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Meet the Smiles

Behind Your Care

Dr. Thuy Vu, DDS

Gentle Care for Kids & Families

With over 26 years of experience, Dr. Thuy Vu has become one of Houston’s most trusted and beloved family and cosmetic dentists. She began her career at The Dental Cosmetic Center of Houston, where she specialized in advanced cosmetic treatments and invisible braces, helping patients achieve confident, natural smiles.

Dr. Vu’s approach to dentistry is rooted in empathy and education — she takes time to listen, explain, and ensure every patient, from children to adults, feels at ease in the chair. Her deep expertise in family, pediatric, and cosmetic dentistry has helped countless Houston families enjoy healthier, happier smiles.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Vu is a proud wife and mother of two teenagers. She is an active member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church and enjoys tennis, traveling, and spending quality time with loved ones.

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Meet the Smiles

Behind Your Care

Dr. Harsh Patel, DDS

Dedicated to Making Dentistry Stress-Free

Dr. Harsh Patel is a compassionate and highly skilled general dentist in Houston, TX, known for his gentle approach and patient-first philosophy. He began his dental journey in India before earning his master’s degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. He later completed a residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology at the University of Maryland Dental School, followed by advanced general practice training at Berkshire Medical Center in Massachusetts.

With over eight years of experience serving patients across Central Texas and the Chicagoland area, Dr. Patel brings a wealth of expertise in preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry. His goal is to make every dental visit comfortable, transparent, and fear-free helping families achieve healthy smiles that last a lifetime.

Currently residing in Katy, Texas, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter when he’s not transforming smiles at NEXT Care Dental.

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