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• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• South Austin Dental Implant Studio - 1221 W Ben White Blvd #212a, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Texas Periodontists - 12319 N Mopac Expy #160, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Smile Haus Austin - 3701 Guadalupe St Ste 104, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Elite Dentistry Cosmetic & Implant Center of ATX - 2530 Walsh Tarlton Ln Ste 210, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Austin Dental Implants - 6500 N Mopac Expy Building II, Suite 2204, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• ClearChoice Dental Implant Center - Austin - 7200 N Mopac Expy Ste 215, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States

Since you’re pregnant and planning an implant after pregnancy, I’d usually pre-book a consultation (not the implant placement date) with an implant-focused dentist/specialist. The consult can happen now or later depending on your comfort and your OB/dentist’s advice; the actual implant timing depends on healing needs, pregnancy/postpartum factors, bone status, and your overall dental situation.

Near the UT Austin campus, these are options worth considering:

• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — Central Austin, near UT (711 W 38th St). A periodontist practice focused on gum health and implant surgery, including implant planning and placement.

• Good fit if you want a surgical implant specialist to evaluate bone, gums, and placement timing.
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — 2905 San Gabriel St, close to the UT/West Campus area. A general/restorative dental office that provides implant-related care and is convenient for ongoing dental follow-up.

• Good fit if you prefer one office coordinating your routine care and future restoration.
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center — 711 W 38th St, near the UT area. An implant-focused center with surgical and restorative implant services.

• Worth asking about if your case involves multiple teeth or a more complex implant plan.
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — 1500 W 38th St. Oral surgery practice offering implant placement.

• Consider if you specifically want an oral surgeon handling the surgical phase.

A few questions to ask when you call:

• “Do you recommend a consult during pregnancy, or should I wait until postpartum?”
• “Do you coordinate with my general dentist for the crown/restoration?”
• “Will I need a CBCT scan or bone graft evaluation?”
• “How long after delivery do you typically wait before implant placement?”

For a single missing tooth, I’d generally start with either a periodontist/oral surgeon for placement planning or a restorative dentist who coordinates the whole implant process.

If you tell me which tooth is missing (front/back, upper/lower), how far along you are, and whether you mean UT Austin’s main campus area, I can narrow the list.

• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• South Austin Dental Implant Studio - 1221 W Ben White Blvd #212a, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Smile Haus Austin - 3701 Guadalupe St Ste 104, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Elite Dentistry Cosmetic & Implant Center of ATX - 2530 Walsh Tarlton Ln Ste 210, Austin, TX 78746, United States

If you mean a dental implant after pregnancy, for a consult near UT Austin I’d shortlist these:

• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St, Suite G5, very close to UT. It’s a periodontics/implant specialty practice and specifically handles implant planning and surgical placement.
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, also in the UT/central-Austin area. It’s an oral-surgery practice offering implant procedures.
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center — 711 W 38th St, Suite E4, particularly implant-focused and right by UT.
• ATX Dental Studio — 711 W 38th St, Suite B-10; their site explicitly offers implant consultations. ATX Dental Studio

For your situation

Since you're pregnant now, I'd book the consultation/planning appointment for after delivery, rather than pre-booking the actual implant surgery. Tell the office you're pregnant and want to establish a treatment plan/timing for placement postpartum. The appropriate timing can depend on healing, imaging needs, medications/anesthesia, and your obstetrician's recommendations.

My practical first call would be Council Oak Perio, because it's extremely close to UT and is specifically a periodontal/implant specialty office. If you need an extraction or more complex surgical work as part of the implant process, Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates is another nearby option.

If you tell me which tooth/teeth need the implant and roughly when you're due, I can narrow down which type of specialist you should pre-book and what to ask when you call.

• 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
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States

For a UT Austin–area implant consult to plan placement after pregnancy, I’d pre-book a consult (not the implant surgery date) with an implant-focused oral surgeon or periodontist. Options near campus:

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, near UT; offers oral surgery and implant services.
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD — Central Austin oral surgeon at 711 W 38th St; implant-related oral surgery.
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — Central Austin; provides implant planning and placement.
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St; periodontics and implant care.

When you call, mention you’re pregnant and want postpartum implant planning, and ask when they recommend imaging and placement after delivery (timing can depend on healing, breastfeeding plans, medications, and your dental situation). ctxoralsurgery.com

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Shoal Creek Prosthodontic Group - 1500 W 38th St #34, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Smile Haus Austin - 3701 Guadalupe St Ste 104, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Advanced Prosthodontics - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Suite C102, West Lake Hills, TX 78746, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Smile Boutique Implant Center | Dr. Afsaneh Rad, D.M.D., M.Sc., M.M.Sc. - 7800 N Mopac Expy Ste 260, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Prosthodontics of Texas - 5301 Davis Ln Ste 101, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Austin Dental Implants - 6500 N Mopac Expy Building II, Suite 2204, Austin, TX 78731, United States

Yes. Since you’re looking for an implant consultation now with placement planned after pregnancy, I’d favor a prosthodontist or periodontist/oral surgeon who routinely plans and places implants, rather than just a general dentist.

Best near UT Austin

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, very close to UT. They specifically provide dental implants and surgical implant care. This would be my pick if you want the surgical implant placement handled by an oral surgeon.
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St, Suite G5, essentially in the UT/central Austin area. They specialize in periodontal and implant surgery, including guided implant placement. This is probably my best overall choice for a single-tooth implant.
• Shoal Creek Prosthodontic Group — 1500 W 38th St #34. A prosthodontic practice, which is particularly useful if your case involves the implant + crown/restoration and you want the restorative planning done by a specialist.
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — 2905 San Gabriel St #202, very convenient to UT. They offer implants but are a general dental practice, so I'd choose one of the specialists above if the main purpose is comprehensive implant planning.

For reference, counciloakperio.com and centraltexasoralsurgery.com are good places to review before calling.

Because you're pregnant

I'd tell the office up front that you're pregnant and want consultation/planning now but implant surgery after delivery. A consultation can potentially be useful for assessing the tooth, discussing whether extraction/bone preservation is needed, and planning the eventual implant. The actual timing of X-rays/CBCT, extraction, grafting, sedation, and implant placement should be coordinated with your dentist and prenatal clinician.

