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Dr. Joe Zacarias
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820 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX 78504
4.9(202 reviews)
About Dr. Joe Zacarias
Personal follow-up calls after procedures and a willingness to clear the schedule for complex cases draw many households with several kids in treatment at once.
This is a general dental practice that also offers traditional braces and TMJ treatment. Reviews often highlight Dr. Joe Zacarias's habit of walking through x-rays and treatment options on the exam-room TV and following up personally with patients, sometimes calling the day after a procedure to check on recovery. Families managing several kids' dental needs at once mention appreciating the same level of detail and patience, and several reviews note that anxious patients are given time to adjust and ask questions before treatment begins. The office is also described as clean and equipped with modern touches like massage chairs and TVs at each chair.
Summary of 162 patient reviews, March 2016–August 2026, updated September 2026
Treatments offered
Traditional BracesTMJ Treatment
Who They Treat
Dr. Joe Zacarias provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+
Insurance accepted
4 plans listedAetnaDelta Dental PPOHumanaRenaissance Dental
Dr. Joe Zacarias does not list Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan tier — confirm with the office before your first visit.
What patients say
Latest review 3 months ago
What patients praise
- Reviews describe Dr. Zacarias personally following up after procedures, including calling patients the next day or clearing his schedule to finish complex work.
- Reviews mention detailed walkthroughs of x-rays and treatment options before care begins, with staff answering repeated questions patiently.
- Patients with dental anxiety or trauma describe being allowed to go at their own pace, with repeated check-ins during procedures.
Things to know
- A few reviews describe dissatisfaction with the doctor, though the large majority of reviews describe positive experiences.
- A few reviews mention concerns related to cost or insurance handling.
Who it suits
- Families with several kids in treatment
- Anxious or nervous patients
- Patients transferring mid-treatment
Doctors patients mention
- Dr. Joe Zacarias · 146 reviews
Orthodontic care in reviews
Few reviews discuss orthodontic treatment specifically; the feedback above reflects general dental visits.
- Last 12 months
- 9 reviews
- averaging 4.6★
- Owner replies
- 0% of reviews
- Compared with McAllen
- Higher rated than 67%
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PraiseCriticism
- The dentist60 / 3
- Friendly staff47 / 1
- Gentle, comfortable care38
- Clear explanations30
- Office & technology17
- Scheduling & wait times14
- Treatment results11 / 1
- Great with kids9
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| The dentist | 60 | 3 |
| Friendly staff | 47 | 1 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 38 | 0 |
| Clear explanations | 30 | 0 |
| Office & technology | 17 | 0 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 14 | 0 |
| Treatment results | 11 | 1 |
| Great with kids | 9 | 0 |
Recent reviews from Google
4.9
202 reviews
Rosalia Rohr
Edited a month ago
Very friendly front desk staff! I loved the hygienist! Dr. Joe is a wonderful man with an amazing heart and lots of experience! Loved this place!
Bobby Gonzalez
2 months ago
Really nice personnel…!!!! Everyone in the office was super helpful and courteous. Makes going to the dentist a lot more enjoyable…. The Dr was knowledgeable, friendly and did wonderful work. The receptionist was so nice and the tech made cleaning a pleasure. I would highly recommend Dr Zacarias for all your dental needs.
ana martinez
2 months ago
Best doctor! He did amazing job. He was patient and so kind. Great service and the staff is so nice. I highly recommended!
Maria R
2 months ago
Highly recommend! Very friendly staff and nice, calm environment! Thank you !
Questions about this practice
What orthodontic treatments does Dr. Joe Zacarias offer?
Dr. Joe Zacarias offers: Traditional Braces, TMJ Treatment.
Does Dr. Joe Zacarias accept dental insurance?
Dr. Joe Zacarias accepts Aetna, Delta Dental PPO, Humana, Renaissance Dental.
Is Dr. Joe Zacarias accepting new patients?
Dr. Joe Zacarias is currently welcoming new patients in McAllen, TX. Call (956) 686-5429 to schedule.
Where is Dr. Joe Zacarias located?
Dr. Joe Zacarias is located at 820 W Nolana Ave. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=13952481596611209725&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Dr. Joe Zacarias?
Dr. Joe Zacarias office hours: Mon 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Tue 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Wed 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Thu 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Dr. Joe Zacarias offer payment plans?
Yes, Dr. Joe Zacarias offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
What is the patient rating for Dr. Joe Zacarias?
Dr. Joe Zacarias has a 4.9-star rating based on 202 patient reviews on Google.
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Mon8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tue8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed
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