Urban Dental
Michael Moon, DDS:
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★★★★★

DENTAL TREATMENTS OFFERED

Dental cleaning

White fillings

Crowns

Inlays & onlays

Bridges

Clear aligners

Porcelain veneers

Teeth whitening

Dentures & partials

Root canal treatment

Tooth extraction

TMJ treatment

Dental implants

CLEAR ALIGNER SERVICES

OFFICE HOURS

Monday: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Tuesday: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Wednesday: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Thursday: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Friday: Closed

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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PATIENT REVIEWS

While on vacation in Houston, our teenage son had a problem with his orthodontic work that was causing him a fair bit of pain.  Although we realized it was probably a quick and easy fix, we were still quite concerned as we are Canadian and not sure what the protocol would be.  We decided to take a chance with Urban Dental as it was close to where we were staying and had received good reviews.  Not only did they quote a maximum charge that was quite reasonable but when all was said and done, they did not charge us anything at all. What a great way to treat visitors to your business and your city.  The staff was very pleasant, professional and efficient.  Thank you so much for making what could have been a stressful experience so easy.

I will never go anywhere else. I love Dr. Moon and his staff, including all the hygeniests (shout out to Quyen, my girl) and Damary. They’re always busy because they’re the best. They try their best to work with my schedule and to accommodate my needs. They’re timely and courteous. Dr. Moon is honest and will let you know what you really need to get done.

Dr. Moon is awesome. I am afraid of dentists but I have felt so comfortable going to him since my first visit. He tells you exactly what you need and doesn’t try to push extra, unnecessary dental work on you. I had four teeth extracted by Dr. Moon (2 of them my top wisdom teeth) and I felt nothing. I would recommend Dr. Moon to anyone!!

Spent a couple quality hours here this morning. What professionalism! From my greeting, to the assistant, the hygienist, and the dr ~ all worked together in unison to give a thorough well thought out plan for my dental recovery from the years of not flossing! I was super impressed and this is going to sound wierd, but their professionalism and explanations motivated me more than ever to come back for my follow ups and to floss (LOL sounds funny to say outloud!)

The hygienist Betty did an awesome job cleaning my teeth! It had been a couple years since I’ve gone to get my teeth cleaned due to a previous bad experience at my old dental office. Betty was so kind and gentle, what made me like her so much was that she continuously asked if I was feeling comfortable the entire time! Highly recommend this dental office!

I have really sensitive teeth and so when it is time to go to the dentist, I feel a little anxious. I have been going there for about 5 years and they have been very friendly and remember what part of my mouth to be gentle on. The staff and Dr. Moon are very personable and have a positive attitude. I recommend people to Urban Dental if they are searching for a new office.

Relocating can be a headache when you think of finding new personal care needs! After a few crappy dentist offices I’m glad to have found this one! I love this practice! The Moon’s ( husband and wife) are awesome! The staff Ms.Tracy and DaMarris are beyond sweet and helpful. The office is well maintained and always clean! I love that Dr. Moon doesn’t treat your mouth like a business / insurance claim like some horrid places I’ve tried out (FLOSS.. DENTIQ). Dr. Moon throughly examines you, he’s personable and fast! I’m so happy that I found this dentist!

I LOVE DR. MOON!!!! I have zero tolerance for pain thus we are a match made in heaven! (When it comes to teeth extraction that is) I actually yelped him and their uber friendly Tracy (lady at the front) thought it was hilarious. I really like this place. I hate going to the dentist but they have changed my outlook on routine prophylaxis and teeth extraction! Dr. Moon performed my wisdom teeth extraction and it went smoothly. Of course you’ll feel pressure…they are yanking a part of your skull, but besides that I felt no pain at all. I have really really sensitive teeth and like I’ve already mentioned, ZERO tolerance for pain. Post op was great.. no pain killers and little swelling. On top of their excellent service, their staff is great! They attend to all your needs and very VERY courteous. I love this place!

