Yes, we are currently welcoming new patients.
A first visit usually includes a full examination, X-rays, and a discussion of your dental history and what you want to address. Dr. Palmer reviews what he finds with you and lays out options before anything is scheduled.
A cleaning may happen at your first visit if time allows — we set aside 1.5 hours for new patients. Whether that’s enough time depends on your hygienist’s availability and whether you need a standard cleaning or a deeper one. Patients who have kept up with regular six-month visits are more likely to complete a full cleaning in that first appointment. Either way, our dentists will examine you first and recommend the right treatment plan before anything else happens.
With our growing team, we now have more appointment availability than before — call our office or use the “Book Now” link on the site to see our next open appointment.
Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
We are at 9113 Stella Link Rd, Ste 1, Houston, TX 77025, serving the Stella Link, West University, and Bellaire areas, with convenient storefront parking right outside our office.
We accept Aetna, Ameritas, Blue Cross, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, Humana, MetLife, Principal, United Concordia, and United Healthcare.
A new-patient exam is $129.
An emergency exam is $59. Emergency patients are typically seen the same day, based on availability, whether you are a new or existing patient. See our emergency dentistry page for what to do before you arrive.
You are welcome here without insurance. A new-patient exam is $129 and an emergency exam is $59, and you will know the cost of any recommended treatment before it begins. We also offer flexible payment plans through CareCredit, Cherry, and Proceed Finance, so cost doesn’t have to stand in the way of treatment.
Yes. You will have a clear picture of recommended treatment and what it costs before anything begins.
Every six months suits most people. Patients with gum disease or a higher risk of decay are often seen more frequently — Dr. Palmer will recommend an interval based on your own mouth rather than a default.
Tell us when you book, and again when you arrive. Knowing in advance lets the team pace the appointment, explain each step before it happens, and agree a signal for you to pause at any point. Nitrous oxide is also available if you’d like some extra help staying relaxed during treatment.
We offer nitrous oxide, often called laughing gas. It helps you feel calm and relaxed during treatment and wears off quickly after your appointment. Let us know when you book if you would like it.
Yes, we treat children, although most of our patients are adults and children’s dentistry is not a primary focus of the practice. If you would like to talk through whether we are the right fit for your child, call us at 713-375-1777.
Call us at 713-375-1777. Our emergency dentistry page explains what counts as an emergency and what to do before you reach the office. If you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or a possible broken jaw, go to a hospital emergency room first.
Yes — Dr. Palmer offers Zoom teeth whitening for faster, more even results than over-the-counter products achieve.
Still have a question? Call 713-375-1777 or send us a message — we are happy to answer before you book.