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• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Melanie D Robinson DDS, MS - 3305 Northland Dr Ste 204, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Austin Periodontal Associates - 7800 N Mopac Expy Ste 310, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Robert Ramirez, DDS, MS - 11671 Jollyville Rd #101, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Austin Dental Implants - 6500 N Mopac Expy Building II, Suite 2204, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Austin Implants & Periodontics - 8701 Menchaca Rd Bldg 1, Suite 109, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Central Texas Periodontics (Pflugerville) - 2911 A W Grimes Blvd, Pflugerville, TX 78660, United States
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Central Texas Perio and Implants - 10123 Lake Creek Pkwy Building 1, Austin, TX 78729, United States
• Niva Dental Specialists - 15141 Ronald Reagan Blvd Suite 516, Leander, TX 78641, United States

Yes — and because you’re specifically worried about bone grafting before an implant, I’d favor a periodontist or board-certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon who routinely does both bone grafting and implant surgery, rather than choosing a general dentist based mainly on reviews.

My first choices in Central Austin

1. Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St., Suite 400

• This is probably my first call for your situation because it is very central and the practice specifically handles bone grafting, sinus lifts, extractions, and implant placement. Their site says they use 3D imaging to evaluate bone volume and plan implants. Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates
• Phone: 512-320-1640
• centraltexasoms.com
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — 4306 Medical Pkwy., Suite 2

• Another excellent Central Austin option. They specifically advertise implant treatment planning, guided implant placement, bone grafting, ridge/socket preservation and sinus augmentation. Lonestar
• Phone: 512-454-6744
• lonestaroms.com
• Melanie D Robinson DDS, MS — 3305 Northland Dr., Suite 204

• I'd consider her if you'd prefer a periodontist/implant specialist rather than an oral surgeon. Her practice focuses on gum disease, supporting bone, bone grafting and implant surgery, which is particularly relevant if your bone loss is related to periodontal disease.

What I'd do in your shoes

I'd book a consultation before agreeing to the graft itself. Ask them to take a CBCT/3D scan and explain:

• How much bone you currently have.
• Exactly what type of graft they recommend and why.
• Whether you need a sinus lift as well.
• Whether the graft and implant can be done together or need separate surgeries.
• Their expected healing period before implant placement.
• Who will make/place the final crown and how the surgeon and restorative dentist coordinate.
• The total cost from graft → implant → abutment → crown, rather than just the graft price.

A bone graft does not automatically mean something is seriously wrong. Bone loss after an extraction or from gum disease is common, and grafting is routinely used to create enough bone for an implant. Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates

If you want the most convenient Central Austin starting point, I'd call Central Texas OMS first and LoneStar OMS second. If you tell me which tooth/teeth need the implant (upper/lower, front/back), whether the tooth has already been extracted, and roughly where in Austin you are, I can narrow this down to the 2–3 specialists I'd personally consult and compare their reviews, credentials, prices, and appointment availability.

• Melanie D Robinson DDS, MS - 3305 Northland Dr Ste 204, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Dr. Mike Williamson: Williamson Perio - 7200 N Mopac Expy #210, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Elite Dentistry Cosmetic & Implant Center of ATX - 2530 Walsh Tarlton Ln Ste 210, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Austin Periodontal Associates - 7800 N Mopac Expy Ste 310, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Anchor Dental Implant Center - 7710 N FM 620 Bldg 13 c suite 110, Austin, TX 78726, United States
• Niva Dental Specialists - 15141 Ronald Reagan Blvd Suite 516, Leander, TX 78641, United States
• Bedrock Periodontics - 4505 Spicewood Springs Rd Unit 100, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• 38th Street Dental - 1500 W 38th St Ste 56, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists of Buda - 119 Cimarron Park Loop Ste c, Buda, TX 78610, United States
• Austin Clarity Dental and Implant | Austin General Dentist - 11672 Jollyville Rd #1, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Hill Country Oral Surgery - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Bldg C, Suite 201, Austin, TX 78746, United States

If you’re specifically worried about whether you really need a bone graft, how much grafting is appropriate, and who should place the implant, I’d strongly favor a periodontist or board-certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon over choosing a general dentist solely on convenience.