I was very impressed with Dr. Michael Moon and his staff after my check-up today. PROS – Clean office, comfortable seating area, quick, on-time appointment – Good staff, from receptionist and insurance to my dental hygienist – Dr. Moon was very clear about explaining my X-rays, treatment options, scheduling etc. He gave me good advice that I trust. His treatment seems moderate and I didn’t feel like he was trying to squeeze every dime out of me. – I have to get some additional work done, and his staff walked me through a clear estimate of future costs and timing. Costs for me (with insurance) were reasonable – much better than I’ve seen at other dentists. CONS – Dental hygienist was a little rough Finally a dentist I can trust! I’ll update if needed after I get more work done, but after my initial visit I would definitely recommend Dr. Moon.

Excellent hygienists, never had such a thorough clean! Dr Moon is pragmatic and thorough. It is worth the long wait for your first appointment, and if you are willing to be flexible they can get you in last minute a lot earlier. Once you are in, you will stay!!! Tracy at the front desk is great, honest, friendly and professional, perfect for the job!

Dr. Moon and staff are awesome! (1) His name is Dr. Moon. I love the moon (I’m a cancer) and Sailor Moon as a kid. His name sold me already. Picturing him in Sailor Moon’s get up with music in the back going Fighting cavities by moonlight Winning patients by daylight Never running from gingivitis He is the one named Dr. Moon! is pretty dang amusing. But (2) and most importantly of all (but not next to Dr. Sailor Moon) is that him and staff (namely Thuy and Damary because I’ve interacted with them – I’m sure the other ladies are awesome too, they are always smiley and friendly). Damary help me set up my appointment and she was so warm, personable, and easy to talk to from the get go. She remembers patients by name and greets them at the door. She made me feel comfortable right away and like I’ve been going there for years. Thuy is the hygienist that cleaned my teeth and it was one of the best teeth cleanings I have had. She’s also very personable and warm (liking this trend!). I always despise these and try to go longer than I should without a cleaning because it always made my gums bled. Thuy explained the whole process and the why’s behind why they bled or what she was doing the whole way. She explained that after a good clean the bleeding when flossing would go away that night – and it did! I feel so appreciative of Thuy for leaving me feeling very empowered on the status of my teeth and how to take care of them. Then there is Dr. Moon. He’s also, (you guessed it) very personable and made you feel comfortable right away. He took his time and was thorough in explaining what he saw in the x-rays. The second time I saw him was to fix a cavity and fill a new one. Super quick and mostly painless. (3) An AWESOME bonus is that the two times that I’ve been, they have been very quick and on time. No more waiting endlessly to be seen. I came here during my lunch and was out in an hours time. LOVE a dental office with great time management! If you are considering a new dentist, the choice is easy at 1,2,3…Urban Dental is the way to go!

Dr. Moon and his staff have changed my view of the dentist. I had avoided the dentist for 5 years! Now I don’t ever miss an appointment here for a cleaning and don’t dread it or leave with pain in my mouth. They do book out months in advance so I make sure to book my appointments 6 months ahead of time. They are great for calling in reminders! I have never had a healthier mouth and I’ve been coming here for a year. I have had 2 cleanings, 1 deep clean, all my X-rays twice, 3 cavities filled, and teeth whitening trays and product from them! Such a friendly and great staff! I recommend Dr. Moon and his team to anyone- my mom even goes here now!

I love it here! All the staff is amazing, very nice and personable. Dr. Moon is young, down to earth, and makes the going to the dentist experience fun and relaxing. You are instantly greeted by the receptionists to check you in, and they are great with working with your insurance. Be warned, getting an appointment for a cleaning will take months.

Dr. Moon is by far one of the most professional and efficient dentists I’ve visited. I highly recommend this place! I actually moved further away from this office but still decided to continue to visit Dr. Moon. I don’t have much to add about cost because I just rely on insurance, but I’ve never had any complaints. Also, I love all the staff, from the front desk to the hygienists. If you can find time with them, make an appointment

My husband and I have been taking my family of 5 teenagers and ourselves for the last two years. We absolutely love this place, staff, dentists, hygenists, everyone! I’ve never had a billing issue. When we didn’t have insurance, they gave us a cash discount and worked with us on the bill. The care is top rate, modern, and we can’t be more complimentary.