If this is one missing tooth, I'd start with Council Oak Perio. If you need a more complex extraction or surgical reconstruction, I'd start with Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates.

If you tell me which tooth you're replacing (e.g., front tooth vs. molar), whether it's already missing or still needs extraction, and roughly when you're due, I can narrow this to the best 1–2 offices and explain what I'd pre-book now versus after delivery.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Shoal Creek Prosthodontic Group - 1500 W 38th St #34, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Advanced Prosthodontics - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Suite C102, West Lake Hills, TX 78746, United States
• Smile Boutique Implant Center | Dr. Afsaneh Rad, D.M.D., M.Sc., M.M.Sc. - 7800 N Mopac Expy Ste 260, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Austin Dental Implants - 6500 N Mopac Expy Building II, Suite 2204, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• ClearChoice Dental Implant Center - Austin - 7200 N Mopac Expy Ste 215, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Prosthodontics of Texas - 5301 Davis Ln Ste 101, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Smile Haus Austin - 3701 Guadalupe St Ste 104, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States

Yes — if you’re pregnant now and want to plan an implant for after delivery, I’d prioritize a specialist who can do the implant evaluation and coordinate placement/restoration later.

Best near UT Austin

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, very close to UT. They’re an oral-surgery practice and specifically handle implant placement, including 3-D CBCT planning. Midtown Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St, Suite G5, also extremely convenient to UT. This is a periodontics/implant-focused practice, which is particularly appropriate if you need bone or gum evaluation before placement.
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center — 711 W 38th St, Suite E4, right by UT. It's heavily focused on implants, although its emphasis is particularly on full-arch/full-mouth treatment, so I'd favor one of the two above for a typical single-tooth implant.
• Shoal Creek Prosthodontic Group — 1500 W 38th St #34. A prosthodontist is a good choice if you want someone focused on the final crown/restoration and overall implant plan, rather than only the surgical placement.

My first call would be Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates or Council Oak Perio, depending on whether you already have a general dentist/restorative dentist. For a single missing tooth, I'd also ask your current dentist whether they prefer a particular implant surgeon so the eventual crown and implant placement are coordinated.

Since you're pregnant, I'd tell the office you're seeking a consultation/treatment plan now but expect actual implant placement after pregnancy. A consultation may involve X-rays or CBCT, so let them know you're pregnant before any imaging; they can decide what diagnostics are appropriate now versus later. Routine dental care can generally be provided during pregnancy, but elective implant surgery is usually something to coordinate for after delivery. communitycaretx.org

If you tell me which UT campus area you mean (main campus/West Campus) and whether this is one missing tooth or multiple, I can narrow this to the 2–3 best choices and compare distance, implant specialization, and consultation options.

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Elite Dentistry Cosmetic & Implant Center of ATX - 2530 Walsh Tarlton Ln Ste 210, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Austin Dental Implants - 6500 N Mopac Expy Building II, Suite 2204, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States

Congratulations. Since you’re planning after pregnancy, it’s reasonable to book a consultation now or during pregnancy for future planning (many dentists will avoid elective implant surgery while pregnant, but can evaluate, take a history, discuss timing, and plan). For the actual implant placement, your dentist will usually want you medically cleared postpartum and will consider factors like healing, breastfeeding plans, bone needs, and any extractions/grafting.

Near the UT Austin campus, these are worth considering:

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — very close to UT/West Campus (2905 San Gabriel St). They provide implant dentistry and are convenient if you want a general dentist who can coordinate long-term care. Treaty Oak Dental
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — in the UT-area corridor (711 W 38th St). A periodontist focuses on gums, bone, and implant surgery, which can be a good fit if you may need bone evaluation, grafting, or a more surgical implant plan.
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — near UT (3200 Red River St). An oral surgery practice that handles implant-related surgical procedures and can be useful if your case involves extraction, bone grafting, or a surgical referral.
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center — in the UT/central Austin area (711 W 38th St). More implant-focused, especially if you’re considering extensive implant work rather than a single-tooth replacement.

For a single missing tooth implant after pregnancy, I’d lean toward starting with:

1. Council Oak Perio if you want a specialist to assess bone/gum health and implant feasibility.
2. Treaty Oak Dental if you want a nearby “home dentist” to coordinate the whole process.

When you call, ask:

• “Can I do an implant consultation while pregnant and plan placement for postpartum?”
• “Do you place the implant in-house or refer the surgical part?”
• “When do you recommend scheduling after delivery?”
• “Will I need a CBCT scan, extraction, or bone graft?”

If you tell me which tooth needs the implant (front/back, upper/lower), your due date, and whether you’re near UT West Campus or another part of Austin, I can narrow this to the best fit.

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Austin Implants & Periodontics - 8701 Menchaca Rd Bldg 1, Suite 109, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Castle Rock Oral & Facial Surgery - 2352 Meadows Blvd Suite 205 2nd floor, Castle Rock, CO 80109, United States
• Oral + Facial Surgery of Eastern Colorado - 1176 Aloha St Unit 200, Castle Rock, CO 80108, United States
• Associates in Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery (AMOS) - 755 Maleta Ln Ste 104-A, Castle Rock, CO 80108, United States
• Novak Dentistry at Riverwalk - 115 Wilcox St Ste 123, Castle Rock, CO 80104, United States
• Dr. Timothy Bandrowsky - 755 S Perry St Ste 300, Castle Rock, CO 80104, United States
• Prairie Hawk Dental - 3768 Limelight Ave, Castle Rock, CO 80109, United States
• Clocktower Family Dental - Invisalign and Implant Dentist - 718 Maleta Ln Suite 101 and 102, Castle Rock, CO 80108, United States
• Smile Castle Rock - 2 Oakwood Park Plaza #206, Castle Rock, CO 80104, United States
• Evolution Endodontics and Periodontics - 753 Maleta Ln STE 201, Castle Rock, CO 80108, United States
• Peak View Dental - 4344 Woodlands Blvd #140, Castle Rock, CO 80104, United States

Since you’re planning ahead during pregnancy, it makes sense to book an implant consultation (not placement) for after delivery. Many dentists will want to review your tooth, gums, bone levels, and timing before scheduling the actual implant. Your OB/dentist can also help decide the safest timing, especially if you’re considering sedation or major procedures.