For Central Austin, my first consultation pick would be:

My top pick: Dr. Melanie D. Robinson

Melanie D Robinson DDS, MS

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 512-377-5656)

She is a periodontist whose practice focuses on periodontal disease, bone regeneration/grafting, and dental implants. Her office is at 3305 Northland Dr., Suite 204, which is quite central/north-central Austin. Austin Periodontics

What makes her particularly relevant to your situation is that her practice handles both the bone-grafting side and implant surgery, rather than simply referring the surgical portion elsewhere. Her office also describes a conservative approach to surgery. Austin Periodontics

One caveat: recent Austin community discussion suggests she can have a long wait for a first appointment, so I'd call rather than assume you can get in quickly. Reddit

Two other Central Austin options I'd seriously consider

• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — 1500 W 38th St. Very convenient central location. Dr. Steven Widner's practice specifically performs bone grafting and implants; their site says they treat bone loss to prepare for implants. Widner Oms
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — 4306 Medical Parkway. They offer 3-D implant planning, bone augmentation, socket preservation and sinus lifts.
• Dr. Mike Williamson: Williamson Perio — 7200 N MoPac. Dr. Mike Williamson is a board-certified periodontist with a practice focused on periodontal and implant care, including bone procedures and sinus lifts.

One thing I'd do before scheduling the graft

Don't automatically agree to the graft before getting a 3-D CBCT evaluation and a written treatment plan. Ask:

1. Do I actually need a graft, and exactly where is the bone deficient?
2. Could the implant be placed at the same time as the graft, or must the graft heal first?
3. What type of graft and membrane will you use, and why?
4. How long will you expect me to heal before implant placement?
5. Who will place the implant and who will make the final crown?
6. What happens if the graft doesn't take?
7. What is the total cost from extraction/graft through the finished crown?

The timing can vary substantially depending on how much bone is missing and whether a sinus lift or larger augmentation is necessary. Austin Perio Health Austin Periodontics

If this were my own case, I'd get two consultations before committing: Dr. Robinson for a periodontist's perspective and either Widner or LoneStar for an oral-surgery perspective. Comparing the two proposed treatment plans can be extremely useful when you're worried about being over-treated.

If you tell me which tooth/teeth need the implant (upper/lower, front/back), whether the tooth has already been extracted, and whether you have a recent X-ray/CBCT, I can narrow this down to the best 2–3 doctors and compare their locations, credentials, reviews, and implant/graft approach.

Yes — and because you’re talking about bone grafting before an implant, I’d strongly favor consulting a periodontist who routinely does both bone grafting and implant placement, rather than starting with a general dentist.

My first choice for central Austin

Dr. Mike Williamson: Williamson Perio
Dr. Mike Williamson: Williamson Perio
Web
Address: 7200 N Mopac Expy #210, Austin, TX 78731, United States
Phone: +1 512-346-2782
7200 N MoPac Expy #210, Austin, TX 78731 · (512) 346-2782

Dr. Mike Williamson is a board-certified periodontist whose practice specifically focuses on periodontal surgery, bone procedures, and dental implants. His office also handles sinus lifts and implant site development. dentalcountry.com

He's particularly worth considering if you're worried about being rushed into an implant. Austin patients discussing bone grafts have specifically reported that Williamson takes a conservative approach and may recommend allowing a graft substantial time to mature before implant placement when appropriate. www.reddit.com

Another excellent central-Austin option

Melanie D Robinson DDS, MS
Melanie D Robinson DDS, MS
Web
Address: 3305 Northland Dr Ste 204, Austin, TX 78731, United States
Phone: +1 512-377-5656
3305 Northland Dr #204, Austin, TX 78731 · (512) 377-5656

Dr. Robinson is a periodontist who performs bone grafting and dental implants, and her practice emphasizes conservative treatment. She currently has 4.9/5 from 121 reviews in the local search results, and her practice's own review page shows 4.91/5 from 114 reviews. www.austinperiodontics.com

She'd be my choice if your biggest concern is having someone carefully explain whether you actually need a graft, what kind, and when the implant should be placed.

Worth considering if you want an oral surgeon

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates
Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates
Web
Address: 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
Phone: +1 512-320-1640
3200 Red River St #400, Austin, TX 78705

This is particularly convenient for central Austin. They perform bone grafting, sinus lifts, extractions and implant surgery, including grafting intended to create sufficient bone for an implant.

What I'd do in your situation

Don't schedule the graft immediately based on a dentist simply saying "you need bone." I'd schedule a consultation/CBCT evaluation first and ask:

1. Exactly how much bone am I missing?
2. What type of graft do I need — socket preservation, ridge augmentation, or sinus lift?
3. Can the implant be placed at the same time, or does the graft need to heal first?
4. How long would you wait before placing the implant?
5. What graft material would you use and why?
6. Who will place the final crown — you or my restorative dentist?
7. What is the total cost for extraction + graft + implant + abutment + crown?
8. Can I see the CBCT and have you show me exactly where the bone is deficient?

