Dentist Near Gulfton, Houston, TX

A Dentist Who Speaks Your Language

Hablamos español.

Dr. Natalie Pruneda is a Spanish-speaking dentist and a native Texan who trained at UTHealth School of Dentistry at Houston. She wants every patient to feel heard and understood, and that starts with explaining treatment in the language you use at home.

Spanish-speaking team members can help when calling to book, asking about insurance, or rescheduling without needing an interpreter. More information in Spanish is on our Dentista en Español page.

Keeping Dental Care Affordable

Before any treatment, you’ll get the price and an explanation of what’s urgent and what can wait. That way you can plan for it instead of being surprised.

We accept most PPO plans and check your benefits before your visit. If you don’t have insurance, or your plan won’t cover everything, ask about our financial options.

Getting Here from Gulfton

About 3.7 miles northwest. Drive time depends on traffic.

By Hillcroft

Take Hillcroft north to Westheimer, turn left, and drive west to Gessner.

By Bellaire Blvd

From Bellaire Blvd near the BakerRipley Gulfton Sharpstown Campus area, head west to Gessner, then north to Westheimer.

Parking

We’re next to Randall’s on Westheimer, with easy parking in the shared lot.

Coming from Sharpstown / Si Viene de Sharpstown

Sharpstown is about 3 miles south of our office. Take Gessner north to Westheimer. We are on the corner next to Randall’s, with parking in the shared lot.

Sharpstown families come to us for checkups, fillings, and kids’ care. We accept Texas Medicaid for children and most PPO plans. No insurance? Ask about our $99 exam with X-rays.

Sharpstown está a unas 3 millas al sur de nuestra oficina. Tome Gessner hacia el norte hasta Westheimer. Estamos en la esquina, al lado de Randall’s. Aceptamos Medicaid de Texas para niños y la mayoría de los planes PPO. Hablamos español.

Your First Visit: What to Bring

Bring a photo ID, your insurance card if you have one, and a list of any medicines you take. If your child is coming too, bring their insurance information as well.

At the first visit, the dentist examines your teeth and gums, takes X-rays if needed, and explains what they found in Spanish or English. You’ll leave knowing what, if anything, needs treatment, how much it will cost, and which parts are most important to do first.

Children often do best when their first visits are simple and positive. Many parents schedule a child’s cleaning on the same day as their own so the kids can watch first and see there’s nothing to worry about.

Services Gulfton Families Use Most

• Cleanings: Routine care to prevent cavities and gum disease.
• Checkups for Kids: Exams and X-rays for growing smiles.
• Fillings: Tooth-colored repairs for cavities.
• Extractions: For teeth that can’t be saved.
• Dentures: Affordable ways to replace missing teeth.
• Emergency Care: When a toothache or broken tooth can’t wait.

Meet the Dentists

Dr. Pruneda speaks Spanish; our whole team is here to help.

Dr. Natalie Pruneda, DDS

Spanish-speaking dentist who builds trust by making sure patients understand and feel comfortable with every step.

Dr. Harsh Patel, DDS

Leads the practice; completed a master’s at UMDNJ and residency training at the University of Maryland.

Dr. Thuy Vu, DDS

Over 26 years of family and cosmetic dentistry in Houston.

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Idiomas / Languages

Español, English, Vietnamese, Hindi, and Gujarati. Llame y pida hablar en español.