I can’t say enough good things about Dr. Moon and his practice. I was referred here separately by two colleagues, both long-time patients. I was having a dental crisis: I had an unhappy relationship with a dentist who failed to give me good information to make informed decisions about my dental care. As a result, I was maxed out on annual dental insurance benefits and needed two emergency root canals. I came to Dr. Moon when I wanted a second opinion prior to getting the second root canal. I craved a dentist’s opinion to make sure I wasn’t being oversold on an unnecessary root canal by an endodontist. When I got in to see Dr. Moon, I was pretty livid about my experience with my previous dentist over the prior few months: his work led me to 4 fillings, two crowns, one root canal before a crown was seated, a second root canal planned on top of a newly seated crown, and I was at the point where I was about to be paying out-of-pocket. Dr. Moon listened patiently as I ranted and then rationally spelled out how/why he would have done things differently. Fundamentally he agreed that I had a lot of cavities/spots where fillings would be beneficial, but he questioned the validity of the two crowns. If I had seen him to begin with, he might have attempted fillings before fully drilling down to place crowns. Ultimately, the drilling for those crowns is what led me to need the two emergency root canals. Dr. Moon readily confirmed that a root canal was a good idea – the boost in confidence I really needed at that moment. Additionally, my old dentist was being simple-minded (my words, not Dr. Moon’s – he’s far more professional than that) in not connecting the dots between my awful facial pain and the drilling for the crowns which even he had known was super close to the nerves in those teeth. It’s my belief that had I seen Dr. Moon to begin with, I could have avoided not just the expense of two root canals and two crowns, but also the immense pain that I endured for over 6 weeks before I was finally able to get an endodontist to confirm that a root canal would solve my issue. After this initial consult, I saw my endodontist to get my second root canal, and then returned to Dr. Moon to get the post-root canal filling on the crown. He also replaced a filling completed by my old dentist as it was poorly placed/completed and was causing new problems. Since I had maxed out my insurance for the year, we agreed to reassess the rest of my teeth come January 2015. He was not at all aggressive in his treatment plan or in selling work, taking in to consideration my financial situation. In fact, he’s extremely pragmatic and honest. He joked about being the “last honest dentist” – but I would say this quite seriously. I trust him implicitly and would recommend him to anybody. Unfortunately, I’ve since learned that Dr. Moon has dropped my PPO plan, so he will be out-of-network for me for future visits. I’m sorely disappointed that I might need to find a new dentist and that now anybody I ever see will have to live up to his reputation. But I’d like to add a few additional notes about the magnitude of his generosity. He helped work out a modified payment plan for me since I was going out-of-pocket. He gave me in-network rates even though at that point he was already out-of-network for me (I wasn’t aware of this until after the fact). He and his staff quickly, efficiently, and graciously resolved a few billing changes for me, reducing my out-of-pocket expenditure for the year. He recognized my anxiety with my old/terrible dentist and truly bent over backwards to accommodate me financially and, quite frankly, emotionally. I would never in a million years expect that kind of personalized service and care from a dentist. So even though I might not have the pleasure of being a patient again in the future: thanks. Seriously. From the bottom of my heart. Y’all (Dr. Moon and staff) helped me in a time of crisis and your patients are extremely lucky to be under your care. If you’re reading this review and Dr. Moon is in-network for you: you will absolutely not regret becoming a patient here.

Dr. Michael Moon is an excellent dentist. He was very thorough yet did not forget to be considerate towards me, his patient. He took the time to explain every aspect of the visit, which in this case, I had to have a filling placed in a broken tooth. His ancillary staff was very courteous and made me feel very comfortable throughout the entire appointment.