That last question is important. A good implant specialist should be able to show you the problem rather than simply tell you that you need an expensive graft.

If you tell me which tooth it is (upper/lower, front/back), whether it's already extracted, and roughly where in central Austin you're located, I can narrow this down to the 2–3 doctors I'd personally get consultations from and compare their qualifications, reviews, locations, and scheduling.

Yes — if you’re worried about the bone graft itself and whether the implant will ultimately work, I’d consult a periodontist or board-certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon, rather than choosing a general dentist based primarily on implant advertising.

My first choices in/near Central Austin

1. Best fit for a graft + implant consultation: Melanie D Robinson DDS, MS

• 3305 Northland Dr, Suite 204, Austin 78731
• Periodontist specializing in bone/gum regeneration and dental implants
• Her practice specifically handles bone grafting and implant placement. www.austinperiodontics.com
• Current business information shows 4.9/5 from 119 reviews.
• This would be my first call if you want one specialist to carefully evaluate the bone and plan the implant.

2. Excellent central option: Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates

• 3200 Red River St., Suite 400, Austin 78705
• Very central and particularly relevant if you need bone grafting, sinus lift, extraction and implant surgery.
• Their surgeons use 3-D CBCT imaging for implant/graft planning and offer both grafting and implants. centraltexasoms.com
• Current business information shows 4.9/5 from 19 reviews.

3. Another strong Central Austin option: Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants

• 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin 78731
• Oral-surgery practice with substantial implant and bone-grafting experience.
• Convenient if you're near downtown/central Austin.

4. If you specifically want a periodontist: Dr. Mike Williamson: Williamson Perio

• 7200 N Mopac Expy #210, Austin 78731
• Board-certified periodontist focused on periodontal treatment, implants and procedures involving supporting bone, including sinus augmentation.
• Current business information shows 4.8/5 from 33 reviews.

What I'd do in your situation

I'd book a consultation before agreeing to the graft. Ask them to take a 3-D CBCT scan and answer these five questions:

1. Exactly how much bone am I missing, and where?
2. Do I actually need a graft, or is there an alternative?
3. What type of graft are you recommending and why?
4. How long would you expect me to heal before placing the implant?
5. Who will place the implant and who will make the crown, and are those doctors coordinating the treatment?

That last point matters: implant treatment is often a team effort between the surgeon/periodontist and the restorative dentist who ultimately makes the crown. ctxoralsurgery.com

Also, don't let anyone pressure you into a particular graft or immediate implant without explaining the bone dimensions on your CBCT. Depending on the location and amount of bone, some grafts can be done simultaneously with implant placement, while others need several months to mature first. centraltexasoms.com

If you tell me which tooth/teeth need the implant (e.g., upper front, upper molar, lower molar), whether the tooth has already been extracted, and roughly where in Central Austin you are, I can narrow this to the 2–3 doctors I'd personally get consultations from and compare their locations, credentials, reviews, and scheduling.

Yes — and because you’re specifically worried about bone grafting before an implant, I would consult a periodontist or board-certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon who routinely does both grafting and implant placement, rather than choosing a general dentist based mainly on reviews.

For Central Austin, my first calls would be:

1. Austin Oral Surgery – Central Austin — probably my first choice for a surgical consultation. Their Central Austin office specifically performs bone grafting, dental implants, and sinus lifts, and the practice says its surgeons are board-certified oral & maxillofacial surgeons. austinoralsurgery.com

Central Austin Oral Surgery — appointment information

2. Central Texas OMS — another very strong option, especially if you're anxious about whether you actually need a graft. They perform bone grafts, sinus lifts and implants, and use 3-D cone-beam imaging to assess bone volume and anatomy before treatment. centraltexasoms.com

Central Texas OMS — schedule a consultation

3. Texas Periodontists (Dr. Sree Bodapati / Dr. Siddharth Gupta) — worth considering if you want a periodontist, since periodontists specialize specifically in gum and supporting-bone problems. Dr. Bodapati's practice lists extensive experience with bone grafting, sinus augmentation and implant placement. www.texasperiodontists.com

Texas Periodontists

4. Austin Perio Health — conveniently located at 4310 Medical Parkway and specifically focused on periodontics, gum/bone grafting and dental implants. www.austinperiohealth.com

Austin Perio Health

What I'd do in your situation

If you're nervous, don't schedule the graft immediately. Schedule a consultation + CBCT/3-D scan first and ask:

• “Do I definitely need a bone graft?”
• “What type of graft do I need — socket preservation, ridge augmentation, or sinus lift?”
• “Can the implant be placed at the same time, or does the graft need to heal first?”
• “How much bone do I have now, and how much do you expect the graft to add?”
• “Who will place the implant and who will do the final crown?”
• “What is the expected total timeline and total cost?”
• “Can you show me the CBCT and explain exactly where the implant will go?”

