This office was formerly known as Heather M. Wilmore, DDS and as Heather M. Wilmore & Cuong Ho DDS. We now welcome you as Uptown Houston Smiles at the same address with the same clinical team.

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Understanding Payment Options for Dental Treatment

Front desk and consultation area where patients discuss treatment plans and payment options.

Dental treatment costs and payment options in Houston. Transparent planning at Uptown Houston Smiles.

Needed dentistry should not stall because of upfront cost. Our team provides written estimates, explains insurance benefits when applicable, and outlines third-party financing for qualified patients who prefer monthly payments.

Phasing treatment

We can often sequence care by urgency—addressing infection or pain first, then cosmetics or elective upgrades later. Clear priorities protect health and spread investment over time.

Questions to ask at your consult

  • What does insurance likely cover?
  • Are there alternative procedures with different fees?
  • What happens if an unexpected step is needed mid-treatment?

Related care at our Houston office: Request a treatment estimate.

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