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• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD - 711 W 38th St A 1, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 2907 Duval St, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Smile Haus Austin - 3701 Guadalupe St Ste 104, Austin, TX 78705, 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
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Dr. Robert D. Jasper, DDS - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States

Yes — if you want to pre-book the implant consultation now but have the actual implant placed after pregnancy, I’d favor an oral surgeon/implant specialist close to UT rather than a general dentist.

Best nearby options

• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — 1500 W 38th St. This is my first choice for your situation: it’s very close to UT, specifically offers dental implants and pre-implant planning, and uses 3D CBCT imaging. Widner Oms
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St., Suite 400. Also very convenient to campus and specifically handles implants, bone grafting, and other surgical preparation.
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD — 711 W 38th St. Another nearby oral-surgery option for implant evaluation and related procedures.
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — 4306 Medical Parkway, a little farther north. They specifically advertise 3-D implant treatment planning and guided implant placement. Lonestar

For one tooth, I'd lean toward Widner or Central Texas Oral Surgery. You can have the consultation/planning done now and tell them clearly that you're pregnant and want placement deferred until after delivery. The actual timing can then be coordinated around your pregnancy and your OB/dentist's recommendations.

One important distinction: if you currently have a damaged/infected tooth or a tooth that needs extraction, don't wait until after pregnancy simply because the implant will wait. Necessary dental treatment can generally be performed during pregnancy, with your dental and prenatal providers coordinating care; the implant itself is a separate question. CommunityCare

If you tell me which tooth you're replacing (e.g., front tooth vs molar), whether it has already been extracted, and roughly when you're due, I can narrow this to the best specialist and suggest when to schedule the consultation versus placement.

Since you’re pregnant and planning an implant after delivery, it makes sense to book a consultation now (not the implant placement) so you can understand timing, imaging needs, insurance, and whether you need a graft before placement. Many dentists will want to coordinate timing around pregnancy, breastfeeding, and your OB’s guidance before doing elective implant surgery.

Near the UT Austin campus, I’d look at these options:

Closest to UT / North University area

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Austin, TX 78705
  • Very close to UT.
  • Oral surgeons handle implant placement and pre-implant procedures (such as bone grafting if needed).
  • Good choice if you expect you may need extraction, grafting, or a surgical implant evaluation.

• Nuvia Dental Implant Center — 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705
  • In the North University/UT-area vicinity.
  • Implant-focused practice; better known for larger implant cases, so ask whether they handle single-tooth implants if that’s your situation.

• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery — 1209 W 5th St #100B, Austin, TX 78703
  • Downtown/West of campus.
  • Offers implant surgery and works with restoring dentists when needed.

Also nearby and worth considering

• 38th Street Dental — 1500 W 38th St Ste 56, Austin, TX 78731
  • General dentist with implant services and ability to coordinate referrals if you need a specialist.

For your situation, I’d ask when you call:

1. “Do you do the implant placement in-house, or do you refer to an oral surgeon?”
2. “Can I do the consultation and CBCT scan while pregnant, then schedule placement postpartum?”
3. “How long after delivery do you typically wait before implant surgery?”
4. “Do you coordinate with my OB if imaging or medications are needed?”

A practical pick: Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates is probably the first call if you want the surgeon who may ultimately place the implant; if you need the crown/restoration too, pair it with a general dentist who coordinates implant restorations.

If you tell me which tooth (front/back, upper/lower), your due month, and whether the tooth is already missing or needs extraction, I can narrow down the best type of provider and timing.

Yes. Since you’re looking for implant placement after pregnancy and want to be near UT Austin, I’d pre-book a periodontist or oral surgeon for an implant consultation, rather than a general dentist. The specialist can evaluate the bone/gums and coordinate the eventual crown with your restorative dentist.

My top UT-area picks

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

My first choice for a consult. She specifically focuses on periodontics and dental implants, including implant evaluation, surgical placement, and coordination with the dentist who will make the final crown. www.austinperiodontics.com

2. Council Oak Perio — 711 W. 38th St.

Very convenient to UT. It's a periodontal/implant practice offering implant planning and placement, including guided implant procedures.

3. Midtown Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery — 901 W. 38th St.

Also very close to UT and offers implant placement plus pre-implant procedures such as bone grafting and sinus lifts.

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

Another central-Austin option for implant surgery and related procedures.