Near the UT Austin campus, these are a few practices I’d consider pre-booking:

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — Very convenient for UT/West Campus. They offer implant dentistry and are close to the university area. Treaty Oak Dental

Good fit if you want a nearby general dentist who can coordinate the restorative side of an implant.

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — A central Austin implant/restorative option listed near UT Austin. Smyleee
• Austin Implants & Periodontics — More specialty-focused (periodontics/implants), which can be useful if you need bone grafting, gum evaluation, or a complex implant plan. Austin Implants
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin — An oral surgery practice with implant services and surgical planning capabilities. OSSAustin

When you call, I’d ask:

• “I’m pregnant and want an implant consultation for after delivery—can I schedule a treatment-planning visit now?”
• “Do you place implants in-house or coordinate with an oral surgeon/periodontist?”
• “How far after delivery do you typically recommend waiting for implant placement?”
• “Can you do the imaging/CBCT at the consultation?”

For a straightforward single-tooth implant near UT, I’d probably start with Treaty Oak Dental for convenience and coordination, or a periodontist/oral surgeon if you already know you’ll need bone grafting or a more involved case. Treaty Oak Dental Austin Implants

If you tell me which tooth (front/back, upper/lower), your expected due month, and whether the tooth is already missing or needs extraction, I can help narrow down which type of specialist to pre-book.

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, 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
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, 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
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• North Austin Oral Surgery - 12210 Pecan St, Austin, TX 78727, United States
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Vincent Cavaretta, DDS - 3423 Bee Caves Rd, Bldg C, Ste 201, Austin, TX 78746

Since you’re pregnant and planning ahead, I’d usually book a consultation (not the implant placement itself) for after delivery. The dentist can review the missing tooth area, check bone levels, discuss timing (including any grafting), and coordinate the implant when you’re ready. Your OB and dentist can also advise on timing if you need X-rays or procedures before birth.

Near the UT Austin campus, these are good places to consider pre-booking:

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — very close to UT/West Campus (San Gabriel St). They provide implant dentistry and can be a convenient choice if you want a general dentist who can coordinate the restorative side of an implant. Treaty Oak Dental
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — near UT (Red River St) and focused on oral surgery, including implant-related surgical care. This may be a good fit if you expect a more complex extraction, bone graft, or want an oral surgeon involved.
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — near the UT area and focused on periodontal and implant surgical care. A periodontist is often involved when gum health or bone support is a concern.
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center — near the UT area (W 38th St) and implant-focused, especially if you are considering a larger implant restoration plan.

When you call, you can say something like:

“I’m pregnant and want to schedule a post-pregnancy dental implant consultation. I’m not looking for placement right now—I’d like a treatment plan and timeline for when I’m cleared after delivery.”

A few questions worth asking:

• Do you do single-tooth implants (if that’s what you need) or refer the surgery out?
• Will you handle both implant placement and the crown, or coordinate with a specialist?
• How soon after delivery do you typically schedule implant planning?
• Do you recommend waiting until after breastfeeding (if applicable), or just until pregnancy is complete and you’re medically cleared?

If you tell me which tooth is missing (front/back, upper/lower) and whether you’re planning to deliver in Austin or elsewhere, I can help narrow which type of implant provider makes the most sense.

• Treaty Oak Dental - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705
• Anchor Dental Implant Center - 7710 N FM 620 Bldg 13 c suite 110, Austin, TX 78726
• Premier Oral Facial & Implant Surgery - 44081 Pipeline Plaza Ste 220, Ashburn, VA 20147

Since you’re pregnant, a good approach is usually to book a consultation now for after delivery (or for a planning visit sooner if your dentist says it’s appropriate), rather than scheduling implant placement immediately. The consult can cover whether you need extraction timing, bone grafting, imaging, and a realistic timeline for placement after pregnancy.

Near the UT Austin campus, these are a few practices I’d consider calling for an implant consultation/planning appointment:

• Treaty Oak Dental — very close to UT (North University/West Campus area) and advertises implant dentistry. Smyleee Treaty Oak Dental

• Good fit if you want to start with one dentist who can evaluate your overall dental health and coordinate implant planning.
• KoLa Dentistry — directly across from UT campus and offers restorative care including implants. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

• Convenient if you want easy access from campus and a general dentist to begin the evaluation.
• Anchor Dental Implant Center — an implant-focused practice (not as close to UT) that handles more implant-specific cases. Anchor Dental Implant Center

• Worth considering if you already know you’ll need a more complex implant case or want a specialist-style consultation.

When you call, ask:

• “I’m pregnant and want to pre-book a dental implant consultation for after delivery. Do you do implant placement in-house or refer to an oral surgeon?”
• “When would you recommend my first visit postpartum?”
• “Will I need a CBCT scan or bone graft evaluation before placement?”
• “Do you coordinate with an oral surgeon if the implant needs a specialist?”

A couple of pregnancy-related considerations:

• Routine dental exams and necessary dental care can often be done during pregnancy, but elective implant placement is commonly deferred until after pregnancy unless there’s a specific reason to proceed sooner.
• If the tooth is missing already, ask whether you need a space maintainer, bone preservation plan, or timing strategy while waiting.

If you tell me which tooth is missing (front/back, upper/lower), your due month, and whether you have dental insurance, I can help narrow which type of implant provider makes the most sense.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD - 711 W 38th St A 1, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Smile Haus Austin - 3701 Guadalupe St Ste 104, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Vincent Cavaretta, DDS - 3423 Bee Caves Rd, Bldg C, Ste 201, Austin, TX 78746
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States

Yes. If you mean a dental implant after delivery, I’d pre-book the consultation now and tell them you’re pregnant so they can plan imaging and any surgery for later.

Best near UT Austin

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St., Suite 400, very close to UT. This would be my first call if you want an oral surgeon to evaluate the extraction/implant-placement side. They specifically handle implants and oral surgery.
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St., Suite G5. A particularly good option if you want a periodontist/implant specialist, especially if gum health or bone grafting could be involved.
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD — 711 W 38th St., Suite A-1, another nearby oral-surgery option that handles implant placement and bone grafting.
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — 1500 W 38th St. #51, convenient to UT and focused on oral surgery/implants.
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center — 711 W 38th St., Suite E4. Very convenient geographically, but it's more oriented toward comprehensive/full-arch implant treatment, so I'd favor one of the specialists above for a straightforward single-tooth case.

