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At Palmetto Smiles, our goal is healthy smiles for a lifetime for your child!
At Palmetto Smiles, our goal is healthy smiles for a lifetime for your child!
We strive to provide your child with the highest quality dentistry in a caring environment within our state-of-the-art facility. We pride ourselves on our friendly team and family atmosphere. We invite you to make Palmetto Smiles your family's dental home.

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Meet Our TeamMeet Our TeamMore>>
Richard L. Cross, Jr., D.D.S.
Richard L. Cross, Jr., D.D.S.
Richard L Cross, Jr DDS MS was born in Boston, MA and grew up in Florida and Oklahoma playing football and baseball. He grew up an acolyte in the Episcopal Church. Dr. Cross attended College in Oklahoma then dental school at University of Tennessee Memphis, where he obtained his DDS at age 22. Read more...More >>
Kevin M. Raines, D.M.D.
Kevin M. Raines, D.M.D.
Dr Kevin Raines loves the joys and challenges of being a Pediatric Dentist; in fact, it is something he wanted to do since he was in the 4th grade. He has many ties to the Midlands area. He graduated from Chapin High School then continued his education at Newberry College where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. Read more...More >>
Rob Nieders, D.M.D.
Rob Nieders, D.M.D.
A native of Irmo, SC and former patient of the practice, Dr. Rob Nieders attended Wofford College magna cum laude and then Dental School at the Medical University of South Carolina with honors on a Navy Scholarship. Read more...More >>
Jamie Cross Gomez, D.M.D.
Jamie Cross Gomez, D.M.D.
Jamie Cross Gomez is a native of the Columbia area. She attended Irmo High School and Clemson University. After exploring a number of careers in the medical field, she decided that her talents were best suited for Dentistry. Dr. Gomez graduated from MUSC in 2002 and joined her father, Richard Cross, and Kevin Raines in private practice. Read more...More >>

Pediatric Dental CarePediatric Dental CareMore>>
Start Early
Start Early
A successful beginning is key to your child's overall dental health. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends taking your child for their first dental visit by their first birthday.More >>
No Fear
No Fear
It is best if you refrain from using words around your child that might cause unnecessary fear. Words that we prefer you not use with your child: Needle, Shot, Pull or Yank, Blood, Pain or Hurt, Drill. We do not use these words in our office. We do explain to your child what we are going to do in a way that does not upset them.More >>
Primary Teeth
Primary Teeth
It is very important to maintain the health of the primary teeth. Neglected cavities can and frequently do lead to problems which affect developing permanent teeth. Primary teeth, or baby teeth are important for (1) proper chewing and eating, (2) providing space for the permanent teeth and guiding them into the correct position, and (3) permitting normal development of the jaw bones and muscles...More >>
Dental Emergencies
Dental Emergencies
Whether your child is experiencing a toothache, a cut or bitten lip, tongue or cheek, a knocked out permanent or primary tooth, or a chipped tooth, we are available for our patients when such a scenario may occur. If you have a concern, please contact our office and speak with one of our team members. If it is after normal business hours, our answering service will take your call and contact one of the covering doctors or team member.More >>