For your situation, I'd lean toward Robinson or Council Oak Perio. A periodontist is particularly useful if there's any question about gum health, bone loss, extraction-site preservation, or whether you'll need a graft before the implant.

Because you're pregnant, tell the office when you schedule. A consultation/planning visit can be different from actually placing the implant; the timing of X-rays, surgery, medications, and sedation should be coordinated with your OB and dental specialist. Dental care itself can be performed during pregnancy when needed, but non-urgent surgical treatment is often deferred when clinically appropriate. wp.uthscsa.edu

If you tell me which tooth you're eventually replacing and roughly when your due date is, I can narrow this to the best specialist and suggest when to book the consultation versus the actual implant placement.

Since you mean dental implants and want someone close to UT Austin, I’d pre-book the consultation now, but plan the actual surgical placement for after pregnancy and have your OB/dentist coordinate timing.

Best near-UT options

1. Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St., Suite 400
   • Very close to UT.
   • Oral/maxillofacial surgeons who specifically handle implants, extractions, bone grafting and related pre-implant surgery. midtownomsatx.com
   • My first choice if you want a surgical implant consult near campus.

2. Najy Zarroug, DDS MD — 711 W 38th St.
   • Also extremely convenient to UT.
   • Board-certified oral/maxillofacial surgeon with implant and bone-grafting experience.
   • Good option if you want the surgeon who will potentially do the placement.

3. Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — 1500 W 38th St.
   • Another central-Austin implant-focused oral surgery practice. www.widneroms.com
   • Convenient if you're around North Campus/Hyde Park.

4. Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — 2905 San Gabriel St.
   • Particularly convenient if you're looking for a general/restorative dentist who can coordinate the crown/restoration side of the implant process.

What I'd do in your situation

Book the implant consultation now, telling them you're pregnant and that you're seeking evaluation and treatment planning now, with placement after delivery. The consult can establish whether you need an extraction, bone graft, sinus work, etc., and give you a realistic timeline.

Routine dental care can generally be provided during pregnancy, but implant surgery is elective, so your dentist/oral surgeon and prenatal clinician should decide what, if anything, should happen during pregnancy. communitycaretx.org

Also, an implant isn't usually a one-appointment process: the surgical implant may need months of bone integration before the final crown is attached. communitycaretx.orgnextgendentalaustintx.com

My pick: Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates for the surgical consult because it's essentially right by UT and specifically handles implant surgery and grafting. If you tell me which UT campus area you're closest to (West Campus, North Campus, East Campus, etc.) and whether you need an extraction first, I can narrow this to the best 2–3 offices and compare distance, implant services, insurance, and reviews.

Since you’re looking for implant placement later, after pregnancy, I’d pre-book a consultation now with an implant-focused oral surgeon/prosthodontist, rather than necessarily booking the surgery date yet.

Best near UT Austin

• Nolan A. Jenkins, DDS — 901 W 38th St #410, very close to UT. He’s a board-certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon, and the practice handles implant surgery and bone grafting. midtownomsatx.com
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD — 711 W 38th St A-1, also right by UT. Implant surgery and pre-implant procedures are specifically listed among the services.
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St #400, another very convenient central-Austin option; they handle implants and related procedures.

My first choice for your situation would be Nolan Jenkins/Midtown, particularly if this is a single-tooth implant and you want a surgeon to evaluate whether you need extraction, bone grafting, or implant placement.

One important pregnancy point: tell the office you're pregnant when scheduling. A consultation can potentially be arranged during pregnancy, but the timing of CBCT imaging, elective surgery, sedation, extraction, grafting, and implant placement should be coordinated with your dentist/oral surgeon and prenatal clinician. If the tooth is currently infected or painful, don't simply wait until after delivery—urgent dental treatment can be appropriate during pregnancy.

For the call, I'd say: “I'm pregnant and planning an implant after delivery. I'd like a consultation now to evaluate the site and make a treatment plan, but I don't want elective implant placement until after pregnancy. Can you tell me what records/imaging you need and when you'd recommend scheduling placement?”

If you tell me how far along you are, whether the tooth has already been extracted, and roughly when you're due, I can narrow this down to the best timing for the consult vs. placement.