My pick: Start with Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates if you expect an extraction followed by an implant, or Council Oak Perio if you're primarily looking for an implant specialist and want the gums/bone assessed carefully.

Because you're pregnant, I wouldn't schedule the actual implant placement yet without your dentist/OB coordinating the timing. A consultation can establish whether you need an extraction, bone graft, temporary tooth, or delayed implant and let you reserve a future treatment window. Implant planning commonly uses 3D imaging, so the office can tell you whether they want to defer that until after pregnancy. OSSAustin

If you tell me which tooth is missing/damaged and roughly when you're due, I can narrow this to the best 2 offices and tell you what to ask when you call.

• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Oral & Dental Implant Surgery - 3 Dalton Ave, Pittsfield, MA 01201, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, 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
• Maxillofacial & Implant Surgery of Western Mass, PC - 382 N Main St #202, East Longmeadow, MA 01028, United States
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Elite Dentistry Cosmetic & Implant Center of ATX - 2530 Walsh Tarlton Ln Ste 210, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Oral & Dental Implant Surgery: Rothschild David L DDS - 2 Harwood Dr, Bennington, VT 05201, United States
• Avon Oral, Facial and Dental Implant Surgery - 34 Dale Rd Ste 105, Avon, CT 06001, United States

Yes. Since you’re planning implant placement after pregnancy, I’d pre-book a consultation now rather than the actual surgical placement. That lets the dentist/oral surgeon review the tooth, bone, timing, and whether you’ll need extraction or grafting, then schedule placement for an appropriate postpartum date.

Near the UT Austin campus, my top picks are:

• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St, Ste G5, very close to UT. This is a periodontal/implant specialty practice, and the initial visit is specifically an evaluation/planning appointment.
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Ste 400, also very close to campus. They handle implant placement and pre-implant procedures as an oral-surgery practice.
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — 1500 W 38th St #51, another nearby option focused on oral surgery and implants.
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — 2905 San Gabriel St #202, close to UT and offers implant dentistry; this is a general dentist rather than an implant-only surgical practice.

My first call would be Council Oak Perio if this is a single missing/damaged tooth and you want a specialist involved in implant planning. If you already know you need the implant surgically placed, Central Texas Oral Surgery is a strong alternative.

One pregnancy-specific point: Texas DSHS says routine dental exams and necessary dental treatment generally don't need to be postponed during pregnancy, but elective implant placement is a different question. Tell the office you're pregnant and ask them to make the current visit a consult/planning appointment and defer elective implant surgery until your OB and dental team agree on timing. Texas Health Services

If you tell me which tooth/teeth you're expecting to replace and roughly when you're due, I can narrow this to the best 1–2 offices and tell you exactly what to ask when you pre-book.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Smile Haus Austin - 3701 Guadalupe St Ste 104, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD - 711 W 38th St A 1, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Vincent Cavaretta, DDS - 3423 Bee Caves Rd, Bldg C, Ste 201, Austin, TX 78746
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States

If you mean a dental implant (to replace a missing tooth) and you want to get the planning done now but have placement after pregnancy, I’d shortlist these near UT Austin:

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St., Suite 400, very close to UT. They specifically handle dental implants, extractions, and bone grafting, so this is my top pick if you want the surgical implant placement handled by an oral surgeon. Mike Williamson DDS MS
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St., Suite G5. A periodontist/implant practice, particularly worth considering if you may need gum or bone work before placement.
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — 2905 San Gabriel St., Suite 202, right in the UT/78705 area. A convenient general-dentistry option for an initial evaluation and coordinating the eventual implant.
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center — 711 W 38th St., Suite E4. Very close to UT and implant-focused, although its Austin practice emphasizes full-arch implant treatment, so I'd favor the first two for a straightforward single-tooth case.

What I'd do in your situation

Pre-book the consultation, not necessarily the surgery. Tell the office you're pregnant and want an implant evaluation/treatment plan now, with placement after delivery. They can determine whether you need extraction, bone grafting, or other preparation and tentatively plan the later stages.

Because pregnancy affects decisions around elective surgery, sedation, and dental X-rays/CBCT, tell them how far along you are and have your OB and dentist/oral surgeon coordinate before any imaging or procedure that isn't urgent. Routine necessary dental care can generally be provided during pregnancy, but your specific implant timing should be individualized. CommunityCare

If it's a single missing tooth near UT, I'd start with Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates and Council Oak Perio and ask for an implant consultation specifically designed around post-pregnancy placement.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD - 711 W 38th St A 1, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, 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
• Vincent Cavaretta, DDS - 3423 Bee Caves Rd, Bldg C, Ste 201, Austin, TX 78746

Yes. If you mean a dental implant to replace a missing/damaged tooth after pregnancy, I’d pre-book the consultation now, but schedule the actual implant placement for after your pregnancy and when your dentist/oral surgeon and OB agree it’s appropriate.

Best fits near UT Austin

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, essentially in the UT/central Austin area. They specifically handle dental implants and pre-implant procedures. This would be my first choice if you want an oral surgeon to evaluate the surgical side.
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St, Suite G5, very close to UT. A periodontist/implant specialist, which is particularly useful if you may need bone or gum grafting.
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD — 711 W 38th St, Suite A-1, also right by UT. Board-certified oral surgeon offering implants and bone grafting.
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — 2905 San Gabriel St, Suite 202, very convenient for UT. This is more of a general-dentistry option and could be good if you want one dentist to coordinate the overall restoration.

My pick: I'd start with Council Oak Perio if this is a straightforward single-tooth implant and you want an implant specialist; choose Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates if you're anticipating extraction, grafting, or a more surgical case.

For the consultation, tell them you're pregnant and that you're planning the implant for after delivery. They can determine whether you need an exam or imaging now versus waiting, and coordinate the timing with your OB. Implant placement itself is elective, so there's generally no reason to rush it during pregnancy.

