Looking for a Black Dentist in Houston? Meet Dr. Sharel Sly
Plenty of Houston patients type "Black dentist near me" into a search bar and hope something local shows up. If you live in the Museum District, Third Ward, Midtown, or anywhere inside the Inner Loop, the answer is closer than you might think. Our office, Hermann Park Smiles, sits at 5927 Almeda Rd Suite J in the 77004 zip code, and it is led by Dr. Sharel Sly, a Black woman dentist who owns the practice.
For some patients that detail is a footnote. For others it is the whole reason they pick up the phone. We understand both, and either way you are in the same chair getting the same care.
Why patients search for a Black dentist
Some patients want a dentist who shares their background because it makes the appointment feel less clinical and more like a conversation. Others make a point of supporting Black-owned businesses in Houston, and a dental office is one more place to do that. Dr. Sly built this practice herself and treats patients here every week. When you ask a question about your treatment plan, the owner is the one answering it.
We never lead with identity as a selling point. The dentistry has to stand on its own. But representation matters in health care, and if it matters to you, you should know who we are before you book.
A neighborhood office near Hermann Park
Our office sits on Almeda Rd in the Museum District, a short drive from Hermann Park and the Texas Medical Center. Patients walk in from Third Ward and Midtown, ride the METRORail Red Line to stops near the Museum District, or come by after a shift in the Medical Center. Students from Texas Southern University, the University of Houston, and Rice University fill a steady part of our schedule too, especially around semester breaks.
Being this close to the Medical Center means many of our patients work in health care themselves. They ask sharp questions. We like that.
The care we provide
We are a family and cosmetic dentistry office, so one location can handle most of what your household needs. You can read the full list on our dental services page for Houston patients, but here is the short version:
- Cleanings and exams for every age in the house
- Veneers and teeth whitening for cosmetic goals
- Invisalign clear aligners
- Dental implants and dentures for missing teeth
- Wisdom teeth extraction and oral surgery
- Pediatric care for kids
- Sedation dentistry for nervous patients
- Emergency visits during office hours
Houston tap water is fluoridated, which helps between visits, but it does not replace a cleaning and exam. If it has been more than six months, that is your sign.
Ozone therapy, a different approach
One thing that sets our office apart is medical-grade ozone therapy. It is a biological approach that supports treatment of cavities and gum disease and supports healing after oral surgery. If you are curious about it, ask at your next exam and Dr. Sly will explain how it fits into your care.
Hours and how to book
We are open Monday through Thursday from 9am to 5pm and Friday from 9am to 2pm. We are closed on weekends, so if a tooth starts hurting on a Saturday, call when we open Monday morning and we will plan an emergency visit during office hours.
Houston summers are long and humid, and hurricane season runs June through November. If a storm shifts our schedule, we handle rescheduling by phone, so keep our number saved: (713) 522-1717.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hermann Park Smiles a Black-owned dental practice?
Yes. Dr. Sharel Sly is a Black woman dentist and the owner of Hermann Park Smiles. She leads the clinical care at our office on Almeda Rd in Houston's Museum District. Patients who want to support a Black-owned practice, or who simply feel more at ease with a dentist who shares their background, are welcome here, and so is everyone else.
What services do you offer at your Houston office?
We provide family and cosmetic dentistry under one roof. That includes cleanings and exams, veneers, teeth whitening, Invisalign, dental implants, dentures, pediatric care, wisdom teeth extraction, oral surgery, sedation dentistry, and emergency visits during office hours. We also offer medical-grade ozone therapy, a biological approach that supports treatment of cavities and gum disease and healing after oral surgery.
Do you treat children as well as adults?
Yes. We see kids for pediatric care alongside their parents, which saves Museum District and Third Ward families from booking at two different offices. Many parents schedule back-to-back visits so the whole household is finished in one trip down Almeda. If your child is nervous about the dentist, tell us when you book and we will pace the visit to match.
How do I get to your office without a car?
We are at 5927 Almeda Rd Suite J in the 77004 zip code, near Hermann Park and the Texas Medical Center. The METRORail Red Line runs close to the Museum District, and many patients ride it from the Medical Center or downtown, then make a short trip over to Almeda. Call us at (713) 522-1717 if you want directions from your stop.
How much does a dental visit cost at your office?
Costs vary with the treatment and your insurance, so we do not post numbers online. Call our front desk at (713) 522-1717 before your visit. We will check your benefits, explain what your plan covers, and go over payment options so nothing surprises you. If you are comparing offices around the Medical Center, we are happy to answer questions before you book.
If you have been looking for a Black dentist in Houston, come meet Dr. Sly and see the office for yourself. Call us at (713) 522-1717 or request a visit through our contact page, and we will find a time that works with your week.