I'd lean toward Central Austin Oral Surgery or Central Texas OMS for your first surgical opinion. Both are very central and specifically handle the combination you're concerned about. A second opinion from a periodontist is reasonable if the proposed graft is extensive or expensive.

If you tell me which tooth/teeth you're replacing (e.g., upper molar, front tooth, lower molar), whether the tooth is already extracted, and roughly what part of Central Austin you're in, I can narrow this down to the 2–3 best doctors for your particular graft situation, including who appears strongest for anxious patients and who can handle the graft + implant as one coordinated treatment.

Yes — and because you’re specifically worried about bone grafting before an implant, I’d prioritize a periodontist or board-certified oral/maxillofacial surgeon who routinely does both bone regeneration and implant placement, rather than starting with a general dentist.

My top Central Austin picks

1. Dr. Mike Williamson: Williamson Perio — my first choice to consult

• 7200 N Mopac Expy #210, Austin 78731
• Board-certified periodontist
• Does bone grafting, sinus lifts, dental implants, and gum/periodontal surgery.
• He has particularly strong patient feedback: Healthgrades shows 4.9/5 from 29 ratings, including experience with bone grafting, bone regeneration, sinus augmentation and implants. www.healthgrades.com
• Interestingly, a recent Austin patient specifically reported consulting Dr. Williamson for a sinus lift + bone graft before an implant and described his approach as conservative. www.reddit.com

2. Melanie D Robinson DDS, MS — excellent Central Austin option

• 3305 Northland Dr #204, Austin 78731
• Periodontist specializing in gum/bone problems and implants
• 4.9/5 with 119 reviews in the local-business data.
• A recent Austin Reddit discussion specifically recommended Dr. Robinson for grafting, although the commenter warned that her consultation wait can sometimes be long. www.reddit.com

3. Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — particularly worth considering if the graft is complex

• 3200 Red River St #400, Austin 78705
• Board-certified oral/maxillofacial surgery practice
• Performs bone grafting, sinus lifts and dental implants, including different graft materials.
• This would be a good second opinion if you're being told you have substantial bone loss or need a sinus lift.

4. Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — very convenient Central Austin option

• 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin 78731
• Dedicated oral-surgery/implant practice with 120 reviews.
• Handles implants and associated bone-grafting procedures.

What I'd do in your situation

If you're anxious about whether a graft is actually necessary, I would not schedule the graft immediately based solely on a general dentist's recommendation. I'd schedule a consultation with Dr. Williamson or Dr. Robinson first, bring your existing X-rays/CBCT if you have them, and ask:

1. Exactly how much bone is missing?
2. What type of graft do I need and why?
3. Could the implant be placed at the same time as the graft, or must I wait?
4. How long would you expect the graft to heal before implant placement?
5. What happens if the graft doesn't integrate?
6. Can you show me the CBCT and point out the deficient area?
7. What is the complete cost for graft + implant + abutment + crown?
8. Who will place the implant and who will make the final crown?

That last point is important: graft → implant → crown can involve a periodontist/oral surgeon plus a restorative dentist, so I'd want the entire sequence mapped out before paying for surgery.

If you tell me which tooth/teeth you're replacing (e.g. upper front tooth, molar), whether the tooth has already been extracted, and whether you've been told you need a sinus lift, I can narrow this down to the best 2–3 doctors for your particular graft situation and find their current consultation/scheduling information.

If you’re specifically worried about bone grafting before an implant, I’d consult a board-certified periodontist rather than starting with a general dentist. A periodontist specializes in the gums, jawbone, bone regeneration, and implant placement.

My top Central Austin pick

Dr. Mike Williamson: Williamson Perio — Dr. Mike Williamson
7200 N MoPac Expy #210, Austin, TX 78731

He’s a board-certified periodontist whose practice specifically handles dental implants, bone procedures, sinus lifts, and gum grafting. He’s also very well reviewed locally (4.8/5 from 33 reviews).

A particularly relevant Austin patient discussion described Dr. Williamson as conservative in his approach to grafting and implant timing—which is actually something I would value when you're worried about being pushed into unnecessary surgery. www.reddit.com

I would make him my first consultation.

