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4 Frequently Asked Questions About Invisalign

While many find Invisalign to be more convenient than traditional braces, using this type of treatment still requires a commitment of your time and money.

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What Are Supernumerary Teeth?

When you get your teeth corrected with braces or Invisalign, you may end up running into some issues if you have supernumerary teeth. However, this

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How to Keep Your Teeth Stain-Free with Braces

You’re no doubt looking forward to getting your braces removed so you can take a good look at your bright, straight smile. While this is

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Should I Do a Virtual Consult with an Orthodontist?

by Dr. Vivek Patel Many orthodontic patients feel a bit anxious about starting orthodontic treatment. But once you get the ball rolling, we’re confident you’ll

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What Is Orthognathic Surgery?

When it’s time to fix issues with your jaw and teeth and get your new smile, you’ll want to set up an appointment with your

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How to Avoid Sugar Bugs with Braces

Look out! It’s the sugar bugs! Okay, the name doesn’t exactly spark fear like “murder hornets” does, but sugar bugs in teeth are definitely something

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Our 5-Star Experience

There is nothing that warms our hearts more than hearing from patients who have had a great experience at our office. Check out what our patients are saying about us!

Aliaah J.

My experience here was AWESOME ‼️ Staff is really nice and braces are definitely affordable !

Response from the owner:We are so happy to hear that you had a great experience! We loved having you!

Lashawna B.

It was a great experience from the moment we walked in and interacted with the front desk to the staff that assisted us. And most importantly, the doctor was very professional and thorough in explaining his recommendations as well as why he recommended what he did.

Response from the owner:Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're thrilled to hear that our team made a positive impression from the start and that the doctor provided clear and thorough explanations. Your feedback inspires us to continue delivering exceptional care. We appreciate your support!

Sheena N.

Loved my entire experience all the staff and provider was very kind, informative and professional! Results were good improvement .....would recommend!

Response from the owner:Thank you for sharing! We're so happy to hear that our team made a positive impact and that you saw good results. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to continuing to provide you with excellent care!

Tori S.

10/10 would absolutely come here again if I ever needed to! Everyone is so sweet & professional. Any question, concern or problem I had throughout my treatment were addressed promptly & efficiently. I don’t think I could have chose a better company for my treatment! Amazing experience to say the least

Response from the owner:We have loved having you as a patient Tori! Although your braces journey is coming to an end soon, we hope to see your smiling face again soon. We are so grateful for your confidence in our office!

Chelsea B.

Awesome experience at Charleston Ortho. Ms. Laurie(Llama) and Dr. Patel were amazing. I had to bring my son with me and he stole the show. I’m on day to of my braces and barely any pain. 10/10

Response from the owner:We loved having you both! Bring him anytime :) We are also so happy to hear that you are acclimating to the braces so well! See you soon!

Angelica C.

I love coming to this place because they make me feel comfortable and the people that work at the orthodontics are really nice there. I love coming there

Response from the owner:We love having you here Angelica! Knowing that our patients feel comfortable and enjoy coming to their appointments makes our day!

Fire S.

I recommend this to anyone who need orthodontist care. They were very thorough. The process was quick. No long wait, friendly and respectful Team.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the great review! We're really glad to hear you had a smooth and positive experience with us. It means a lot that you’d recommend us—and we’ll keep working hard to make sure every visit feels just as friendly and easy. Hope to see you again soon!

Benita N.

Halfway through my orthodontic journey. The staff and specialists at Charleston Orthodontics are great. They keep me informed of my progress and are always available to answer any questions i have regarding my treatment. If you’re looking for an orthodontic practice, give Charleston Orthodontics a call. You’ll be glad you did.

Response from the owner:Thank you for choosing our office Benita!

william R.

Super friendly and efficient! I had an emergency and needed a replacement retainer! The entire staff from start to finish were professional and compassionate!

Response from the owner:We are so happy that we were able to help out, William!

Lee L.

Can’t say it enough I LOVEEEEEEE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS PLACE FROM THE ORTHODONTIST DR. Patel & all of the specialist including front desk❤️❤️❤️

Response from the owner:We LOVEEEE everything about having you as a patient!! Thank you so much for the review!! ❤️

Jennifer W.

Wonderful experience! Waiting time for anything, scheduling and cost, can’t beat it anywhere else. Staff is always pleasant and Dr. Patel is brilliant! I have enjoyed the service and will have my family do service in the future. My treatment came out beautifully!

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review! Dr. Patel and our entire team truly appreciate your trust and are so happy you're pleased with your results. We’re honored to care for you and your family, and we look forward to seeing you again in the future!

Derron D.

I’ve been a patient at Charleston Orthodontics for the past three years while receiving braces, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience. The staff is incredibly friendly and always made me feel welcome at every visit. The office is spotless and well-maintained, which made each appointment comfortable. I also really appreciated that the payment plans were reasonable and manageable. Overall, I highly recommend Charleston Orthodontic to anyone looking for quality orthodontic care!

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words and for being a patient with us for the past three years! We’re happy to hear that you’ve had such a positive experience with our team and that our office, care, and payment plans met your expectations. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we’re so happy we could be a part of your orthodontic journey. We look forward to continuing to provide you with excellent care!

Dhaja M.

Hands down best service I’ve received from a business in years! Everyone front the receptionist to coordinators to Dr was very friendly! I walked in for consult and was able to start my braces the same day. I was offered affordable payment plans or the options to pay out right with an amazing discount.
Very pleased.

Response from the owner:Wow, thank you so much for your amazing feedback! We’re so happy to hear that you had such a positive experience with our team! We're thrilled that we could get you started with your braces right away, and we’re glad you found our payment options helpful. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to continuing to provide you with the best service possible!

Yemani N.

I absolutely love them 🥰this is my second time back and treatment but my first time at the Summerville location and they are great .BEST!!!! Highly recommended

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words! We love to hear that you had such a great experience with us! We truly appreciate your continued trust and support. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! 🥰

linda H.

They are all so kind. I am a senior and they all went out of there way to make me feel comfortable. Dr. Patel and his staff are excellent...

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Dr. Patel and our team made you feel comfortable and cared for. It means a lot to us to know that we were able to meet your expectations.

cali R.

I was referred to Charleston Orthodontics from Summerville Pediatric Dentistry. My son been going there for about 3 years now and I trust their judgement. Our first day we went in the welcome was top tier. I got all my questions answered and information I had concerns about from my last orthodontics experience. The office was cleaned and very neat. All the staff are professional I'm glad we were referred to this office.

Response from the owner:We are thrilled that we met your expectations! We love working with our SPD families as well!

Ann W.

Yesterday (2-25-25) was my first time going to Charleston orthodontics the staff team was very friendly I went there for my Invisalign they explain everything to me I'm glad I went to them the prices is affordable they also have a payment plan also.

Response from the owner:Thank you for leaving us a review Ann! We look forward to creating more 5-star experiences with you!

AL A.

The team is very nice and professional. They addressed my concerns, I am very pleased with my care.

Response from the owner:We are so happy to hear that you are pleased with your care Al!

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