Dr. Gary Bethea loves being able to form rewarding, lasting relationships with his patients. His practice philosophy is centered on the belief that we are here to serve, not be served. He completed his undergraduate degree at the University of South Carolina and went on to earn his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at Meharry Medical College. Upon finishing dental school, Dr. Bethea completed a General Practice Residency at Palmetto Health Richland.
Committed to keeping up with the latest advancements in the industry, Dr. Bethea is a member of the American Dental Association, South Carolina Dental Association, and Greater Columbia Dental Association.
Dr. Bethea is happily married and the proud parent of three boys. He and his family are members of First Northeast Baptist Church. Dr. Bethea is also actively involved in several ministries. When not helping his patients, he loves to spend time with his family and friends and pursue visual storytelling projects, including videography.