you feel welcome and also making sure that the kids are comfortable. My children always look forward to and enjoy their visits. I would recommend Kids Teeth to anyone looking for a great pediatric dentist office! Thank you Dr. Mike, Dr. Will and staff!Clarissa Jackson

Dr Mike and our dental hygienist, Kay, were nothing short of fantastic. We just switched to Kids Teeth after a poor experience at another dentist. Everyone at Kids Teeth immediately set my daughter at ease, and made going to the dentist a fun, interesting experience. My daughter is now asking to back every month! Big thanks to the whole crew!Alice Keeney

Dr. Kusek has taken such good care of my whole family. The office runs smoothly and efficiently and everyone there is welcoming and friendly. Dr. Kusek has handled routine care but also a few pretty complicated situations with solid competence, attention to detail, real concern for our needs, careful listening, and great results. We’re very glad to have him as our dentist!Martha Perkerson

Dr. Kusek and his staff are GREAT! From the minute I walked in, I felt welcome and my 6mo cleanings have been quick, efficient, and pleasant! Meghan does and excellent and thorough job and is a pleasure to talk with – fun and down-to-earth! My experience with CHS Dental has been very positive and I appreciate the whole team and they services they provide!Amy Starman

An overall fantastic dental experience! Great staff, super clean facilities, the latest of technology and a great dentist, Dr. Kusek, that takes the time to explain your procedures! Their hygienist was excellent and was attentive to detail and accommodated all of my requests! So glad to have found a dentist that is equipped, skilled and professional!!Lee Dittrich

This place is the best!! We just moved back to the area and we're so happy to find a place right in the neighborhood that was small, locally owned, and family friendly ! We took her son to a pediatric dentist in the area who got very good reviews, however the experience was horrible. The previous dentist office was very forceful and was okay with having our son scream and cry so they can see inside of his mouth. Being a pediatric occupational therapist, I know how important it is to build positive experiences with new situations to build confidence in children. Three Trees Dental did just that! When I went in for my appointment I shared with them our experience with the pediatric dentist and they had an awesome suggestion to have him come in at the end of his dad's appointment so that he can watch, ask questions, and build confidence watching Daddy get his teeth. This strategy worked wonders:) they take the cues from the child and made a positive experience for him, which is huge! The dentist has seven children himself:) so if you are looking for a practice that can see the whole family and is patient and kind when working with children look no further!Tracy Najarian

Dr. Gardner runs a fantastic family dental practice, and I have been seeing him for about a year. This is not one of those practices where they process you like a machine. They are very personable, and you will know Dr. G well by the time you see him a couple times. They do not try to do unnecessary things to produce more profit. I've been to dentists who find anything they can to run up the bill, but Dr. G is not one of those people. He comes across as VERY sharp and personable. His father ran the practice before him. I am very happy with him and his staff. Five stars!Mike Ladd

One of the best dental teams we’ve had in our lifetime! When I say team… it’s all of them! They are SO friendly and they actually listen to you. Not just your regular dental appointment, it’s like family. They take care of you and they enjoy it. My husband and I and our three kids all go there and we are truly lucky to have found them. Thank you to the Three Trees Dental team!Christina Luis

Very shady business, save your coins !!! Went to have all four of my wisdom teeth pulled so I could get my braces on after I healed . They couldn’t get all four for some reason, so they only removed three . Went to my appointment & was told they left a small portion of a tooth sitting in the back of my mouth that needs to be pulled before it starts causing problems to my other teeth . They’re trying to bill me for almost $300, but they make you pay the difference insurance doesn’t pay after your procedure is done . Not to mention 3 other family members that also used them are now having issues with them as well . Not worth itKokoo KD

Never thought I’d ever say this, but I love going to the dentist! I drive all the way from Sullivan’s Island to see Dr. G and his staff, because they are the absolute best. Think about the number of razzmatazz east cooper dental practices I have to drive past on my way to get here- I’ll choose unrivaled expertise and genuine compassion over a complimentary paraffin hand wax every time. Dr. G is the first dentist I’ve ever been loyal to since I was a kid- He and his staff are lovely people and they’ve earned my trust.Elizabeth Raub

I was refer here by a friend of mine at DPW and I’m glad I went! Customer satisfaction is top priority from your initial call and it gets better as you walk through the door! My hygienist Jen does a phenomenal job and keeps you entertained during the whole experience! Dr G doesn’t waste anytime and bombard you with things you don’t need.. In this day an age it’s really nice to experience great customer service, quick turnaround and leaving with a smile on your face!Marty Baker Jr

I just moved to Mount Pleasant, SC and finding dentist was at random hoping you find someone good by word of mouth (no pun intended) or online reviews. I chose Smiling Oak Dentistry from the outstanding reviews they received and they did not disappoint, which is why I’m here doing my part. They were very easy to schedule with and very accommodating. My first impression of the office was very clean and tidy with a staff that is welcoming and professional. I haven’t been to the dentist in too long and my visit honestly makes me want to go back more than I probably have to. I had to have a major cavity filled and the session was so easy and painless. Shout out to Kaitlyn and Dr. Detwiler who did such an amazing job not only in the superb work but keeping me comfortable and at ease. If you are looking for a kind, professional and talented Dentist office….Smiling Oak Dentistry is the place to be.Alex Welk

Hi everyone Dr Gardner is simply the best! I have been a patient of his in the past but today I had a pretty bad dental emergency and they literally got me in the same afternoon the emergency happened to me. Once I got in the chair he got right to work in his usual caring and careful way and figured everything out. Dr Gardner was able to restore my smile and bite to its original condition pre-emergency and I could not thank Dr Gardner and his staff enough they are simply the best!Jerry M

