Clayton, NC Dentists
Dental.me currently ranks 40 dental offices in Clayton, NC (Johnston County). 20 have Google rating data across 6,257 reviews, averaging 4.70 stars. Current score leaders include Mooring & Mooring, DDS, PA and Joy Gerasco Phd DMD MS PLLC. Featured placements remain separate from organic rank.
Last updated Aug 6, 2026 · How we rank →
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Dentists in Clayton
Showing 1–15 of 40 · page 1 of 3Featured placements are labeled and shown separately. They do not affect the Dental.me Score or the organic ranking below.
The Clayton dental market, by the numbers
A live read on how Clayton’s 40 offices compare — unique to this city, drawn from the same data behind every practice profile.
Dental.me Score distribution
How Clayton’s rated offices spread across score tiers.
Rating vs. North Carolina
Average Google rating across rated Clayton offices.
Clayton dental leaders
Two independent cuts of the same data — highest scored, and most reviewed.
Highest Dental.me Score
Top of the independent, non-paid ranking.
- Mooring & Mooring, DDS, PAScore 98 · 5.0 ★ · 726 reviews
- Joy Gerasco Phd DMD MS PLLCScore 98 · 5.0 ★ · 595 reviews
- Lindsey R. Williams DDS, PAScore 98 · 4.9 ★ · 1,479 reviews
- Southern Living Family DentistryScore 98 · 4.9 ★ · 573 reviews
- Challenger and Associates, P.L.L.C.Score 97 · 4.9 ★ · 337 reviews
Most reviewed offices
Largest Google review counts in Clayton.
- Lindsey R. Williams DDS, PA1,479 reviews · 4.9 ★
- Flowers Crossroads Dental887 reviews · 4.7 ★
- Mooring & Mooring, DDS, PA726 reviews · 5.0 ★
- Joy Gerasco Phd DMD MS PLLC595 reviews · 5.0 ★
- Southern Living Family Dentistry573 reviews · 4.9 ★
Dental specialties in Clayton
The largest supported local categories include Cosmetic Dentists (9), Teeth Whitening (9), Orthodontists (8), Invisalign Dentists (8).
Dental.me guides for Clayton
Use these Dental.me guides and comparison hubs with the Clayton directory to compare dentists, specialties, Dental.me Score, review signals, costs, insurance questions, and questions to ask before booking.
Guide links connect this city directory to the broader North Carolina and national Dental.me research library. Organic rankings use Dental.me Score; Featured placements stay separate from the ranked list.
Nearby cities
Nearby cities with dentists, by distance from Clayton.
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Specialty categories help patients compare relevant offices, while each practice profile and its website, map, and phone details complete the path for appointments, insurance, and payment questions.
Common questions about dentists in Clayton
Who are the highest-rated dentists in Clayton, NC?
By Dental.me Score, the top-rated Clayton dentists are Mooring & Mooring, DDS, PA (Dental.me Score 98, 5.0 stars, 726 reviews); Joy Gerasco Phd DMD MS PLLC (Dental.me Score 98, 5.0 stars, 595 reviews); Lindsey R. Williams DDS, PA (Dental.me Score 98, 4.9 stars, 1,479 reviews). Across the city, 13 offices are rated 4.9 to 5.0. The ranked list above updates as new review data comes in.
Are dentists in Clayton, NC good?
Clayton's rated dental offices average 4.70 stars on Google - compared with a 4.66 North Carolina average, and 13 are rated 4.9 to 5.0. The Dental.me Score ranks them by star-rating strength and review volume so you can compare the strongest offices first.
Where can I find an emergency dentist in Clayton, NC?
Dental.me connects 5 Clayton offices to emergency dental care. Compare them on the Emergency Dentists in Clayton page, or call one of the highly-rated offices above - many hold same-day slots for urgent tooth pain, broken teeth, and lost fillings or crowns.
What dental categories are common in Clayton, NC?
Common Dental.me categories connected to Clayton profiles include General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentists, Orthodontists, Dental Implants, Emergency Dentists. Category data helps organize local options and gives patients a faster way to compare offices by the type of care they are researching.
How many dentists are in Clayton, NC?
Dental.me organizes 40 dental practice profiles in Clayton, NC. 7 have at least one dentist named in Dental.me data. Each profile can be claimed or corrected to add detail.
How many Clayton dentists have Google/Maps data, websites, or ratings?
In Clayton, 28 practices have Google/Maps enrichment, 24 list a website, and 20 show a star rating. Dental.me uses those signals to make local comparison faster and more useful.
What dental specialties are in Clayton, NC?
Dental.me data connects Clayton practices with Cosmetic Dentists, Teeth Whitening, Orthodontists, Invisalign Dentists, Dental Implants, Emergency Dentists. Specialty categories come from provider and business-profile data so patients can move from a broad local search into a focused comparison path.
How does Dental.me rank Clayton dentists?
Organic results use Dental.me Score, an independent score built from star-rating strength, review-count confidence caps, exact review-count tie-breakers, and a limited verification lift. Profile completeness can help break close ties after the score. Featured placements are paid, clearly labeled, and never change the organic order.
What the Clayton dental data shows
Of the 40 Clayton offices in this directory, 20 (50%) have Google rating data, 24 (60%) publish a website, 20 (50%) include hours, and 7 (18%) connect at least one dentist name. Google/Maps enrichment currently covers 28 profiles (70%).
Rated Clayton offices average 4.70 stars across 6,257 combined Google reviews, compared with 4.66 statewide. 13 local offices are rated 4.9 to 5.0, while 7 currently hold a Dental.me Score of 96 or higher.
Current score leaders: Mooring & Mooring, DDS, PA (Score 98, 5.0 stars, 726 reviews); Joy Gerasco Phd DMD MS PLLC (Score 98, 5.0 stars, 595 reviews); Lindsey R. Williams DDS, PA (Score 98, 4.9 stars, 1,479 reviews). The city’s largest review sample belongs to Lindsey R. Williams DDS, PA, with 1,479 Google reviews at 4.9 stars.
The three ZIP codes with the most listed offices account for 40 practices (100% of the city directory): 27520 (32), 27527 (8).
Data snapshot: Aug 6, 2026. Counts come from Dental.me’s organized provider, practice, location, website, and Google/Maps business-profile data. See our verification methodology.