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4539 Highway 17 Bypass, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
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Smile Again With Help From a Restorative Dentist in Murrells Inlet

Stats Image About 9 out of 10 adults in the U.S. have cavities. Source.
Even with regular dental exams and care, it’s tough to get through life without some dental damage. Fortunately, your Murrells Inlet restorative dentist, Dr. John Miller, has over three decades of experience repairing damaged smiles. He can fix problems like broken teeth, decayed teeth, and even missing teeth. Trust us for your dental repair, and we can help you:

  • Smile with confidence again
  • Eat a wider variety of delicious and nutritious foods
  • Look younger, healthier, and more successful
  • Improve your overall oral health

Call The Smile Center today to find out more about our restorative dentistry services: 843-491-5353. Our office is conveniently located at 4539 Hwy. 17 Bypass S. – next to Murrells Inlet Presbyterian Church. Don’t forget to ask about saving on your care with our in-house membership plan.

Fix Damaged Teeth & Improve Your Smile

As with any of our dental services, we’ll take your smile goals, your lifestyle, and your budget into account when we create a plan to restore your teeth. You’ll also benefit from our modern technology, such as our digital imaging, rotary endodontics for comfortable root canals, and handheld technology called DIAGNOdent to find cavities in their earliest stages. If you are interested in implants, we will take images of your jaw using our 3-D CT scanner to help plan the best solution.

We’ll repair and restore your smile with dental restorations such as:

  • Tooth-Colored Fillings – Your dentist will clean out the decay and use sturdy tooth-colored fillings to repair cavities. In some cases, he can use air abrasion technology to remove the decay without anesthesia or drilling.
  • Root Canals – If dental decay has reached the center of your tooth, a root canal will be needed. Once the tooth is cleaned out, Dr. Miller will use the Thermafil technique to fill the canals of your tooth. He will then protect your tooth with a crown.
  • Dental Crowns – If your cavity is too large for a filling, we’ll remove the decayed portion and place a dental crown on top of your tooth. Crowns can repair broken and cracked teeth too. We can also pair a crown with an implant to replace a single tooth.
  • Dental Bridges – If you have one or several missing teeth in a row, a dental bridge can complete your smile. We can pair it with implants for a stronger bite.
  • Dentures – If you have an entire arch of teeth that needs replacing, we have dentures options. You can choose full or partial dentures. Your dentist can also secure your new teeth to implants for better oral function. Unlike standard dentures, implant dentures also prevent bone loss in your jaw.

We’ll make sure you have all the information you need to make the right choice, and we’ll never push a solution on you.

Stay Comfortable During Restorative Treatment

It’s normal to sometimes feel nervous about dental treatment. To ease your anxiety, we provide:

  • Local Anesthesia – We numb your mouth using a computerized system called The Wand®. It precisely administers your anesthesia, eliminating the initial sting and residual numbness following your procedure. No more waiting hours before you can feel your face!
  • Sedation – To ease your nerves, choose inhaled sedation with laughing gas or oral sedation in pill form. Either will calm your nerves and help you get the dental care your smile needs to look its best.
  • Comforting Amenities – We also give you the comforts of home to help you relax. You can cozy up with a warm blanket or soft pillow. You can also block out sights and sounds with our TV and headphones.

Improve your smile with help from a longtime Murrells Inlet restorative dentist! Call us today at 843-491-5353 to schedule an appointment. You can also schedule online.

Read Why Our Patients Love Us

“I cannot say enough positive words to describe my experience at The Smile Center. First, Crystal at the reception desk, welcomes every one who enters the door with a big happy greeting. The hygienist is so professional and puts you at ease immediately. She is friendly and takes her time to ensure the x-rays are done clearly. She explains what she is doing and any concerns she sees with the …” Read More – Debby Dang
“I recently moved to South Carolina and after only 1 week here, I broke my front tooth. Not knowing anyone to ask for a dentist referral, I googled to find a well rated dentist. I came upon Dr Miller at the Smile Center, and could not be happier with the great experience I have had there. After breaking my tooth, I called and spoke to Crystal, who was so kind …” Read More – Leana Krause
“I needed to see a dentist for emergency situation. My friend had recommended Dr. John Miller at the Smile Center. I called and the receptionist, Crystal was so professional and customer driven in how she handled my crisis. She did everything in a timely manner. Dr. Miller was so kind to get me into his office today. I’ve never been so happy and satisfied with my experience dealing with the …” Read More – Tuoc Dang
“No one enjoys having to go to the dentist, myself included. Each time I have gone to The Smile Center to have anything more than cleaning my teeth done, I get anxious and nervous even though I know the staff and Dr Miller do everything possible to make the visit pain-free to me. The ladies are kind and attentive and Dr Miller explains what he is going to be doing …” Read More – Jackie Hofmeister
“Dr. Miller is one great Dentist. He truly cares about his customers. His staff is exceptional and very helpful. Had many Dentist along the way but none better than Dr. Miller.” – Eddie Myers
“My opinion has not changed. Still has friendly, competent staff. Facility well designed to ease the stress of going to the dentist. State of the art equipped. TV on the ceiling is a nice touch when you’re reclined in the chair. The best recommendation I can give is that I go there when I need additional dental “stuff” taken care of.” – Jonathan Cilley
“The staff and Doctor were pleasant and knowledgeable beat care I have received from a dentist office in a very long time I read them A+ . I have already recommended this dentist office to my family and friends.” – Lillian Leonardi
“I’m so happy to have found the Smile Center after moving to the area. The office is beautiful and the staff is friendly and caring. The hygienist, Jen, was meticulous with my care. Dr. Miller identified and resolved a painful situation that my previous dentist had overlooked. I appreciate the doctors and the entire staff.” – Judy Wiles
“I just want to say thank you to each and every worker including the dentist in the smile center for taking the time to not only explain everything that is needed to take care of my issues but to make me feel like a person instead of a meal ticket like other dentist office in the past has made me feel so again thank you so much for truly caring …” Read More – Lonnie Newman
“I have an extreme dentist phobia, I have been hurt very bad in the past by poor dental practices, not by these guys, I love them, they are careful, compassionate and very kind. I will never go anywhere else!” – Renee Moshoures
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Common Questions About Restorative Dentistry

What does restorative dentistry include?

Restorative dentistry covers a number of dental treatments that are designed to repair or replace your teeth. These services include tooth fillings, root canal treatment, dental crowns, bridges, and dental implants. The dental experts at The Smile Center use restorative dentistry to give you back a beautiful smile and strong bite.

What does restorative dentistry cost?

Because restorative dentistry can range from relatively simple to complex treatments, it is not possible to give you an estimate on your particular case until we’ve had a chance to examine you, possibly take a few images, and discuss your options. We encourage you to contact us soon for an initial exam so we can get you all the information you need.

What is advanced restorative dentistry?

Advanced restorative dentistry focuses on treatments that are designed to repair widespread damage to your teeth. Rather than a simple tooth filling, advanced restorative dentistry could include placing dental implants and attaching new replacement teeth to them. It could also involve fitting a patient with new dentures to restore their bite and their smile.

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