Dr. Rafael Mercado, DDS, Dentist
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Dr. Rafael Mercado, DDS

Dentist | General Practice

1931 Northwest Military Hwy. Suite 225 San Antonio TX, 78213

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Dr. Rafael Mercado is a Dentist practicing in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Mercado specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.

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Dr. Rafael Mercado, DDS's Practice location

Practice At 2000 Se Loop 410 Suite 125

2000 Se Loop 410 Suite 125 -
San Antonio, TX 78220
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New patients: 210-648-0996

Practice At 834 Sw Military Dr

834 Sw Military Dr -
San Antonio, TX 78221
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Dr. William Thompson, DDS

3655 Fredericksburg Rd -
San Antonio, TX 78201
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Practice At 4622 W Commerce St Suite 108

4622 W Commerce St Suite 108 -
San Antonio, TX 78237
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Rafael Mercado

1354 Basse Rd Suite 3 -
San Antonio, TX 78212
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Castle Hills Family Dental

1931 Northwest Military Hwy. Suite 225 -
San Antonio, TX 78213
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New patients: 210-732-4570, 210-732-4570
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Castle Hills Family Dental

1931 NW Military Hwy Suite 225 -
Castle Hills, TX 78213
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New patients: 210-732-4570
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Get to know Dentist Dr. Rafael Mercado, who serves patients in Castle Hills, Texas.

Treating patients of all ages, Dr. Mercado is a general and family dentist at Castle Hills Family Dental in Texas. He offers the full spectrum of dental services, including restorative, pediatric, endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery, orthodontics, prosthodontics, laser dentistry, sleep medicine, and implant dentistry.

Due to his warm personality and gentle, advanced techniques, Dr. Mercado has become a highly sought-after pediatric dentist. He also enjoys transforming the lives of orthodontic patients with Invisalign® treatment and other orthodontic options, including ClearCorrect®, traditional metal braces, and clear braces. 

Well-trusted by both patients and colleagues in the dental community, he is committed to delivering the highest quality dental care and does so using state-of-the-art dental equipment. He will take all the time necessary to understand unique concerns and goals, emphasizing patient education to help maintain a healthy smile for life.

A graduate of Marquette University, Dr. Mercado received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology in 1988. He then earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry in 1993.

Following dental school, he received implant training at UTHSC at San Antonio (1992-1993), orthodontic training in straight wire and functional appliances from Dr. Rondeau (2001-2002), training in sleep medicine/obstructive sleep apnea with an oral appliance from Dr. Roubal (November 2012), and laser treatment training with Ivoclar Vivadent (February 2012). 

Utilizing the latest technology in his office to exceed patients’ expectations, Dr. Mercado takes numerous continuing education courses in his areas of interest – implants, orthodontics, 3-D imaging, and CAD-CAM dentistry.  

Pursuing further knowledge in the field of dentistry, he remains an active member of the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association, the San Antonio District Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, the Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, and the International Association for Orthodontics.

Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. Dentists diagnose and treat dental issues and help patients develop better oral hygiene regimens. They clean teeth, correct bite issues, perform surgeries and extractions, and perform other duties to ensure that the teeth and mouth are healthy.

Happily married with children, Dr. Mercado volunteers in school as well as in sport activities for his children. He enjoys playing golf, fishing, and doing home improvement projects. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

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