Two excellent alternatives nearby

Melanie D Robinson DDS, MS
3305 Northland Dr #204, Austin, TX 78731
Dr. Robinson is a periodontist who performs bone grafting, dental implants, and periodontal surgery. Her practice emphasizes conservative treatment, and she currently has a 4.9/5 rating with 119 reviews. www.austinperiodontics.com

Dr. Robert D. Jasper, DDS / Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates
3200 Red River St #400, Austin, TX 78705
This is a very central option if you'd rather have an oral surgeon evaluate the situation. They specifically perform bone grafts, sinus lifts and implants. centraltexasoms.com

There's also Najy Zarroug DDS MD at 711 W. 38th St., who is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon and handles implants and bone grafting.

One thing I'd do before scheduling the graft

Don't schedule the graft itself until you've had a CBCT/3-D evaluation and a complete implant plan. The important question isn't simply “Do I need a bone graft?” but:

• How much bone is actually missing?
• Is the graft needed because of width, height, or both?
• Could the implant and graft be done simultaneously?
• Is a socket/ridge preservation graft enough, or do you need a larger augmentation?
• If it's an upper back tooth, do you need a sinus lift?
• How long will the graft need to mature before implant placement?
• Who will place the implant and who will make the final crown?
• What happens if the graft doesn't take?

Bone grafting doesn't automatically mean a long, complicated process. Depending on the amount and location of missing bone, an implant can sometimes be placed at the same time; in other situations the graft needs several months to mature first. www.austinperiodontics.com

If this were my situation, I'd get a consultation with Williamson Perio first and, if the proposed graft is extensive or expensive, get a second opinion from Dr. Robinson or an oral surgeon before committing. That gives you a much better chance of knowing whether the graft being proposed is genuinely necessary and whether the timing makes sense.

If you tell me which tooth/teeth you're replacing (e.g., upper molar, front tooth, lower molar), whether the tooth has already been extracted, and whether you've already been told you need a graft, I can narrow this down to the best specialist and tell you what I'd ask at the consultation.

If you’re worried about bone grafting before an implant, I’d prioritize an oral and maxillofacial surgeon or periodontist who routinely does both grafting and implant placement, rather than starting with a general dentist.

My first choice in Central Austin

LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756

This is particularly compelling for your situation because the practice specifically offers bone grafting, sinus-lift augmentation, jaw-bone augmentation, and dental implants, and says it uses 3-D implant planning and guided implant placement. www.lonestaroms.com

Another very convenient Central Austin option is:

Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731

They focus on oral surgery and implants, and their patient information includes cases involving bone grafting and implant placement.

If you want a second opinion

Vincent Cavaretta, DDS at Hill Country Oral Surgery in Westlake is another strong option. The practice specifically lists bone grafting/sinus lifts and dental implant surgery, and Dr. Cavaretta is listed as board-certified in oral and maxillofacial surgery and oral implantology. centraltexasoms.com

For a more periodontal/bone-focused opinion, Bedrock Periodontics is worth considering, although it's farther north. Periodontists specialize in the gums and supporting bone and commonly handle ridge augmentation, grafting, and implants.

What I'd do in your shoes

I'd book one consultation with LoneStar OMS first, and ask specifically for:

1. 3-D CBCT imaging of the implant site.
2. Whether you actually need a graft and what type.
3. Whether the graft can be done at the same time as extraction, if the tooth is still present.
4. How long they expect you to heal before placing the implant.
5. Who will make/place the final crown and how the surgeon and restorative dentist coordinate.
6. A written total-cost estimate covering extraction, graft, implant, abutment, and crown.

Don't let anyone rush you into a graft or implant without showing you the CBCT and explaining why the graft is necessary. Bone loss, gum health, infection, and the exact location of the implant all affect the plan. centraltexasoms.com

If you'd like, I can also narrow this down to the 3 best Central Austin practices based on credentials, patient reviews, graft/implant expertise, and estimated cost, and give you their phone numbers and scheduling links.

Yes — for bone grafting before a dental implant, I’d strongly favor consulting a periodontist or oral & maxillofacial surgeon who routinely does both grafting and implant placement, rather than starting with a general dentist.

For Central Austin, my first consultation choice would be:

My top pick: Dr. Mike Williamson: Williamson Perio

Dr. Mike Williamson: Williamson Perio
Web
Address: 7200 N Mopac Expy #210, Austin, TX 78731, United States
Phone: +1 512-346-2782

• 7200 N Mopac Expy #210, Austin, TX 78731
• Board-certified periodontist
• Specifically focuses on dental implants, bone procedures, sinus lifts and gum grafting.
• He has also been recommended by Austin patients specifically for implant/bone-graft cases. www.reddit.com
• Phone: (512) 346-2782

I would call and ask for an implant consultation specifically involving bone grafting, rather than simply booking a graft.

