We went to Dr. Allen when first coming to Houston. Before we went to Dr. A, we took our three kids to a highly recommended, 'downtown' dentist who proclaimed that "these kids have numerous cavities and all need to be filled." He gave us an estimate of $900 ( more than a month's salary in those days) for one child's "cavities." We were devastated and had been meticulous about our kid's dental work & took them for 2-a-year cleanings (when 1-a-year was rare). They hadn't had a single cavity before we came to Texas. We met w/ Dr. Allen who assessed each one and declared the so-called "cavities" were normal "fissures" (genetic, like mine) and the minor staining was also "normal" and we scheduled their regular cleanings. FYI, over a period of 30 years our kids have not had a single caviity. Dr.Allen has been our dentist ever since and we can say, without reservation, that Dr. Allen is the best Texas (and Houston). Dr. Allen takes takes insurance, and his his rates are - well - reasonable for the level of care and effeciveness we receive for caps, crowns, and (my) periodic re-fills (from Navy service dental work).. I'm sure you can get cleanings, crowns and dental work for less , but you it will not be better. Keep on keepin'on Doc!
About Hygienist: Dr. A's hygenists are said to first clean Dr. A's teeth and if they have"'good, strong and confident hands' and do a great cleaning job, they get to work there." (Not from Dr. A, but from one of his staff). Some of my favorite hygenists are now gone (married, husbands left Houston, etc), but all have been excellent.
I know this doctor: 30+ years
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