Looking for a Black Dentist in Dallas? Meet Dr. Allen Charles, DDS
A straight answer for the thousands of Dallas patients who search this every month, plus everything you need to decide whether Bleu Dentistry is the right fit.
Yes, there is a Black-owned dental practice in central Dallas that is accepting new patients. Bleu Dentistry in Oak Lawn is owned and led by Dr. Allen Charles, DDS, a Howard University-trained Black dentist with more than a decade in practice. The office is open Saturdays until 8 PM, sees same-day emergencies, and the whole team speaks Spanish and English.
New patients are welcome. The $159 New Patient Special covers X-rays, exam, cleaning, laser treatment, and fluoride.
3607 Oak Lawn Ave, Suite 250, Dallas · Mon & Wed 10–7 · Fri 3–7 · Sat 10 AM–8 PM · Todo nuestro equipo habla español.
Why do so many people search for a Black dentist in Dallas?
Search data for this site shows “black dentist Dallas,” “black dentist near me,” and “black-owned dentist Dallas” among the most common ways people find us. The reasons patients give are consistent and reasonable.
- Comfort and trust. Many patients simply feel more at ease being treated by a dentist who shares their background, especially when dental anxiety is already part of the picture.
- Being heard. Patients tell us they want a dentist who listens, explains the “why” behind a recommendation, and does not rush the conversation.
- Supporting Black-owned businesses. Choosing where you spend on healthcare is one of the most direct ways to support Black-owned businesses in Dallas.
- Representation for kids. Parents want their children to see a dentist who looks like them. Bleu Dentistry sees children for dental emergencies and family care.
Whatever your reason, you should also expect excellent clinical care. That is the part of the answer most “black dentist near me” searches leave out, so here it is.
Who is Dr. Allen Charles?
Dr. Allen Charles, DDS, earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery at Howard University College of Dentistry in 2013 and completed a General Practice Residency at Howard University Hospital in 2014. Howard is one of the nation’s historically Black universities, and its dental school has trained Black dentists for more than a century.
Since then he has built Bleu Dentistry around a simple idea: the kind of care he would want for his own family. His advanced training includes:
- Invisalign Certified for clear-aligner orthodontics
- Dental implant placement, done in-house rather than referred out
- Conscious Sedation Certified, so anxious patients can be treated comfortably
- Laser dentistry for gentler gum treatment and faster healing
He is a member of the American Dental Association and the Texas Dental Association, and he is licensed by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners.
What does a Black-owned dental office in Dallas actually offer?
Everything a modern general practice should. Bleu Dentistry is a full-service office, not a referral desk. The most requested services are below, with what to expect at the first visit.
| Service | What the first visit looks like |
|---|---|
| Emergency dentistry | Same-day visit, $99 emergency exam with X-rays, relief first and a plan second |
| Cleanings and checkups | $159 New Patient Special: X-rays, exam, cleaning, laser treatment, fluoride |
| Dental implants | Consultation and 3D imaging, placement done in-house by Dr. Charles |
| Invisalign | Digital scan, treatment preview, honest talk about whether aligners fit your case |
| Extractions and wisdom teeth | Same-day when needed, impacted wisdom teeth removed in-house, sedation available |
| Sedation dentistry | Options for anxious patients, explained before anything is scheduled |
Cosmetic care, including veneers and bonding and professional whitening, is available too.
Where is Bleu Dentistry and when is it open?
The office is at 3607 Oak Lawn Ave, Suite 250, Dallas, TX 75219, in the heart of Oak Lawn, minutes from Uptown, Highland Park, Knox-Henderson, and the Medical District. Parking is on site.
- Monday and Wednesday: 10 AM to 7 PM
- Friday: 3 PM to 7 PM
- Saturday: 10 AM to 8 PM, walk-ins welcome
- Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday: closed
Saturday hours matter to a lot of the patients who find us this way. If you work weekdays, you do not have to take time off to see a dentist you trust.
What if I have not been to a dentist in a long time?
Come anyway. A large share of our new patients have not seen a dentist in years, often because a past experience felt dismissive or rushed. The first visit at Bleu is an exam and a conversation. You will leave knowing what is going on in your mouth, what is urgent, what can wait, and what each option costs. Nothing is scheduled that day unless you want it to be.
If cost is the concern, read our guide to dental care without insurance in Dallas and the financing options page. In-house payment plans are available.
Is the team bilingual?
Yes. Every member of the Bleu Dentistry team speaks both English and Spanish. Todo nuestro equipo habla español. That matters in a neighborhood as diverse as Oak Lawn, and it means no one has to translate for a family member in the chair.
How do I know the care is good?
Read the patient reviews. More than 250 patients have written about their experience, and the themes repeat: Dr. Charles explains things, the office is calm, and emergencies get seen the same day. If you want a broader comparison of practices in the neighborhood, our post on choosing a dentist in Oak Lawn lays out what to look for.
Bottom line
If you are searching for a Black dentist in Dallas, Bleu Dentistry is a Black-owned practice led by a Howard-trained dentist, open Saturdays, bilingual, and accepting new patients right now. Book online, call, or walk in on a Saturday. Either way, you will be seen by Dr. Charles himself.
Ready when you are. Same-day emergency visits available, Saturday walk-ins welcome.
3607 Oak Lawn Ave, Suite 250, Dallas · Mon & Wed 10–7 · Fri 3–7 · Sat 10 AM–8 PM · Todo nuestro equipo habla español.