Dr. Christopher Blanton grew up in Aiken, SC, with an older sister and younger brother. He attended Clemson University for his undergraduate education and received a Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree from Indiana University School of Dentistry in Indianapolis. After graduating dental school, he completed the Charlie Norwood VA AEGD residency program in Augusta, GA. Dr. Blanton has been with Palmetto Dental Arts since 2018.
In his residency, he provided emergency and comprehensive oral health care and received advanced training in dental implants, oral surgery, and IV conscious sedation. Following his residency, his focus at Palmetto Dental Arts has been to become an expert in implant and surgical based dentistry. Through his work at the VA and PDA, Dr. Blanton realized that dentistry can change your life story.
Dr. Blanton is committed to remaining current in the ever-evolving field of dentistry so that his patients can benefit from the latest technology, procedures, and materials available. He is an active member of the American Dental Association and South Carolina Dental Association. He is a fellowship applicant with the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Blanton has obtained a fellowship with the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and is working towards his mastership.
Dr. Blanton married his wife Megan in 2023 and their baby girl arrived in April 2024. When he’s not in the office, Dr. Blanton enjoys being on the beach and playing soccer.