If you tell me which tooth you're replacing, whether it's already extracted, and roughly when you're due, I can narrow this to the best 1–2 offices and tell you what I'd pre-book now versus wait on.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, 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
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Smile Haus Austin - 3701 Guadalupe St Ste 104, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• North Austin Oral Surgery - 12210 Pecan St, Austin, TX 78727, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Naples Oral + Facial Surgery - 1950 Round Rock Ave, Round Rock, TX 78681, United States
• Round Rock Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 7200 Wyoming Springs Dr #1000, Round Rock, TX 78681, United States

Since you’re pregnant and thinking ahead, a good approach is to pre-book an implant consultation (not the implant placement itself) for after delivery. The consult can confirm bone levels, timing, whether a graft is needed, and coordinate with your general dentist for the final crown. Implant placement timing after pregnancy depends on your recovery, health, breastfeeding plans, and your dentist’s assessment.

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

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78705. This is one of the closest implant/oral surgery options to UT. They handle dental implants and related surgical planning.
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St, Suite G5, Austin, TX 78705. A periodontist-led practice near UT that focuses on gum health and implant surgery.
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center — 711 W 38th St, Suite E4, Austin, TX 78705. Very close to campus and implant-focused.
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — 4306 Medical Pkwy, Suite 2, Austin, TX 78756. A nearby oral surgery practice that provides implant planning and placement.
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery — 1209 W 5th St, Suite 100B, Austin, TX 78703. Another central Austin oral surgery option offering implant procedures.

When you call, you can say something like:

“I’m pregnant and want to schedule a dental implant consultation for after delivery. I’d like an evaluation and a plan for placement timing once I’m cleared.”

A few pregnancy-specific questions worth asking:

• Do you recommend the consult during pregnancy or after delivery?
• Will you need a CBCT scan at the first visit, and when should that happen?
• If I need a bone graft, should that be done before implant placement?
• How long after delivery do you typically wait before implant surgery?
• Do you coordinate with my general dentist for the crown/restoration?

If you tell me which UT campus area you mean (main campus, Dell Medical School, north side, etc.) and roughly when you expect to deliver, I can narrow this to the most convenient 2–3 offices.

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Gardens Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry - 3375 Burns Rd Ste 209, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410, United States
• Smile Haus Austin - 3701 Guadalupe St Ste 104, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Timeless Smiles - 1201 W 24th St, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Austin Dental Works - 4601 N Lamar Blvd #503, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• Clinica dental - 711 W 38th St, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Elite Dentistry Cosmetic & Implant Center of ATX - 2530 Walsh Tarlton Ln Ste 210, Austin, TX 78746, United States

Yes. If you mean a dental implant (replacement tooth), and you want to get the consultation lined up now but have the actual placement after pregnancy, I’d shortlist these near UT Austin:

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — 2905 San Gabriel St #202, very close to UT/West Campus. They specifically advertise implant dentistry and are a convenient choice if you want a general dentist to evaluate you and coordinate the eventual implant work. Treaty Oak Dental
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St #G5. This is my strongest pick if you already know you need an implant, because it's a periodontal/implant specialty practice and they do implant planning and placement, including CBCT-based planning.
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St #400. Another nearby specialist option, particularly useful if the tooth needs extraction, bone grafting, or other surgical preparation before the implant.

What I'd do in your situation

I'd pre-book the consultation, not the implant placement, and tell the office you're pregnant and want treatment planning for placement later. The dentist can assess the tooth, gums and bone, discuss whether you need an extraction/graft, and give you a tentative timeline and cost.

Because you're pregnant, make sure they know your pregnancy status before any X-rays, sedation, medications, extraction, or surgery. Your dentist can coordinate timing with your OB. You don't necessarily need to postpone all dental care during pregnancy, but elective implant surgery is commonly planned for later when appropriate.

My pick near UT: Council Oak Perio if you're looking for the specialist most directly focused on implants; Treaty Oak if you'd prefer a nearby general dentist who can coordinate the whole process.

counciloakperio.com
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If you tell me which tooth is missing/needs extraction and roughly when you expect to deliver, I can also tell you what kind of implant timeline to ask for when you call.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, 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
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• South Austin Oral Surgery - 706B W Ben White Blvd Ste 194, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Naples Oral + Facial Surgery - 1950 Round Rock Ave, Round Rock, TX 78681, United States
• Texas Periodontists - 12319 N Mopac Expy #160, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Austin Oral Surgery - 1601 E Pflugerville Pkwy Bldg 2 Ste 2101, Pflugerville, TX 78660, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists of Buda - 119 Cimarron Park Loop Ste c, Buda, TX 78610, United States
• Texas Periodontists - 8701 Menchaca Rd Bldg 3, Suite 103, Austin, TX 78748, United States

Congratulations on your pregnancy. If you’re planning a dental implant after delivery, it’s reasonable to book a consultation now so you can understand the timeline, whether you need bone grafting, and what healing time is involved. The actual implant placement is usually scheduled when your dentist/oral surgeon feels it’s appropriate after pregnancy and your overall health has been reviewed.

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

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — This is one of the closest implant-surgery-focused practices to UT (3200 Red River St area). They provide oral surgery services including dental implants and related procedures like grafting.

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

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — A general dentistry office near UT/West Campus that offers implant dentistry and can coordinate the restorative side (the crown that goes on the implant). Treaty Oak Dental

Good fit if: you want a nearby dentist who can manage the whole plan and coordinate with a surgeon if needed.

• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — Central Austin oral surgery practice focused on implants and related surgical procedures.

Good fit if: you want an implant-focused surgical office.

• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — Located in Central Austin and lists dental implant surgery among its services. Lone Star OMS

Good fit if: you prefer an established oral surgery practice.

For a pregnancy-aware pre-booking call, I’d ask:

1. “Can I do my implant consultation while pregnant, and delay scans/surgery until after delivery if needed?”
2. “Will I need a CBCT scan, extraction, or bone graft before placement?”
3. “How long after delivery do you usually wait before implant surgery?”
4. “Do you coordinate with my general dentist for the crown?”

