In South Carolina, there are about 2,288 dentists practicing in the state. These dentists practice in various specialties including periodontics, orthodontics, general dentistry, and cosmetic dentistry. Based on the state’s population, there is one dentist for every 1,926 people in South Carolina. These numbers are fewer than the national average of one dentist for every 1,650 residents. The South Carolina Dental Association is home to many dentists practicing dentistry within the state. They are well-trained and experienced in techniques that offer residents top care in oral and cosmetic dentistry.