Business Details
14 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Family Dentist in Mount Pleasant
At Craig Downer, DDS, we are dedicated to restoring and enhancing smiles through conservative, state-of-the-art dental care. Our practice combines personalized attention with advanced techniques to deliver long-lasting, beautiful results. With a focus on excellence, we offer comprehensive treatment planning, including restorative and cosmetic dentistry, while prioritizing patient comfort and education. Our team adheres to strict safety protocols, following guidelines from the ADA, OSHA, and CDC.We emphasize preventive care as the foundation of optimal oral health, ensuring thorough exams, cleanings, and patient education. Our commitment to continuous learning keeps us at the forefront of modern dentistry, allowing us to provide exceptional, tailored care that addresses both aesthetic and functional needs. Located in Mount Pleasant, we serve local families with a compassionate approach that builds trust and ensures a positive experience for every patient.
Services
Dental Implants
Porcelain Veneers
Family Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Restorative Treatments
Children's Dentistry
Root Canal Therapy
Teeth Whitening
Dental Crowns
Gum Disease Treatment
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized, age-appropriate dental care for all family members.
- Our team prioritizes preventive dentistry to protect long-term oral health.
- Dr. Downer maintains advanced continuing education in modern dental techniques.
- We emphasize patient education to support informed treatment decisions.
- Our compassionate approach ensures a relaxing experience for anxious patients.
What people say
Professional and friendly
Painless procedures
Welcoming atmosphere
Excellent communication
Consistent quality care
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent solutions for missing teeth through titanium posts that fuse with jawbone tissue. This treatment restores chewing function, prevents bone loss, and maintains facial structure. Ideal candidates require sufficient bone density and good oral health, with options available for single or multiple tooth replacements.
Porcelain Veneers
Custom-crafted porcelain shells cover tooth fronts to correct discoloration, chips, gaps, and misalignment. Veneers offer stain resistance and natural aesthetics while requiring minimal tooth preparation. The two-visit process includes tooth shaping and bonding for long-lasting smile transformations.
Family Dentistry
We provide age-specific dental care from childhood through senior years, including preventive exams, cleanings, and developmental monitoring. Our approach addresses unique needs across life stages while maintaining continuity of care for entire households in a welcoming environment.
Root Canal Therapy
This procedure saves infected teeth by removing damaged pulp tissue and sealing root canals. Modern techniques ensure comfortable treatment with high success rates, followed by protective crown placement to restore tooth functionality and prevent future complications.
Teeth Whitening
Professional whitening options include in-office Opalescence Boost sessions and take-home kits with custom trays. These treatments effectively address staining from food, beverages, and aging while minimizing sensitivity through controlled application of professional-grade bleaching agents.
People
Nicolle
Front Office Coordinator
With dental field experience since 2010, Nicolle manages office operations and insurance coordination. She creates welcoming first impressions while ensuring patients understand treatment costs and insurance coverage.
Kathy
Registered Dental Hygienist
A 32-year dental hygiene veteran, Kathy specializes in preventive care and patient education. She emphasizes personalized oral hygiene instruction to help patients maintain optimal dental health between visits.
Stephanie L
Registered Dental Hygienist
With 27 years of clinical experience, Stephanie focuses on comprehensive periodontal assessments and preventive treatments. She combines technical expertise with patient-centered education to promote long-term oral wellness.
Melissa
Dental Assistant
As a dental assistant with 20+ years of experience, Melissa supports clinical procedures while ensuring patient comfort. She coordinates treatment logistics and maintains strict infection control standards during all dental procedures.
Stephanie M
Registered Dental Hygienist
A 12-year dental hygiene professional, Stephanie combines gentle technique with thorough preventive care. She specializes in patient education about home care routines and periodontal maintenance strategies.
Questions
What dental services do you offer for children?
We provide comprehensive pediatric care including cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, and dental exams tailored to children starting at age two.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes, we prioritize emergency cases and make every effort to see patients promptly for urgent dental issues.
What cosmetic dentistry options are available?
We offer porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, dental implants, crowns, and Invisalign to enhance smile aesthetics and function.
How often should I schedule dental checkups?
We recommend biannual checkups and cleanings, though individual needs may require more frequent visits based on oral health status.
Are financing options available for dental treatments?
Yes, we offer financing solutions to help patients access necessary treatments with manageable payment plans.
What sets your practice apart from other dentists?
Our combination of advanced technology, personalized care, and emphasis on patient education creates a unique, patient-centered experience.
