Columbia Smiles ~ Nick Pournaras, D.M.D Archives

Prevention is the Key in the Fight Against Periodo

Billions of bacteria live in each of our mouths, sharing a common environment with teeth and soft tissues. Most of the time, they coexist in…

Posted by Nicholas Pournaras, D.M.D. on Aug 30, 2013

Porcelain Veneers are a Viable Option for Smile Transformation

There are a number of materials and techniques available in cosmetic dentistry that help us improve our patients' smiles. Porcelain veneers stand out as one…

Posted by Nicholas Pournaras, D.M.D. on Aug 26, 2013

Make Oral Healthcare a Priority During Pregnancy

A woman during pregnancy naturally pays close attention to her general health, instinctively knowing it affects her developing baby

Posted by Nicholas Pournaras, D.M.D. on Aug 23, 2013

Whitening is a Safe and Effective Way to get That "Hollywood Smile"

The “Hollywood Smile” — dazzlingly white — is associated in our society with youth, health and vitality. Achieving that smile through either professional or home…

Posted by Nicholas Pournaras, D.M.D. on Aug 20, 2013

Replacing All Your Teeth: Know Your Options

In this day and age, no one should have to live without teeth. Edentulism (toothlessness) is a debilitating problem that modern dentistry can solve in…

Posted by Nicholas Pournaras, D.M.D. on Aug 17, 2013

There's More Going on During a Dental Hygiene Visit Than you Think

Those semi-annual visits to our office may seem as ordinary as vanilla. But actually a lot is taking place — your dental hygienist is making…

Posted by Nicholas Pournaras, D.M.D. on Aug 14, 2013

Put Your Best Smile Forward

Smiling is the best way to make a positive first impression, and an attractive, pearly white smile can be a real asset in both social…

Posted by Nicholas Pournaras, D.M.D. on Aug 10, 2013

Dental Implants: an Exciting, Effective way to Replace Lost Teeth

The dental implant has brought dentistry tantalizingly close to that ultimate dream — a permanent set of life-like, functional teeth to replace original teeth that…

Posted by Nicholas Pournaras, D.M.D. on Aug 07, 2013

Nick Pournaras, DMD

Columbia Smiles Nick Pournaras, DMD

Dr. Nick Pournaras, DMD and the team of dental professionals at Columbia Smiles in Columbia, SC, are dedicated to helping our community improve their oral health and rejuvenate their smiles. Dr. Pournaras is a member of a number of professional dental organizations, including:

  • American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
  • American Academy of Implant Dentistry
  • American Dental Association
  • Academy of General Dentistry
  • Academy of Comprehensive Esthetics
  • South Carolina Dental Association

To schedule an appointment, contact us online or call us at (803) 888-6504 today.

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