Emergency Dentist in Kershaw, SC

501 N Matson St, Kershaw, SC 29067

Dental Emergencies in Kershaw Deserve Fast, Reliable Care

Untreated dental pain costs you time and money. Delaying care makes things worse. Bela Dentistry provides same-day emergency dental care for Kershaw patients who need real help fast.

Why Kershaw Residents Choose to Act Quickly on Dental Emergencies

Kershaw’s warm, humid summers and mild but damp winters can worsen existing tooth or gum issues. Seasonal allergies are common here too, and sinus pressure can mimic or worsen dental pain.

Waiting too long turns a simple fix into a costly procedure. Bela Dentistry evaluates your situation, gives honest recommendations, and helps you avoid unnecessary treatment.

Emergency Dental Services We Offer in Kershaw, SC

When a dental emergency hits, you need to know your options right away. Bela Dentistry offers a full range of urgent dental services for Kershaw patients, from broken teeth to severe pain.

Emergency Tooth Extractions

We remove damaged or infected teeth quickly to stop pain and prevent further complications for Kershaw patients.

Cracked or Broken Tooth Repair

We assess cracks and breaks on the spot and restore your tooth using same-visit treatment when possible.

Dental Abscess Treatment

Abscesses are serious infections. We drain, treat, and prescribe care to protect your health before it gets worse.

Emergency Root Canal Therapy

When infection reaches the root, we perform root canals to save your natural tooth and relieve severe pain.

Lost or Damaged Fillings and Crowns

We replace lost fillings and damaged crowns fast so your tooth stays protected and sensitivity goes away.

Customer Testimonials: See What Our Patients Say

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4.9
Based on 752 reviews
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Rita Payne
7 months ago
My permanent crowns were placed today. Dr. C worked with it till it fit. Feels really good. Had my teeth cleaned today. BELLA is an awesome DENTIST office. Thank yall
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Larry Burch
7 months ago
Best Dentist I ever been to ever was so nice that's were I wil be going for the rest of my life thank y'all so much
I cannot let this day pass without sharing my heartfelt appreciation for Bella Dentistry of Kershaw, South Carolina, led by Dr. Joanna Cornelius and her truly phenomenal team. I am beyond grateful that the Lord led me to this practice. I have been a patient for several years now, and each visit consistently exceeds my expectations.

Every time I walk through the doors, I am met with kindness, professionalism, and genuine care—and I leave feeling thankful and well cared for. Today was no exception. I literally walked out giving God praise for these wonderful people.

From the moment you arrive, you are greeted with the warmest smile by the receptionist, Ms. Blair. Her pleasant personality, professionalism, and contagious smile immediately put you at ease. She is always friendly, attentive, and patient, answering every question with sincerity, concern, and care.

The dental care I received from my hygienists, Ms. Jaclyn and Ms. Kelly, was truly exceptional. They took the time to listen to my concerns and made me feel as though I was the only patient in the office. They ensured my comfort at every step and addressed all of my questions with compassion and expertise. Ms. Jaclyn was absolutely amazing, and Ms. Kelly was nothing short of phenomenal.

Last, but certainly not least, Dr. Cornelius is simply outstanding. The level of concern, patience, and attentiveness she has shown throughout my dental care journey has been remarkable. She took the time to thoroughly explain my treatment options and thoughtfully laid out a plan for my dental care moving forward. Her genuine compassion, professionalism, and willingness to listen truly set her apart.

