9403 Highway 78, Suite 201, Ladson, SC Mon 8:30am to 12pm, Tue to Fri 9am to 5pm 4.9 from 571+ Google reviews
Ingleside Family Dental
★★★★★ 4.9 · 571+ Google reviews

A first dental visit your child will not dread

Short appointments, every instrument explained before it is used, and nobody rushed. The goal of a first visit is a child who is willing to come back.

Age 1+First visits welcome
GentleNothing rushed
4.9From 571+ reviews

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Tell us their age and anything that worries them.

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Our team will call you shortly. If you need to be seen today, call (843) 970-3799.

How we work with children

What we do differently


Short first visits

Early appointments are mostly about familiarity. A look, a conversation with you, and a child who learns the place is boring rather than frightening.

Nothing unannounced

Every instrument is shown and explained before it is used. If a child needs to stop, we stop.

Careful language

We avoid words that introduce fear where none existed. Counting teeth, not drilling.

What we provide

Care built around growing mouths


Parent questions

What parents ask us most


When should my child first come in?

By the first birthday, or within six months of the first tooth appearing. The visit is short and mostly about familiarity. Waiting for a problem means their first experience of a dentist is an uncomfortable one.

My child is already frightened. Can you help?

Yes, and it is common. We keep visits short, explain everything in advance, and never spring anything on a child. For significant anxiety, sedation is available. Tell us when booking so we can allow extra time.

Do you take children on my insurance?

We bill all providers including PPOs. Most plans cover children's preventive visits at or near 100%. We will verify before the appointment so there are no surprises.

Can I stay in the room?

Yes. For younger children we usually prefer it, since a calm parent nearby makes a considerable difference.

Why treat baby teeth if they fall out?

They hold space for the adult teeth behind them, and decay hurts regardless. A baby tooth lost early lets neighbouring teeth drift, which causes crowding later.

Can I book my children and myself together?

Yes, and most families do. Ask for back-to-back appointments and you make one trip instead of several.

Patient reviews

What our patients say


4.9 ★★★★★
Average on Google
571+
Verified reviews
★★★★★

I had not been to the dentist for longer than I would like to admit, due to what felt like a scam at the last office I used. I really appreciated the transparency at Ingleside Family Dental! I went for a consult and needed a cleaning and 3 fillings. The staff was flexible with my schedule and was able to get this all taken care of in one session. Mindy was extremely quick and honest. Dr. Matthew prioritized my need for timeliness and was quick and caring during the whole process.

Victoria Thames
2 years ago
★★★★★

Great experience!!! I have dental phobia. Dr Mathews, Diego (assistant), Marianne (front staff) and Kim (dental hygienist) did a wonderful job helping me work through my fears!!! I also had a tooth removed and it went GREAT! I have referred my friends and family! Dr Mathews does a good job with explaining treatment that is needed.

kim B
9 months ago
★★★★★

Dr. Mathew's and staff are extremely patient and caring for those of us who have that fear of going to the dentist! My family and I appreciate their excellent care and will continue to utilize them when needed.

nancy eads
9 months ago
★★★★★

I chipped a tooth and was in pain. Being new to the area I did not have a Dentist. I googled dentistry and came upon Ingleside Family Dental and made an appointment. Dr. Mathew called me and spoke to me everyday leading up to my appointment. She made me feel very comfortable and calmed my anxiety. Thank you to you and Diego for making my experience a 5 star.

Shameka Polite
7 months ago
★★★★★

Dr Mathew and Diego are phenomenal. I got the AOX implants full mouth and I am very pleased with their excellent service and kindness. If you have any dental needs please give Ingleside Family Dental a visit. You will be very satisfied.

Cindy Reeves
7 months ago
★★★★★

Dr. Mathew was very thorough in explaining to me what process was necessary to extract my tooth. I was given numbing medicine and a decent amount of time for the medicine to work before getting the needle. Dr. Mathew kept me informed of every step she took and she was gentle with the needle. I would recommend Dr. Mathew to friends and family.

