Dentist in Martinez, GA (Columbia County)

At a Glance

Service: Full-service family, cosmetic, and implant dentistry
Serving: Martinez and the Columbia County corridor, including West Lake and the Belair area
Office hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:00 am–3:30 pm
Accepting new patients: Yes
Key differentiator: Early-morning 7 am start times built for commuters who want to see the dentist before work

You live in Martinez. Your dentist sits about ten minutes up the road in Evans. That short hop is the whole point.

Most people in Martinez run on a tight clock. School drop-offs near Davis Road, the commute toward Augusta or Fort Eisenhower, a packed evening. A dental visit slides to the bottom of the list because the open slots land in the middle of your workday. Riverwatch Dental opens at 7:00 am four days a week. You finish a cleaning and still beat the morning crawl on Washington Road.

Getting Here From Martinez

From central Martinez, take Washington Road east toward Evans. The office sits at 4214 Washington Rd, near the Mullins Crossing shopping area. From the Davis Road intersection, the drive runs about 7 to 9 minutes depending on the lights near Bobby Jones Expressway. Coming from the West Lake side, take River Watch Parkway and exit toward Washington Road. Most Martinez patients reach the front door in under 12 minutes.

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What the Practice Treats

Care here covers the full range of general dentistry: routine cleanings and exams, fillings, crowns, root canal therapy, and surgical extractions. Dr. Perpall also places dental implants and completes cosmetic work like veneers and whitening. Because preventive, restorative, and cosmetic care share one roof, you do not bounce between offices when a checkup turns into a treatment plan.

Who Fits Here

This practice suits Martinez families who want one office for every age, from a child’s first cleaning to a grandparent’s implant. It works well for busy professionals who need that 7 am slot. It also fits if you have skipped the dentist for a few years and feel uneasy about walking back in; the team treats lapsed patients without lectures. If you need a pediatric specialist or orthodontic-only care, a general practice may refer you out for those specific services.

Your First Visit, Start to Finish

You arrive, complete your forms (or fill them out online beforehand), and meet the team. Dr. Perpall reviews your history, takes digital images, and examines your teeth and gums. He explains what he sees in plain language and lays out options instead of pushing one plan. A standard cleaning and exam wraps up in about an hour. If you need follow-up work, you schedule it before you leave. Routine visits carry no downtime, so you head straight into your day.

Meet Your Dentist

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When you drive in from Martinez, you meet a dentist who trained just down the road in Augusta.

Dr. David Perpall earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine from the Dental College of Georgia in Augusta, then completed an extra year of advanced training, an AEGD certificate, at the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center. That year covered dental implants, surgical extractions, root canal therapy, and periodontal surgery, which is why he handles complex cases in-house rather than referring them out.

He grew up in metro Atlanta and worked in dental equipment sales before returning to school for his own dental degree. His wife Mary Beth is an Evans native, so the family is rooted in Columbia County. Outside the practice, he has volunteered with Georgia Mission of Mercy, Hope Dental Clinic, and Dentistry from the Heart, and he has joined dental mission trips to Trinidad and Peru.

Martinez FAQ

Is the Evans office close enough to be my regular dentist if I live in Martinez?

A: Yes. The drive from most Martinez neighborhoods runs 7 to 12 minutes by way of Washington Road or River Watch Parkway. Many of the practice’s patients live in Martinez and treat it as their everyday office.

I work toward Augusta and leave early. Can I get in before my shift?

A: That is exactly why the office opens at 7:00 am Monday through Thursday. You finish a cleaning or a quick procedure and still make an 8 am start downtown.

Do you take my dental insurance?

A: The practice is in-network with many traditional dental plans. Call (706) 395-0004 with your carrier and plan name, and the front desk confirms your coverage before you book.