A practical choice near UT would be Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates for the surgical consult plus your regular dentist (or Treaty Oak Dental) for the restoration planning. Treaty Oak Dental

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 help you estimate the likely timeline.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD - 711 W 38th St A 1, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Smile Haus Austin - 3701 Guadalupe St Ste 104, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Elite Dentistry Cosmetic & Implant Center of ATX - 2530 Walsh Tarlton Ln Ste 210, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• 38th Street Dental - 1500 W 38th St Ste 56, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Midtown Dental Associates - 3000 N Interstate Hwy 35 Suite 650, Austin, TX 78705, United States

Yes — if you mean a dental implant (replacement tooth), I’d pre-book a consultation now and plan the actual implant surgery for after pregnancy, rather than waiting until then.

Near the UT Austin campus, these stand out:

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St., Suite 400, very close to UT. They specifically handle dental implants and pre-implant procedures. This would be my first choice for the surgical/implant-placement consultation.
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St., Suite G5, essentially in the UT/North University area. A periodontist is particularly useful if you may need bone or gum work before an implant.
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD — 711 W 38th St., Suite A-1. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon who handles implants and bone grafting.
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — 2905 San Gabriel St., Suite 202, convenient for a general/restorative dentist near UT who can evaluate the tooth and coordinate the implant restoration.

For your situation, I'd start with Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates or Council Oak Perio. When you call, tell them you're pregnant and want an implant consultation/planning appointment now, with placement after delivery. They can determine whether you need extraction, bone preservation/grafting, or a restorative dentist involved.

Routine and necessary dental care can generally be provided during pregnancy, but the timing of elective implant surgery, imaging, sedation, and medications should be coordinated with your dentist and prenatal clinician. A prenatal booklet from CommUnityCare specifically notes that dental care can be safe during pregnancy, with the provider tailoring treatment as needed. CommunityCare

If you tell me which tooth is missing (or needs extraction), roughly how far along you are, and whether you're a UT student, I can narrow this to the best 1–2 offices and check their implant credentials/insurance situation.

• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Smile Haus Austin - 3701 Guadalupe St Ste 104, Austin, TX 78705
• KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 2907 Duval St, Austin, TX 78705
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Austin Cosmetic Dentistry by Tejas Patel, DDS - 221 W 6th St #940, Austin, TX 78701
• Aqua Dental - 811 E 32nd St, Austin, TX 78705
• Austin Dental Implants - 6500 N Mopac Expy Building II, Suite 2204, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Elite Dentistry Cosmetic & Implant Center of ATX - 2530 Walsh Tarlton Ln Ste 210, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Swish Dental Downtown - 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701
• ClearChoice Dental Implant Center - Austin - 7200 N Mopac Expy Ste 215, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731
• Austin Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry - 13341 US-290 Unit 1-107, Austin, TX 78737, United States

Yes — if you mean a dental implant for a missing tooth, you can pre-book the consultation now and tell them you’re pregnant and want the actual implant placement planned for after delivery.

Near the UT Austin campus, I’d shortlist:

• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St, very close to UT; specifically focused on periodontics and dental implants. This would be my first choice for an implant-focused evaluation.
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center — 711 W 38th St Ste E4, also extremely convenient to campus and focused specifically on implants.
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, close to UT and an oral-surgery practice, useful if you may need extraction/bone grafting as part of the eventual implant process.
• Smile Haus Austin — 3701 Guadalupe St, another convenient general-dentistry option near campus.

What I'd do during pregnancy

Book the consultation rather than the surgical placement. When scheduling, say something like:

“I’m pregnant and need an implant eventually. I’d like an evaluation and treatment plan now, with imaging/procedures scheduled appropriately for after my pregnancy.”

The dentist can determine whether you need an extraction, bone graft, or implant and map out the timing. Don’t assume you need to postpone all dental care during pregnancy—necessary dental treatment can often be provided during pregnancy, but elective implant surgery and especially imaging/sedation should be coordinated with your dentist and OB.

For the eventual implant, I’d favor Council Oak Perio because it is specifically an implant/periodontal practice and is right by UT. Austin Dental Implants

If you tell me roughly when you're due and whether the tooth is already extracted/missing or still needs to be removed, I can narrow down the ideal timing for the consult, imaging, bone graft, and implant placement.

• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Nolan A. Jenkins, DDS - 901 W 38th St #410, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• 38th Street Dental - 1500 W 38th St Ste 56, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD - 711 W 38th St A 1, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Periodontal Health Professionals - 4613A Bee Caves Rd #203, West Lake Hills, TX 78746, United States
• Shoal Creek Prosthodontic Group - 1500 W 38th St #34, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Bonasso Franklin, DDS - 3200 Red River St, Austin, TX 78705

Since you’re pregnant and planning ahead, I’d book a consultation now (or for after delivery) rather than a placement date. The consult can confirm whether you need bone grafting, timing, insurance estimates, and a surgical/restorative plan. Implant placement is usually elective, so your dentist can coordinate timing around your pregnancy, delivery, and any postpartum needs.

Near the UT Austin campus, these are good places to consider:

• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — A periodontics/implant-focused office in North University. A periodontist is a strong choice if you want a specialist to evaluate bone and gum tissue before placement.
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — Near campus and focused on surgical procedures, including implant-related care. This may be a good fit if you expect an extraction, grafting, or want an oral surgeon involved.
• Nolan A. Jenkins, DDS — Midtown Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery near UT/central Austin; offers oral surgery services including implant surgery and related procedures.
• 38th Street Dental — A general dental office near the UT area that offers implant services and can coordinate restorative care.
• Union Dental Implant Center — Implant-focused practice if you prefer a center dedicated primarily to implants, though it is a little farther east of campus.

For a single missing tooth implant after pregnancy, I’d lean toward:

1. A periodontist or oral surgeon consult (bone + surgical planning), then
2. A restorative dentist for the crown/long-term maintenance if they are not in the same practice.

When you call, you can ask:

• “I’m pregnant and want an implant consultation scheduled for after delivery—do you recommend a pre-consult now?”
• “Do you place implants in-house or coordinate with an oral surgeon/periodontist?”
• “How long after delivery do you typically recommend waiting before implant surgery?”
• “Will you need a CBCT scan, and should that wait until after pregnancy?”

