Dr. Ann Marie Bynum, DDS
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1982715314
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About This Provider
Dr. Ann Bynum is a board-certified pediatric dentist with 20 years of experience serving families in Simpsonville and the Upstate of South Carolina. She specializes in diagnosing and treating tongue ties and lip ties using advanced laser technology, and she works closely with speech therapists, lactation consultants, and other specialists to support breastfeeding success and healthy child development. Dr. Bynum completed her pediatric dentistry training at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio and is deeply committed to helping babies and mothers get the right care as quickly as possible. She was recently recognized with the Kumar Patel Prize in Laser Surgery for her outstanding work in pediatric dental laser surgery education. Dr. Bynum is accepting new patients and looks forward to partnering with your family.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Undergraduate: Florida State University
- Dental School: University of Iowa
- Pediatric Dentistry Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas (2 years)
Board Certifications
- Diplomat of the ABPD (American Board of Pediatric Dentistry)
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 08/31/2006
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- CO₂ laser technology
- Laser frenectomy
- Functional assessment for tie diagnosis
Professional Memberships
- SSPD (South Carolina Society of Pediatric Dentistry)
- AAPD (American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry)
- ADA (American Dental Association)
- ALSC (American Laser Study Club)
Awards & Recognition
- Kumar Patel Prize in Laser Surgery (2026) from American Laser Study Club (ALSC), recognizing outstanding contributions to pediatric dental laser surgery education
Beyond the Office
Lectured and written numerous articles on customer service, marketing, leadership and teamwork
Serving families in the Upstate of South Carolina and surrounding areas for over 6 years with a multidisciplinary team including SLPs, IBCLCs, OTs, PTs, COMs and DCs
Originally from Ocala, Florida
Met her husband, Dr. Matt Bynum, at dental school at University of Iowa
Has three sons: Matthew, Luke, and John
Enjoys spending time with her family and traveling
Understands pediatric dentistry and parenting from personal experience
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