Dr. Michael Smith believes everyone deserves a healthy smile they can feel confident sharing. Raised in Hope, Arkansas, he learned early the value of close-knit communities, genuine relationships, and treating others with kindness. Inspired by his mother’s work as a nurse, the example of his childhood dentist, and his own experience gaining confidence through dental care, Dr. Smith chose to become a dentist so he could make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
Dr. Smith earned his B.A. in Biology from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville before attending UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry. He then completed a General Practice Residency at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock. He remains engaged in the profession through continuing education, a local study club, and membership in the ADA and AGD. He has also volunteered at Mission of Mercy events in Arkansas and Texas, helping provide care to people with limited access to treatment.
Dr. Smith takes a comprehensive, personalized approach to care, making time to understand each patient’s needs, concerns, and goals. He finds it especially rewarding to help patients feel more comfortable about their oral health and experience the confidence that comes with a healthy smile.
Outside the office, Dr. Smith enjoys spending time with his girlfriend, friends, and family; exploring Houston’s parks and bayous; and staying active through tennis, pickleball, soccer, basketball, and ping-pong. He is an enthusiastic Razorbacks and Astros fan, loves to travel, and hopes to visit every national park someday.
