Your smile deserves Southern hospitality.
Where precision, service and technology create beautiful smiles. Over 20 years of excellence in family, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry.
Hilton Head Island, SC
Experience
Training
Reviews
Facility
- Metal-Free Restorations
- Digital Imaging
- Bilingual Staff
- Sedation Available
- Invisalign Provider
Since 2000, Dr. James Canham and his team have cared for Hilton Head families in an office designed to feel warm, not clinical. Honest advice, gentle hands and modern technology, all under one roof.
What We Offer
Comprehensive Dental Care
From routine cleanings to advanced implant dentistry, we provide a full spectrum of services for your entire family.
Dental emergency? Call 843-686-5526. Friday hours are kept for emergencies.
Family dentistry
Comprehensive exams, cleanings, metal-free restorations, and preventive care for patients of all ages.
Cosmetic dentistry
Porcelain veneers, Zoom! whitening, ClearCorrect aligners, and all-porcelain crowns.
Dental implants
Permanent tooth replacement that looks, feels, and functions like a natural tooth.
Orthodontics & Invisalign
Clear aligners and traditional braces for children and adults.
Sedation dentistry
Comfortable, anxiety-free treatment with oral sedation, with several procedures done in one visit.
Advanced technology
Digital x-rays with 90% less radiation, laser cavity detection, and computerized bite analysis.
About Us
A Practice Built on Trust & Precision
Dr. James Canham and the Southern Smiles team have been serving Hilton Head Island and the surrounding Lowcountry for over two decades. Our 3,900 square-foot, state-of-the-art facility is designed to be treatment centered yet warm and inviting.
With nearly 1,000 hours of advanced training in cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, implants, and more, Dr. Canham brings expertise and genuine care to every patient interaction.
- Metal-free restorations exclusively
- State-of-the-art digital imaging
- Bilingual staff (English & Spanish)
- Comfortable sedation options
Patient portal
Your visits, in your pocket.
Request appointments, message the front desk, and keep your forms and documents in one place, from any phone or computer.
Patient Stories
What Our Patients Say
Real experiences from real patients who trust Southern Smiles with their care.
“Procedure was done efficiently and with care for my comfort. Video instructions for post care were very helpful. All employees were very friendly.”
“I have used Southern Smiles for almost 20 years. Dr Canham and his staff are friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable. The doctor's work is outstanding.”
“I would not change a thing. You guys are awesome. Glad I found a dentist I can trust.”
New Patients Welcome
Ready for a Beautiful, Healthy Smile?
Schedule your appointment today and experience the Southern Smiles difference.