If you mean a dental implant (a tooth replacement), I’d pre-book the consultation now, but plan the actual implant placement for after your pregnancy unless your dentist/OB specifically says otherwise. Pregnancy itself doesn’t prevent routine dental care, but elective implant surgery is generally something to coordinate around pregnancy and postpartum recovery. communitycaretx.org

Best near UT Austin

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St., Suite 400, essentially in the UT/central Austin area. They specifically perform dental implants and pre-implant procedures, so this would be my first choice for a placement-focused consultation.
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St., Suite G5, very close to UT. A periodontist is particularly useful if you may need bone grafting or have gum/bone issues.
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD — 711 W 38th St., Suite A-1, also right by campus; board-certified oral/maxillofacial surgeon with implant and bone-grafting services.
• Union Dental Implant Center — 1211 E 11th St., Suite 201, a little east of campus and focused specifically on implant surgery/restoration.

My pick: Start with Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates if you already know you need an implant placed. If the tooth needs extraction, bone preservation/grafting, or you have gum concerns, I'd lean toward Council Oak Perio.

When you call, tell them: “I'm currently pregnant and want an implant consultation now, with placement planned postpartum. Can you evaluate me and help establish the appropriate timing?” They can tell you whether imaging, extraction, or bone grafting should happen during pregnancy or wait.

If you tell me roughly when you're due and whether the tooth is already missing or still needs to be extracted, I can narrow down which of these is the best fit and when I'd schedule the consult versus placement.

Since you’re pregnant and thinking ahead, I’d pre-book a consultation/planning visit, not the implant placement itself. The dentist can evaluate the tooth site, gum health, bone levels, and timing, then schedule placement after your OB/dentist agree it’s the right time. Many implant cases involve imaging (often CBCT), possible grafting, and a healing period, so planning early can help. www.austinperiodontal.com

Near the UT Austin campus, these are reasonable offices to consider:

Closest UT-area options

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78705

Good fit if you want an oral surgeon for implant placement, extractions, or bone-grafting evaluation; it’s very close to UT.

• Austin Oral Surgery – Central Austin (Najy Zarroug, DDS, MD) — 711 W 38th St, Suite A-1, Austin, TX 78705

A nearby oral surgery option that handles implant-related procedures and pre-implant care.

• Midtown Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — 901 W 38th St, Suite 410, Austin, TX 78705

Another UT-area oral surgery practice with implant surgery and related procedures.

If you want a general dentist + implant planning relationship

• Treaty Oak Dental — very close to UT/West Campus and offers implant dentistry; this may be convenient if you want one office coordinating your overall dental care. treatyoakdental.com

What I’d ask when you call

• “I’m pregnant and want an implant consult now with placement planned postpartum. Do you do the surgical placement in-house?”
• “When would you recommend imaging—during pregnancy or after delivery?”
• “Do you coordinate with a restorative dentist for the crown after the implant heals?”
• “How long after delivery do you usually wait before implant surgery?”

A good target is to schedule the consult during pregnancy if you have a dental concern, but let the office know your goal is postpartum placement so they can plan around your delivery and recovery.

If you tell me which UT area you mean (UT campus/West Campus, Hyde Park, Downtown, etc.) and whether you need a single-tooth implant or something more extensive, I can narrow this to the best 2–3 choices.

Yes. Since you’re looking for a consultation now/planning, with implant placement after pregnancy, I’d prioritize an implant-focused oral surgeon or implant dentist close to UT rather than booking the placement itself now.

Closest strong options to UT

1. Najy Zarroug DDS MD — 711 W 38th St, Suite A-1

This is probably my first choice for a surgical implant consultation near UT. It’s an oral & maxillofacial surgery practice and specifically handles implants and bone grafting. It’s very close to campus.

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

Also very convenient to UT. They handle implant placement and pre-implant procedures, so this is a good option if you want a surgeon to evaluate the tooth, bone, extraction history, and eventual placement.

3. Midtown Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery — 901 W 38th St, Suite 410

Another nearby oral-surgery option with implant placement, 3-D imaging/guided surgery, and bone grafting/sinus-lift capabilities. ossaustin.com

4. Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — 2905 San Gabriel St, Suite 202

This is particularly convenient if you want a general dentist who can coordinate the overall implant process near campus. The practice offers implant dentistry and is specifically located near UT. treatyoakdental.com

What I'd book

I'd call Najy Zarroug's office first and say:

“I'm currently pregnant and need an implant eventually, but I want to establish the treatment plan now and schedule placement for after pregnancy. Do you offer a consultation where we can determine whether I need an extraction, bone grafting, or other preparation, and when placement would be appropriate?”

