Dental Exam Cost in Houston, TX
A dental exam with X-rays costs $99 at Next Care Dental, and an emergency exam costs $59. Both are self-pay prices for new and existing patients of any age.
| Exam + X-Rays Full exam by the dentist, plus bitewing and panoramic X-rays. No extra X-ray charges. About 45 minutes. | $99 |
| Emergency Exam Problem-focused exam, plus a panoramic X-ray and a single-tooth X-ray. For pain, a broken tooth, swelling, or another urgent problem. | $59 |
Self-pay only. Can’t be combined with insurance or other offers. New and existing patients, all ages.
Most PPO Plans
Medicare Advantage
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What’s Included in a Dental Exam?
A dental exam is a full check of your teeth, gums, bite and jaw by the dentist. It includes:
- Checks for cavities, gum disease, and cracked or worn teeth
- Checks for bite problems and signs of oral cancer
- A review of your X-rays
- A plain explanation of what we found and your options
If you need treatment, you get a written plan with the price before anything is done. Learn more about our dental exams.
What’s Included with X-Rays?
The $99 exam includes bitewing X-rays, which show the areas between your back teeth, and a panoramic X-ray, which shows your whole mouth and jaw in one image. Those are all the X-rays the exam needs, so there are no extra X-ray charges. We use digital X-rays you can see on screen right away.
$99 Exam + X-Rays: What You Get
For $99 you get a complete exam by the dentist, plus bitewing and panoramic X-rays. The visit takes about 45 minutes. The price is the same for new and existing patients, and there’s no age limit. It doesn’t include a cleaning or any treatment. Those are priced separately and quoted before we start.
Questions about exam pricing? Call our Houston office.
$59 Emergency Exam
An emergency exam is $59. It includes a panoramic X-ray, a single-tooth X-ray and a problem-focused exam of the tooth or area that’s bothering you. It’s for toothaches, broken or chipped teeth, swelling, a lost filling or crown, and other urgent problems. We do our best to see emergency patients the same day, Monday through Friday, and walk-ins are welcome. If you need treatment, we’ll explain your options and give you the price first. See Emergency Dental Care.
Does Insurance Cover Dental Exams?
Most PPO dental plans cover routine exams and X-rays, often at little or no cost to you, but it depends on your plan. We accept most PPO plans, Medicare Advantage plans from Humana, Aetna, UHC Dual Complete, Wellcare, SCAN and Cigna, and Texas Medicaid for children. We check your insurance before any work starts. If you have insurance, your visit goes through your plan. The $99 and $59 prices are for self-pay patients only. See Insurance & Financing.
No Insurance? What to Expect
Without insurance you pay $99 for an exam with X-rays, or $59 for an emergency exam. You’ll know that price before you come in. If the dentist recommends treatment, we’ll give you the full cost first so you can decide. For larger treatment, you can apply for financing through CareCredit, Sunbit or Cherry. See Financial Options.
Not sure which exam you need? Call or text and we’ll help you choose.
What Can Change the Cost?
The exam price stays the same. Your total changes only if you add something to it:
- Insurance. If you use insurance, your plan decides what you pay, and the self-pay prices don’t apply.
- Treatment the exam finds. Fillings, crowns, deep cleanings, root canals, extractions, dentures and other care are quoted before they’re done. Nothing is done without your OK.
- Cleaning. A routine cleaning isn’t part of the exam price. Ask us for the price when you book.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Plan for about 45 minutes.
- X-rays. Quick digital bitewing and panoramic X-rays.
- Exam. The dentist checks your teeth, gums, bite and jaw, and reviews your X-rays with you.
- Your plan. You get a clear explanation of what we found and the cost of any treatment before you decide.
Our team speaks English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Hindi and Gujarati.
Ready to book? Walk-ins are welcome Monday–Friday.
Why Patients Choose Next Care Dental
Patients choose us for clear prices, honest recommendations and flexible visits.
Clear Prices
$99 exam + X-rays and $59 emergency exam, posted upfront.
No Surprise Bills
Treatment is quoted before it starts.
Flexible Visits
Same-day visits whenever we can, Monday–Friday, and walk-ins welcome.
Our Dentists
Dr. Harsh Patel, DDS, and Dr. Natalie Pruneda, DDS (Wednesdays). Meet our doctors.
Location
On Westheimer at Gessner, next to Randall’s, with shared-lot parking.
Payment Options
Most PPO plans, Medicare Advantage plans, and Texas Medicaid for children, plus CareCredit, Sunbit and Cherry financing.
We provide general and family dentistry in west Houston, serving Westchase, Briargrove, Walnut Bend, Gulfton and Piney Point Village.
Questions about exam pricing? Call our Houston office.
What Our Patients Say
We’re rated 4.9 on Google from hundreds of patient reviews (as of September 2026). A few recent ones:
“What I appreciate the most is that I was NOT rushed through a quick examination to booking some billable procedure.”— N.
“Doctor was straight to the point, didn’t over exaggerate findings to charge more and it was really quick and easy.”— Renee H.
“Dr. Patel took the time to thoroughly examine the issue, perform X-rays, and clearly explain everything to me.”— Evan (emergency visit)
“Today was my first visit to Next Care as a new patient. Valerie Viera, Myriam and Dr. Pruneda were very professional, kind and funny.”— Robert J.
“Their prices are really affordable, Valery helped me a lot with my insurance process and made things go much smoother.”— Ramy B.
Dental Exam Cost FAQs
How much does a dental exam cost in Houston?
At our Houston office, a dental exam with X-rays is $99 and an emergency exam is $59. These are self-pay prices for new and existing patients of any age.
How much is a dental exam and X-rays?
$99. That covers the dentist’s exam plus bitewing and panoramic X-rays, with no extra X-ray charges. The visit takes about 45 minutes.
How much is a dental exam without insurance?
$99 for an exam with X-rays, or $59 for an emergency exam. Any treatment is priced separately and quoted before we start.
How much is a dentist visit without insurance?
A first visit (exam plus X-rays) is $99 self-pay. If the dentist recommends treatment, you get the price first and decide whether to go ahead.
Does insurance cover dental exams?
Most PPO dental plans cover routine exams and X-rays, often at little or no cost to you, but coverage depends on your plan. We accept most PPO plans, Medicare Advantage plans from Humana, Aetna, UHC Dual Complete, Wellcare, SCAN and Cigna, and Texas Medicaid for children. We check your insurance before any work starts.
Can I use the $99 or $59 price with my insurance?
No. These prices are for self-pay patients only. If you have dental insurance, your visit is billed to your plan.
How much is an emergency dental exam?
$59. It includes a panoramic X-ray, a single-tooth X-ray and a problem-focused exam of the area that’s bothering you. Any treatment is quoted before it’s done.
Is a cleaning included in the exam price?
No. The $99 and $59 prices cover the exam and X-rays only. Ask us for the cleaning price when you book. If the exam shows you need a deep cleaning, we’ll explain why and give you the price first.
How often should I get a dental exam?
Most patients come in twice a year. The dentist may suggest a different schedule based on your teeth and gums.
Do I need X-rays every visit?
No. The dentist decides which X-rays you need, and how often, based on your age, history and current dental health.
What happens during a dental exam?
The dentist checks your teeth, gums, bite and jaw. That includes looking for cavities, gum disease, cracked or worn teeth, and signs of oral cancer. The dentist also reviews your X-rays and explains what they find.
How long does a new patient visit take?
About 45 minutes for an exam with X-rays.
Can I walk in for a dental exam?
Yes. Walk-ins are welcome during office hours, Monday–Friday, and we do our best to see patients the same day. Calling ahead helps us plan your visit.
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