It is rare to find a dental practice where every team member consistently demonstrates such excellence, warmth, and genuine care for their patients. Dr. Cornelius and her staff go above and beyond, and it truly shows. I highly recommend Bella Dentistry of Kershaw to anyone seeking exceptional dental care in a welcoming and faith-filled environment.
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BRIAN ANDERSON
9 months ago
Kind and caring staff that treats you like family! I had some teeth pulled there today without any pain during extraction nor after. Could not be more proud to have them for my dentist.
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Ashley Hall
9 months ago
We absolutely love Bela Family Dentistry Kershaw! Our daughter was always terrified of the dentist and it was very hard to even get her to go in the door let alone let her previous dentist even do a cleaning on her! We switched to Bela Family Dentistry in Kershaw and she absolutely loves it and we have no issues at all getting her to go for anything! The staff and dentist there are amazing and have taken their time with our daughter to get to know her and gain her trust and to me that puts them as the best dental office in SC! I also am a patient there and they have been amazing!
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Bayonne Jackson
9 months ago
My experience coming to Bela is always great. The staff is amazing always smiling faces and great conversations. Lynn took good care of me and was very knowledgeable and giving me wonderful advice on taking care of my smile. Thank you so much see you soon Bela dentistry
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Betsy Vick
10 months ago
Ashley was so easy to work with! She was so helpful working around my daughter’s hectic college schedule. Daughter had a positive experience with Dr. C!
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Blair Barton
11 months ago
My 3 year old had the best visit with Mrs Brooke! She did a great job making him feel comfortable! I would recommend Bela to everyone!
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Deborah Neff
11 months ago
Bela Family Dentistry is aptly named as they are so kind and you feel like family on the first visit. All staff are welcoming, kind and respectful; they listen to your concerns and explain the findings so that you can understand. They are concerned about me as a whole person, not just teeth. I would definitely recommend this dental practice.
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Jan Young
11 months ago
My first time here and the staff were really friendly and helpful! I enjoyed talking with the Dental assistant and getting all m X-rays done!! As I got to see the Dr. he was amazing to talk to and explained what and how he would like t proceed with what needs to be done . I enjoyed my visit!! I will be back.. 😁
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Jimmy Bradley
11 months ago
Today as I waited in the lobby I overheard many conversations with the receptionist Ashley. Each time she talked with a customer she was approachable and confident. She answered the questions and each time she made sure the person she was talking too relieved the information they needed.
Once I went to the back Jacqueline made me feel welcomed and gave me great feedback on my teeth and the direction she felt I needed to go. She was very pleasant and at the same time very professional.
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Kayla Smith
12 months ago
Dr Haile was amazing along with the staff! From the front desk all the way to check out, they had a phenomenal experience! My teen and small child both felt safe, and comfortable. I can not say enough about how happy we were with our visit!
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Audra Privette
12 months ago
Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. Brooke did an amazing job with my cleaning. She was very patient, explained every step and was very educational. The office was very warm and inviting and had great music playing.
It had been a while since I had been to Bella family dentistry but they were just as sweet and kind as they could be welcoming me back 🔙 and letting me know that they missed me. the doctor was very nice and friendly.
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Robert
1 year ago
Everyone is very friendly and courteous, and makes you feel as if you are a part of a huge family. Everyone is professional and very knowledgeable. they make sure that you know exactly what’s going to happen, so no surprises, and treat you with care. The entire staff is great
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Quanisha Wright
1 year ago
Bela dentistry was one of the best dentist office I been too in years. They were welcoming and made me comfortable beginning to end . May I add how clean it was and fresh !
As someone with anxiety surrounding dental work, this appointment was a breeze. Hands down the best dental experience I’ve had! From the dentist to front desk staff, everyone was wonderful.
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Donna Adcock
1 year ago
Check in process was fast being that update was done online. Waited 5 minutes and was called back for appointment. Office clean and up to date. Staff friendly and helpful. All questions answered and arrangements made for follow up treatment. Knew in advance charges for next appointment. Had good experience.
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Madison H.
1 year ago
The team at Bela is great! Thorough, quick, and friendly service. The team makes you feel at home. Brooke, Kelly, and Dr. Cornelius have guided me through my cleaning, filling, and checkup with kindness, clarity, and understanding. I highly recommend this practice.
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Eve Hinson
1 year ago
Everyone there was so nice and friendly!
Even when walking in the wrong door, they came outside to help us enter. They were very concerned, making sure we were both comfortable (I was with my son). Very patient when explaining the procedures for the upcoming dental plan and answering every question and answering patiently multiple times!
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Robin Pitts
1 year ago
Love everything about Bela Family Dentistry! From the minute I walked in, everyone from the ladies in the front, to the dental assistants, and of course Dr C were amazing! So accommodating and I could not have had a better experience!
Was looking for a new dentist and so glad I found Bela Family Dentistry! The entire staff made me feel so welcomed my entire visit and were so friendly. Brooke was amazing and so thorough during my cleaning, making sure to walk through everything with me. Dr. Cornelius was extremely nice and helpful. So nice to meet a staff that seems like they truly care! Looking forward to my next appointment.
All of the staff was so helpful and friendly. They were very efficient and evaluated my dental needs to help me decide on a course of treatment. I was very impressed with the entire staff. I would recommend this dental practice to anyone needing a full range of dental care. Dr. Naik took her time to fully explore all my problems and dental and medical history. This is the most efficient dental office I have ever been to.
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Kelly GHENT
1 year ago
I love the staff, the techs and the dentist. Vet professional do my procedure? I had no pain whatsoever if I ever need to go back I will definitely go back because they took very good care of me.
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Lisa M
2 years ago
The experience here starts with the phone call to book your appointment. There is no rush and they are truly about relationships. My initial visit was the most thorough I've had in all of my years. They found some issues and we talked through the plan together. Dr. Naik and her dental assistant, took their time considering my dental anxiety. They are both very knowledgeable and answered all of my questions. They're all about educatiin. Fast forward a week later to getting work done. Very compassionate and they worked with me and my anxiety. I had a pleasant visit regardless of how much work needed to be done. I'll be back again in 2 weeks for another step in my plan. Thank you to the entire team for being super friendly, welcoming and relationship based!
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Dianne Bass
2 years ago
Everyone was very professional! They made me feel like I had been there for years. Kelly was awesome. I am terrified of dentist. The dentist was very thorough explaining what needed to be done. But they both made me feel very comfortable. The young lady that went over billing was great at explaining the dental plan.
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Penny Boling
2 years ago
Dr Cornelius is amazing. I have serious issues with my teeth. She is very honest with me about the treatment I really need, yet she does everything she can to keep the teeth that have left functioning in the interim, while I decide what treatment I can afford. I had decided to leave Bela after Dr Howell, my dentist for 40 years, retired. Dr Cornelius is the reason I am staying with Bela, even though it is at least an hour drive for me. It is nice to have such caring and personable Dentist.
Bella dentistry has been absolutely great. I'd recommend them to anyone. Great staff and great dentist. Every time I have to go they make sure every thing is explained and make sure your comfortable while your there
The entire staff & dentists were amazing; professional, kind & considerate of my feelings regarding my teeth/situation. I've never gone to a dental office & felt more comfortable. I was also very pleased with the financial consultation; money & insurance companies, can be hard to discuss sometimes. Small town location (Kershaw, SC) with the latest dental equipment & procedures.
Thanks for making me feel comfortable & welcome.
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Wanda Cauthen
2 years ago
The staff is so very nice. Each of them asking if you’re comfortable if you need anything, very professional will explain each procedure in detail, which meant a lot to me because I have high anxiety would definitely recommend to anyone. I would give them 10 stars if I could. My dentist from here on out Thank you Bela Family Dentist ❤️
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What You Get When You Choose Bela Dentistry for Emergency Care

