Happy kids and big smiles found here daily.
Dr. Randy received his DMD degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in 1996. He then completed his two-year residency training in pediatric dentistry at the Children’s Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Dr. Randy believes that good oral health is an important part of your child’s total health care. To help your child stay healthy, we work with pediatricians, specialty medical doctors, and other dental specialists. We believe that all children are best served through this team approach.
We love working with kids.
Our goal is to not only assist parents in establishing good habits but to help children ENJOY their dental care! Providing specialized dentistry for children and adolescents in a “child-friendly” environment.
As a pediatric dentist office, we focus on preventive care to help each child grow a healthy smile that will last a lifetime. Serving infants, children, and teens in Mount Pleasant, Charleston, and Daniel Island, SC.
Your child's visit will be a great experience because of our friendly and experienced team.
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We are available
Monday 8-5
Tuesday 7:30-5
Wednesday 8-5
Thursday 7:30-5
For after hours emergencies,
please call 843.971.6221
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Our office will do its best to schedule appointments at your convenience. We find that young or anxious children have a better experience in the morning. At this time of day, children are well rested, refreshed, and more cooperative.
School-aged children can be scheduled throughout the day for routine visits. Sedation appointments are only scheduled in the morning. We would appreciate a 48 hour
cancellation notice.
Payment for professional services is due at the time dental treatment is provided. This includes deductibles and
co-insurance. We accept cash, personal checks,
and most major credit cards.
We create an individualized treatment plan for all patients. Our treatment coordinator will review the recommended treatment and the estimation of your dental insurance reimbursement.
Every effort will be made to provide a treatment plan that fits your timetable and budget and gives your child
the best possible care.
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We treat your child as if they were our own.
What You Can Expect
At Dr. Randy’s office we want the first visit for our patients and our parents to be informative and comfortable. We want you to feel welcome and relaxed from the moment you walk through our doors!
With seventeen years of experience, you can be reassured that you’re not just seeing a general dentist. Rather, our patients will be seen and treated by a board-certified Pediatric Specialist.
We also want to do our best in helping our patients and their parents feel prepared for their first visit. That’s why we offer a kids questionnaire they can fill out and bring with them so that Dr. Randy and his staff can get to know each of their patients better!
What Your Children Can Expect
We like to see our patients for their initial visit when the first tooth has become visible above the gums, or by their first birthday. Dr. Randy offers a Free Well Baby Screening for all children up to 18 months of age.
Dr. Randy and his staff are the very best when it comes to making your first – and every visit after – a positive and outstanding experience. We go above and beyond to explain steps and procedures that will take place during the initial visit. We ask that our parents try to refrain from using words and terms that may sound big and scary, such as: “needle”, “pull”, or “drill”. We like to use silly euphemisms that are pleasant and non-threatening, but still convey the same message. This helps avoid your child avoid unnecessary anxiety.
Establishing rapport with our little patients is our number one priority. By fostering a comfortable, fun environment, we can educate our patients (and their parents) on the importance of great dental hygiene. Learning proper brushing and flossing is something they will take with them the rest of their lives. Good habits start early!
During Your First Visit
We understand that children may exhibit a uncharacteristic level of negative behavior during their initial visit. Separation anxiety will soon diminish and it is not a major cause for concern. We recommend, but don’t require, that our parents remain in our lobby during a visit. Studies and experience have shown that most children over the age of three react in a more positive manner when they feel “grown-up” enough to experience the visit on their own!
Schedule Your Child’s Visit!
We strive for on-time
appointments so you can get back to your day.
Dr. Randy is a pediatric dentist, specializing in the treatment and prevention of dental disease, as well as the overall oral health of children. Through extra years of schooling, training, experience, and certification, a pediatric dentist is uniquely qualified to treat the dental needs of infants, children, and adolescents.
A pediatric patient not only has a different dentition than adults but he/she may have specific dental and behavioral needs that are unique to a child. These needs may include orthodontics, dental sealants, fluoride applications or home treatments, or just simply education in oral hygiene. In addition to treating existing dental problems, our office focuses on prevention through patient and parent education.
We like to feel that you and your child do not come to our office to have their “cavities fixed” but rather to prevent them. Our mission is to provide all of the educational tools necessary for our patients to enjoy a cavity-free future.