Joyce Wilkinson
9 months ago
★★★★★

I had not been to the dentist for longer than I would like to admit, due to what felt like a scam at the last office I used. I really appreciated the transparency at Ingleside Family Dental! I went for a consult and needed a cleaning and 3 fillings. The staff was flexible with my schedule and was able to get this all taken care of in one session. Mindy was extremely quick and honest. Dr. Matthew prioritized my need for timeliness and was quick and caring during the whole process.

Victoria Thames
2 years ago
★★★★★

Great experience!!! I have dental phobia. Dr Mathews, Diego (assistant), Marianne (front staff) and Kim (dental hygienist) did a wonderful job helping me work through my fears!!! I also had a tooth removed and it went GREAT! I have referred my friends and family! Dr Mathews does a good job with explaining treatment that is needed.

kim B
9 months ago
★★★★★

Dr. Mathew's and staff are extremely patient and caring for those of us who have that fear of going to the dentist! My family and I appreciate their excellent care and will continue to utilize them when needed.

nancy eads
9 months ago
★★★★★

I chipped a tooth and was in pain. Being new to the area I did not have a Dentist. I googled dentistry and came upon Ingleside Family Dental and made an appointment. Dr. Mathew called me and spoke to me everyday leading up to my appointment. She made me feel very comfortable and calmed my anxiety. Thank you to you and Diego for making my experience a 5 star.

Shameka Polite
7 months ago
★★★★★

Dr Mathew and Diego are phenomenal. I got the AOX implants full mouth and I am very pleased with their excellent service and kindness. If you have any dental needs please give Ingleside Family Dental a visit. You will be very satisfied.

Cindy Reeves
7 months ago
★★★★★

Dr. Mathew was very thorough in explaining to me what process was necessary to extract my tooth. I was given numbing medicine and a decent amount of time for the medicine to work before getting the needle. Dr. Mathew kept me informed of every step she took and she was gentle with the needle. I would recommend Dr. Mathew to friends and family.

Joyce Wilkinson
9 months ago
★★★★★

Great and friendly people. Dental work is never fun when you need it, but they do their best to make you comfortable and they listen to your input. They did a great job on mine, my wife's, and my kid's.

corey paul
5 months ago
★★★★★

She was able to work with my schedule to get my dental needs met and was understanding when I had to bring my kids because a sitter cancelled. Great place!

Juniper Jensen
2 years ago
★★★★★

Ingleside Family Dental has great staff and are very welcoming! They know my name when I walk in and greet me every time. They are very understanding when it comes to your needs and they do everything they can to ensure that you feel welcomed and cared for. They work with my schedule to ensure that I can be seen.

kwanza cooper
3 years ago
★★★★★

The staff at Ingleside Family Dental is always friendly and welcoming. Dr. Mathew is truly compassionate and always makes sure you're comfortable and happy with your results.

Stephanie Smith
a year ago
★★★★★

I was well taken care of at Ingleside Family Dental. Everyone I've interacted with has been extremely helpful and kind!

Madeline Grace
5 months ago
★★★★★

Great and friendly people. Dental work is never fun when you need it, but they do their best to make you comfortable and they listen to your input. They did a great job on mine, my wife's, and my kid's.

corey paul
5 months ago
★★★★★

She was able to work with my schedule to get my dental needs met and was understanding when I had to bring my kids because a sitter cancelled. Great place!

Juniper Jensen
2 years ago
★★★★★

Ingleside Family Dental has great staff and are very welcoming! They know my name when I walk in and greet me every time. They are very understanding when it comes to your needs and they do everything they can to ensure that you feel welcomed and cared for. They work with my schedule to ensure that I can be seen.

kwanza cooper
3 years ago
★★★★★

The staff at Ingleside Family Dental is always friendly and welcoming. Dr. Mathew is truly compassionate and always makes sure you're comfortable and happy with your results.

Stephanie Smith
a year ago
★★★★★

I was well taken care of at Ingleside Family Dental. Everyone I've interacted with has been extremely helpful and kind!

Madeline Grace
5 months ago

Ready when you are

Start them off without the fear

Early, unremarkable visits are what produce adults who actually go to the dentist. It is far easier than undoing fear later.

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