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Upstate Smiles

Updated 2026-07-18 · 1,699 reviewed · 138 listed · Scored from 630 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(630) 91 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Periodontal Implant SpecialistsCosmetic & Prosthodontic ImplantsSingle Tooth ImplantsFull Mouth Dental ImplantsSedation DentistrySame-Day / Immediate Load Implants
Upstate Smiles
Services
Periodontal Implant Specialists, Cosmetic & Prosthodontic Implants, Single Tooth Implants
Reviews
630

What recent reviews say

Most patients describe Dr. Bruce as calm and unhurried, fitting treatment to both clinical need and budget. One serious complaint from a pediatric extraction four months ago raised concerns about pain control and dismissal of a child's distress during an emergency case; the business apologized with a gift card but the incident left lasting anxiety impact.

Praised for
  • compassionate and patient with anxious patients
  • emergency care same-day
  • flexible payment planning
  • detail-oriented perfectionist work
  • welcoming and caring staff
Watch-outs
  • inadequate pain management during extraction
  • dismissed patient pain concerns
  • lack of pediatric specialization
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Best for: Anxious adults seeking patient, detail-oriented cosmetic or implant work with budget flexibility.
Think twice if: Parents of young children; one pediatric extraction complaint raised serious pain-management and communication concerns.

Strengths

  • same-day emergency appointments
  • personalized payment plans around budget
  • 20+ years experience
  • perfectionist cosmetic results

Worth knowing

  • Dr. William 'Bo' Bruce leads practice; staff member named Molly noted for patient care
  • Emergency same-day appointments documented
  • Perfectionist attention to cosmetic detail mentioned repeatedly
  • One pediatric extraction incident (Feb 2025) involved inadequate pain control and staff dismissal of child's distress

What reviews say by service

Cosmetic & Prosthodontic Implants
Multiple reviews praise perfectionist attention to cosmetic outcomes and smile appearance.
Same-Day / Immediate Load Implants
Emergency care praised for rapid same-day availability and problem-solving.
Sedation Dentistry
Reassurance and patience with dental anxiety patients consistently mentioned, though no explicit sedation mention.
Single Tooth Implants
Positive long-term outcomes reported; limited specific implant feedback.
Full Mouth Dental Implants
Positive long-term outcomes reported; limited specific implant feedback.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.85 average across the 102 periodontal implant specialists businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 74% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 100
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
619
4
8
3
1
2
0
1
2

Common questions

Can I get an appointment the same day for a toothache?
Yes. Reviews show same-day emergency appointments are available; one patient reported Dr. Bruce coming in at 7am for urgent care.
Will the dentist work with my budget?
Yes. Reviewers report Dr. Bruce creates long-term treatment plans fitted to both clinical needs and financial constraints, without pressure.
What areas do you serve?
Simpsonville, Greenville, Greer, Fountain Inn, Mauldin, Five Forks, and the broader Upstate South Carolina region, according to their website.

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Last updated 2026-07-18