Houston Children's Dental Center

Dr. Officer LaRee Johnson, DDS, MS · Dr. John Gober, DDS · Dr. Ketan Sukkawala, DDS · Dr. Stephen Wilson, DMD · Dr. Lam

4.1604 Google reviews

3800 N Shepherd Dr Ste B, Houston, TX 77018, United States · more dentists in Houston Heights

  • 604Google reviews
  • 2treatments on record
  • ♿wheelchair accessible

About Houston Children's Dental Center

Houston Children's Dental Center is a dental practice in Houston Heights, located at 3800 N Shepherd Dr Ste B, Houston, TX 77018. Dentists on record here include Dr. Officer LaRee Johnson, DDS, MS, Dr. John Gober, DDS, Dr. Ketan Sukkawala, DDS and Dr. Stephen Wilson, DMD. Patients have given it a 4.1 star average from 604 Google reviews. That ranks it 64th of 67 rated dentists in Houston Heights by rating, a little under the 4.8 area average.

Treatments on record include general dentistry and pediatric dentistry. Listed opening hours are Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm, closed Saturday to Sunday. The entrance and facilities are listed as wheelchair accessible.

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What patients say about Houston Children's Dental Center

Patients have left 604 Google reviews for Houston Children's Dental Center, and the average sits at 4.1 stars. The compliments that repeat are about how the team treats children and friendly staff, and several people bring up clear explanations too.

Reviews call out staff by name, and Karen in particular collects the thanks. Visits with children are a recurring topic, and parents mostly describe them going smoothly. Not every note is glowing. The most repeated criticism concerns how the team treats children, so it is worth raising that directly when you book.

How the team treats childrenFriendly staff

Summary written from recurring themes in public Google reviews, paraphrased rather than copied.

Recent Google reviews

Apr 2026
I would highly recommend Houston Children's Dental Center. I came with my daughter all the way from Livingston for a consultation appointment and I was very nervous. The nurse Melinda was absolutely wonderful and so kind. Dr. Derrick was also great and explained everything and made me feel at ease!
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Jul 2026
Karen at the front desk is very professional, courteous and patient. Parking is limit but its not horrible. The booking for appointments is easy, the building is wheel chair accessible, its clean, kid friendly, free wifi and spacious.
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Jul 2026
Norma was very kind, informative to me the parent. She was especially nice to my son giving him confort and answering his kid questions as well in a kind and loving manner. Doctor was very kind and knowledgeable.
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The dentists here

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Dr. Lam

Dentist at Houston Children's Dental Center

Treatments offered

Treatments listed on Houston Children's Dental Center's public profile and confirmed in patient reviews. Fees vary by case and coverage, so ask the office for a written estimate after your exam.

Accessibility and amenities

Accessibility

  • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • On-site services available

Amenities

  • Has toilet

Planning

  • Appointment required
  • Appointments recommended

Payments

  • Accepts credit cards
  • Accepts debit cards
  • Accepts NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Paid parking lot

From the practice's public Google business profile.

Questions about Houston Children's Dental Center

Is Houston Children's Dental Center good?

Patients rate Houston Children's Dental Center 4.1 stars across 604 public Google reviews, and the strength they mention most is how the team treats children. The ranked neighborhood list on this site shows how that compares to nearby offices.

What do patients complain about at Houston Children's Dental Center?

The most repeated criticism concerns how the team treats children, which comes up in 3 recent reviews. Raising it directly when you book usually prevents surprises, and it gives the office a fair chance to explain how they handle it now.

Is Houston Children's Dental Center a good choice for nervous patients?

Three of the 10 recent Google reviews we read come from people who describe dental anxiety, and each of them left a positive review. Tell the office you are anxious when you book, since most practices can slow the pace or discuss sedation options.

Is Houston Children's Dental Center good with children?

Nine of the 10 recent Google reviews we read mention children or family visits, and six of those are positive. Parents who bring kids should ask whether the dentist sees young children routinely or refers them to a pediatric specialist.

What do patients say about billing and insurance at Houston Children's Dental Center?

One of the 10 recent Google reviews we read talks about cost, billing or insurance, and it is not critical. Even so, ask for a written estimate and check your coverage before larger work.

What are the staff like at Houston Children's Dental Center?

Five of the 10 recent Google reviews we read comment on the team, and four are positive. Patients name Karen in particular. A few mention waiting longer than expected, so ask about typical wait times.

Where is Houston Children's Dental Center located?

Houston Children's Dental Center is at 3800 N Shepherd Dr Ste B, Houston, TX 77018, in Houston Heights. Use the map on this page for directions, and check parking or validation with the office when you book.

What are Houston Children's Dental Center's opening hours?

Listed hours are Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm, closed Saturday to Sunday. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead before visiting.

Is Houston Children's Dental Center wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The practice's public profile lists wheelchair-accessible features: has wheelchair-accessible car park, has wheelchair-accessible entrance, has wheelchair-accessible toilet.

What treatments does Houston Children's Dental Center offer?

On record: general dentistry, pediatric dentistry. Fees depend on your case and coverage, so ask the office for a written estimate after an exam.

How do I book an appointment at Houston Children's Dental Center?

Call +1 713-814-4717 or book through the practice website linked on this page. Mention whether you are a new patient and if the visit is urgent, since many offices keep same day slots for emergencies.

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