Welcome To Highland Lakes Dental
Here at Highland Lakes Dental, we believe that a smile tells a thousand words, and we are dedicated to giving our patients high-quality dental care. We offer a full range of dental services, so all of your family’s needs are met under one roof.
Our goal is for you to leave our office with a memorable and enjoyable dental experience, which is why our welcoming and compassionate staff will do everything they can to make you feel right at home.
If you are looking to brighten and enhance your smile, please don’t hesitate to call us today at (830) 693-4131!
Our Services
New Patients
When you are new to our office, we put in the effort to provide you with a positive and comforting experience. Once you have been with us for a while, you can continue to expect the highest level of service. We focus on providing quality dental care, excellent customer service, and a relaxing environment to maintain a lasting patient relationship. We consider your first visit the start of a long-term relationship with you.
During your initial appointment, we will perform various tests to assess the condition of your oral health and to create a dental plan based on your unique, individual needs. We look forward to meeting you!
"5 stars, the whole team is awesome. I’ve seen Dr. Smith and Dr. Margret! They’re awesome. Dr. Margaret is working on my braces and it’s always fun! We always cut up making my visits so much better than visits I’ve had at other dental offices in the past! Love this team! They know their patients and they work with you!"
Nikayla P.
"Just had my first appt at Highland Lakes Dental, and this dental office is amazing! Everyone was super friendly, very professional, and really took the time to listen to all of my questions and concerns. I had an awesome experience! Can’t wait to go back for my checkup. I highly recommend coming here! 12/10"
Cora S.
"I called just yesterday to schedule an appointment for a toothache and a well overdue teeth cleaning, and they fit me in first thing this morning! Never in a million years would I have thought I’d be writing a review stating how wonderful my trip to the dentist was…. ESPECIALLY after being told I needed a root canal and all that jazz, but here I am! What prompted me to write this review was how phenomenal Shannon and Melissa were. It seems like these days it’s hard to find good customer service that doesn’t feel forced or insincere, so after my experience today I just had to share! I will definitely be recommending Highland Lakes Dental to family and friends."
Kerri H.
Margaret Cowling, DDS
Dr. Margaret Cowling is originally born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. She went to UTSA and UTHSCSA for her undergrad and graduate studies of dentistry. She lived in Houston for two years as a public healthcare provider for the National Health Service Corps in a federally qualified health center providing dentistry for underserved dental populations. After JT and Margaret got married they moved to Abilene, Texas so JT could serve his time in the Air Force.
Jefferson Cowling, DDS
Dr. JT Cowling hails from Sulphur Springs, Texas where he was born and raised. JT graduated with a bachelor’s in Biology from Texas A&M Commerce. Then he completed his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from UT Health Science Center in San Antonio. It was in San Antonio that JT was lucky enough to have met Margaret. After a lot of persuading, Margaret agreed to marry JT.
Dr. Matthew Smith
Dr. Matthew Smith was born in Burlington, North Carolina and moved frequently as a child. He attended Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia and attended the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio for his D.D.S. After graduation, Dr. Smith commissioned in the U.S. Navy as a Lieutenant. He completed a General Practice Residency program at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, VA. After residency, Dr. Smith was sent to Manama, Bahrain. On returning to the U.S., Dr. Smith was stationed at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, D.C. He is looking forward to serving the needs of Highland Lakes Dental patients.