Bleeding Gums Are Common.
That Doesn't Mean They're Normal.
Gum care at Mi Smile Family Dental on Airline Drive — serving Greenspoint (77060), Aldine (77037 · 77038), Hidden Valley (77088), and all of North Houston. If your gums bleed when you brush or floss, it's your body's quiet way of flagging that something needs attention. It's often the first sign of something very treatable — but the earlier we catch it, the simpler the fix.
Call us and describe your symptoms — our team will schedule your evaluation promptly.
Your Care Team
You're in Experienced, Caring Hands
Every patient gets the same doctor — Dr. Maddipati — not a rotating staff. She trained to understand the whole patient, not just the tooth.
Maddipati
A dentist who chose public health first
Dr. Maddipati earned her Master of Public Health before her dental degree — an unusual path that shapes everything about how she practices. Accessible, honest, kind. She accepts Medicaid because she means it.
Her patients often tell her she's the first dentist who made them feel truly at ease. That's not an accident — it's the whole point.
What your visit looks like — from the moment you call:
A real conversation — not a form
You call, we answer, and you tell us what you're feeling. No automated systems, no hold music.
Dr. Maddipati listens before she examines
She wants to hear your story first — when it started, how it feels, what worries you. Your words guide the examination.
A gentle, unhurried exam
She examines with care and takes an X-ray if it helps clarify the picture. She tells you what she's doing as she goes — no surprises.
Everything explained in plain language
Before anything is recommended, she tells you what she found — in English or Spanish. You decide, at your own pace.
Patient Voices
What Our Patients Say
These are the moments that matter most — when a patient leaves feeling heard, cared for, and better than when they walked in.
"I called in the morning and they got me in the same day. Dr. Maddipati was calm, thorough, and explained everything before touching anything. I left feeling so much better."
"Hadn't been to a dentist in years due to anxiety. She never made me feel judged — took her time, explained everything, and checked in with me throughout. I finally trust a dentist."
"They saw my son the same day and the staff speaks Spanish — wonderful for my mother-in-law who came along. Everyone was so warm and patient with us."
"They verified my Medicaid before I arrived so I knew what to expect. Clean office, no long wait, and the doctor answered every question. This is how dental care should feel."
Reviews reflect thematic patient experiences. Individual outcomes vary.
Coverage & Payment
Insurance and Financing Options for Your Visit
Cost shouldn't stop you from getting care when you need it. We verify your coverage before your visit and we provide a pre-treatment estimate before any work begins.
Medicaid & Medicare Advantage
We accept Texas Medicaid (STAR) for adults and CHIP for children. Many Medicare Advantage (Part C) dental plans are also welcome. Call us with your plan name and we verify for you.
PPO — Already Had a Visit This Year?
Problem-focused visits and preventive visits are typically separate benefit categories. Using your benefits for this visit usually doesn't affect your remaining preventive allowance. We check your specific plan before you arrive.
Plans accepted: Aetna · Delta Dental · Cigna · MetLife · Guardian · Humana · United Healthcare · Texas Medicaid · CHIP · Medicare Advantage · CareCredit · Sunbit financing
Coverage varies by plan. We verify your individual benefits before your appointment. Financing subject to lender approval.
Questions Patients Usually Ask
Proudly Serving Houston and Surrounding Communities
Mi Smile Family Dental is conveniently located on Airline Drive in North Houston, and we are proud to welcome patients from our core service neighborhoods: Greenspoint (77060), Aldine (77037, 77038) along the Airline Drive corridor, Greenspoint North (77067) along I-45 north, and Greater Inwood / Hidden Valley (77088) near Hwy 290.
We also warmly welcome patients from North Houston near Spring (77073), North Houston District (77014), the FM 1960 / Champions area (77090, 77066), Aldine Far North (77039, 77032), Northside / Independence Heights (77076), Greater Inwood West (77086), Acres Home (77091), and Northeast Houston / Eastex-Jensen (77093). Wherever you are coming from, you are always welcome here.
We're Ready When You Are
Healthy Gums Start with One Conversation.
A thorough, compassionate examination with a clear and honest explanation of your options. Morning slots available.
832-779-5522