Dr. Moukarim has been creating confident smiles since 1998. Individual attention, dedicated care using top technology, and a commitment to helping you achieve all that you want - and deserve - for a confident, healthy smile await when you visit Dr. Moukarim for your family's dental care needs. Learn how full mouth dental implants by Teeth Tomorrow can change your lifestyle.
Teeth Tomorrow full-arch dental implants feel comfortable, look natural, and can last a lifetime. If you're looking for a small, intimate dental practice that is committed to meeting your needs with excellence, you'll love Dental Illusions! Our team is dedicated to helping you smile with confidence.
Teeth Tomorrow full-arch dental implants feel comfortable, look natural, and can last a lifetime. If you're looking for a small, intimate dental practice that is committed to meeting your needs with excellence, you'll love Dental Illusions! Our team is dedicated to helping you smile with confidence.
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Dr. Basil Moukarim always knew that he wanted to be a dentist because he loves the instant gratification of creating beautiful esthetics and helping people. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1998 from the Baylor College of Dentistry. Before attending dental school, Dr. Moukarim attended the University of St. Thomas where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology with a minor in philosophy.
When you're looking for a new dentist in Houston, you're probably looking for an office that provides all of the services you need so you don't have to worry about driving all over town for your care. As a general dentist, Dr. Moukarim and his long-term team offer the wide range of services you'd expect from your family's dentist.
Reviews (21)
Elias Nasr
Jan 16, 2022
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Vishal Bansal
Jan 14, 2022
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Ruth Taylor
Oct 27, 2021
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I am very pleased and happy with the work Dental Illusions is doing for me. My cousin was my dentist for 40 years and he retired. I was heartbroken when I had to get a new dentist because I need a lot of reassuring when I am having dental work. My youngest sister and husband referred me to Michal at Dental Illusions and I am so pleased.
Patricia Kennedy
Aug 21, 2021
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My experience was the best. Dr. Basil and Brittany listened to my symptoms and pain. Brittany showed me through X-rays I had a serious infection and that my tooth was cracked. They both worked together to remove the tooth and insert a bone graph in order to get a future implant. The procedure was painless.
They really care about their patients well being and take time to educate you of all options.
They really care about their patients well being and take time to educate you of all options.
Lori Sims
Aug 18, 2021
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Marla Maharaj
Jul 18, 2021
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Skeen Mathias
Jun 11, 2021
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Steven Duesterbeck
May 14, 2021
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I spent a few days reflecting on my recent experience at Dental Illusions. Prior to my visit I always dreaded going to the dentist. Most dentists I found were not personable and tried to soak their patients for as much money as possible. My experience here was...AWESOME! Mychael got me in as an emergency patient the NEXT DAY. Everyone was so polite, caring, personable ,knowledgeable and upbeat. Dr, M. led me through the procedure step by step and Brittany was outstanding. She was so upbeat and engaging while working. I have NEVER looked forward to a visit to the dentist but I do now. An AWESOME
Eric Burrell
Jan 31, 2020
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My mouth was saved by Dr Moukarim and Shante'. The price was reasonable and the Team of professional have always been amazingly friendly & helpful. I highly recommend Dental Illusions to anyone in need of dental work. Talk to Michael she will get you end for the services to save that smile! Dental Illusions FIVE STARS IN MY BOOK!
Mario V.
Sep 21, 2019
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First off I would like to thank the team at Dental Illusions for taking such good care of me. The office manager Mychel was really nice and mad sure I was informed and kept me up to date about my procedure. Dr Moukarim and his assistant (forgot her name)did an excellent job extracting my wisdom teeth I honestly didn't feel a thing. Thank you to the whole team at Dental Illusions for taking such good care of me. Dental Illusions is second to none in my book!!!
Nayra S.
Sep 06, 2019
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They were recommended to me by a coworker and its the best recommendation I've had. Dr.Mikarum(probably spelled it wrong lol) is amazing. He answers all of my questions, makes sure that I'm comfortable and does a great job on my teeth. Michael along with the other staff is so helpful, sweet and professional. Highly recommend them!!
Lisa D.
Jul 16, 2019
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Ended up in the hospital for 5 days after Moukarim failed to timely diagnose an abcess - a delayed diagnosis. When I complained of a severe toothache, he thought it was coming from a newly-installed pontic bridge that needed adjustments. After 3-4 visits to his office for continued pain, he decided to tap on my teeth to see where the pain was coming from and take an x-ray. Why did he not do this 2-3 weeks earlier? I didn't think about that and, besides, it's not my job to tell him how to perform dental work. Turns out it was an abcess around the back molar on the other side of my mouth
Haley A.
