Horizon Dental is a comprehensive, general dentistry office in Orange, Texas. Since 2007, Dr. Chris Riedel and Horizon Dental have provided quality dental care to the community and families all over Southeast Texas.
Previously, Dr. Riedel practiced dentistry in suburban Austin and Houston after graduating from UT-Austin and UT- Health Science Center San Antonio Dental School. Dr. Riedel is a member of the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association and the Southeast Texas Dental Society.
cleanings (prophylaxis) fillings extractions (removal) porcelain inlays and onlays porcelain veneers dentures periodontal scaling crowns & caps sealants root canal therapy mouthguards dental implant restorations bondings bridges teeth whitening and bleaching Invisalign dental x-rays oral cancer exams temporomandibular disorder treatment other oral surgical procedures
Our patients enjoy a comfortable, peaceful atmosphere. We pride ourselves on the basis that we are a modern practice, equipped with innovative technology and practices, while maintaining a casual and personable approach that families in Orange County and Southeast Texas expect.
You'll experience gentle cleanings and preventive care, laser technology for a less invasive alternative, and state-of-the-art sterilization. We see to it that all our patients are comfortable, so each procedure room has a total-patient-comfort dental chair, blankets and more.
Our patients are our greatest concern as well as our greatest asset. Dr. Riedel and the staff at Horizon are very proud to have dozens and dozens of families who entrust us with their children, brothers, sisters, uncles, and so on.
Our team consists of Dr. Chris Riedel and our staff of caring, trained dental professionals - all committed to your best dental health. Horizon is dedicated to personable, quality care. See below for our bios.
Born and raised in Orange, Dr. Riedel moved home in 2007 after practicing in suburban Austin and Houston. He graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with his Biology degree before attending the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association, and the Southeast Texas Dental Society.
To bring the highest quality of dentistry to his patients, Dr. Riedel has traveled across the country to learn current and successful treatment options. Dr. Riedel believes firmly that the science of dentistry is improving everyday and that his patients deserve the very best his field has to offer.
Dr. Riedels wife Micca is a Nurse Practitioner and together they have two daughters. The girls keep them pretty busy but he manages a few hobbies. Dr. Riedel is an avid runner and a terrible golfer (although he continues to play). And of course, he is a die-hard lover of all things UT. Dr. Riedel will continue to love his Longhorns through good times and bad.
Megan is a graduate of the Lamar State College Orange Dental Assisting program and has been with Horizon Dental since 2008. Her past experience includes specialty training in Pediatrics, but in our office is known for forming great relationships with all her patients.
After Vidor High School, Jessica graduated from Lamar Institute of Technology in 2005. Horizon Dental has been lucky enough to have her for her whole career. She really enjoys dental hygiene and loves interacting with all of her patients.
Lanie, one of our caring hygienists, is a product of Bridge City, but now lives in Little Cypress. She completed her Dental Hygiene degree in 1999 from Lamar Institute of Technology and has been with Horizon Dental since 2003. An avid outdoor lover, Lanie enjoys camping, ATV riding, campfires, and riding the Harley with her husband. She enjoys hanging out with her family and friends, and she is also a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys and the Texas Longhorns.
A graduate of Orangefield High School and Lamar Institute of Technology, Shay has been at Horizon Dental for over ten years. She is dedicated to her patients and loves to promote good oral health through the highest standard of care. She and her husband are kept busy by their two children.
Melissa came to Horizon Dental with ten years prior experience in dentistry, and quickly became the Invisalign authority in our office. Her knowledge of treatments and procedures, as well as her personality, make her a favorite to her patients.
Hollie was born and raised in Orange and graduated from West Orange-Stark in 2008. After completing the dental assisting program at Texas Careers in 2009, she secured a position in a high-technology office where she received much of her training in implants, cosmetics, and orthodontics. Hollie is an authority on Invisalign orthodontics and can answer all your questions.
As a lifelong resident of Orangefield, Tami graduated from Lamar State College Orange- Dental Assisting Program with Cum Laude Honors. Her rewarding career choice of dental assisting was fulfilled when becoming part of the team at Horizon Dental. She is hard working with a positive attitude, shows passion towards others, and enjoys getting to know each and every one of her patients.
She loves sports, especially Houston Rockets basketball. She is a fitness competitor and loves working out. She is probably one of the top 10 funniest people ever. She gets along great with others and is definitely a people person. She enjoys spending time with her partner and family.