Accepting Medicaid, CHIP, and most PPO plans. Bilingual staff (EN/ES). Same doctor every visit. Located on Airline Drive — approximately 10 minutes north of Northside via Airline Drive. También disponible en español →
Mi Smile Family Dental serves Northside Houston families, just a quick drive south from the Yale Street and Irvington Boulevard area. We accept Medicaid and work with most insurance plans because we know dental care shouldn't break your budget. Our entire team speaks Spanish and English fluently — you'll never need to worry about communication.
Dr. Maddipati sees the same patients visit after visit, so she knows your family's dental history. We explain all costs upfront before any treatment starts, and there's no judgment here if it's been years since your last cleaning.
General Information: Coverage varies by plan. We verify your benefits before scheduling. Last reviewed by Dr. Maddipati, DDS, MPH — March 2026.
Income and uninsured data: U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year estimates, zip-codes.com, accessed March 2026.
Dental Care for Northside Houston Families
Northside Houston (77076) is a predominantly Hispanic community along the IH-610 North Loop corridor — one of Houston's oldest and most densely populated inner-ring neighborhoods. With 37.5% of residents uninsured and a $42,522 median household income, Northside has significant Medicaid eligibility. Many families in 77076 qualify for Texas Medicaid or CHIP and may not know it.
Mi Smile Family Dental is located on Airline Drive — take Airline Drive north from the Northside area, approximately 10 minutes to our clinic at 11834 Airline Drive. Our staff speaks Spanish and English.
Insurance Accepted — Northside 77076
Aetna PPO
Delta Dental
Cigna PPO
MetLife PPO
United HC
Most PPO
TX Medicaid
CHIP
PPO: DMO/DHMO generally not accepted. Medicaid coverage depends on MCO. Call 832-779-5522 to confirm.
Service
Typical PPO Coverage
Frequency
Cleanings & Exams
80–100%
2× per year
X-Rays
80–100%
1× per year
Fillings
60–80% after deductible
As needed
Crowns / Root Canals
50% after deductible
As needed
Extractions
70–80% after deductible
As needed
General estimates — Aetna, Delta Dental benefit guides, accessed March 2026. Your specific plan varies. We verify before treatment.
First Dental Visit at Age 1 — Covered by Medicaid for Northside Families
Texas Medicaid's First Dental Home program covers the first dental visit for infants enrolled in Medicaid — including exam, cleaning, fluoride, and oral health education for parents. Many Northside families are unaware this benefit exists. Call 832-779-5522 — we verify your child's Medicaid eligibility before scheduling. Source: TMHP.com, January 2025.
Services for Northside 77076 Patients
Cleanings & Exams
Covered by Medicaid, CHIP, and most PPO plans. 2× per year for eligible patients.
Fillings
Medicaid covers when medically necessary. PPO plans: 60–80% typically.
Kids Dentistry
Medicaid and CHIP accepted. First visit at age 1 covered. Gentle care from infants through teens.
Same-Day Emergencies
Call 832-779-5522 during office hours for same-day dental care.
Frequently Asked Questions — Northside 77076
Yes. We accept Texas STAR Medicaid for adults and children, and CHIP dental for children. Call 832-779-5522 and we verify your specific MCO plan before scheduling.
Yes. Our staff speaks Spanish and English. We serve Northside's large Spanish-speaking community. Insurance benefits, treatment plans, and payment options are explained in your preferred language. Our full page in Spanish is available at dentista-northside-77076.
From the IH-610 North Loop / Airline Drive area, take Airline Drive north approximately 10 minutes to 11834 Airline Drive, Houston TX 77037. Free on-site parking.
With 37.5% of 77076 residents uninsured, you are not alone. Many may qualify for Medicaid or CHIP. Call us and we help you check. If not eligible, we offer CareCredit and Sunbit financing — both subject to lender credit approval. See payment plans →
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we accept Medicaid for children and adults. Call us at 832-779-5522 to verify your specific plan and schedule an appointment at 11834 Airline Drive.
We work with most major insurance plans including Delta Dental, MetLife, and Cigna. Call 832-779-5522 with your insurance card handy and we'll verify your benefits before your visit.
Take Airline Drive south for about 10-12 minutes. We're at 11834 Airline Drive — you'll see our sign on the east side of the street with plenty of parking.
Bring your insurance card, ID, and a list of any medications you take. Your first visit takes about an hour and includes X-rays, cleaning, and exam. We'll discuss any treatment needed and the costs before scheduling anything else.
Schedule Your Northside Dental Appointment
Medicaid, CHIP, and PPO accepted. Bilingual staff. Serving 77076, 77037, 77039 and all of North Houston.
Owner, Mi Smile Family Dental · Texas-Licensed DDS · Medicaid Provider · Bilingual Staff (EN/ES)
Last reviewed March 2026. Demographic data: U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year estimates via zip-codes.com (and ACS 2023 via zip-codes.com for 77039), accessed March 2026. PPO coverage figures are general estimates — your specific plan may differ. Medicaid benefits per Aetna Better Health Texas and TMHP.com (January 2025).
