Renew the form and function of your smile with restorative dentistry.
Take your smile from glum to gorgeous with cosmetic dentistry.
Preventive dentistry keeps your smile beautiful and healthy.
Replace missing teeth and transform your smile … with dental implants.
CEREC crowns are one of many customized, cutting-edge restorations available at our Temple, TX office.
Our expert dental team shares Dr. Harris’s commitment to ongoing education, so you will frequently find us learning new techniques and procedures through courses and in-office training on a wide range of issues, including sterilization, radiography, nitrous oxide certification, restorative technology, dental implants, and much more.
Equally important is your comfort and your active participation in the planning of your treatment from the very first visit. Our compassion, empathy, and concern for all your dental needs will put you at ease. We will give you all the time you need; you and your optimal oral health are our primary concern.
Jeri Hawkins | Appointment CoordinatorAs you enter our office, you will enjoy meeting Jeri, our appointment coordinator. Jeri provides a warm welcome as patients enter and is committed to finding each patient the perfect appointment. She understands that patients may be apprehensive, and she has a knack for making them feel at ease. The highlight of her day is to see our patients excited about their new smiles. Jeri has been a part of our team since October 2004, and has over 34 years of experience in the dental field.
After rearing her own two sons, Jeri now enjoys spoiling her four young nieces. Jeri loves to work in her garden and travel with her husband Mark. She is an active member of Christ the King Catholic Church.
Debbie Hitt, RDA | Office Administrator, Treatment and Financial CoordinatorDebbie is an advocate for patients, assisting them in finding feasible ways to get the dentistry they want and deserve. Debbie looks forward to helping you get all your questions answered. She handles financial options and assists patients with treatment planning and insurance estimates. She is a Registered Dental Assistant with certification in radiography, CPR, and four-handed dentistry. Debbie has been a part of our office team since 1996 and has over 25 years experience in dentistry. After work, Debbie enjoys family time with her husband, two grown children and two wonderful grandsons. Debbie and her family enjoy traveling, camping and boating. Debbie is an active member of Belton First Assembly Of God. She has a passion for cross-cultural mission and has participated in several trips to Mexico and Peru!
Alissa Rambeau, RDH | Dental HygienistAlissa's dedication to providing gentle care and relevant education helps her patients achieve better oral and overall health. She enjoys the personal relationships she develops with patients and strives to communicate a clear understanding of their dental health and treatment options.
Alissa has been part of our dental care team since 2001. She received her A.A.S in Dental Hygiene from Temple College in 2000 and was elected to "Who's Who Among Junior College Students" in recognition of her outstanding academic accomplishments.
Alissa is also a busy mother of four, and spends much of her time with their variety of sports and extracurricular activities.
Debbie Martinez | Dental AssistantDebbie works alongside Dr. Harris providing outstanding, comfortable patient care at the chairside. Her goal is for every patient to have an extraordinary experience, and she takes care to know each patient on a personal level. Debbie's fifteen years of work experience as a dental assistant make her an expert at patient care and comfort, and she has certifications in radiography, nitrous oxide sedation, and CPR. Away from the office, Debbie and her husband enjoy spending time with their three daughters and playing with their granddaughter.
Charity Hohhertz, RDH | Dental HygienistAs soon as you meet Charity, you will recognize her passion for people and her belief that dental education is a key component of overall health. She is dedicated to providing excellent care and loves helping patients take pride in their smiles!
Charity earned her degree in Dental Hygiene in 2002 and was honored with the Highest Academic Achievement Award. After five years of experience, Charity joined our dental team in 2007.
After hours, Charity and her husband enjoy cheering on their two children in their numerous activities. She and her family also enjoy being part of the Temple Bible Church family.
Danielle Herrara, RDA | Dental AssistantDanielle assists Dr. Harris at the chairside to help ensure a comfortable and stress-free visit for all of our patients. She is a Registered Dental Assistant with five years of experience in dentistry, and has been with our patient care team since 2009. She is certified in nitrous oxide sedation monitoring.
When she is not working, Danielle loves to spend time with her husband and their new daughter, as well as with family and friends.
Rachel joined our patient care team in 1992, starting as a dental assistant and continuing at our office as a dental hygienist after she received her degree. Patients enjoy Rachel's sense of humor, but also appreciate her serious approach to health. Rachel is an extraordinary educator and brings her years of experience to help her patients understand how they can maximize their health through proper dental care.
At home, Rachel and her husband stay busy with their five active children and a multitude of family and friends. She especially enjoys Bunko parties and family gatherings.
Dr. Michael Harris and the dental experts of our Temple, TX office offer compassionate care and quality dentistry to each and every patient. We provide restorative, cosmetic, and preventive dentistry services for our patients in Temple, Killeen, Harker Heights, Belton, and Salado and surrounding areas. Book your appointment today!
Our office is conveniently located at 1109 S. 31st St., one mile north of Scott and White Hospital.
Michael E Harris DDS, FAGD
1109 S. 31st St
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 774-8181
