Trusted for over 25 years

Your Trusted Dentist in Uptown Dallas

Comfortable office. Experienced team. Exceptional dental care.

Top Rated Dentist in Uptown Dallas

The mission at Turtle Creek Dental Associates is to provide a trustworthy and comfortable dental โ€œhomeโ€ for you and your family.

We treat you as the individual you are, with customized recommendations based on your unique needs as opposed to a standardized treatment plan.

After 25 years, we are honored and grateful that you continue to trust us as your preferred dentist in Uptown Dallas.

Meet Our Doctors

The Best Dentists in Uptown Dallas

Dr. Bernard Avendanio

Dr. Avendanio’s patients appreciate his gentle touch dentistry that makes treatment as comfortable as possible. In fact, since buying his first practice in 1998, Dr. Avendanio has been namedโ€ฆ

Dr. Shukan Patel

Dr. Patelโ€™s passion for dentistry comes from being able to help our patients one-on-one while still being creative in executing perfect and individualized smiles.

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Dr. Andrew Borel

A healthy smile has lasting effects on a personโ€™s health, thatโ€™s why Dr. Borel looks forward to building long-term relationships with his patients so they feel comfortable…

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Dr. Alon Shalev

As a Board Certified Periodontist, Dr. Shalev is excited to help every patient achieve their unique smile goals. He specializes in dental implants, tooth extractions, and gum disease therapy…

Complete Dental Services

Our doctors are highly skilled with a variety of dental services.

We also work with dental specialists when necessary to accomplish complex treatment needs.

Patient Reviews

We have proudly served thousands of patients in Uptown Dallas.

Dental Insurance and Wellness Plans

Dental Insurance

We Work With Most Insurance Plans, Including the Following Major Carriers:

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And many more

No Insurance? No Problem.
Our wellness plan includes:
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Our team has delivered outstanding dental care in Uptown Dallas for over 25 years. We are committed to providing our community with safe, gentle, high-quality dental care.

Questions or Concerns?

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding your dental care, we are more than happy to discuss how you can achieve a beautiful and healthy smile.

As a top dentist in Uptown Dallas, we have helped hundreds of families achieve their oral health goals and are eager to help you and your family do the same.

Dental Education Videos

View our videos to get more information on common dental procedures.

The Process of Finding and Filling Dental Cavities

Boost Your Confidence with Cosmetic Dentistry

Why Are My Gums Swollen