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Dr. Darren Allen Thompson, DDS

Pediatric Dentistry

NPI: 1790076594

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Contact Information

Address

2302 BUSH RIVER RD
Columbia, SC 29210

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Fax

(803) 798-4753

Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Insurance Accepted

State BCBSMedicaid

Patient Rating

5.0/ 5.0(2 reviews)
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About This Provider

Dr. Darren Thompson is a pediatric dentist in Columbia, SC who has been caring for children's smiles for 15 years. He completed his special training in pediatric dentistry at Howard University and brings expertise in many types of sedation options, including nitrous oxide (laughing gas), oral sedation, and IV sedation—which helps nervous or anxious kids feel comfortable during their visits. Dr. Thompson is a native of Columbia who loves working with children and believes in seeing the world through their eyes. He accepts new patients and takes most insurance plans, including State BCBS and Medicaid. When he's not caring for young patients, you'll find him traveling or exercising.

Specialties

Education & Training

  • Winthrop University, B.S. in Biology
  • Howard University College of Dentistry, D.D.S.
  • Howard University, Pediatric Dentistry specialty (2014)
  • Columbia University, General Dentistry residency

Credential: DDS

NPI registered: 04/27/2011

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistrySleep dentistryIV sedationOral sedationNitrous oxide sedationRestorative careOral surgery for teensEarly childhood oral education

Technology & Equipment

  • IV sedation
  • Oral sedation
  • Nitrous oxide (laughing gas)

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
  • Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity Inc.

Beyond the Office

Dental director at Regenesis Health Care Family Dentistry (Spartanburg, SC)

Native of Columbia, SC

Enjoys traveling

Enjoys exercising

Enjoys spending time with family and friends

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