So if you are struggling to find a great dentist in the Midtown area, consider your search to be over. Dr. Moon and his staff are truly the best. The receptionists are SO friendly, and thorough. They are also very helpful with explaining to you what your insurance covers and why something may cost more, etc. If you call and they tell you he’s booked out for checkups/cleanings for like 4 months, do NOT be alarmed. Thy get cancellations all the time and they may call you on a Tuesday and say “hey someone canceled for tomorrow. Want this spot?” So if you take a look at my past reviews for other dentists, you might see the following words: horrible, crying, painful, agreeing to things under false pretenses, scam, yadda yadda yadda. In short, I’ve had a lot of nightmare experiences with dentists that have left me traumatized and anxious. Dr. Moon did two fillings for me yesterday and they were absolutely pain free. He’s also a super funny guy. Not like, knock-knock-who’s-there funny but mostly just clever and witty. Can I also say how nice it is to NOT have unnecessary products pushed on you? Floss made me buy this stupid expensive mouthwash and Dr. Moon said that’s only prescribed to people with straight up intense gum disease. Also I grind my teeth and told him I use a commercial off the shelf guard that works fine. He took a look at it and its placement on my teeth and said “well, whatever works. I recommend the custom one, but this would be fine for now.” Unlike most dentists that sing a tune more like “BUY THE CUSTOM BITEGUARD OR ELSE!!!” In summary, I’m glad I found Dr. Moon and his great staff at Urban Dental. The other reviews are no joke– this place is legit, and is no-frills. It’s a family owned business. Dr. Moons wife was my hygienist and she was awesome! I’ve walked out of cleanings before crying with bloody gums and hating my life, but leaving Dr. Moon’s, even with a numb mouth, is like walking on sunshine.

I love Dr.Moon! He and his staff are amazing!!!!!! If I could give them 200 stars I would. I’ve been his patient for over 2 years now and he’s the best dentist I’ve ever had in my life. I have had LOTS of problems with my teeth since I was a child and since I found Dr.Moon my life has changed. THANK YOU DR.MOON!

I’m not big on going to the dentist, but Dr. Moon made it as stress-free as possible. I needed to have a wisdom tooth extracted and I tend to get anxious when having dental work done. The entire staff made it much smoother and easier than I could have imagined. The admin staff at the front was friendly, the dental assistants were friendly and professional, and during the procedure itself, Dr. Moon was careful, patient and precise. The only downside is the lack of options when it comes to anesthesia. I would have preferred nitrous oxide instead of the needle stuff, but the pain was not as bad as I thought it was going to be, especially post-op. I traveled all the way from Humble, Tx because of the positive reviews (I’m originally from California and didn’t know any dentists out here), and I wasn’t disappointed. the 35 min drive was worth it to be taken care of by such friendly and capable people.

Such nice dentists and hygenists! I was apprehensive going in, since every dentist appointment I’ve had has left me in a stupor of incompetence. I often feel that I’m not doing as much with my teeth as I should. And, each time I go to the dentist, it’s like I’m getting reprimanded as if I were a child. After reading the reviews, I decided to try this place out and ditch my old dentist. Their kindness was baffling. Truly baffling. The receptionist, the hygienist, and even the dentist were all kind. They didn’t sit there and list my flaws, my issues, and taunt me about how my teeth will eventually rot away. They explained X-rays to me! I have NEVER had a dental practice explain X-rays to me! I was able to see exactly where the gum line and bones (teeth) were and what I needed to work on! Perhaps I’m a visual person, but this little lesson in what the dentist was looking for, going to do, and expect of me was so clear! I had never felt so part of my clean up! This was a fantastic experience, and I’ll see them in 6 months!

i, like most, hate going to any kind of dr and dealing with the staff that works for them but here @ urban dental is a whole different world.. this is what service is all about, this is what you WANT when you pay hard earned $$$ for service(hopefully you have insurance though, lol) the staff and the dr are cool as hell here!!! real cool relaxing atmosphere, no strange vibes and total professional care!!!

