Dental care designed around you
From a routine cleaning to a complex implant, most of what your family needs happens right here under one roof — explained in plain language by Dr. Minh Nguyen and team. No judgment. No pressure. No surprises.
We hold time every day for dental emergencies — call us first, then come straight in.
Dr. Nguyen organizes care the way patients actually think about it — by what you're trying to take care of, not by clinical specialty names. Pick the section that sounds like your situation. If you'd rather see the technical names (Endodontics, Prosthodontics, Periodontics), they're still here — we just put plain English first.
01 Everyday care for the whole family
The routine visits that keep small problems from becoming big ones — and the gentle fixes when life chips a tooth.
Cleanings & Prevention
Exams, digital X-rays, gentle cleanings, fluoride, and sealants — for kids, teens, and adults.
Learn more →Fillings & Crowns
Tooth-colored fillings, plus same-day crowns milled in-office on our MCXL unit.
Learn more →Gum Disease Treatment
From deep cleanings (scaling & root planing) to advanced gum surgery — caught early, very treatable.
Learn more →02 Something's wrong — let's fix it
When a tooth hurts, is cracked, or has to come out, these are the gentle, save-the-tooth-first treatments we use.
Root Canal Treatment
The treatment that stops tooth pain — guided by a Leica microscope and 3D imaging.
Learn more →Tooth Extractions & Oral Surgery
Gentle simple and surgical extractions — including wisdom teeth, planned with 3D imaging.
Learn more →Emergency Dental Care
Pain, swelling, a broken or knocked-out tooth — call first, then come straight in. We hold room daily.
Get help now →03 Replace a missing tooth or teeth
From one missing tooth to a full smile — we plan each option in 3D and walk you through it honestly, so you can decide.
Dental Implants
Natural-looking, long-lasting tooth replacement — including options when bone is limited.
Learn more →Dentures & Bridges
Full, partial, and implant-supported dentures, plus bridges — digitally fitted for comfort.
Learn more →04 Straighten or enhance your smile
Cosmetic and orthodontic care for grown-ups and kids — natural-looking results, planned and previewed before we begin.
Braces & Invisalign
Traditional braces and Invisalign clear aligners, planned with iTero digital scanning. Invisalign provider since 2003 — over 20 years of treatment experience.
Learn more →Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, bonding, and natural-looking veneers — designed so your smile still looks like you.
Learn more →05 The technology behind the care
Dr. Nguyen treats every piece of equipment as a long-term investment in patient care — not a marketing claim. Here's what we use, when we added it, and why each one matters.
MCXL in-office milling
2016Same-day ceramic crowns, designed by Dr. Nguyen chair-side and milled in about 15 minutes. No outside lab, no temporary crown.
iTero digital scanner
2018A 3D scan instead of goopy mold trays — for crowns, dentures, bridges, and Invisalign.
Anatomage Cone-beam CT
20213D imaging for implant planning, complex root canals, and wisdom-tooth surgery — far more detail than a flat X-ray.
Leica M320 surgical microscope
2018Magnification down to the millimeter for root canals, crown fit, and delicate restorations.
Digital X-ray
2012Up to 90% less radiation than traditional film X-rays — and images Dr. Nguyen can review with you on screen the same visit.
In-house 3D printing
added 2021Surgical guides, study models, retainers, and Invisalign aligners — printed on our Formlabs resin printer, designed chair-side by Dr. Nguyen.
SoftDental in-house lab
since 1993Most dental offices send crowns, bridges, and prosthetics to an outside lab. Ours are built in our own lab — every case checked by Dr. Nguyen personally.
Learn more about our technology →
Inside our office & our work
A look at where you'll be cared for — and what we see before complex procedures begin. Each operatory has the same equipment Dr. Nguyen uses every visit: Leica microscope, digital X-ray, and 3D imaging on hand.
06 Why patients keep choosing us
Years in Houston
Dr. Nguyen has cared for Houston families since 1993 — many across three generations.
CBCT imaging
Every implant, root canal, and wisdom-tooth case planned in 3D for precision and safety.
Same-day crown
In-office MCXL milling means many crowns are done in a single visit — no temporary.
Languages spoken
Care explained clearly in English, Tiếng Việt, and Español — nothing gets lost in translation.
Common questions
I'm not sure which service I need — where do I start?
Do you accept new patients?
I'm in pain right now — what should I do?
Do you treat children?
Not sure where to start? We'll guide you.
Request an appointment online, or call the office. Tell us what's going on — we'll point you to the right service and the soonest available time.
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This page provides general information about the services available at SoftDental and is not medical advice. The right treatment for your situation depends on an exam. SoftDental protects your health information in line with HIPAA.