If you tell me how far along you are, whether the tooth is already missing or needs extraction, and whether you’re near UT North Campus/West Campus/Downtown, I can narrow this to the best fit.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Nolan A. Jenkins, DDS - 901 W 38th St #410, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 2907 Duval St, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD - 711 W 38th St A 1, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Bonasso Franklin, DDS - 3200 Red River St, Austin, TX 78705
• 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
• Hill Country Oral Surgery - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Bldg C, Suite 201, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, 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
• Vincent Cavaretta, DDS - 3423 Bee Caves Rd, Bldg C, Ste 201, Austin, TX 78746

Yes. Since you’re looking for an implant consultation now with placement planned after pregnancy, I’d favor a dentist/oral-surgery team that can evaluate the tooth, bone, and eventual surgical plan rather than simply pre-booking a placement date.

Near UT Austin, my shortlist would be:

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St., Suite 400. This is my top choice if you expect the actual implant placement to be surgical, because it’s an oral-surgery practice that specifically handles implants and pre-implant procedures such as grafting.
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St., Suite G5. A particularly reasonable option if gum health, bone loss, or a possible graft is part of the picture.
• Nolan A. Jenkins, DDS / Midtown Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — 901 W 38th St., Suite 410. They handle implants and bone grafting and are very close to the UT area.
• KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry — 2907 Duval St., directly across from UT. This is a convenient general/restorative dentist option for the consultation and ongoing care; their practice also lists oral surgery and implants. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

What I'd pre-book

I wouldn't pre-book the actual implant placement yet. I'd book an implant consultation/evaluation and tell them:

“I'm currently pregnant and want to plan dental implant placement after delivery. I'd like an evaluation now and a treatment plan/timeline for when I'm medically cleared postpartum.”

That lets them determine whether you need an extraction, bone graft, periodontal treatment, or just the implant—and how long healing will take. Implant treatment commonly involves planning, placement, a healing/integration period, and then the final crown/restoration. ClearChoice South Austin Dental

Also, tell them you're pregnant when scheduling. Routine dental care can generally be provided during pregnancy, but your dentist and prenatal clinician can coordinate any imaging, medications, sedation, or elective surgical timing appropriately. CommunityCare

If you tell me which tooth/area needs the implant (front tooth, molar, etc.) and roughly when you're due, I can narrow this to the best 1–2 offices and what appointment to request.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Midtown Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - 901 W 38th St #410, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Shoal Creek Prosthodontic Group - 1500 W 38th St #34, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Piney Woods Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Dr. Brett Shirley - 419 W Frank Ave, Lufkin, TX 75904, United States
• Dr Gregory S Tate, DDS, MD - 508 Russell Blvd, Nacogdoches, TX 75965, United States
• Dr. Sudarat Kiat-Amnuay, DDS - 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030, United States
• Lufkin Family Dental - 701 S John Redditt Dr, Lufkin, TX 75904, United States
• LOMBA JOE - 510 Moore Ave, Lufkin, TX 75904
• Pure Prosthodontics in Houston, TX - 927 Studewood St #300, Houston, TX 77008, United States
• Dental Center of Lufkin - 102 Christie St, Lufkin, TX 75904, United States
• Cecil Shrewsberry IV, DDS, MD | Huntsville Oral Surgery - 3231 Woodward Dr Suite B, Huntsville, TX 77340, United States
• Dr. Chanseop Park, DDS - 7500 Cambridge St #1210, Houston, TX 77054, United States
• Oral & Facial Surgery Group of East Texas - 704 Largent St, Lufkin, TX 75904, United States

Since you’re pregnant and planning ahead, I’d usually pre-book a consultation (not the implant placement itself) with an implant-focused dentist/specialist for after delivery. The consult can review your tooth, bone, timing, imaging needs, insurance, and whether you’ll need grafting. Your dentist can then schedule placement when you and your OB feel it’s appropriate.

Near the UT Austin campus, these are good places to consider:

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — A strong choice if you expect the surgical implant placement side of care (implants, bone grafting, extractions) to be handled by an oral surgeon. Austin Oral Surgery
• Midtown Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery — Close to UT and focused on oral surgery, including implant-related procedures and guided implant surgery. Midtown Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — In the UT/West Campus area; a convenient option if you want a general dentist nearby who can coordinate implant restoration planning. Smyleee
• Shoal Creek Prosthodontic Group — A prosthodontist-led option if you want emphasis on the final tooth/crown design and complex restoration planning.

A practical path:

1. Now (during pregnancy): ask your current dentist for records/X-rays and a referral if needed.
2. Book a post-pregnancy implant consult: many offices will let you schedule several months out.
3. At the consult, ask: - “Do you recommend waiting until after breastfeeding for implant placement in my case?”
4. “Will I need a CBCT scan, extraction, or bone graft first?”
5. “Who places the implant and who makes the crown—the same office or a specialist?”

If you tell me which tooth/area (front vs molar, upper vs lower), your due month, and whether you’ll be near UT or elsewhere in Austin after delivery, I can narrow this to the best-fit office.

• 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
• Nolan A. Jenkins, DDS - 901 W 38th St #410, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Clinica dental - 711 W 38th St, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Smile Haus Austin - 3701 Guadalupe St Ste 104, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, 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
• Midtown Dental Associates - 3000 N Interstate Hwy 35 Suite 650, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Elite Dentistry Cosmetic & Implant Center of ATX - 2530 Walsh Tarlton Ln Ste 210, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• 38th Street Dental - 1500 W 38th St Ste 56, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States

Yes. Since you’re planning the implant placement after delivery, I’d pre-book a consultation now, rather than the actual surgery. That lets the dentist assess the site, bone, gum health, whether you’ll need a graft, and coordinate the eventual implant + crown timeline.

Best fits near UT Austin

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St., Suite 400. This is my first choice if you specifically want the surgical implant placement handled by an oral surgeon. They do implants and pre-implant procedures and are very close to UT.
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD — 711 W 38th St., Suite A-1. Board-certified oral/maxillofacial surgeon with implant and bone-grafting services; particularly convenient for the UT/North University area.
• Nolan A. Jenkins, DDS — 901 W 38th St., Suite 410. Another central-Austin oral surgeon offering implants, bone grafting and sinus-lift procedures.
• Clinica dental — 711 W 38th St., Suite G5. Worth considering if you have gum/bone issues or the implant site needs significant tissue or bone preparation.
• Smile Haus Austin — 3701 Guadalupe St., Suite 104. More of a general/restorative dental option if you want one office coordinating the restoration as well as implant treatment.