  • You get same-day appointments for urgent dental situations whenever possible.
  • You receive a full exam so we understand exactly what is causing your pain.
  • You are treated by an experienced, caring dental team that explains every step.
  • You have access to financing options including CareCredit so cost does not delay your care.
  • You leave with a clear treatment plan and no surprises about what comes next.

Why Kershaw Patients Trust Bela Dentistry

  • We are locally rooted in South Carolina and treat every patient like a neighbor.
  • We use quality materials and proven techniques suited for patients across the SC region.
  • We give honest recommendations and never suggest treatment you do not need.
  • We respect your time, your comfort, and your budget from the first call to the final visit.

Our goal is to make quality emergency dental care accessible to every patient in Kershaw, no matter their situation.

How the Process Works

Getting emergency dental care at Bela Dentistry is straightforward and stress-free.

Step 1: Call Us Right Away

Call our office as soon as your emergency happens. Our team will ask a few quick questions about your pain and symptoms. We work to get you an appointment the same day whenever our schedule allows. Do not wait, dental emergencies rarely improve on their own.

Step 2: Come In for Your Exam

When you arrive, we take X-rays and do a full exam to find the source of your pain. We check for infection, cracks, damage, or anything else causing the problem. You will know exactly what we find before any treatment begins.

Step 3: We Explain Your Options

Before we do anything, we walk you through what we found and what your treatment options are. We explain costs clearly. We go over your insurance or financing options so you can make a decision that works for your budget.

Step 4: We Treat You and Follow Up

Once you approve the plan, we get to work right away. Most emergency treatments are completed in one visit. We send you home with clear aftercare instructions and schedule any follow-up visits you may need.

Our Service Areas

Kershaw, SC
Camden, SC
Lancaster, SC
Heath Springs, SC
Jefferson, SC
Lugoff, SC
Elgin, SC
Fort Mill, SC
Rock Hill, SC
Columbia, SC

Ready to See an Emergency Dentist in Kershaw, SC?

Call Bela Dentistry today or fill out our contact form to get scheduled fast. We are here to help you get out of pain and back to your normal life.

Frequently Asked Questions

What counts as a dental emergency?

A dental emergency includes severe tooth pain, a knocked-out tooth, a broken tooth, a lost crown, or signs of infection like swelling or fever.

Can Kershaw’s humid climate affect my dental health?

Yes. High humidity and heat in the Kershaw area can encourage bacterial growth, which raises your risk for gum infections and tooth decay over time.

How quickly can I get seen for a dental emergency at Bela Dentistry?

We work to see emergency patients the same day you call. Call us early in the day for the best chance of a same-day visit.

Does Bela Dentistry accept insurance or payment plans for emergency visits?

Yes. We accept most major credit cards, cash, checks, CareCredit, and other financing options to make emergency care affordable for you.