Mount Pleasant Magazine Sept/Oct 2016

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Giving Patients
a Reason to Grin
Smiling Oak Dentistry
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Feeling Good
Ah, your smile. it’s the first
thing people see and, regardless of
which continent you find yourself
on, it connotes a friendly message
of peace and contentment. One
practice in Mount Pleasant is
making sure people’s pearly whites
stay in pristine condition. With a knowledgeable staff,
warm environment and an array of state-of- the-art
services, it’s
easy to see why
Smiling Oak Dentistry continues
to attract a loyal clientele. Dr.
Jeff Gardner and Dr. Jessica Peele
consistently give those who visit their
office something to smile about.
“I saw many things I liked
about the profession itself: a
hands-on working environment, a
commitment to educational growth
and a unique ability to connect with
members of your community,” said
Dr. Peele, reflecting on her decision
to break into dentistry. “Every day is
a little different, and I’m lucky to be in a field where I am
never bored!”
From cleaning teeth to improving smiles with dental
implants, Smiling Oak Dentistry can do it all. They pride
themselves on forming a relationship with all who step
foot into their office. Creating a customized plan that will
best meet the needs of each individual is their top priority.
While some of their patients live in Mount Pleasant, folks
travel from James Island, downtown Charleston and even
Folly Beach to receive the top-notch care only Smiling
Oak can provide.
“Removing pain and misery from another human
being is the ultimate reward. Creating or fixing a smile
so that someone feels better about themselves is also
rewarding,” said Dr. Gardner. “It is also very rewarding
to see young employees develop a work ethic and become
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outstanding individuals.”
Dr. Gardner credits part of his success to hiring people
who have a passion for the industry. Before joining the
team, Dr. Peele journeyed to Nepal, where she spearheaded
an initiative to provide adequate oral health care to those in
need. She also has volunteered in the Dominican Republic,
lending her skill set to those who require it most.
“Dr. Gardner has built a wonderful dental
practice. He’s the guru, but he’d probably agree with me
in saying that there was no one secret
to the practice’s success,” said Dr.
Peele. “With the help of the amazing
staff, we treat every patient with
respect and as part of the family. I
believe through his humble attitude,
easygoing nature and good solid
dentistry to back it up, his practice
has blossomed naturally.”
Whether you find yourself dealing
with an unexpected dental emergency
or just want to know your options
when it comes to improving your
smile, Smiling Oak is your go-to
source for all things dental.
It’s fair to say Dr. Gardner’s passion for the field stems
from his father, who had a successful practice for 50 years
and also taught aspiring dental students at MUSC. While
Dr. Gardner didn’t initially anticipate following in his
father’s footsteps, he now revels in the satisfaction he gets
from working with his hands and having a positive impact
on patients.
“Dental schools are full of perfectionists,” said Dr.
Gardner. “Perfectionism has driven many dentists mad.
Remember that anything that one does with his or her
hands can always be done better. Never forget the person
on the other end of the tooth.”
Smiling Oak Dentistry is located at 1077 Johnnie Dodds
Blvd. To learn more, visit
or call 843-884-0335.
Dr. Jeff Gardner and Dr. Jessica Peele
consistently give those who visit their
office something to smile about.
Photo courtesy of Smiling Oak Dentistry.