Smiles for a Lifetime

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Dental Clinic in Dillon, SC

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About

Smiles for a Lifetime, part of the Welvista organization, is a school-based dental program providing comprehensive and accessible dental care to students in rural South Carolina, including Dillon. They offer services from preventive care to restorative treatments, focusing on promoting lifelong healthy oral hygiene habits for children and adolescents, often at no cost.

Hours

Monday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

Quick Info

Address

1730 US-301, Dillon, SC 29536

Phone

(843) 774-6200

Detailed Introduction

Smiles for a Lifetime is a dedicated school-based dental program operated by Welvista, a non-profit organization committed to improving healthcare access. Specifically in Dillon, SC, the program provides comprehensive dental care to students in grades K4-12 within the Dillon School District Four and other rural communities across South Carolina. The program aims to ensure that children and adolescents receive high-quality dental services, overcoming barriers like location and cost. Their services encompass a wide range of general dentistry, including dental cleanings and exams, fluoride treatments, sealants, fillings, extractions, and stainless steel crowns. A key component of their approach is also oral hygiene education, empowering students with the knowledge and skills for lifelong healthy habits. The dental centers are conveniently located on school grounds, and they even offer transportation to and from appointments for intown schools, further enhancing accessibility for families. Smiles for a Lifetime accepts private insurance and Medicaid, and for students who have neither, services are provided at no cost to the parents, highlighting their commitment to equitable access to dental care. The program's team consists of compassionate and professional dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants. Dr. Jon Wimer, DMD, is associated with their Dillon location. Testimonials from patients and school staff frequently praise the program for its friendly and caring approach, its positive impact on children's dental health, and the overall convenience and quality of care provided.

Patient Reviews

1.0 out of 5
Heidi Munn

Heidi Munn

They did fillings on my daughter and it looks horrible ... Now I get to find a dentist to fix it.

September 10, 2016

Russell Ward

Russell Ward

They perform procedures on your children without first contacting parents or guardians and send the children back to school uncomfortably to try and learn.

March 27, 2019

Grace Caulder

Grace Caulder

My son came home from school with a sticker saying that his mouth is numb and I asked him. Did they do anything to his mouth he said his tooth hurts to eat and he said that they put something in his tooth! FYI I just checked his teeth that morning because I knew he had a dentist appointment and was told it was just a “cleaning” to find out that they put a A silver feeling in his tooth without my consent or without even discussing it with me then sent him back to school right after! I am beyond pissed about it I just looked in his mouth that morning because I helped him brush his teeth and there was no cavities in sight so why did they put a fill-in in his back tooth without my consent or without my knowledge? He will NEVER! go back there again!! Ps he’s in kindergarten! Only 5! I should get in touch with a lawyer because I don’t believe you can do that without discussing it with his parents first! Plus when I did hear from them they said it was “just a cleaning”! If you want to read more, he originally had an appointment that was 2weeks right after his surgery” and I told them he just had surgery and they still took him to the dentist and the dentist called me after looking in his mouth and said they won’t see him because he had surgery and it needs to be 4 weeks post op before they can see him and I said to them I already told y’all he just had surgery.

He didn’t need to go to the dentist and they said that they’ll see him in two weeks from then for a “cleaning. ” “Not a filling!” They didn’t call me or anything I had to find out by myself!!! This makes me sick that they’ll do this to a 5year old and not discuss one thing with the parents!

April 22, 2025

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Smiles for a Lifetime

1730 US-301, Dillon, SC 29536

Contact Information

Address

1730 US-301, Dillon, SC 29536

Phone

(843) 774-6200

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