Dentistry and Oral Health
Thanks for visiting our webpage. We provide comprehensive general dentistry services closer to home so you can enjoy good oral health where you live, work, and play. We are conveniently located on the campus of AdventHealth Polk in Columbus, NC. A short 45 minute drive away from MAHEC’s main campus in Asheville, we provide state of the art dental technology and techniques in a small-town, private practice feel.
We are a Dental Residency and Learner focused practice (along with our bigger site in Asheville, NC). We have post-graduate and pre-graduate learners embedded in our clinics, and, they are closely supervised by our faculty.
We are in network with most major dental insurance companies, and also offer a sliding scale discount program for qualifying patients. From routine restorative procedures to cosmetic enhancement to periodontal disease management and dental implants, we are here to meet all of your oral healthcare needs. The dentists in our practice will provide you with comprehensive dental care in a state-of-the-art dental office.
Monday-Thursday: 8am-5pm (closed 12-1pm)
Friday: Closed
Greg Denton, DDS
MAHEC Dental Health Center at Columbus
130 Forest Glen Road
Columbus, NC 28722
(828) 722-0003
Dr. Denton was born in Colorado Springs, CO. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Southern California, where he was a member of the men’s swim team. He went on to obtain a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the University of Michigan. After dental school, Dr. Denton completed post-doctoral training at UNC Chapel Hill, UCSF, The Veterans Administration Medical Center Sepulveda/UCLA, and John Peter Smith Hospital in Texas. He has worked in private practice in both California and North Carolina and most recently owned his own practice in Hendersonville, where he has worked for the last 17 years. Dr. Denton is married and has three children. He enjoys being outdoors and spending time with his family.
Elizabeth Mace, RDH
MAHEC Dental Health Center at Columbus
130 Forest Glen Road
Columbus, NC 28722
(828) 722-0003
Elizabeth Mace is a dedicated dental professional with a comprehensive educational background and diverse work experience in the field of dentistry. She holds an Associate of Applied Science in dental hygiene from Greenville Technical College, a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, and a master’s degree in higher education from Liberty University.
Throughout her career, Elizabeth has gained valuable experience working in various dental specialties, including general dentistry, periodontal dentistry, and pediatric dentistry. Her broad range of expertise allows her to provide high-quality care to patients of all ages and dental needs.
Elizabeth is passionate about education and continues to stay updated with the latest advancements in dental care. Her commitment to professional development and patient education ensures that she delivers the best possible outcomes for her patients.
Peter Mehr, DDS, FAGD, AAP
MAHEC Dental Health Center at Columbus
130 Forest Glen Road
Columbus, NC 28722
(828) 722-0003
Dr. Peter Mehr grew up in the Detroit, Michigan area and began his career in dentistry after earning a degree in Dental Laboratory Technology from Ferris State University. Following this achievement, Dr. Mehr worked as a dental lab technician for a year, creating prostheses for local dentists. One of those dentists, a University of Michigan professor, recognized his potential and encouraged him to pursue a career in dentistry.
Dr. Mehr completed his undergraduate studies in Biology at the University of Michigan before earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Georgetown University School of Dentistry. After dental school, Dr. Mehr dedicated himself to his own private practice for 23 years in upstate New York. During his time there, Dr. Mehr participated in community outreach programs for young children, including Head Start and preschool and elementary school screenings. He also served as the attending dentist for several nursing homes in the Adirondack region. During his tenure in private practice, Dr. Mehr completed his fellowship training with the Academy of General Dentistry.
After selling his private practice, Dr. Mehr moved to South Carolina, where he served for five years as the Dental Director for BMW. Throughout his career, Dr. Mehr frequently heard from colleagues and patients alike, "You should be a teacher," which inspired him to transition to academia. Dr. Mehr became an associate professor at the Medical University of South Carolina in the Department of Prosthodontics, where he trained future dentists in restorative dentistry.
When two of his three adult children moved to upstate South Carolina, Dr. Mehr saw an opportunity to be closer to family while continuing his passion for teaching and patient care. He joined the Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) in Asheville, North Carolina, in a teaching capacity for the General Practice Residency program. In this role, Dr. Mehr teaches alongside residents and UNC dental students while providing comprehensive care to adult patients. He is proud to be affiliated with the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry and the MAHEC Dental Center, where he combines his expertise in dental care with his dedication to improving oral health in the community.
