What Google rating do dentists in Houston need to stay competitive?
By Max Zhou · Last updated
Dentists in Houston average 4.9 stars across 436 Google reviews (median, based on analysis of 11 businesses, 4/30/2026). 100% of businesses score above 4.5 stars — those businesses see measurably higher inquiry rates.
- •Businesses analyzed: 11
- •Average Google rating: 4.86★
- •Median review count: 436
- •Share above 4.5★: 100%
- •Share below 4.0★: 0%
- •Top performer: Dentiq Dentistry Houston (4.9★, 1242 reviews)
| Metric | Dentist in Houston | Top performer |
|---|---|---|
| Google rating | 4.86★ | 4.9★ |
| Review count | 436 (median) | 1242 |
| Reply rate | Est. <20% | ~95% |
| Share 5-star | 100% | 100% |
Frequently asked questions
- How many Google reviews does a dentist in Houston need?
- Median in Houston is 436 reviews. To rank in the top 25% of businesses in your category, aim for at least twice that — around 872 reviews.
- How do I get from 4.0 to 4.6 stars on Google?
- Two levers: systematically request reviews from happy customers (QR code at the point of service works best) and intercept unhappy feedback privately before it becomes a public 1-star review. Our pilot customer Sakura Hagen went from 4.0 to 4.6 in 6 weeks this way.
- Is AI auto-reply to Google reviews GDPR-compliant?
- Yes — provided data is processed in the EU and no customer PII beyond what Google already displays publicly is used. Starise meets both standards.
- How much does review management cost?
- Starise Standard is $59/month per location including unlimited AI replies, QR code, and dashboard. 7-day free trial, no credit card.
- How fast will my Google rating improve?
- Typically 4-8 weeks. Speed depends on your customer volume and starting rating. Lower starting scores improve fastest.
The 11 dentists in Houston ranked by Google rating and review depth. Use this list as a benchmark for your own business or when choosing where to book.
Top 10 Dentist in Houston
- 1.Dentiq Dentistry Houston4.9★1242 reviews
- 2.Dentists at Memorial Park4.9★711 reviews
- 3.Dentist Tree Of The Heights4.9★706 reviews
- 4.The Dentists at 650 Heights4.9★454 reviews
- 5.Downtown Houston Dental4.9★447 reviews
- 6.Houston Dental Oasis: Dr. Amelia Wang4.9★436 reviews
- 7.Houston Dentists at Post Oak4.9★293 reviews
- 8.Houston Uptown Dentists4.8★330 reviews
- 9.Houston Skyline Dental4.8★302 reviews
- 10.Houston Heights Dentistry - Dr. Pranita Kadam4.8★153 reviews
Run a dentist in Houston?
Your competitors average 4.9★. With Starise you can reach 4.5+ in six weeks. See the Sakura Hagen case study.