Convenient Access from The Heights
Families searching for a dentist near The Heights can keep their care inside the neighborhood they already know. SMYL Dentistry sits on N Shepherd Dr in Houston, at the southwest corner of the Heights, and most households reach us in about 5 minutes on local streets. Two dentists, a hygiene team and a calm, boutique-style office wait at the end of that short drive.
From the Heights Neighborhood Library at 1302 Heights Blvd., the trip is 1.6 miles and usually takes about 5 minutes. Follow Heights Boulevard to W 11th St and turn west, then work south on Ashland St and Waverly St before taking W 6th St west to N Shepherd Dr. Our office is on the east side of Shepherd at that corner, about a quarter mile north of I-10, at 600 N Shepherd Dr Ste. 164, Houston, TX 77007. Rush hour adds some time, though this route stays on Heights streets and never joins the freeway.
Because N Shepherd Dr is the western boundary of Houston Heights, the practice is part of the neighborhood rather than a trip away from it. The M-K-T Trail crosses Shepherd just north of the office, and Lawrence Park lies a short distance to the northeast. We also welcome patients from Woodland Heights, east of Studewood, and in Timbergrove, along White Oak Bayou.
A Neighborhood Practice for Houston Heights Households
The Heights began in 1891 as one of the early planned communities in Texas, a streetcar suburb laid out by Oscar Martin Carter's Omaha and South Texas Land Company. Heights Boulevard, its grand entrance, followed in 1892. The community ran its own affairs until it agreed to annexation by Houston at the end of the 1910s. Its city hall and fire station went up in 1914 at 12th St. and Yale St. and later served as a Houston fire station until 1995.
Today Victorian houses along the boulevard share blocks with early bungalows, careful renovations and newer homes built since the 1990s. Whatever kind of Heights home you live in, your priorities for your teeth are your own. Our dentists plan treatment around the person in the chair rather than a standard package.
Cleanings are handled by our registered dental hygienists. Paige, RDH, BSDH, trained in dental hygiene at UT Health and earned her bachelor's at the University of Houston. Grace, RDH, grew up in East Texas and has called Houston home since 2019. Nathalie, our office manager and co-founder, keeps the office running and helps Heights families line up appointments.
The practice also promises something many patients value: no upselling. Our dentists explain what they see, show you the options and leave the final decision with you. For a neighborhood that takes pride in restoring what is worth keeping, that patient-led approach tends to feel familiar.
What Heights Patients Should Know Before Booking
Downtown Houston is only about 4 miles southeast, so for anyone working there the clock matters. We open at 7:00 AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays, which can let you finish a cleaning and still start the workday on time. Monday and Wednesday hours run from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Tuesday and Thursday close at 4:00 PM.
If a crown is part of your plan, our CAD/CAM system often lets the team design, mill and place it in a single visit. That saves a second trip and a second morning away from work. For implant planning, cone beam 3D imaging gives our dentists a detailed view of the bone before any treatment begins.
The Heights sits inside Loop 610 in Harris County. The Houston Heights Association describes it as bounded by I-10 to the south, N Shepherd Dr to the west, Loop 610 to the north and N Main St or Studewood to the east. Anywhere inside those lines, the drive to our door is short enough to fit around a school run or a lunch break.
The City's Greater Heights Super Neighborhood page lists Love Park on W 12th St, Milroy Park on Yale St and the esplanade park along Heights Boulevard. With the office this close to those parks and to the Heights library, a checkup can slot neatly into an ordinary errand day on the north side of I-10.
Care Close to Home from Your Dentist Near The Heights
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Mac's postdoctoral training includes smile design, so a cosmetic plan starts with a conversation about the result you want. Options include GLO Science whitening, porcelain veneers, gum contouring and full smile makeovers.
Restorative Dentistry
Worn fillings, cracked teeth and aging dental work can all be repaired close to home. We rebuild teeth with tooth-colored fillings, bridges and dental crowns, and crowns are often finished in one appointment.
Dental Implants
A missing tooth can be replaced with an implant that is placed and restored right here. Dr. Mac carries the practice's Cosmetic & Implant Dentist title and has extensive training in implant placement.
Preventative Dentistry
Regular cleanings and exams keep small problems small. New patients without insurance and without gum disease can begin with our $79 Cleaning, Exam & X-Ray.
Sedation Dentistry
Nitrous oxide and oral conscious sedation help anxious patients relax through their visit. Ceiling-mounted TVs let you watch a favorite Netflix show while the team works.
Meet Your Houston Dental Team
Dr. Mitchell Mactier, known to patients as Dr. Mac, is a proud Houston native who earned his dental degree at the University of Texas. His postdoctoral training centers on smile design, restorations and implant placement. He practices alongside Dr. Christina Vu, DMD, who brings more than 10 years of experience in general and cosmetic dentistry.
Insurance, SMYL Club & Financing
We work with a multitude of insurance providers, file your claims and give you a cost breakdown before treatment starts. Without coverage, the SMYL Club costs $354 a year and bundles two cleanings, two exams, one emergency exam and unlimited x-rays. Cherry financing can help with larger treatment plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is SMYL Dentistry from The Heights, and how do I get there?
SMYL Dentistry is 1.6 miles from the Heights Neighborhood Library, about a 5-minute drive. Take Heights Boulevard to W 11th St, head west, then follow Ashland St, Waverly St and W 6th St to N Shepherd Dr. Anyone wanting a dentist near The Heights without freeway driving will like that the whole route stays on neighborhood streets.
Can I get a crown in a single visit?
Often, yes. Our CAD/CAM technology lets our dentists design, mill and place many crowns and bridges during one appointment, so you avoid coming back a second time. Whether your tooth qualifies depends on what the exam shows, and we will tell you before treatment if a two-visit approach makes more sense for you.
What does the SMYL Club membership include?
The SMYL Club costs $354 per year and includes two cleanings, two exams, one emergency exam and unlimited x-rays, plus savings on other procedures such as fillings and crowns. Your SMYL Club membership activates the same day you join, with no deductibles or yearly maximums. You make one annual payment, and the price assumes healthy gums.
Do you offer appointments before the workday starts?
Yes. We open at 7:00 AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays, so a cleaning or checkup can be done before many offices open. Monday and Wednesday hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can book online through the Book Now buttons on our website or call the front desk to choose a time that works.
Do your dentists place dental implants?
Yes. Dr. Mac is the practice's Cosmetic & Implant Dentist and has extensive postdoctoral training in implant placement. Cone beam 3D imaging helps plan each implant before the procedure. We can replace a single missing tooth or use implants to support a denture, and your consultation covers the options and costs first.
Schedule Your Visit from The Heights
A dentist near The Heights should be easy to reach, and ours is about five minutes from Heights Boulevard. Call 281-823-7943 or use the Book Now button on our site. See every neighborhood we serve on the Areas We Serve page, or visit the Dentist Houston, TX homepage to learn more about the practice.