Cura Smiles

The team offers flexible scheduling, including some evening and Saturday availability, and aims to make each visit a positive and personalized experience.

Dentist: Dr. Mena Bishara

• Has practiced dentistry since 2009.
• Earned a DMD degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV).
• Completed three externship rotations at independent schools and hospitals in oral surgery.
• Languages spoken: English, Spanish, Arabic and French.

Treatment philosophy

• Emphasis on conservative dentistry that preserves as much natural tooth structure as possible.
• Minimally invasive treatment approach designed to reduce discomfort and maintain tooth strength.
• Use of advanced dental technology and equipment to make treatments more efficient, comfortable and effective.
• Comprehensive dental care offered in one practice location, reducing the need for outside referrals for many common treatments.

Patient focus

• Welcoming environment designed to support patient comfort.
• New patients are welcome.
• The practice serves patients in and around Houston's Galleria area.

Restorative dentistry

• Dental fillings
• Dental crowns
• Dental inlays and onlays
• Root canals
• Tooth extractions
• Dental implants

Cosmetic dentistry

• Dental veneers
• Teeth whitening
• Invisalign clear aligner treatment

Periodontal and gum-related care

• Gum treatments for periodontal (gum) disease
• Halitosis (bad breath) treatment

Sleep-related treatment

• Sleep apnea treatment

Service area

• Services are provided at the Cura Smiles clinic in the Galleria area of Houston, Texas.

Patients who plan to use dental insurance should bring their insurance information to their first appointment so the office can bill correctly and help them receive their maximum benefits.

Payment and financing options

• In addition to insurance, Cura Smiles accepts CareCredit.
• The practice also offers financing through Lending Club.

These options are intended to make treatment more affordable by offering flexible payment arrangements.

Notes

• Specific coverage details, co-pays and out-of-pocket costs depend on each patient's individual insurance plan and any financing terms.
• For exact information about coverage, costs or payment schedules, patients should contact the Cura Smiles office directly or their insurance/financing provider.

The practice is located in Houston's Galleria area.

Contact details

• Phone: 832-862-8509
• Alternate phone: (832) 767-3331
• Email: info@mycurasmiles.com

Office hours

• Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Saturday: By appointment only
• Sunday: Closed

New patients and appointments

• The practice is accepting new patients.
• Appointments can be booked by phone or through the online "Book an Appointment" option on the Cura Smiles website.

• Chronic bad breath
• Receding gums
• Tender gums
• Inflamed gums
• Bleeding gums
• Loose teeth
• Tooth loss

Patients who notice any of these symptoms are advised to schedule an appointment promptly so the condition can be assessed and treated.

Gum treatments offered

The practice offers non-surgical periodontal treatments, including:

• Teeth scaling – Thorough cleaning of the teeth using specialized tools to remove plaque and tartar from above and below the gumline.
• Root planing – Smoothing the tooth roots to provide a deep cleaning and allow the gums to reattach and heal more effectively.

Importance of early treatment

Untreated periodontal disease can increase the risk of infection and tooth loss and may lead to more complex and costly treatment needs. Regular dental visits help detect early signs of gum disease so they can be addressed before the condition becomes more advanced.

Appointments

Cura Smiles welcomes new and existing patients who need evaluation or treatment for gum disease. Patients can contact the office to schedule gum treatment in Houston, TX.

• Appointment reminders and follow-up messages
• Alerts or information related to general dentistry services provided by Cura Smiles

Consent and opting in

• Patients opt in to receive SMS messages as part of the consent process described in the practice's Terms of Service.
• Texting "Start" to the practice's telephone number is one way to opt in to receive messages from Cura Smiles. By subscribing, patients agree to receive appointment reminders, follow-up messages and emergency alerts. Message frequency may vary.

Opting out and getting help

• To stop receiving SMS messages, patients can text "STOP" to the practice's telephone number at any time. After this, they will no longer receive SMS messages unless they opt in again.
• To get assistance, patients can text "HELP" to the practice's telephone number or contact the office by phone or email.

Messaging charges and privacy

• Message and data rates may apply, depending on the patient's mobile plan.
• Information obtained as part of the SMS consent process is not shared with third parties.
• For full details, patients can review the Cura Smiles Privacy Policy and Terms of Service on the practice website.

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