Convenient Access from Keller
An 11-minute drive west from Keller Town Hall brings you to Heritage Trace Dental in far north Fort Worth. For residents searching for a dentist in Keller, TX, our office is an easy fit just west of the city, with same-day crowns, implant care and cosmetic dentistry under one roof, led by Dr. Matthew Cross. We see patients Monday through Thursday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
From Keller Town Hall at 1100 Bear Creek Parkway, follow Bear Creek Parkway with a quick jog north on Rufe Snow Drive, then continue west through the roundabout to South Main Street, which is US 377. Head south on US 377 to Kroger Drive and turn west. Kroger Drive turns into Heritage Trace Pkwy, and the office is ahead on the parkway, a trip of about 5.5 miles with no interstate and no tolls.
Our address is 4160 Heritage Trace Pkwy Ste 408, Fort Worth, TX 76244, between Barksdale Drive and Sinclair Street and a short way west of North Beach Street. Pull up Heritage Trace Dental in Google Maps for turn-by-turn directions. Two neighborhoods we also serve, Woodland Springs and Timberland, sit just inside the Fort Worth city line next to Keller.
Keller Life and a Practice That Fits It
Keller has a long story for a suburb. A local druggist set aside 40 acres for a town site in 1881, and within a year the settlement traded the name Athol for Keller, after a railroad foreman. The city incorporated in November 1955 and counted 45,776 residents at the 2020 census.
Today Keller is a mostly residential community in Tarrant County, known for its parks and trails. The city maintains more than 300 acres of developed parkland at 11 park sites and over 26 miles of hike-and-bike trails. No interstate runs through town, so most trips follow US 377, FM 1709 and Davis Boulevard.
That road network is the reason the drive to our office feels so manageable. US 377 runs along the west side of the city, and from there Kroger Drive leads straight onto Heritage Trace Pkwy. Neighboring Southlake and Colleyville lie to the east, while our office sits to the west, closer to the Alliance corridor.
Schools tie the two areas together as well. Keller ISD operates 39 campuses for more than 34,000 students, and its boundaries reach well beyond the city into northeast Fort Worth, including the neighborhood where our office sits. Keller High School on North Pate-Orr Road is one of the district's high schools serving the city.
Long-Term Smile Care for Established Keller Households
This is a well-established city, and in many households dental needs have matured along with the family. Older fillings start to crack, a molar that once had a large repair may need a crown, and a missing tooth from years ago becomes harder to ignore. These are common conversations in our chairs.
Time is often the deciding factor. Traditional crowns mean an impression, a temporary and a second visit weeks later. Here, digital scanning and Glidewell® IO in-office milling let Dr. Cross design, mill and place a crown in a single appointment, so a cracked tooth does not take over your calendar.
Replacing missing teeth calls for careful planning. A CBCT scan captures the jaw, bone and nerve pathways in three dimensions with a single low-radiation scan, which helps Dr. Cross plan an implant with precision before treatment begins. Options range from a single implant to snap-in dentures and All-On-X full-arch replacement.
Appearance matters too, especially for adults who spend their days meeting clients or leading teams. Whitening, veneers and Invisalign® can refresh a smile that has shifted or dulled over time. His 100 hours of yearly continuing education focus on cosmetic and implant dentistry, and he plans every change so the result looks like you on your best day.
Some patients put off this kind of work because past visits were stressful. Dr. Cross slows down, listens to what has made dentistry hard before, and explains each step so nothing comes as a surprise. Oral sedation is available for significant anxiety, and cozy blankets, neck pillows and TV entertainment make longer appointments easier to sit through.
Emergencies rarely wait for a convenient moment. A broken tooth or a sudden, severe toothache can be seen with same-day emergency care for urgent needs, and new patients can start with a $49 emergency exam and x-ray. Fast relief comes first, followed by a plan for a lasting repair.
Protecting what you already have is the quiet half of good dentistry. Periodontal care keeps gums healthy around crowns and implants, oral cancer screenings are part of a thorough exam, and nightguards shield teeth and restorations from grinding during sleep. Consistent preventive visits are often what keeps a well-made crown working for many years.
Restorative and Cosmetic Care for Anyone Seeking a Dentist in Keller, TX
Same-Day Crowns
Designed, milled and placed in one visit with Glidewell® IO technology. There is no temporary crown to protect and no second trip to schedule.
Dental Implants
Single implants, snap-in dentures and All-On-X restore chewing and confidence. Advanced 3D implant planning maps your bone and nerves before any procedure.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, veneers and bonding brighten and reshape teeth. For bigger goals, smile makeovers combine several treatments into one coordinated plan.
Restorative Dentistry
From conservative fillings to full-mouth rehabilitation, restorative care repairs teeth worn by time. Dr. Cross also has advanced training in molar root canals.
Preventive Dentistry
Cleanings, periodontal care, oral cancer screenings and nightguards protect the work you already have. Regular visits keep small issues from growing.
Meet Your Dentist, Dr. Matthew Cross
Dr. Matthew Cross came to Texas from the mountains of Utah, where he graduated from the University of Utah School of Dentistry. His advanced training covers cosmetics, implants, same-day crowns and molar root canals. Away from the office he enjoys boating, skiing and adventures with his family.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
Most major insurance providers are accepted, and while the practice is out-of-network with Delta Dental, the team still files those claims. Patients without coverage can join the Membership Plan for 20% savings on all procedures. Cherry financing helps spread the cost of crowns, implants or a smile makeover.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Heritage Trace Dental from Keller, and how do I get there?
From Keller Town Hall the office is 5.5 miles away, usually about 11 minutes by car. Take Bear Creek Parkway to US 377, head south to Kroger Drive, and continue west as it becomes Heritage Trace Pkwy. For patients searching for a dentist in Keller, TX, the route never touches an interstate.
What is a smile makeover, and how is it planned?
A smile makeover is a coordinated plan that combines several cosmetic and restorative treatments, such as whitening, veneers, Invisalign®, crowns, implants or bonding. Dr. Cross designs it with digital scanning, CBCT imaging and clinical photography, so you can see what the result could look like before any irreversible step. He listens to your goals first and explains every option.
When should I leave Keller for an 8:00 AM appointment?
Allow more than the usual 11 minutes for an 8:00 AM visit. That figure assumes open roads, and US 377 traffic builds during the morning rush hour, so a little extra cushion is wise. Arriving a few minutes early also leaves time to check in, so your appointment can start on time.
Can several missing teeth be replaced without a removable denture?
Often, yes. All-On-X uses carefully placed implants to support a complete arch of permanent teeth, and single implants can replace individual gaps. Whether you are a candidate depends on your bone and gum health, which Dr. Cross evaluates with 3D imaging. Snap-in dentures are also available for patients who prefer a removable option.
Can I whiten teeth that already have crowns or veneers?
Whitening lightens natural enamel, but it does not change the color of crowns, veneers or tooth-colored fillings. That is why the order of treatment matters. When a smile makeover includes new restorations, Dr. Cross often whitens first to set a bright baseline shade, then matches the crowns or veneers to it so everything blends.
Schedule Your Visit from Keller
Choosing a dentist in Keller, TX starts with a short call to 817-760-2649. Our front desk books visits Monday through Thursday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Visit our areas we serve page for other nearby communities, or explore our Dentist Fort Worth, TX homepage to see what Heritage Trace Dental offers.