Feb 16, 2019
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Dr. Saliba is awesome! Before I met him, I went to a dentist who told me that I severely grinded my teeth, and I needed very expensive night guards. She would not fix my chipped/bonding front teeth, because without buying a $500 night guard my front teeth could not be fixed, due to the excessive grinding. I met with Dr. Saliba and his staff, he told me I did not grind my teeth, they were just really small teeth. I have been very self conscience of the chips and broken bonding/teeth. I was embarrassed to smile and talk. My job is sales and the one thing I must do is smile, talk, and look good
Carol L.
Jun 01, 2017
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This is my first review for a dental office but both times I've been there has been very pleasant. I like Debbie. She is gentle yet very effective and most importantly she used the suction tool often. I hate having extra saliva in my mouth..she told me the areas I should work on but she wasn't lecturing or judging in anyway. I definitely would go to her again.
Megan M.
May 24, 2017
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Sam A.
Feb 18, 2016
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This was the first time I've been to a dentist in about 5 years. I had an appointment today for a routine check up/teeth cleaning and I can not be more satisfied. The staff there is SUPER friendly and easy to talk to. The environment was comfortable and relaxed. I briefly met with one of the dentists and he was very kind and friendly as well. I know how important reviews are in determining which dentist to go to so that is why I am writing this one. I would definitely recommend this place :)
Nick A.
Feb 17, 2016
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Dental Illusions Indeed!
After changing insurance, my wife and I had to find a different dentist. We go regularly, so we thought we'd just get some cleanings and give a new dentist a chance. After meeting with the dentist, his recommendation was for my wife to get a crown and few fillings, and for me to get two crowns and a filling. We were shocked, because that had not been discovered from our regular dentist visits. Our previous dentist is of some repute. And the quote was in the thousands of dollars due to our insurance plan and the normal cost of crowns.
I did not like my experience
After changing insurance, my wife and I had to find a different dentist. We go regularly, so we thought we'd just get some cleanings and give a new dentist a chance. After meeting with the dentist, his recommendation was for my wife to get a crown and few fillings, and for me to get two crowns and a filling. We were shocked, because that had not been discovered from our regular dentist visits. Our previous dentist is of some repute. And the quote was in the thousands of dollars due to our insurance plan and the normal cost of crowns.
I did not like my experience
Pat R.
Jan 10, 2015
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Mychael is the best office person I have ever come across! She has great customer service and has helped schedule me several time at this location. I've always had positive experience with Drs. Saliba and Moukarim.
If you must go to the dentist, or like me actually crazy enough to like going to the dentist, it may as well be a pleasurable experience. I've never had any complaints.
If you must go to the dentist, or like me actually crazy enough to like going to the dentist, it may as well be a pleasurable experience. I've never had any complaints.
Michelle G.
Jun 05, 2014
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Patient Beware!
I went to Dental Illusions knowing that I was in need of some work. I was really impressed at first. Michael, the receptionist/office manager, is really great. The staff for the most part is nice. Both dentists I felt were a little in and out with not enough time for you, but I get it..
After x-rays, I was told I needed a crown on one tooth, an onlay on another, and a couple of fillings. The crown cost $300 something I believe, and the onlay a shocking $1100 after insurance! I would have preferred just to get a crown since it was covered by insurance more. Regardless, I
I went to Dental Illusions knowing that I was in need of some work. I was really impressed at first. Michael, the receptionist/office manager, is really great. The staff for the most part is nice. Both dentists I felt were a little in and out with not enough time for you, but I get it..
After x-rays, I was told I needed a crown on one tooth, an onlay on another, and a couple of fillings. The crown cost $300 something I believe, and the onlay a shocking $1100 after insurance! I would have preferred just to get a crown since it was covered by insurance more. Regardless, I
Damian D.
Nov 22, 2013
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If you're looking for a new dentist, look no further, these are the people to go to! They make going to the dentist a trip to look forward to, I kid you not. I've been going there for years, and recommend them to all of my friends, my entire family now drives into town to go there. Even since I have moved out of state, I prefer to fly back to Houston to get treatment as well!
Everyone at this practice is incredibly professional, super friendly, and very caring about your comfort. They are also dedicated to getting you the treatment that you need done right.
If you are having problems
Everyone at this practice is incredibly professional, super friendly, and very caring about your comfort. They are also dedicated to getting you the treatment that you need done right.
If you are having problems
Mrs. V.
Feb 01, 2012
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We are new patients. Both my husband and I have had poor experiences at other dentists, so we have been looking around for awhile. We had cleanings and fillings done at West U Family Dental. They are prompt, efficient, good prices, accept insurance, courteous with a personal touch, and have clients such as the Houston Texans. My husband was so comfortable that he fell asleep during his cleaning. There was only slight discomfort when I had my fillings, and a few hours later I went to the gym and had a nice family dinner outing. Thank God we found great dentists and great hygenists!
