Highlands, NC Dentists

Compare 2 dental offices in Highlands, NC (Macon County). Read 203 Google reviews, with an average rating of 4.90 stars.

Last updated Aug 6, 2026 · How we rank →

2
Dental offices ranked
4.90 avg
Google rating (vs 4.66 NC)
1
With ratings
203
Combined Google reviews
50%
Have a website
1
Score 96+ (Elite)

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Dentists in Highlands, NC — ranked

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Highlands dental leaders

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  1. Matt Ricke
    Score 96 · 4.9 ★ · 203 reviews

Most reviewed offices

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  1. Matt Ricke
    203 reviews · 4.9 ★

Dental.me guides for Highlands

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Common questions about dentists in Highlands

Who are the highest-rated dentists in Highlands, NC?

By Dental.me Score, the top-rated Highlands dentists are Matt Ricke (Dental.me Score 96, 4.9 stars, 203 reviews). Across the city, 1 offices are rated 4.9 to 5.0. The ranked list above updates as new review data comes in.

Are dentists in Highlands, NC good?

Highlands's rated dental offices average 4.90 stars on Google - compared with a 4.66 North Carolina average, and 1 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.

What dental categories are common in Highlands, NC?

Common Dental.me categories connected to Highlands profiles include General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentists, Dental Implants, Dentures, Periodontists. 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 Highlands, NC?

Compare 2 dental offices in Highlands, NC. Each office page has contact details to help you plan your visit.

How can I compare Highlands dental offices?

Use the Dental.me Score, Google reviews, location and type of care to narrow your choices. Follow an office's website link or call it to discuss treatment and payment.

How does Dental.me rank Highlands 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.

Comparing Highlands dentists

Rated Highlands offices average 4.90 stars across 203 combined Google reviews, compared with 4.66 statewide. 1 local offices are rated 4.9 to 5.0, while 1 currently hold a Dental.me Score of 96 or higher.

Current score leaders: Matt Ricke (Score 96, 4.9 stars, 203 reviews). The most Google reviews are for Matt Ricke, with 203 reviews at 4.9 stars.

The 3 ZIP codes with the most listed offices have 2 dental offices: 28741 (2).

Because Highlands has 2 listed offices, every local result fits in one comparison view:

  • Matt Ricke at 479 South Street — 4.9 stars across 203 Google reviews — (828) 526-3513.
  • Dyer & Jones PLLC at 479 South Dr — (828) 526-3513.

For a wider search near Highlands, compare Cashiers (7 miles, 4 offices), Franklin (14 miles, 15 offices), Sylva (22 miles, 11 offices), Whittier (25 miles, 2 offices), Brevard (30 miles, 17 offices).

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