For Patients

UT Dentists is committed to providing the best that dentistry has to offer with quality care that incorporates the latest dental treatments and innovations and the most up-to-date technology. This commitment is supported by a team of expert dentists, dental hygienists and other oral health care providers who can consult with you on virtually every type of dental problem and a philosophy that prevention and education are essential to overall wellness.

icon   Find a Dentist:
     
    Click here to find a General Dentist  or Dental Specialist
     
     
icon   Making an Appointment:
     
   

The UT Dentists clinic is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 713-500-4444 to schedule an appointment. We look forward to meeting your oral health needs.

     
     
icon   Your First Office Visit:
     
   

Take note of the following points and your first office visit to the UT Dentists clinic will be much smoother:

  • Be able to communicate your dental problems and/or symptoms associated with those problems.
  • Be able to communicate any major health conditions or problems you have experienced in the past.
  • Bring as much information and documentation from other dental clinics as possible, such as doctor’s notes, x-rays, etc. These are especially needed for second opinions.
  • Ask questions -- What will today's visit cost me?, What does my dental insurance cover?
     
icon   Billing and Insurance:
     
   

The  UT Dentists clinic is a fee-for-service dental office. All forms of payment are accepted - credit cards, checks, cash. All insurances are accepted. However, Delta Dental is the only in-network insurance provider. The use of any other insurances will require payment at the time of service, which can then be reimbursed by your insurance company at your contracted rate.  

If you have any questions about billing or insurance call 713-500-4444

     
     
icon   Parking Information:
     
   

Parking is available across the street (Garage 6 and 10) for $10 a day. Less expensive parking with shuttle buses is available for $5 a day at the Economy (Brown) Lot (located at 1522 Braeswood Blvd and William C. Harvin Blvd). If using the Economy Lot, we advise you to arrive at the parking lot 20-30 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment.  The Commons Garage Parking provides six levels of visitor parking 24 hours a day and is located at  6550 Bertner Avenue.

Metro buses serve the medical center, most within one block of the Dental Branch. Due to traffic congestion and expense of parking, you may want to check with Metro information (713) 635-4000 for schedules from your area of the city.

     
     
icon    Emergency Care:
     
    If your emergency is life threatening, dial 911 for assistance or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.  If you need emergency care during normal clinic hours or after hours and you are a UT Dentists patient, call 713-500-4444.  Instructions will follow. 
     
     
icon    Patient Rights and Responsibilities:
     
   

If accepted as a patient to the Dental Branch, you have the right to expect:

  • Privacy & Confidentiality regarding health conditions and treatment.
  • Respect & Courtesy in a safe environment.
  • Care that is continuous, complete and high quality.
  • Information that is complete and easy to understand.
  • Participation in decision-making about treatment benefits, risks, and alternatives.
  • Prompt Response to needs, questions, and concerns.
     
icon    Obtaining Medical Records:
     
   

A patient may receive photocopies from the dental record and/or copies of dental radiographs only upon submission of a written authorization signed by the patient or legally authorized representative and payment of any required fee. A separate written authorization must be submitted for each request. Authorizations must be dated within ninety (90) days of the request, utilizing the Consent for Release of Patient Record Information form.

A patient may view the dental record in Dental Records (Room 229) upon complying with above. Such release is by appointment and must be in the presence of an authorized Patient Services staff member.

     
     
icon   Patient Privacy Link:
     
   

UT Dentists protects the privacy of patients’ health information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. Click here to view this information.

 

     
     

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Last Date Updated on October 2, 2009