We are a team of highly skilled professionals who constantly strive to deliver caring, effective procedures for your oral health. Led by our principal dentist, Dr. Robert Appel, our mission is to treat you as a whole person and administer treatment in Humble, TX, and the surrounding communities of Atascocita, Porter, Ramblewood, Moonshine Hill, Bordersville, and Kenswick with gentle and compassionate care.
What Sets Us Apart
At Humble Dentistry, our holistic approach to dental care distinguishes us from many area dentists. Along with preventative dentistry, we also advocate for a healthy lifestyle that not only improves your teeth but has a positive impact on your entire body. From dietary recommendations to dental devices that protect your smile during exercise, let us be your partner towards better fitness and well-being.
When you visit our office, our commitment to your comfort is reflected in the multiple amenities we offer, such as:
- New, ultra-leather patient chairs with fully adjustable headrests
- Neck pillow and soft blankets
- Entertainment
- Heated water during treatment for cold sensitivity
We are always open to your questions about your treatments. We will do everything to alleviate your concerns and ensure you understand why we recommend a particular treatment and if any alternatives are available.
Skilled Dentist Office in Humble, TX
To learn more about Dr. Appel and his excellent dental team, we encourage you to read our bios below. We aim to become your trusted partners in oral health.
Robert Appel, DMD
Dr. Appel was born and raised in Michigan and earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, before continuing on to earn his Doctor of Dental Medicine at Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine.
After spending several years working in private practices in Beaumont, Katy, and Houston, Dr. Appel purchased Humble Dentistry.
Dr. Appel is dedicated to expanding his skills and knowledge, amassing several hundred hours of continuing education over the past few years.
Dr. Appel participates in a number of prestigious professional organizations:
- Preceptorship in Dental Implantology from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
- Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists
- Member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society
- Greater Houston Dental Society
- Academy of General Dentistry
- Texas Academy of General Dentistry
- Greater Houston Academy of General Dentistry
- Academy of Osseointegration
“I really enjoy problem solving, and each patient presents with a different set of challenges. Those challenges give me the opportunity to use my training and bring out the best in their smiles with a blend of art, science, engineering, and medicine.” – Dr. Robert Appel
Dr. Appel married his wife, Annie, in October 2016. They spend lots of time with nieces and nephew in Richmond, TX. They have a rescue dog named Clyde (like Bonnie and Clyde), a Cairn Terrier and Yorkie mix who is 11 lbs. of boundless energy.
He enjoys trail running, cooking, and traveling. He loves spending time at the beach in Galveston and taking pictures of sunsets.
Yukie
Registered Dental Assistant
Yukie comes from Iwakuni, Japan, where she attended dental assisting school. She met her husband while he was stationed there as a member of the United States Marine Corp. They stay busy with their children, one of whom recently graduated from UT Austin.
Yuki joined our practice 18 years ago.
“I do love to help patients smile again, and share their successful moments.”
When Yukie is relaxing, you can find her watching movies, reading, and playing with her dogs.
Yanet Yanez, RDH
Registered Dental Hygienist
Yanet was born and raised here in Houston and is an expert at dental hygiene, having received her degree from Lonestar College Kingwood. She truly enjoys making other people smile and loves that she can use her knowledge and skills to improve people’s oral and overall health. She stays up to date with the latest research by being active in the American Dental Hygiene Association, Texas Dental Hygiene Association, and the Greater Houston Dental Hygiene Association.
Before joining our team she worked in several other private practices in the Houston area giving her a wealth of experience. Her practice philosophy closely aligns with ours in that she enjoys building relationships with patients and providing gentle care in a calm environment. What she loves about Humble Dentistry is that we have a close knit team of experts who work together to provide the best care for each individual patient.
Prior to becoming a dental hygienist she worked at a veterinary hospital as an animal rehab and fitness technician. Outside the office she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, biking, hiking, working out, and exploring the Houston restaurant scene. She loves music festivals and plays the tenor saxophone.
Norma Rubio
Appointment and Treatment Coordinator
Norma helps our patients understand their current dental health and focuses on ensuring all of our patients are making progress toward achieving their dental and overall health goals. Her role focuses on coordinating with Dr. Appel and the rest of the clinical team to keep your treatment on track.
Prior to her time here, Norma spent seven years working in an oral surgery office in the Woodlands. Norma, born and raised in Houston, lives here in Humble with her spouse, two daughters and Miniature Schnauzer (Luna – crowned princess of the house). She earned her degree in Healthcare Administration from University of Houston and University of Phoenix. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, trips with family, spinning or cycling classes, dancing, and decorating for parties and events.
Her favorite part of our office so far has been working with our entire team (“everyone is amazing!”) while also getting to know and build relationships with our patients.
Fantastic experience! Always up to the minute on new dental practices and technology. I was dreading the tooth extraction and dental implant. It wasn’t much worse than a teeth cleaning, in other word the apprehension was all for naught. And he can do procedures I previously had been referred out for. That’s a big plus in my book. I highly recommend Dr. Appel to anyone needing dental care.