Dr. Sims Tompkinsgrew 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. His dad was an extremely skilledorthodontistand Dr. Tompkins is fortunate to have inherited some of his traits.
Dr. Tompkins embarked on his career in orthodontics in the fall of 1988. Instead of beginning from scratch with no patients, he joined his fathers orthodontic practice that was established in the 1960s. His fathers legacy for exemplary orthodontic treatment and his warm chairside manner will always be remembered, and it is a great tribute to him that we continue to see many of his former patients children in our practice today.
Dr. Tompkins has been in practice for more than 20 years, and he is always excited to see his patients! Without them, we would not be here. Dr. Tompkins and his staff always have smiles on their faces because they love what they do and are here for the patient.
Dr. Tompkins is a Columbia native and is proud to serve the people of his hometown. He and his lovely wife Libby have three sons: Sims, Rush, and Griff. Two Black Labs and a Golden Retriever complete their family and keep them busy!
In his spare time, Dr. Tompkins enjoys all outdoor activities, especially golf and tennis. He also enjoys being an active part of our community, and volunteers several times a year at the Richland County and Lexington County Childrens dental clinics. He is also a member of the South Carolina Center for Craniofacial Disorders, which offers children with congenital anomalies a multidisciplinary approach for diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Tompkins is also a past president of the Palmetto Baseball League, for which he coached for 12 years.
As a dental professional, Dr. Tompkins is always looking for ways to improve his skills. Although his formal orthodontic education is complete, he is always searching for new methods that will provide his patients with a more comfortable and efficient orthodontic treatment. As a part of his continuing education, he is an active member of the following professional organizations:
We recognize that all our patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding orthodontic experience every time you visit our practice. We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.
For more than 26 years, local dentists and families have trusted Dr. Tompkins to provide their patients and loved ones with premiere orthodontic care. At Tompkins Orthodontics, we assess each case on an individual basis, and provide each patient with a customized treatment plan in order to achieve the best possible results.
Along with years of experience, Dr. Tompkins is board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics and is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists. Choosing an orthodontist who is a member of the AAO is your guarantee that you have chosen an orthodontic specialist: a certified dentist who, after completing dental school, continues his or her education within an accredited orthodontic residency program approved by the American Dental Association. This training can last up to an additional three years or more after dental school.