Two other very strong Central Austin options

Melanie D. Robinson DDS, MS — 3305 Northland Dr., Suite 204
This is another excellent fit if you're nervous about the procedure. Her practice specifically offers bone grafting and dental implants, and her patient reviews emphasize thorough explanations and comfort. The practice currently reports 4.91/5 across 114 reviews. www.austinperiodontics.com

Dr. Robinson's practice website

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St., Suite 400
This is particularly worth considering if your case involves a difficult extraction, substantial bone loss, sinus lift, or more complicated surgical work. They perform bone grafting/sinus lifts and implant surgery and have a 4.9 rating in the current local-business results.

One important thing before you schedule the graft

Don't let anyone automatically sell you on "graft first, implant later" without showing you the imaging and explaining why. Ask the specialist:

1. How much bone do I actually have?
2. Do I need a socket graft, ridge augmentation, or sinus lift?
3. Could the implant be placed at the same time as the extraction/graft, or does it need to be staged?
4. How long would you wait between graft and implant?
5. What graft material do you recommend and why?
6. What is the total expected cost including the implant, abutment and crown?
7. Who will make/place the final crown?
8. Can you show me the CBCT scan and explain exactly where the implant will go?

Given that you're worried about the graft, I'd actually get two consultations before committing. Bone-graft timing can vary substantially depending on the location of the tooth, amount of bone missing, infection, sinus anatomy and the type of graft.

If you tell me which tooth/tooth number you're replacing (e.g. upper front tooth, upper molar, lower molar) and whether the tooth has already been extracted, I can narrow this down to the best 2–3 Central Austin specialists for your particular situation and compare their locations, reviews, specialties, and scheduling options.

Yes — and because you’re specifically worried about bone grafting before an implant, I’d start with a board-certified periodontist, rather than a general dentist. A periodontist specializes in the bone and gum tissue around implants and can evaluate whether you actually need a graft, what type, and when the implant should be placed.

My top choice for central Austin

Melanie D Robinson DDS, MS
3305 Northland Dr, Suite 204, Austin, TX 78731
512-377-5656

Dr. Robinson is a board-certified periodontist whose practice specifically handles bone grafting, dental implants, gum grafting, and periodontal surgery. Her practice emphasizes conservative treatment—only recommending surgery when necessary—and she can handle the implant surgical phase as well as coordinate the final restoration. www.austinperiodontics.com

Her current practice rating is about 4.9/5 from 119 reviews, and recent patient reviews specifically praise her explanations and surgical care. www.austinperiodontics.com

I'd call and ask for an implant/bone-grafting consultation rather than scheduling the graft immediately. You want the specialist to review a CBCT/3-D scan first and tell you whether grafting is truly necessary.

Two other excellent options

• Dr. Mike Williamson: Williamson Perio — 7200 N Mopac Expy #210. Board-certified periodontist offering implants and bone procedures including sinus lifts. He's particularly worth considering if you want a second opinion on whether/how much grafting is necessary. www.reddit.com
• Austin Periodontal Associates — 7800 N Mopac Expy #310. Dr. Andrew Verrett is a board-certified periodontist specializing in implants and hard/soft-tissue augmentation. The practice has very strong patient feedback, including implant and graft experiences. www.austinperiodontal.com

If you want truly central Austin, rather than north-central, Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants at 1500 W 38th St is another option; it's an oral-surgery practice with substantial implant and bone-grafting experience.

One important thing before you schedule the graft

Don't let anyone rush you into "graft first, implant later" without answering:

1. Do I definitely need a graft?
2. What kind? Socket preservation, ridge augmentation, sinus lift, etc.
3. How much bone is missing on the CBCT?
4. Can the implant be placed at the same time as the graft, or does it need to heal first?
5. How long will you wait before placing the implant?
6. Who will place the implant and who will make the crown?
7. What is the total cost from extraction → graft → implant → abutment → crown?

A graft can be exactly the right treatment, but the type and timing matter enormously.

If you'd like, I can also compare 3–5 central Austin specialists specifically for bone graft + implant cases, including credentials, reviews, distance, consultation/scheduling information, and which I'd choose for a second opinion.

Yes — and because you’re specifically concerned about bone grafting before an implant, I’d prioritize a board-certified periodontist or oral/maxillofacial surgeon who routinely does both bone regeneration and implant placement, rather than starting with a general dentist.