So if you are struggling to find a great dentist in the Midtown area, consider your search to be over. Dr. Moon and his staff are truly the best. The receptionists are SO friendly, and thorough. They are also very helpful with explaining to you what your insurance covers and why something may cost more, etc. If you call and they tell you he’s booked out for checkups/cleanings for like 4 months, do NOT be alarmed. Thy get cancellations all the time and they may call you on a Tuesday and say “hey someone canceled for tomorrow. Want this spot?” So if you take a look at my past reviews for other dentists, you might see the following words: horrible, crying, painful, agreeing to things under false pretenses, scam, yadda yadda yadda. In short, I’ve had a lot of nightmare experiences with dentists that have left me traumatized and anxious. Dr. Moon did two fillings for me yesterday and they were absolutely pain free. He’s also a super funny guy. Not like, knock-knock-who’s-there funny but mostly just clever and witty. Can I also say how nice it is to NOT have unnecessary products pushed on you? Floss made me buy this stupid expensive mouthwash and Dr. Moon said that’s only prescribed to people with straight up intense gum disease. Also I grind my teeth and told him I use a commercial off the shelf guard that works fine. He took a look at it and its placement on my teeth and said “well, whatever works. I recommend the custom one, but this would be fine for now.” Unlike most dentists that sing a tune more like “BUY THE CUSTOM BITEGUARD OR ELSE!!!” In summary, I’m glad I found Dr. Moon and his great staff at Urban Dental. The other reviews are no joke– this place is legit, and is no-frills. It’s a family owned business. Dr. Moons wife was my hygienist and she was awesome! I’ve walked out of cleanings before crying with bloody gums and hating my life, but leaving Dr. Moon’s, even with a numb mouth, is like walking on sunshine.

Dr. Moon and his staff are a breath of fresh air. My husband and I have been going to him based on his great yelp reviews and they definitely lived up to the hype! In brief, all of their stuff is technological on par with the times. Digital x-rays and medical notes keep everything easily accessible and easily transferrable to referrals. Dr. Moon reminds me of my brother-in-law in that you are comfortable around him, he’s funny in a dry sort of way, and he’s happy to stick around only as long as he has to. My absolute favorite thing about Dr. Moon is that he told me on the topic of my impeding cavity filling: “I’m just like you, I don’t want to work if I don’t have to, I’m only going to what I think is absolutely necessary” If there is a problem though, he doesn’t give up to find out what the issue it. I had a tooth ache and thought it was a result of a poor job he might have done on a filling :/ He tried a number of times to shave down teethe here and there to address the issue. Only come to find out, the tooth ache was on a completely different tooth and due to a tiny cavity that he spotted and fixed on the spot. Also, I am a total wuzz when it comes to shots, with Dr. Moon, I had no idea he had injected me three times with local! Just voice your hesitation and he will handle it. Also, he made a GREAT referral for getting my wisdom teeth out. Also, the entire staff is super friendly and accommodating. He’s good, so if you do start going to him, just be prepared to wait. His next free cleaning appointment will be no less than a month from the day you call. If you do have specialty services (I got my tooth internally bleached) he keeps appointments to see you on a two day basis for checkups. Lots of good “Alsos” up there. Tram out!

The reviews are true. Urban Dental is 5-stars all the way. I hadn’t been to the dentist in longer than I’d like to admit. But the staff – from the receptionists to the dental hygienists to Dr. Moon himself – were all friendly, thorough and informative. And they did not up-sell one bit. I was concerned about my still-there wisdom teeth, the possibility of braces and questionable cavities. But Dr. Moon insisted it wasn’t necessary since I take good care of my grill. Woot. If you’re looking for a new dentist, call Urban Dental now. They book up months in advance. I called early November and wasn’t able to get an appointment til late January 2013. However, I was placed on the wait-list and they squeezed me in just two days after my phone call. I was lucky. So I wouldn’t expect something like this to happen again, so I was sure to book my next cleaning when I was there.