We both had appts with Dr Gardner this week. We are blessed to have him and his dental practice here in Mt Pleasant! We actually ENJOY our appts….. the entire staff is friendly, efficient and welcoming. All the dental staff are professional and nice. Dr Gardner is a gem…he has been our dentist for more than 20 years. He’s professional, highly skilled, explains options clearly and could put even the most anxious dental patient at ease.Lydia

I just helped my daughter move to Charleston and while there, I broke off part of a crown. I called River Landing on Thursday, after reading the reviews, and they saw me the very next day. Their administration is the best I've seen and I'm 68 years old so I've seen quite a few. Within 15 minutes, they saw me, and determined l need a new crown (I have to go home so couldn't allow them to replace it due to time constraints). They billed my insurance company so I had zero put-of-pocket. The ONLY way they could improve is if they opened an office in Atlanta where I live. 5 stars doesn't do them justice!Robert Winn

I have been looking for a Dentist office that I can be comfortable at & I have finally found it at River Landing! Dr. Stokes took good care of me on both of my visits & explained everything that she was doing before hand which settled me tremendously as I always get nervous at the dentists office. The dental assistant that cleaned my teeth at the Nexton location was outstanding to work with (fellow believer btw), but her name escapes me, I'm sorry! Thank you all for making my fears of the dentist office non-existent anymore! Good job River Landing 😃By the Blood of Jesus

I was visiting from out of town and had a terrible issue. I called at 5:20pm and they asked if I could be there at 6pm… unbelievable. I thought I would have to go through the night in unbearable pain. They were all awesome and so kind and provided the relief i needed . I’m staying through the weekend and going back to a follow up on Monday. If I lived here they would definitely be my choice for my family’s dentistGina Martin

My amazing relationship with Dr. Tatum started with my need for gum sculpting. Having had a “gummy” smile my whole existence ,it was life changing when she perfectly sculpted my gums to give me a bigger smile. Then after many great cleanings and conversations I found out she did Botox too! I have never been to someone who not only understands exactly what your face needs, she also explains what it is technically and why it will help. That to me means not only is she a science driven Dr., who cares about education but that she is also an artist. I can’t say enough good things about the atmosphere and the people who work there. Thanks y’all for being awesome!Hailey Nagel

Tatum Dentistry is by far the best dentist in Charleston! Each visit feels like you’re visiting an old friend or relative. Every member of the team works so hard to make sure each experience is smooth sailing! They take such great care of each and every patient and make sure to go above and beyond to meet your needs and guide you through your dental journey. 5 stars isn’t a high enough rating! I truly give Tatum Dentistry my highest recommendation!Emily Wingfield

Visited Charleston recently and had to have some emergency work done last minute on a Saturday called first thing in the morning and Dr. Granger and Taylor did a phenomenal job with making sure I was taken care of. Not only did they fix my issue but they went above and beyond to make sure my needs were met before a quick deadline. Very happy with the experience I had! Thanks again to Dr. Granger and Taylor 110% recommend!Eric Morris

This is not a good place to go and receive dental care. My daughter and I both had cleanings last week. I myself need a deep cleaning. The dentist only clean a couple of my front teeth and then say she was done. Two weeks later when I visited Smile at Goose Creek, for teeth whitening [THEY WERE VERY PROFESSIONAL and their reviews are 5 star across the board ] when receiving my x-ray the Doctor at Smile at Goose Creek told me from the looks of my x-ray. Whomever did my deep cleaning missed some areas in my mouth. In Which I need a deep cleaning in order to clear away the infection in my gums or I would start losing bone in my teeth. Smile on dental never told me I had an affection in my gums. My throat and jaw started to swell days later. I visited Roper ER and was prescribed antibiotics to clear up the infection. Smile on Dental are aware of my heart condition and They neglected to tell me about the affection that could have been life threatening. Ps I am still waiting for $168 refund for my daughter's extraction that they never preformed. My daughters precdure was done 12/13/21 I which she had 3 teeth extracted. They didn't extract the 4th tooth. today is 12/27/21 and Megan still haven't returned my phone call regarding my refund and it's been a week now. Worst dentist office everAlbertine McCord

Everyone was great and doc was super informative but I was under the impression that I was going to have a routine check up cleaning X-rays fillings etc. well I was just put into a room and waited 30 min for one X-ray (on my problem tooth) and an additional 45 to see the doctor then I thought I was going to have my teeth cleaned and my other teeth checked for cavities, well I was taken straight to the front given prescriptions and then when I asked the front counter woman if I’m supposed to do anything she asked if I wanted to set my appointment for my cleaning and I said yeah! Thinking ‘okay so I come in for my actual cleaning next time because it took so long today!’ Well I get the appointment card and it was for 10-12-21 confused I told her she set the appointment for today not realizing it was for a year later, she pointed out that it was for next year. Tired of being there and needing to get home because I had a babysitter I said ‘oh! Okay have a nice day!’ And left. Im a little disappointed because I have medicaid and am unable to afford to go to a dentist again because I’m only covers for my yearly cleanings 🙁Diana Watson

Every time my kids go to their appointments, the wait to be seen takes very long. We have waited for at least 30 minutes or more past their appointment times to be called to the back. We also continue to sit and wait for the Dentist for extended periods of time after the kids have had their cleanings. My kids have been coming here for years but since the change in staff, things don’t seem to run as smoothly as before. The staff is very friendly but I will be switching my kids dentist because going there is more of an inconvenience than anything.Kartika Brown