My top Central Austin choice

Melanie D. Robinson, DDS, MS — 3305 Northland Dr., Suite 204, Austin, TX 78731

She is a board-certified periodontist whose practice specifically handles bone grafting, periodontal surgery, and dental implants. Her office describes a conservative approach to surgery, and she offers sedation options including IV sedation. www.austinperiodontics.com

The combination of bone/gum expertise + implant surgery makes her the person I'd be most inclined to consult first for your situation. Her current business listing shows a 4.9/5 rating from 119 reviews. Melanie D. Robinson, DDS, MS

Schedule/contact Dr. Robinson's office

Two other strong options

• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — 1500 W 38th St. #51. Very convenient Central Austin location and focused on oral surgery and implants, including cases involving bone grafting.
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — 4306 Medical Pkwy. #2. Particularly worth considering if you want an oral surgeon's assessment; they advertise 3-D implant planning, bone augmentation, socket preservation and sinus lifts.

Another excellent periodontist to consider is Williamson Perio at 7200 N. MoPac #210. The practice is led by board-certified periodontist Dr. Mike Williamson and handles implants, bone procedures and sinus lifts. Williamson Perio

One important thing before you schedule the graft

I wouldn't automatically agree to a graft until you've had a 3-D CBCT evaluation and a complete implant plan. The amount and location of bone loss can determine whether you need:

• socket/ridge preservation
• horizontal or vertical bone augmentation
• sinus lift
• graft at the same time as implant placement
• or, in some cases, no graft at all

The timeline can vary substantially depending on the graft. For example, one Austin periodontic practice notes that when grafting is required before implant surgery, healing may take at least several months. www.austinperiodontics.com

If this were me, I'd book a consultation with Dr. Robinson first, and ask them to give you a written plan showing: tooth/site → amount/type of bone loss → graft procedure → expected healing period → implant placement → crown/restoration → total cost.

If you tell me which tooth you're replacing (e.g., upper molar, front tooth, lower molar), whether it's already extracted, and roughly where in Central Austin you are, I can narrow this down to the best 2–3 specialists for your particular graft situation and compare their locations, credentials, reviews, and consultation options.

Yes — if you’re worried about the bone graft itself and the eventual implant, I’d consult a periodontist or board-certified oral/maxillofacial surgeon, rather than choosing a general dentist solely because they advertise implants. The graft needs to be planned around the final implant position.

My first choice in Central Austin

Melanie D Robinson DDS, MS — Periodontist, 3305 Northland Dr., Suite 204

This would be my first consultation for your situation. Her practice specifically focuses on periodontal disease, bone conditions, bone grafting/regeneration, and dental implants. The office also coordinates the surgical implant work with the restorative dentist who ultimately puts the crown on. centraltexasoms.comcentraltexasoms.com

Two other Central Austin options worth comparing

• Dr. Mike Williamson: Williamson Perio — a board-certified periodontist at 7200 N. Mopac. The practice specializes in periodontal surgery, bone procedures, sinus lifts and implants. There are also recent Austin patient discussions specifically mentioning Dr. Williamson for grafting/implant cases. www.reddit.com
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — 4306 Medical Parkway, very convenient for Central Austin. They specifically offer bone grafting and implant surgery, with an emphasis on 3-D implant planning and guided placement. www.lonestaroms.com
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — 1500 W. 38th St.; another very central option for surgical implant and grafting care.

There's also Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin, but it's farther south in the Circle C area.

What I'd do before agreeing to the graft

At the consultation, ask them to show you the 3-D CBCT scan and answer these specifically:

1. How much bone am I missing, and where?
2. What type of graft do I need? Socket preservation, ridge augmentation, sinus lift, etc.
3. Will you place the implant, or will another dentist do it?
4. How long do you expect the graft to heal before implant placement?
5. What happens if the graft doesn't take sufficiently?
6. What is the total cost from graft → implant → abutment → final crown?
7. Can the graft and implant be done at the same time, or is staged treatment safer in my case?

One important point: don't assume you definitely need a graft until someone reviews your imaging. In some situations an implant can be placed immediately; in others, grafting first produces a substantially better foundation. centraltexasoms.comcentraltexasoms.com

If you tell me which tooth/tooth area needs the implant (e.g. upper front, upper molar, lower molar) and whether the tooth has already been extracted, I can narrow this to the 2–3 best specialists for your particular graft situation in Central Austin, including which I'd call first.

