At a glance
General and family dentistry covers the everyday care most people need: checkups, cleanings, fillings, crowns, gum care, dentures and help when something breaks. We are a family practice: we see children from about age 1, adults and seniors, and treat most problems for every age right here in our office. See all our services.
We’re open Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday, 9am–3pm, so the whole family can come in on a Saturday. We also see same-day emergencies during those hours; call first.
What services are included?
| Service | What it is |
|---|---|
| Exams and cleanings | Checkups, X-rays and professional cleaning |
| Preventive dentistry | Overview of everything that keeps problems small |
| Fluoride treatment | Strengthens enamel for kids and adults |
| Dental sealants | Protective coating on back teeth |
| Oral cancer screening | Visual and touch check at your exam |
| Scaling and root planing | Deep cleaning for gum disease |
| Fillings | Tooth-colored composite fillings |
| Restorative dentistry | Root canals, crowns, bridges, dentures and implants |
| Extractions | Including wisdom teeth |
| Night guards and sports guards | Protect teeth from grinding and injury |
| Emergency care | Same-day during office hours; call first |
| Senior dentistry | Dentures, dry mouth, root decay and gum care |
| Cosmetic dentistry | Whitening, bonding, veneers and contouring |
What do you do for children?
We are a family practice, and we see children from age 1, when the first tooth comes in. Checkups, cleanings, fluoride and sealants are done here, and so are fillings and extractions, so your child can see the same dentists as the rest of the family.
We use local anesthetic only. If a child needs to be sedated for treatment, we refer you to a pediatric dentist. We accept Texas Medicaid/CHIP for children through DentaQuest, MCNA and UHC Dental; our guide Does Richmond Dental Care accept Medicaid? explains the details.
What do you do for adults and older adults?
For adults we do the full range of general care in-office, from cleanings and gum treatment to root canals, crowns, bridges, single implants and full or partial dentures. For older adults, we pay extra attention to dry mouth, root decay and denture fit. We don’t place braces; for braces we refer you to an orthodontist. If you’re wearing clear aligners, see our aligner care guide.
Saturday hours and same-day emergencies
We’re open Saturdays, 9am–3pm, as well as Tuesday and Wednesday, so kids don’t have to miss school and parents don’t have to miss work. See our Saturday dentist page.
If anyone in the family has a toothache, a broken tooth or swelling, call us. Same-day emergency visits during office hours are one of the main reasons new patients come to us, for adults and children alike. Call first so we can fit you in; see emergency dental care.
How do insurance and payment work?
We accept most PPO plans (benefits checked before your visit), Medicare Advantage plans with dental benefits and children’s Medicaid/CHIP. We are not in network for adult Medicaid (more in our FAQ). New patient visits start at $49, and our published prices list the rest. See insurance. We accept Cherry, Sunbit and CareCredit for patient financing (see financing options), and you can use an FSA or HSA card for dental treatment.
When to call us
Call us if it’s been more than a year since anyone in the family had a checkup, your child’s first tooth has come in, gums bleed when brushing, or a tooth hurts or breaks. Call (832) 612-2831 — we’re open Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday, 9am–3pm.
Why patients in Richmond choose us
- Saturday appointments, so kids don’t miss school
- One family practice for children from age 1 through seniors, with fillings and extractions for kids done here
- Same-day emergency visits during office hours; call first
- Published new patient prices from $49
- Two dentists and most general treatment done in-office
- We speak English, Spanish, Gujarati and Hindi
Related guides
- What happens at a comprehensive dental exam
- Dental sealants for kids: how they protect teeth from decay
- Is your dentist open on Saturday? What Richmond families need to know
- Is brushing teeth once a day enough to remove plaque?
Frequently asked questions
When the first tooth comes in, or by the first birthday. Early visits are short and focus on checking the teeth and showing you how to clean them.
Often, yes. Call (832) 612-2831 and we’ll try to book back-to-back times, including on a Saturday.
No. We don’t place braces; for braces we refer you to an orthodontist. We do offer Invisalign for some adults.
Most people come in twice a year. People with gum disease or a high cavity risk may need visits more often.
Yes. We treat children’s cavities and remove teeth that need to come out right here, with local anesthetic. If a child needs to be sedated for treatment, we refer you to a pediatric dentist.
Yes, during office hours on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday, 9am–3pm. Call (832) 612-2831 first so we can fit you in, whether the emergency is yours or your child’s.