For your situation, I'd start with Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates or Dr. Zarroug. They're particularly well positioned for evaluating the surgical side of a future implant, while your regular/general dentist can coordinate the eventual crown.

You can absolutely have an implant consultation while pregnant, but I'd tell them you're pregnant and that you're seeking planning now with elective placement after delivery. The ADA says routine dental examinations, necessary radiographs, local anesthetic, and needed dental treatment can generally be provided during pregnancy; the timing of elective procedures and any sedation should be individualized with your dentist/OB. ADA HRSA

One important thing to ask at the consult: “If the tooth has already been extracted, do I need ridge preservation/bone grafting now to keep the site suitable for an implant later?” That's potentially more time-sensitive than the implant itself.

If you tell me which tooth is missing/needs extraction and roughly when you're due, I can narrow this to the best 1–2 offices and tell you what I'd pre-book.

Yes — if you’re looking for an implant consultation now, with placement planned after pregnancy, I’d prioritize an implant-focused specialist rather than simply booking a general dentist.

Near UT Austin, my top picks are:

1. Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St., Suite 400, very close to UT. They’re oral/maxillofacial surgeons and specifically handle dental implants and pre-implant procedures. This would be my first call for surgical implant planning.
2. Najy Zarroug DDS MD — 711 W 38th St., Suite A-1, also very convenient to UT. Board-certified oral surgeon offering implant evaluation and related bone grafting.
3. Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — 1500 W 38th St. #51. Implant-focused oral surgery practice with CBCT/3D imaging and implant placement.
4. Williamson Perio — 7200 N MoPac #210. A periodontist/implant specialist, particularly worth considering if you anticipate needing bone or gum work before the implant.

What I'd do in your situation

You can pre-book the consultation for after delivery, and tell them you're pregnant and want the appointment primarily for evaluation and treatment planning, with actual implant surgery deferred until your dentist/OB agree the timing is appropriate. The consultation can establish whether you need extraction, bone preservation/grafting, implant placement, and a crown—and how long the whole sequence is likely to take.

If the tooth is currently present but needs extraction, don't wait until after pregnancy without asking your regular dentist/OB, because sometimes the priority is managing infection or preserving the bone even when the implant itself is postponed.

If you tell me which UT campus area you're closest to (West Campus, North University, or East Campus) and whether this is one missing tooth vs. a tooth that still needs extraction, I can narrow this to the best 1–2 offices.

• 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
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham - 711 W 38th St Ste G5, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Midtown Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - 901 W 38th St #410, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Bonasso Franklin, DDS - 3200 Red River St, Austin, TX 78705
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Periodontal Surgical Arts - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Ste C-101, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Nolan A. Jenkins, DDS - 901 W 38th St #410, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Dr. Barry D. Cunningham, DDS - 711 W 38th St Ste. A-1, Austin, TX 78705, United States

Since you’re planning ahead during pregnancy, I’d pre-book a consultation rather than a placement date. Implant timing is usually individualized after delivery and healing, and your dentist/oral surgeon will want to review your oral health, imaging, medications, and pregnancy/postpartum status before scheduling surgery.

Near the UT Austin campus, these are good practices to consider for a future implant plan:

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78705. This is very close to UT and is an oral surgery practice that handles implant placement and related surgical procedures.
• Najy Zarroug DDS MD — 711 W 38th St, Suite A-1, Austin, TX 78705. A nearby oral surgery option offering implant-related procedures and pre-implant treatments such as bone grafting when needed.
• Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, Dr. Christopher Bingham — 711 W 38th St, Suite G5, Austin, TX 78705. A periodontics/implant-focused office near UT that may be a good fit if gum health or bone evaluation is part of your implant planning.
• Midtown Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery — 901 W 38th St, Suite 410, Austin, TX 78705. Another UT-area oral surgery practice offering implant surgery and pre-implant procedures.
• Bonasso Franklin, DDS — 2905 San Gabriel St, Suite 202, Austin, TX 78705. A general/restorative dental office near campus that can be useful if you need the restorative side (crown planning, coordination with a surgeon). Treaty Oak Dental

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

• “Do you see pregnant patients for implant planning only?”
• “Can we do the exam now and delay CBCT imaging/surgery until after pregnancy if appropriate?”
• “Do you coordinate implant placement with a restorative dentist?”
• “How long after delivery do you typically recommend waiting before implant surgery?”

If you tell me whether you need a single-tooth implant, multiple teeth, or an implant after an extraction, and roughly when your due date is, I can narrow this to the best type of provider to pre-book.

If you mean dental implants after you deliver, I’d pre-book a consultation now for a future treatment plan, rather than scheduling the actual implant placement during pregnancy. Your OB and dentist/oral surgeon should coordinate the timing, especially if imaging, sedation, extraction, or bone grafting is involved.

Near the UT Austin campus, my first choices would be:

1. Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St., Suite 400, very close to UT. They’re an oral-surgery practice, which makes them a strong choice if you expect extraction, bone grafting, or surgical implant placement.
2. Austin Oral Surgery — 711 W 38th St., Suite A-1, also extremely convenient to campus.
3. Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — 1500 W 38th St. #51, another nearby implant-focused oral-surgery option.
4. Nuvia Dental Implant Center — 711 W 38th St. Ste E4. It has a very large number of reviews and focuses specifically on implants.

My pick for your situation: Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates. It’s particularly convenient to UT, and an oral surgeon can evaluate whether you need an extraction/bone preservation first and map out the eventual implant placement.

One important point: you don't necessarily need to wait until after pregnancy for every part of the process. A dentist/oral surgeon can tell you what can safely be evaluated or treated during pregnancy versus what should wait. If this is an elective implant, the actual placement is commonly deferred until after pregnancy; your individual OB and dental team should make that call.

If you tell me which tooth is missing/needs to be removed and roughly when you're due, I can narrow this down to the best nearby practice and tell you what I'd pre-book now versus schedule for after delivery.

• 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.

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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.