We loved Dr Moon! Past-tense b/c we have moved out of the area. (I thought I had written a year ago, and just realized I didn’t). Dr Moon was the second dentist we went to see in the area after a bad experience with another nearby dentist (you can find my review of them, too). THIS OFFICE AND DOCTOR ARE AMAZING! Great customer service, great bedside manner (of the dentist), great office vibe. Dr Moon is very conservative with dental work, and will only drill when he believes absolutely necessary. Not pushy at all with dental work, and very knowledgable. I had questions about my TMJ, and he gave a great (verbal) outline of what he thought should happen for treatment. Highly recommend him for your dental needs.

I was one of those people who would never go to a dentist who didn’t provide the nitrous oxide before the dreaded numbing shots, until I met Dr. Moon. In my search for a dentist close to home, I’d already been disappointed by a couple. Certain I’d need to visit a dozen more because I’m so picky, I went to my first appointment at Urban Dental in need of a root canal. I was absolutely terrified, so when Dr. Moon informed me he doesn’t do the gas I was ready to bolt. Amazingly, he was somehow able to coax me into staying (I have NO idea how), but in the end I never felt one bit of pain. Since then, I happily make appointments and never feel nervous or afraid. (That’s saying A LOT!) I figured I was doomed to spend the rest of my life terrified of dentist visits. I couldn’t be happier and more relieved now that I’ve found a trustworthy, caring, friendly dentist. Thank you, Dr. Moon!

I have been a patient of Dr. Moon’s for many years and he is the best dentist I have ever come across. Not only is he a skilled dentist, but he is very efficient and spends time when needed. The work that he does is always top-notch and the professional suggestions always spot on. I originally came to him for a second opinion from another dentist that basically told me I needed a ton of work. Whereas the other DDS was trying to pad the bill, Dr. Moon was honest and essentially told me that none of the suggestions that she made were necessary. It was refreshing to see a Dentist that is not only a true professional but also honest. I have been a patient ever since.

The plan for the day is ‘No Pain’.” This is what Dr. Moon said to me while in the chair for my root canal. That plan was executed successfully. Alright, I’m a big baby at the dentist, I’ll admit. The thought of a standard cleaning makes me jittery. But Dr. Moon and his staff do a great job calming the nerves. I hadn’t taken the time to find a dentist since moving back to Houston, preferring to travel and visit my old dentist, but when my tooth flared up and I needed an emergency visit, I scoured the reviews and found Dr. Moon. Yelp certainly didn’t let me down on this one, Dr. Moon and his practice are definitely 5 stars. It starts by meeting with Tracy, the sweetest person alive, at the reception desk. She walked me through filling out my forms, answered all the questions I had about them. Next up, Damary came in and helped me with my x-rays. And I do mean help. My tooth was so painful that I couldn’t hold the plate in place, so she held it there for me while taking the picture. Dr. Moon came in next, introduced himself, gave me an examination, and explained it to me straight: Alright, you need a root canal, but to be honest, I can’t kill the pain in that tooth today. You hear the stories about the horrible root canals that hurt and leave you knocked out for days? That’d be yours if we did it right now. Let’s hold off for a few days and let it calm down a bit.” The guy is great. Honest, direct, patient, and concerned with your comfort. Give Dr. Moon a visit and you won’t ever look back.

I am a LONG time patient of Dr. Moon’s. When I started with them, I was not all that regular with my dental care–if it ain’t broke…–however, they are so easy to deal with that I now do regular checkups and cleanings. I’ve had old fillings replaced and other procedures and everything has gone smoothly. I am needle-phobic and DREAD getting the numbing needle but Dr. Moon does a great job of distracting me. Tracy is a gem at the front desk: patient, professional and welcoming. Damary stays on top of my coverage. I had a few different hygienists over the years and all are stellar. I never thought I would enjoy the dentist, but this works for me! Also big bonus points for NOT wasting my time by keeping me waiting beyond my scheduled appointment time. It’s rare to find that in the medical profession. I’ve recommended them to many of my dental fearing friends and all have been pleased.

