Dentist Near Westchase, Houston, TX
If you work or live in Westchase, Next Care Dental sits on the district’s Westheimer side at 9650 Westheimer Rd, Suite 100, right next to Randall’s at Gessner. For most people in the area it’s a short hop up Gessner or across on Westheimer, which makes it realistic to handle a cleaning, a filling, or a nagging toothache without losing half a workday.
Most PPO Plans
Medicare Advantage
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What Patients Say About Fitting Us into a Workday
Straight from our Google reviews.
“I’ve had some bad experiences with dental visits as a child and I’ve been searching for a provider I feel safe with. When I came into the office everyone was warm and welcome me in. Dr. Patel was kind enough to accommodate my work schedule for my first visit. The process was very smooth and painless. I was shocked honestly with how smooth it was and would recommend this place to anyone who is searching for someone professional, kind and efficient. I’ve definitely found a doctor I feel comfortable with and that means a lot to me. Highly recommend Dr. Patel. 🙏🏽🤍”
— Mia Sloan, Google review
“This was my first time at Next Care Dental. I had been looking for a few offices that would allow me to get my dental work around my work schedule. After visiting a few other offices I left before even being serviced. This office is prompt, dedicated, and professional.”
— Victoria DePland, Google review
Built Around a Work Schedule
Westchase runs on office hours, and so do most of the people who call us from the area. We open at 8 AM every weekday, so a first-thing appointment can be done before you badge in. If you need a specific slot, call the front desk at (713) 952-0522 and ask what’s open that week; the schedule changes daily, and they’ll tell you straight.
A routine visit is usually a checkup and cleaning together. If the exam finds something that needs work, we explain what we saw, what it costs, and whether it can wait, then you decide when to come back. Nobody is pushed into same-visit treatment.
Getting Here from Around Westchase
Both routes below are around two miles. Drive time depends heavily on traffic, especially around Beltway 8 at rush hour, so leave a little cushion.
From the Richmond Ave Offices
Head east on Richmond Ave to Gessner, turn north, and go up to Westheimer. We’re at the corner, next to Randall’s.
From the Wilcrest Side
Near the Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library and Camden Park Westchase? Take Wilcrest north to Westheimer and drive east to Gessner.
Parking
We’re next to Randall’s on Westheimer, with easy parking in the shared lot. No parking garage to navigate.
Coming from Walnut Bend
Walnut Bend is about 2 miles west of our office. Most people get here in a few minutes, but traffic can change that.
From Briar Forest Dr
Head east on Briar Forest Dr to Gessner. Turn right and drive south to Westheimer. We are on the corner next to Randall’s.
From Westheimer
Drive east on Westheimer until you reach Gessner. The office is on the corner beside Randall’s, with parking in the shared lot.
Bringing the Family
Walnut Bend has lots of families. You can ask the front desk to book family members back to back, so everyone gets seen on one trip.
What Westchase Patients Usually Come in For
- Checkups / Cleanings: Ideally twice a year, so small problems stay small.
- Tooth-Colored Fillings: When an exam or X-ray finds a cavity early.
- Night Guards: For people who wake up with a sore jaw or worn-down teeth from grinding.
- Teeth Whitening: For anyone who wants a brighter smile without a big project.
- Emergency Care: For a broken tooth, a lost filling, swelling, or sudden pain.
- Most PPO Plans Accepted: The front desk checks your benefits before your visit.
Using Your Work Dental Plan
Most people in Westchase have dental coverage through an employer, usually a PPO. We accept most PPO plans, and the front desk can check your benefits before your visit so you know roughly what you’ll owe. If you don’t have insurance, or your plan won’t cover something, ask about our financial options. Details on plans we work with are on our insurance page.
Meet Your Dentists
Three dentists practice here, so there’s usually someone available who fits your schedule.
Dr. Harsh Patel, DDS
Leads the practice. He completed a master’s at UMDNJ and an Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology residency at the University of Maryland.
Dr. Thuy Vu, DDS
Has cared for Houston patients for more than 26 years, with a focus on cosmetic and family dentistry.
Dr. Natalie Pruneda, DDS
A Texas native and a graduate of UTHealth School of Dentistry at Houston. She speaks Spanish and is known for a warm, patient-centered approach.
Languages Spoken
Our team speaks English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Hindi, and Gujarati. If you’d rather talk through a treatment plan in your first language, mention it when you book.
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.
Westchase Questions We Hear Often
Where exactly is the office?
9650 Westheimer Rd, Suite 100, Houston, TX 77063, at Westheimer and Gessner, next to Randall’s.
Can I get a checkup done before work?
We open at 8 AM every weekday. Call (713) 952-0522 to ask what early times are open the week you need.
Will you take my employer’s dental insurance?
We accept most PPO plans. Give the front desk your plan details and they’ll verify your benefits before your visit.
Is parking a hassle?
No. We’re next to Randall’s on Westheimer, with easy parking in the shared lot.
I cracked a tooth at work. What should I do?
Call (713) 952-0522 and we’ll get you in as quickly as possible. Save any broken pieces and avoid chewing on that side.
Other Areas We Serve
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Next Care Dental · 9650 Westheimer Rd, Suite 100, Houston, TX 77063 · (713) 952-0522