Compare 33 oral surgeons in Charleston, SC. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Oral Surgeons
100%
Accepting patients
52%
Most common: DMD
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Charleston is a healthcare city built around MUSC, the oldest medical school in the South and the state's only comprehensive academic medical center. Roper St. Francis provides the community hospital alternative, while Trident Medical Center handles the growing North Charleston and Summerville populations. MUSC's research engine and the city's biomedical startup ecosystem have made Charleston an increasingly serious player in health innovation.
Charleston has 33 oral surgeons. The most common credential is DMD (52%). 100% are currently accepting new patients. Practitioners see patients in neighborhoods including Downtown Charleston (South of Broad), Mount Pleasant (nearby), West Ashley, and King Street.
MUSC's campus sits on the peninsula in downtown Charleston, just north of Calhoun Street. Roper Hospital is also on the peninsula, while Bon Secours St. Francis and Trident Medical Center serve West Ashley, North Charleston, and the surrounding suburbs. Mount Pleasant, across the Cooper River, has its own cluster of outpatient practices and an MUSC satellite. The Ravenel Bridge connects the peninsula to Mount Pleasant, but rush-hour traffic makes that crossing unpredictable.
Nearby hospitals include MUSC Health University Medical Center, Roper St. Francis Hospital, and Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital. Local training programs run through Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and College of Charleston. MUSC is South Carolina's only comprehensive academic medical center and Level I trauma center.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina dominates the commercial market. South Carolina has not expanded Medicaid, so coverage gaps are wider here than in many states. For marketplace plans, BCBS, Ambetter, and Molina are the primary options. MUSC accepts most major insurance plans and serves as the region's largest Medicaid provider. 18% accept Medicare.
The initial consultation includes X-rays or a CT scan, a physical exam of your mouth and jaw, and a discussion of your surgical options and anesthesia choices. The surgeon will explain the procedure, recovery timeline, and any risks. Most office procedures use IV sedation, meaning you will be comfortable but not fully unconscious.
MUSC's College of Dental Medicine operates a teaching clinic with reduced-cost care. Private dental practices are concentrated on the peninsula, in Mount Pleasant, and along the Savannah Highway corridor in West Ashley.
You may need an oral surgeon for impacted wisdom teeth, teeth requiring surgical extraction, jaw misalignment causing functional problems, TMJ disorders that have not responded to other treatments, facial trauma or fractures, suspicious oral lesions requiring biopsy, or preparation for dental implants that need bone grafting.
Wisdom teeth (all four): $1,500-3,000 · Bone graft: $300-800 · Jaw surgery: $5,000-50,000+
Charleston's humidity and warm climate promote bacterial growth, and local dentists commonly address gum disease prevention. The city's well water in some suburban areas is not always fluoridated.
Wisdom teeth that are trapped beneath the gum or bone require surgical extraction. Oral surgeons perform these procedures regularly, often under IV sedation for comfort.
Oral surgeons place dental implant posts and perform bone grafts when the jaw does not have enough volume to support an implant. They handle complex cases involving multiple missing teeth.
Severe jaw misalignment that braces alone cannot correct may require surgery to reposition the upper or lower jaw. Oral surgeons work with orthodontists to plan and execute these procedures.
Broken jaws, cheekbones, and eye sockets from accidents or injuries require surgical repair. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons specialize in reconstructing facial bones and soft tissue.
Unusual lumps, sores, or lesions in the mouth that do not heal need evaluation. Oral surgeons perform biopsies to determine whether growths are benign or require further treatment.
Charleston, SC has 33 licensed oral surgeons. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of oral surgeons in Charleston, SC are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina is the largest carrier in the state. Medicaid in South Carolina has not been expanded, so the uninsured rate is higher than the national average. MUSC operates as the primary safety-net provider for the region. For marketplace plans, BCBS, Ambetter (Centene), and Molina are the main options.
Wisdom teeth removal (all four) typically costs $1,500 to $3,000 with IV sedation. Bone grafting runs $300 to $800. Jaw surgery ranges from $5,000 to $50,000 depending on complexity. Actual costs in Charleston, SC depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Oral surgery may be covered by dental insurance, medical insurance, or both. Jaw surgery for a medical condition often falls under medical insurance. Check both plans.
MUSC is the default for subspecialty and complex care, but Roper St. Francis offers a strong alternative for primary care and common procedures. North Charleston and Summerville residents often use Trident Medical Center to avoid peninsula traffic. Mount Pleasant has a growing number of satellite clinics from both MUSC and Roper.
DMD stands for Doctor of Dental Medicine and DDS stands for Doctor of Dental Surgery. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Charleston, SC, 52% hold the DMD credential and 36% hold DDS. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
18% of oral surgeons in Charleston, SC accept Medicare. Medicare may cover oral surgery when it is medically necessary, such as jaw fracture repair or tumor removal. Routine wisdom tooth removal is generally not covered by Medicare. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Yes. MUSC accepts both self-referrals and physician referrals for most departments. Some subspecialty clinics prefer a referral, but primary care, urgent care, and many specialty clinics allow direct scheduling.
Mount Pleasant has a growing number of outpatient practices, including MUSC and Roper satellite clinics, urgent care centers, and independent specialist offices. For inpatient care and complex procedures, you will likely need to cross the bridge to the peninsula.
Top accepted carriers in Charleston, SC include unitedhealthcare, qhp-26065, humana, qhp-87571, and qhp-44228.
Oral surgery may be covered by dental insurance, medical insurance, or both, depending on the reason for the procedure. Wisdom teeth removal is usually dental. Jaw surgery for a medical condition (like sleep apnea) or facial trauma often falls under medical insurance. Ask the surgeon's office to verify coverage with both your dental and medical plans.