Highlights
- Has Online Scheduling
Biography
Dr. Tompkins grew up in the orthodontic profession and saw the love that his father had for his practice and patients. Dr. Tompkins knew from an early age that orthodontics was what he wanted to do. H… Read more ›
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Summary
Provider Training
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clemson University | Bachelors Degree | BS Microbiology | 1982 |
| Temple University School of Dentistry | Masters Degree | M.S. in Orthodontics | 1988 |
Experience & Accolades
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Board Certified | Board Certified by the American Board of Orthodontics | Present |
| Professional Member | American Association of Orthodontists | Present |
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Specialties
Languages Spoken
EnglishMedical Specialties
- Dentist - Sub-Specialty: Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Years In Practice: 38 (started in 1988)
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Tompkins specializes in treating the following types of patients:
- Adults
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
Payment Options
Payment DetailsReviews
Number of Reviews: 19
Most Recent Review: 03/13/2019
Office & Staff Evaluation
Provider Evaluation
Review by
Anonymous
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March 13, 2019
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Tompkins Orthodontics - 5250 Clemson Ave
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- Average Wait Time Less than 5 minutes
“Pleasant office”
Always a great experience.
Review by
Jackson G.
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November 26, 2018
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Tompkins Orthodontics - 5250 Clemson Ave
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- Average Wait Time 6 to 10 minutes
“cool people”
nice peeps who work here
Review by
Anonymous
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November 05, 2018
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Tompkins Orthodontics - 5250 Clemson Ave
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“excellent”
very good. stress free
Review by
Frances B.
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October 31, 2018
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Tompkins Orthodontics - 5250 Clemson Ave
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- Ease of Getting an Appointment Not rated
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“It was a good time”
my retainer was checked
Review by
C. M.
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August 08, 2018
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Tompkins Orthodontics - 5250 Clemson Ave
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“worth it.”
They are giving me something that I would never have by myself, good teeth.
Review by
H. W.
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December 27, 2018
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“fun”
fun
Review by
Shantice P.
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November 19, 2018
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Tompkins Orthodontics - 5250 Clemson Ave
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“awesome”
just great
Review by
Margaret B.
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October 31, 2018
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Tompkins Orthodontics - 5250 Clemson Ave
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“he is great”
I think my teeth are going to look great and he is very funny
Review by
J. W.
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September 10, 2018
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Tompkins Orthodontics - 5250 Clemson Ave
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“Wonderful staff!”
I was referred by my sleep doc to get a dental appliance for sleep apnea from Dr. Tompkins. His staff was so friendly and helpful, they happily worked with me to get my appointments changed when my referral had not gone through yet. Dr. Tompkins and his team were knowledgeable and spent the time to make sure I was comfortable with my appliance and that all of my questions were answered. I would highly recommend this office to anyone needing Orthodontics!
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Isabel S.
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August 06, 2018
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Tompkins Orthodontics - 5250 Clemson Ave
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“braces”
amazing and i am always willing to come!
Locations
Affiliated Practices
Tompkins Orthodontics
5250 Clemson AveColumbia, SC 29206
Procedures & Services
Procedures & Treatments Offered
- Aligners
- Ceramic Braces
- Conventional Orthodontic Treatment
- Cross- Bite
- Crowding
- Invisalign
- Metal Braces
- Open Bite
- Overbite
- Space Maintainers
- Underbite
- X-ray
Commonly Prescribed Medications
- As needed
Billing Policies & Payment Options
Richard Sims Tompkins, DMD accepts the following payment methods:- Care Credit
- Discover
- American Express
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Cash
More info: We accept cash, credit card and care credit.
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Yes
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: Unknown
Accepted Insurance
Accepted Insurance
Most/All insurances that offer ortho coverage.
Comment - “ Pleasant office ”
Always a great experience.