Thats just one of many examples of the level of thoughtful detail that Dr. Breault brings to the patient experience at Heritage Dental. Going well above and beyond to provide more comfort, confidence and convenience is more than a point of pride. Its a personal philosophy that permeates every inch of the practice.
We understand that people have busy lives and less time than ever, Breault says. So we try to make our services as efficient and easy as possible for them...whether thats helping them get things done in our waiting area, or making sure we carry their insurance so payments quick and pain-free, too.
Patients can thank Dr. Breaults family wife Victoria and sons Lawson and Isaac in part for that. When I got married and had kids, it became even more important to me not just to be a great dentist, but to build a business that would be seen as a pillar of the community...something both patients and staff would be proud to be associated with. A business my kids will be proud of someday, too.
The sense of community is what attracted Dr. Breault to South Carolina when he and his family relocated from New England. Id always heard about the legendary Southern hospitality and charm, he says. But to experience it was something totally different. We fell in love with the culture, the quality of life and the strong feeling of togetherness here. Its truly a magical place to live.
Dr. Breaults passion for giving back not just to his community, but to others in need was inspired in part by volunteering in Perus Amazon River basin, during his time at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. He was one of the top graduates in his class, earning induction into the prestigious Omicron Kappa Upsilon dental honor society. He also completed a hospital-based residency program at Hartford Hospital, which provided valuable experience in handling urgent dental emergencies. Originally from Portsmouth, Rhode Island, Dr. Breault graduated from the University of Rhode Island. Dr. Breault is also a member of The American Dental Association, The Ct State Dental Association, South Carolina Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, and The Academy of Osseointegration.
In second grade, when most children her age were aspiring to be astronauts, firefighters and princesses, she told her parents she was going to be a dentist. And from that point on, she never wavered in her commitment.
That drive and determination served her and her patients well. After graduating from the University of South Carolina and the Medical University of South Carolina, she opened her own practice in Greenville from the ground floor, renting a space and investing in her own equipment.
To build her practice, she did something unheard of at the time: She took out a Yellow Pages ad. While she heard about it from older, more traditional dentists in the area, it worked...and she heard from plenty of new patients, too.
A move to Edisto necessitated selling the Greenville practice, but she kept breaking new ground when she opened the islands first dentistry practice, delighting patients who had never had such close, convenient care. After almost 20 years in Edisto, she closed her practice and donated all her equipment to a local Episcopal church for a free dental clinic.
Today, Dr. McAbee is continuing to make dental care more accessible at Heritage Dental and bringing her unique entrepreneurial expertise to a relatively new practice. Im excited to help Heritage create strong connections within this community, Dr. McAbee said. And Im looking forward to working with people so dedicated to patient comfort and care. Theres a personal, human touch here that shines through in every part of the patient experience.
Along with her extensive experience, Dr. McAbee brings a holistic approach and a healthy respect for all-natural therapies shes also one of the few dentists in South Carolina whos Ozone Therapy certified. And as the parent of an autistic child, she has a special understanding of how to make patients with special needs comfortable.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 253 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestJill Marie
a year ago
Amazing staff! Very welcoming, warm and friendly!
Sheila Cordoba
a year ago
All the staff always have a smile on their faces and kind words to say to me. Keep up the good work. My smile is much brighter now. They know their job and do it diligently
Debbie Ann Coker
a year ago
Staff was excellent experience and on point simply explain the exray in common sense mode and was so very nice and kind
Mark Charydczak
a year ago
Well scheduled appt. Was taken in right away for cleaning. Very professional, very thorough. Suggestions on improved care. Dentist and Hygenist are if the highest caliber.
Dena Philipps
a year ago
Super friendly staff and Docter! Very thorough and helpful too! Definitely recommend
Byron Houser
a year ago
A+
Jack Stone
a year ago
Staff is outstanding! I actually look forward to going to the dentist!
Kathryn Mousset
2 years ago
Took their time for a very thorough exam. Much needed and much appreciated.
David W.
2 years ago
Always love seeing the womderful associates of Heritage dental. Had some worrysome work done, but they took care of it with no problem. Dr. McAbee is a wonderful dentist with a great team!
Stephen Haws
2 years ago
Friendly/knowledgeable staff...
amanda simpson
2 years ago
Always a good experience! The staff are very knowledgeable and super friendly. My dental hygienist is the absolute best! Very patient and caring.
Todd Brooks
2 years ago
Very friendly staff, hygienist and dentist.
Treandra Logan
2 years ago
One of the best experiences I've had at a dentist appointment! Hands down!!!
Ana Many
2 years ago
We transferred our revords over. I took our daughter for a tooth extraction. She saw Dr. Mcabee and we had a great experience. We will continue to go to the practice. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend this practice.
Gary Smoak
2 years ago
Always a pleasure. Everyone in the office is very pleasant and knowledgeable. I would recommend to all my family and friends.
Genises Fernandez
2 years ago
I left this office feeling like myself again. I never thought my teeth would look so good. I'll forever be grateful
Dan Cohen
2 years ago
If I could zero star, I would. Both my wife and I have had nothing but problems with our teeth since going here. For context, I have never had an issue with my teeth, other than one wisdom that grew with a hole in and needed removal. I went in for a check-up at the demands of my insurance, and miraculously was diagnosed with plethora of issues including loads of cavities that "needed immediate work". No discussion, no choices or options, no explanation. Just immediate work on my mouth. I now have a tooth that has literal jagged edges, a cavity deep enough for me to lose food into and a mouth that is in the most excruciating pain of my life. My wife is in a similar boat. This place butchered both our mouths in the same day. I am taking painkillers to survive. I will never go back to this place, for anything! If you hate yourself and your teeth, then go here. If you don't, then run - far & fast!
Michael dinh
2 years ago
Great service and very friendly people. Caring and very knowledgeable doctor.
Dena Philipps
2 years ago
Super friendly staff and Docter! Very thorough and helpful too! Definitely recommend
Jeremy Cawley
2 years ago
Best dentist office we have found in Summerville. Been going here for 3+ years and we get fantastic service every time. They are also awesome with our kids! Cannot recommend this office enough!! 10 stars
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