When a Pediatric Dentist is Board Certified it means that the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry or ABPD certifies that the dental care being provided is based on standards of excellence that lead to high quality oral health care for infants, children, adolescents and patients with special health care needs. Certification by the ABPD provides assurance to the public that a Pediatric Dentist, like Dr. Randy, has successfully completed accredited training and a voluntary examination process designed to continually validate the knowledge, skills and experience necessary to the delivery of quality patient care.
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Why Choose a Pediatric Dentist?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry encourages parents and other care providers to help every child establish a dental home by 12 months of age. Establishing a dental home provides some key components to dental care for your child including...
• Comprehensive oral health care including acute
care and preventive services.
• Individualized preventive dental health program
based upon a caries-risk assessment.
• Anticipatory guidance regarding growth
and development.
• Plan for acute dental trauma (emergencies).
• Dietary counseling.
• Referrals to dental specialists when care cannot
directly be provided within the dental home.
• Referral at an age determined by patient, parent,
and pediatric dentist.
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Dr. Randy’s Patient Reward
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We’re excited for you to participate in our fun-filled reward program. Earn points for every visit to
Dr. Randy, activities such as contest and survey participation, and social engagement. You can earn points and then redeem these points to purchase gift cards to over 300 stores. This is just one of the ways we want to help you create great habits for your child that can last a lifetime and make their dental care FUN! Click here for more.
Binky Busters
Do you have a child who is still holding on to a pacifier but you would like to see it gone? Bring your child in for a cleaning, and if your child will give his or her pacifier to Dr. Randy, they become a member of our Binky Busters club! When they trade in their “binky”, they’ll get a cute surprise.
Goodie Bag Stuffers
If you have a birthday party or other occasion coming up, let us provide you with up to 20 pieces of “Dr. Randy Candy”! They are SUGAR-FREE bubble gum flavored lollipops that our patients just love. Dr. Randy Candy is Dr. Randy tested, and toddler approved!!!
Dr. Pagenkopf - Smiling KidsSchool and Group Visits
Our staff loves to visit schools and mother’s groups to talk about proper dental care. If you are interested in having our staff visit your school or group, please consult our front desk staff.
Silent Auctions
We are always happy to donate items for your school or charity function. All we need is at least two weeks notice and a receipt from the organization.
Monthly Parent Appreciation
Don’t forget to enter our monthly Parent Appreciation drawing at your child’s next visit. Hey, why shouldn’t you win a fantastic prize for being a great parent? We LOVE our patients’ parents!
"Dr. Randy is a rock star. My daughter had a problem, office was closed for Labor Day weekend. Dr. Randy called us back quickly, checked her records, gave us a treatment plan and followed up the next day. Great service."
- Jason R., google
"Excellent Pediatric dentist! The entire staff goes above & beyond to make sure children are comfortable at the dentist & learn how to keep their teeth healthy. Everything is explained in a child friendly, easy to understand manner. My 3 kids have loved going to Dr. Randy's since they were very young. Highly recommend!"
- Jenny H., google
"Dr. Randy is very knowledgeable and takes plenty of time to really focus on your child. His staff treated us like rock stars. It really was amazing from start to finish. My kids mentioned that this was the best dental experience they have had....ever :)"
- Christina A., google
"Dr. Randy and his staff are amazing! As first time parents going in to have a tongue and lip tie correction was scary but Dr. Randy and his staff made us feel at ease! It’s only been a few hours since the procedure and our little girl is feeding like a champ! Thank you Dr. Randy!
- Christina M., google
"I love the staff and how great they are with my kiddo.
Dr. Randy always makes going to the dentist a good experience!"
- Heather D., google
"Dr. Randy and his staff are fabulous! My daughter is so at ease with them. He and his staff are so encouraging and she is proud because they let her know how good of a job she is doing with her oral hygiene. My daughter loves Dr. Randy and his staff!!"
- Erin O., facebook
"Love love loved our experience here! My daughters tongue and lip ties went 5 months without diagnosed. Dr. Randy and his staff explained everything to us and were very helpful and got us in for her revision very quickly after our consult!"
- Kelsie R., facebook
"Dr Randy and all his staff were amazing! We traveled from out of town for a tongue/lip tie revision on our newborn and, with the help of his staff, we were able to have the consultation and procedure the same day! Super friendly, genuine staff and clean environment. They put this Momma and ease, highly recommend."