Yes — and because you’re talking about bone grafting before an implant, I would consult a periodontist or board-certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon who routinely does both grafting and implant placement, rather than choosing a general dentist based mainly on reviews.

My first choice for Central Austin

Council Oak Perio — 711 W 38th St, Suite G5

This is particularly convenient for Central Austin/UT. It is a periodontal and implant specialty practice, with bone/tissue regeneration and implant surgery among its services. reviews.birdeye.com

Why I'd put them on your shortlist: you're potentially looking at a sequence of extraction → bone graft → healing → implant → crown, and having an implant-focused periodontist evaluate the entire process is valuable.

Another doctor I'd seriously consider

Melanie D. Robinson, DDS, MS — 3305 Northland Dr, Suite 204

Dr. Robinson is a periodontist who specifically performs bone grafting and dental implants. Her practice reports 4.91/5 from 114 reviews on its review page, including recent 2026 patient feedback. www.austinperiodontics.com

She's a little farther north than Central Austin, but I'd consider her worth the drive. Interestingly, recent Austin patient discussions specifically recommend Dr. Robinson for grafting, although one person reported a long wait for a first appointment. www.reddit.com

If you want an oral surgeon instead

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400

This is very central and offers both bone grafting, sinus lifts and implants. Their site says no referral is required for consultation. centraltexasoms.com

What I'd do in your situation

I wouldn't schedule the graft immediately based on an online recommendation. Schedule a consultation first and ask them to review a CBCT/3-D scan and explain:

1. Exactly why you need the graft and how much bone is missing.
2. Whether they recommend socket preservation, ridge augmentation, or a sinus lift.
3. Whether the graft and implant will be done by the same specialist.
4. How long they expect you to heal before implant placement.
5. What graft material they recommend and why.
6. What happens if the graft doesn't produce enough bone.
7. The complete cost from extraction through final crown, not just the graft/implant surgery.
8. Whether they use CBCT and guided implant planning.

One important point: don't let anyone pressure you into grafting without showing you the imaging and explaining the rationale. There can be legitimate differences in treatment plans, and getting a second opinion before an irreversible procedure is completely reasonable.

If you want, I can also narrow this down to the 3 best Central Austin specialists based on credentials, implant/grafting experience, reviews, distance, and likely cost, and give you their contact/appointment information.

Yes — if you’re worried about a bone graft before an implant, I’d strongly favor a board-certified periodontist or oral & maxillofacial surgeon rather than choosing a general dentist solely because they advertise implants. The specialist can determine whether you actually need a graft, what type, and whether the implant can be placed at the same time or needs to wait for healing.

My top Central Austin choices

1. Austin Periodontal Associates — Dr. Andrew Verrett

This would be my first consultation for your situation. Dr. Verrett is a board-certified periodontist whose practice specifically handles bone regeneration/grafting and dental implant placement, so you can have the graft and implant planning evaluated together. www.austinperiodontal.com

Austin Periodontal Associates — schedule/office information

2. Austin Perio Health — Dr. Joshua R. Chapa

This is another very convenient Central Austin option. The practice specifically lists bone grafting, ridge preservation, sinus lifts and implants among its services. www.austinperiohealth.com

Austin Perio Health

3. Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates

If your case involves a significant bone defect, difficult extraction, sinus lift, or you're particularly nervous about surgery, I'd also consider an oral surgeon. This practice performs both bone grafting and implants and has 3D CBCT imaging and sedation options. centraltexasoms.comcentraltexasoms.com

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates

If I were choosing

I'd start with Dr. Andrew Verrett/Austin Periodontal Associates and ask for a comprehensive implant + bone-grafting consultation with 3D imaging.

Importantly, don't let anyone tell you that a graft is automatically necessary without showing you the bone anatomy. Ask:

• Do I actually need a graft?
• What type — socket preservation, ridge augmentation, sinus lift, etc.?
• Can the implant be placed at the same time as the graft?
• If not, how long would you wait before placing the implant?
• What does the CBCT show regarding bone width/height?
• Who will place the implant and who will make the final crown?
• What is the total cost for graft + implant + abutment + crown, including imaging?
• What happens if the graft doesn't take?

And one important point: a bone graft doesn't necessarily mean something has gone badly wrong. Bone loss after an extraction is common, and grafting is often a planned way of rebuilding enough bone to support an implant. centraltexasoms.comcentraltexasoms.com

If you tell me which tooth/teeth you're replacing (e.g. upper front tooth, molar), whether the tooth has already been extracted, and roughly where in Central Austin you want to stay, I can narrow this to the 2–3 best specialists and compare their credentials, reviews, location, and consultation options.