Dentist Near Bellaire, TX
Next Care Dental is about 4.8 miles northwest of Bellaire, at 9650 Westheimer Rd, Suite 100, next to Randall’s at Gessner. Many of our Bellaire patients are retirees or approaching retirement, and the most common question they bring is simple: what will my plan actually pay for?
Most PPO plans
Medicare Advantage
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Longtime Patients in Their Own Words
Straight from our Google reviews.
“Dr Vu has been my Dentist for over 20 years and she and her staff have always been very efficient, friendly and cost conscious in providing excellent services, with timely reminders on cleanings and other required procedures.
On my recent visit to fill 3 small cavities and repair a chipped tooth, she had the work planned over 2 visits, but was willing to accommodate my wish to get everything done in one visit. Bite alignment has always been challenging due to crooked lower teeth so at the end of the procedures, she spent 30+ minutes carefully filing both upper and lower teeth to insure a perfect bite which is critical to minimizing pain from uneven wear.
I highly recommend Dr Vu and her support staff.”
— JD Smith, Google review
“Very fair and honest telling about the problem and treatment.Dr.Petel is very professional and hardworking.”
— Qaisar Malik, Google review
Medicare and Dental: What’s Actually Covered
Original Medicare (Parts A and B) generally doesn’t cover routine dental care like cleanings, fillings, or dentures. Many Medicare Advantage plans do include some dental benefits, but what’s covered varies a lot from plan to plan.
Call us with your plan name and member ID, and we’ll check what your plan includes and whether we’re in network. Our Medicare dentist page and our article on whether Medicare covers dental explain more.
Care for Older Adults
- Senior Dentistry: Care that accounts for medications, dry mouth, and older dental work.
- Cleanings: Keeping gums healthy at every age.
- Crowns & Bridges: Rebuilding worn or broken teeth.
- Dentures & Partials: New dentures or adjustments to ones you already have.
- Fillings: Repairing decay, including around old fillings.
- Payment Options: Financing for work your plan won’t fully cover.
From Bellaire to Westheimer
About 4.8 miles. Drive time depends on traffic.
By Bellaire Blvd
From near Bellaire City Hall, take Bellaire Blvd west to Gessner, then turn north and drive up to Westheimer.
By the West Loop
Take the West Loop (610) north to Westheimer, then head west to Gessner.
Parking
We’re next to Randall’s on Westheimer, with easy parking in the shared lot.
Planning Treatment on a Fixed Income
If you need several things done, we’ll separate what should happen soon from what can wait, and give you the cost of each piece. That makes it easier to fit treatment around a fixed income or a plan’s yearly limit.
We accept most PPO plans, and our front desk will check your benefits before any visit. For costs your coverage doesn’t handle, ask about our financial options.
Your Dental Team
Three experienced dentists at one Westheimer office.
Dr. Thuy Vu, DDS
A Houston dentist for more than 26 years, with patients who have stayed with her for decades.
Dr. Harsh Patel, DDS
Owner of the practice, with advanced training in Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology from the University of Maryland.
Dr. Natalie Pruneda, DDS
Spanish-speaking dentist from UTHealth Houston who takes time to make sure patients understand their options.
Languages
Our team speaks English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Hindi, and Gujarati.
Dental emergency? Call (713) 952-0522 and we’ll get you in as quickly as possible.
How We Can Help
Emergency Dental Care
Toothache, broken tooth or swelling? We do our best to see you the same day, Monday–Friday.
General & Family Dentistry
Checkups, cleanings, fillings and more for every age.
Exam Pricing
$99 exam + X-rays and $59 emergency exam for self-pay patients.
Insurance
Most PPO plans, Medicare Advantage, and Texas Medicaid for children. We don’t accept DMO/HMO plans.
Questions From Bellaire Patients
Do you accept Medicare Advantage dental plans?
Plans vary. Call (713) 952-0522 with your plan name and member ID, and we’ll check whether we’re in network and what’s covered.
Does Original Medicare pay for cleanings?
Generally, no. Routine dental care usually isn’t covered by Original Medicare Parts A and B.
Can you adjust dentures I already have?
Yes. Bring them in and the dentist will check the fit and recommend an adjustment, reline, or replacement.
How far is the office from Bellaire?
About 4.8 miles northwest, via Bellaire Blvd and Gessner or the West Loop (610) and Westheimer.
Do you offer payment plans?
We don’t offer in-office payment plans, but you can finance work your coverage doesn’t fully pay for through CareCredit, Sunbit or Cherry.
Other Areas We Serve
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Next Care Dental · 9650 Westheimer Rd, Suite 100, Houston, TX 77063 · (713) 952-0522