- Caroline C., facebook
Pediatric Dental Specialist
Randall J. Pagenkopf, DMD, PA
843.971.6221
Discover the Dr. Randy Difference
Dr. Randy's Patient Reward
Hub
We’re excited for you to participate in our fun-filled reward program. Earn points for every visit to
Dr. Randy, activities such as contest and survey participation, and social engagement. You can earn points and then redeem these points to purchase gift cards to over 300 stores. This is just one of the ways we want to help you create great habits for your child that can last a lifetime and make their dental care FUN! Click here for more.
Binky Busters
Do you have a child who is still holding on to a pacifier but you would like to see it gone? Bring your child in for a cleaning, and if your child will give his or her pacifier to Dr. Randy, they become a member of our Binky Busters club! When they trade in their “binky”, they’ll get a cute surprise.
Goodie Bag Stuffers
If you have a birthday party or other occasion coming up, let us provide you with up to 20 pieces of “Dr. Randy Candy”! They are SUGAR-FREE bubble gum flavored lollipops that our patients just love. Dr. Randy Candy is Dr. Randy tested, and toddler approved!!!
Dr. Pagenkopf - Smiling KidsSchool and Group Visits
Our staff loves to visit schools and mother’s groups to talk about proper dental care. If you are interested in having our staff visit your school or group, please consult our front desk staff.
Silent Auctions
We are always happy to donate items for your school or charity function. All we need is at least two weeks notice and a receipt from the organization.
Monthly Parent Appreciation
Don’t forget to enter our monthly Parent Appreciation drawing at your child’s next visit. Hey, why shouldn’t you win a fantastic prize for being a great parent? We LOVE our patients’ parents!
Dr. Randy received his DMD degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in 1996. He then completed his two-year residency training in pediatric dentistry at the Children’s Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Dr. Randy believes that good oral health is an important part of your child’s total health care. To help your child stay healthy, we work with pediatricians, specialty medical doctors, and other dental specialists. We believe that all children are best served through this team approach.
What is a Board Certified
Pediatric Dentist?
Why Choose a Pediatric Dentist?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry encourages parents and other care providers to help every child establish a dental home by 12 months of age. Establishing a dental home provides some key components to dental care for your child including...
• Comprehensive oral health care including acute care and preventive services.
• Individualized preventive dental health program based upon a caries-risk assessment.
• Anticipatory guidance regarding growth and development.
• Plan for acute dental trauma (emergencies).
• Dietary counseling.
• Referrals to dental specialists when care cannot directly be provided within the dental home.
• Referral at an age determined by patient, parent, and pediatric dentist.
We love working with kids.
We treat your child as if they were our own.
We strive for on-time
appointments so you can get back to your day.
We think kids should be kids for as long as possible.
loved by kids. trusted by parents.
give us a review at
Have you heard how much fun visits are to our office?
Discover the Dr. Randy Difference
Dr. Randy's Patient Reward
Hub
We’re excited for you to participate in our fun-filled reward program. Earn points for every visit to
Dr. Randy, activities such as contest and survey participation, and social engagement. You can earn points and then redeem these points to purchase gift cards to over 300 stores. This is just one of the ways we want to help you create great habits for your child that can last a lifetime and make their dental care FUN! Click here for more.
Binky Busters
Do you have a child who is still holding on to a pacifier but you would like to see it gone? Bring your child in for a cleaning, and if your child will give his or her pacifier to Dr. Randy, they become a member of our Binky Busters club! When they trade in their “binky”, they’ll get a cute surprise.
Goodie Bag Stuffers
If you have a birthday party or other occasion coming up, let us provide you with up to 20 pieces of “Dr. Randy Candy”! They are SUGAR-FREE bubble gum flavored lollipops that our patients just love. Dr. Randy Candy is Dr. Randy tested, and toddler approved!!!
Dr. Pagenkopf - Smiling Kids School and Group Visits
Our staff loves to visit schools and mother’s groups to talk about proper dental care. If you are interested in having our staff visit your school or group, please consult our front desk staff.
Silent Auctions
We are always happy to donate items for your school or charity function. All we need is at least two weeks notice and a receipt from the organization.
Monthly Parent Appreciation
Don’t forget to enter our monthly Parent Appreciation drawing at your child’s next visit. Hey, why shouldn’t you win a fantastic prize for being a great parent? We LOVE our patients’ parents!