I have been going to Dr. Moon since he opened his practice. Past fears from bad denistry have long since been erased, due to Dr Moon and all his happy staff and pleasent surroundings. Conservative and thorough approach with him and the hygenist. I now live an hour away and continue to see him. Thanks Urban Dental for the years of great service!

So did quite a bit of research before moving to Urban Dental. The main reason for my move was because the previous place I went to was located where I grew up at down south. The reviews are pretty much on point here. The staff is extemely nice, kind of unreal nice, like unhumanly nice. Most, if not all are female and not too bad on the eyes too I have to admit. Dr. Moon is very personable and easy to talk to. He takes his time reviewing xrays and concerns with you. I really liked the patient onboarding process with the current status documented on file for historical purposes. They track gum level, cavities, etc. My cleaning was the least painful I’ve ever had. I usually walk out with bloody painful gums but not from here! It’s hard to say if this place is great for serious dental work but for my cleaning it was an excellent experience.

Going to the dentist doesn’t rate too high on my list of favorite things. After a particularly nightmarish journey into one of those chain places off I-10 (from the insane wait time to the cockroach that I spotted hanging around my foot), I ended up making an appointment with Urban Dental based on Jenny W’s review. I can’t say enough good things about Dr. Moon and his staff (Tracy, Damary, and Thuy). Everybody was extremely friendly. Everything went smoothly and I was outta there within the hour. Dr. Moon is very personable and had some good tips about restaurants and food in Houston. The office is bright and relaxing. Going to the dentist was as painless as it can get. I’ve been going there ever since.

Dr. Michael Moon was referred to me by a friend. I usually have serious trust issues with dentists, but I trust Dr. Moon. Dr. Moon is more on the conservative side when it comes to additional dental work. Before coming to Dr. Moon, I visited 2 other dentists who tried to convince me to replace fillings… fillings that had been put in place in the last few years. Dr. Moon advised no additional work was needed, especially since I was not feeling pain and my x-rays looked fine. Also, his staff does a really good job of validating insurance coverage. They ensure your routine check ups will not cost you a dime, and they waive the difference. His dental hygienists and staff are friendly, personable, and professional. The hygienists are very good about making you and your mouth comfortable — which doesn’t always happen at the dentist!

Wow, the best dentist I’ve ever had! I don’t hate going to the dentist, but somehow it fell through the crack when I got married and moved from Chicago to Houston. I also travel a lot for work, so I usually can’t plan ahead when I’ll be in town and available for an appointment. On a recent Tuesday, I found myself in town and working from our downtown office. Using my insurance provider’s website, I found Dr. Moon. Of course, I cross-referenced Yelp as well before I gave the office a call. The receptionist with whom I spoke was the most pleasant and patient receptionist I’ve even encountered. Although nothing was available this week, she set me up with the first available Friday appointment (which was over a month out). I described my travel/work situation, and asked her to please keep me in mind if anything opened up in the next couple of days while I was in town. Sure enough, not even 15 minutes after I called, the receptionist called me back to let me know that there was an opening the same day for a noon appointment. SCORE! I made my way over to their location in Midtown (the strip mall between Bagby and Brazos at McGowen). Upon entering, I filled out a few new patient forms. At noon, I was escorted back to an exam room where I was met by Dr. Moon’s assistant. She took a quick look at my teeth before taking a full set of x-rays. Once the x-rays were ready, Dr. Moon came in. I was lucky enough on this visit to have Dr. Moon himself do my cleaning. Since it had been a while since my last cleaning, Dr. Moon had to spend some extra time cleaning, but he took it like a champ, all the while explaining everything he was doing. Later, his wife (also a dental hygienist) finished up with my polishing and flossing and handed me a goodie bag on my way out. Dr. Moon and his entire staff are all very friendly, and this was one of my most pleasant dentist visits ever. See ya in December, Dr. Moon!

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