Importantly, tell them you're pregnant when scheduling. They can decide whether an exam or imaging should be deferred and coordinate timing with your OB/dentist. A consultation doesn't mean you have to proceed with surgery during pregnancy.

If the tooth is currently painful, infected, swollen, or otherwise urgent, that's different—you shouldn't simply wait until after delivery; your dentist/OB can help determine the safest treatment timing.

If you tell me which tooth you're planning to replace (e.g., upper front tooth, molar) and roughly when you're due, I can narrow this down to the best 1–2 offices and what I'd pre-book.

If you mean a dental implant (not a contraceptive implant), I’d pre-book a consult now for planning, with the actual implant placement after delivery. For an uncomplicated pregnancy, dental exams and necessary dental treatment can be performed during pregnancy, but elective surgery is generally postponed until after delivery. www.ada.org

Best near UT Austin

1. Nolan A. Jenkins, DDS — Midtown Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
   • 901 W. 38th St. #410, very close to UT.
   • Board-certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon; handles implant placement and related grafting.
   • Their office specifically lists dental implants among its services. midtownomsatx.com
   • My first choice for your situation because it's central and is a surgical implant practice rather than simply a general dentist.

2. Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates
   • 3200 Red River St., Suite 400, also very convenient to UT.
   • Provides dental implants and pre-implant procedures.
   • Good option if you want a second surgical opinion.

3. Najy Zarroug DDS MD
   • 711 W. 38th St., essentially in the same UT/central-Austin area.
   • Oral & maxillofacial surgeon who handles implants and bone grafting.

What I'd tell the scheduler: “I'm currently pregnant and want an implant consultation for treatment after delivery. I'd like to establish the treatment plan now and schedule placement for postpartum.”

One important detail: CBCT/3-D imaging is commonly used for implant surgical planning, but it doesn't necessarily need to be done during pregnancy. The ADA's 2026 recommendations emphasize taking dental imaging when clinically necessary; CBCT can be used for presurgical implant planning. www.ada.org

If you tell me which tooth is being replaced and roughly when you're due, I can narrow this to the best 1–2 offices and tell you what to book now versus what to wait until postpartum.

Since you’re planning ahead for after pregnancy, I’d pre-book a consultation (not the implant placement itself yet). A good implant office can evaluate your tooth, bone, gums, X-rays/CBCT needs, and timing, then plan placement for when your OB/dentist agree it’s appropriate.

Near the UT Austin campus, these are reasonable options to consider:

Closest to UT / West Campus

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — near UT (3200 Red River St). This is an oral surgery practice that handles implant placement and related pre-implant procedures.

Good fit if: you want the surgical implant placement handled by an oral surgeon.

• Najy Zarroug, DDS, MD — Central Austin oral surgeon near UT (711 W 38th St). The practice focuses on oral surgery including dental implants and bone grafting.

Good fit if: you may need extraction, grafting, or a more surgical approach.

• Midtown Dental Associates — central Austin (near the UT/St. David’s area) and offers restorative care including implants.

Good fit if: you want a general dentist who can coordinate the crown/restoration side.

Very convenient near campus

• Treaty Oak Dental — in the UT/West Campus area and advertises implant dentistry. treatyoakdental.com
• Smile Haus Austin — also in the UT area and offers implant-related care. smilehausdental.com

When you call, ask:

1. “Do you do implant consultations now and schedule placement after delivery?”
2. “Will you coordinate timing with my OB if I need X-rays, sedation, antibiotics, or surgery?”
3. “Do you place the implant in-house or refer to an oral surgeon?”
4. “Can you give me a written treatment plan and estimated timeline?”

A few pregnancy-related notes: routine dental care is generally considered safe during pregnancy, but elective implant surgery is often planned around your pregnancy/postpartum situation. Your dentist and OB can help decide the safest timing, especially for imaging, medications, or sedation.

If you tell me which trimester you’re in, which tooth needs the implant (front/back, upper/lower), and whether you’re a UT student/faculty or just want to be near campus, I can narrow this to the best 1–2 choices.

Since you asked for an Austin dentist near the UT campus, I need your location to make sure I’m using the right geographic reference rather than your approximate IP location.

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Once you share it, I can look for implant dentists/oral surgeons near UT and focus on practices that can consult now and schedule implant placement for after delivery.

Yes. Since you’re looking for implant placement after pregnancy, I’d pre-book the consultation now but have the office schedule the actual surgical placement only after your OB/dentist agree on timing.

My first choice near UT Austin

Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St, Suite G5, Austin 78705. It’s very close to the UT campus and is specifically a periodontics/implant practice, which makes it a particularly good fit if you want the person planning the implant and evaluating your gum/bone health involved from the beginning.

Also very convenient

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, Austin 78705. This is another nearby option if your case may require extraction, bone grafting, or surgical implant placement.

For a regular dentist who coordinates implant care

Treaty Oak Dental — 2905 San Gabriel St, Suite 202, Austin 78705. Their site specifically says they're near UT and offer implant dentistry. treatyoakdental.com

What I'd do: book an implant evaluation with Council Oak Perio now and tell them, “I'm currently pregnant and want to plan implant placement for after delivery. I'd like an evaluation and treatment plan now, with surgery scheduled for an appropriate postpartum date.”

Because pregnancy changes what dental imaging, medications, sedation, and elective procedures are appropriate, tell both the dentist/periodontist and your OB that you're pregnant. The consult can establish whether you need an extraction, bone graft, or other preparation beforehand; bone grafting can substantially extend the timeline. uthscsa.edu

If you tell me how far along you are and whether the tooth is already missing vs. needs extraction, I can narrow this to the best type of specialist and suggest when to target the placement.

Yes — if you mean near the UT Austin campus, I’d pre-book an implant consultation now for a later, postpartum placement, rather than scheduling the actual surgery.

My first choice near UT

LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin 78756. It’s in Central Austin, relatively close to UT, and is an oral-surgery practice with a specific focus on implant surgery, 3-D treatment planning, and guided implant placement. Their site says they offer implant assessments. www.lonestaroms.com

Also very convenient

Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin 78705. This is particularly convenient for UT/West Campus/North University and offers implant-related dental care. I'd consider this one if you want a general dentist to coordinate the overall plan, with an oral surgeon/periodontist handling the surgical placement if appropriate.

One important pregnancy consideration

For a consultation during pregnancy, tell them you're pregnant when booking. The dentist can determine what examination/imaging is appropriate now versus later. The implant itself is generally something to plan for after pregnancy, and timing can depend on whether you need an extraction, bone grafting, infection treatment, or other preparatory work.

When you call, I'd say:

“I'm currently pregnant and need a dental implant eventually. I'd like a consultation now to develop the treatment plan, but I want the actual implant placement scheduled after pregnancy. Can you evaluate me now and coordinate the timing and any necessary imaging around my pregnancy?”

My pick: LoneStar OMS for the eventual surgical placement; Treaty Oak if you also need a nearby general dentist to manage the restorative side.

If you tell me which tooth is missing/needs extraction and roughly when you're due, I can narrow this down to the best type of specialist (general dentist vs periodontist vs oral surgeon) and how far ahead I'd book.

Since you want to pre-book a post-pregnancy implant consultation near UT Austin, I’d prioritize a periodontist or oral surgeon who actually places implants, rather than a general dentist.

My top nearby picks

1. Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St, Ste G5, essentially in the UT/central Austin area. They specialize in periodontics and dental implants, making this probably the most convenient fit for your request.

2. Najy Zarroug DDS MD — 711 W 38th St, Suite A-1, also very close to UT. This is an oral & maxillofacial surgeon who handles implants and related bone-grafting procedures.

3. Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, another convenient central/UT-area option. They perform implant surgery and pre-implant procedures.

4. Melanie D Robinson DDS, MS — 3305 Northland Dr, Suite 204. A highly reviewed periodontist specifically focused on periodontal and implant surgery, though farther from campus.

If it were me, I'd start with Council Oak Perio because the location is exceptionally convenient to UT and the practice is specifically focused on implants/periodontics.

One pregnancy-related point: I'd book the consultation for after delivery rather than scheduling implant surgery now. An implant consultation can involve dental X-rays/CBCT and treatment planning, so tell the office you're pregnant and ask what they recommend doing now versus after pregnancy. Their implant evaluation can then determine whether you need extraction, bone grafting, or simply implant placement. Implant treatment commonly involves a healing period before the final crown is attached. www.austinperiodontal.com

You can also ask when you call: “I'm currently pregnant and expect to pursue an implant after delivery. Can I schedule a consultation now for a future treatment plan, and what imaging would you defer until after pregnancy?”

If you tell me roughly when you're due and which tooth needs the implant, I can narrow this to the best 1–2 offices and explain when I'd aim for the consultation versus placement.