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• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Primavera Dental Group - Downtown Austin - 815 Brazos St Ste. 101, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Downtown Dental Design - 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Authentic Smiles - 1717 W 6th St Ste 365, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• CTX Oral Surgery & Dental Implants (Georgetown) - 1500 W University Ave Ste 108, Georgetown, TX 78628, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Niva Dental Specialists - 15141 Ronald Reagan Blvd Suite 516, Leander, TX 78641, United States
• Swish Dental Downtown - 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Naples Oral + Facial Surgery - 1950 Round Rock Ave, Round Rock, TX 78681, United States
• David J. Gordon II, DDS - 300 West Ave Unit 1312, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Austin Oral Surgery - 1601 E Pflugerville Pkwy Bldg 2 Ste 2101, Pflugerville, TX 78660, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States

For a single dental implant in downtown Austin, I’d prioritize a practice that either does the entire implant workflow (consult → placement → crown) or has a clear partnership between the surgeon placing the implant and the dentist restoring it. A few good options to start consultations:

My top picks

1. Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery — best if you want a specialist for the surgical placement

• Dr. Todd Eggleston is an oral surgeon, and the practice focuses heavily on surgical care including dental implants. It’s very close to downtown and accepts self-referrals. Eggleston Oral & Facial Surgery
• Good fit if: - You already have a general dentist for the crown/restoration
• You want an oral surgeon handling the implant post placement
• You might need bone grafting or a more complex evaluation Eggleston Oral & Facial Surgery
• Primavera Dental Group - Downtown Austin — best “one office” starting point

• Located downtown and advertises implant consultations, planning, placement, and restoration coordination. Primavera Dental Group Primavera Dental Group
• Good fit if: - You want convenience after recently moving downtown
• You prefer a general dentist to coordinate the whole process
• Downtown Dental Design — good for an aesthetic/restorative focus

• A downtown-area restorative practice that offers implant-related care and emphasizes digital imaging and treatment planning. Downtown Dental Design
• Good fit if the visible front teeth are involved and you care a lot about matching shape, color, and cosmetics.

If I were booking your first consultation

For a straightforward single missing tooth, I’d probably book:

• First choice: Primavera Dental Group for a convenient all-in-one evaluation. Primavera Dental Group
• Second opinion (especially before surgery): Eggleston Oral & Facial Surgery for a surgeon’s implant-placement opinion.

At the consultation, ask:

• Do you place the implant yourself or refer surgery out?
• Will I need a CBCT (3D scan)?
• Is bone grafting likely?
• Who makes and places the crown?
• What is the full expected cost (implant + abutment + crown + imaging + grafting if needed)?
• What implant system do you use and what is your follow-up process?

If you tell me which tooth it is (front tooth vs molar), whether it was already extracted, your insurance (if any), and how far you want to travel from downtown, I can narrow this to the best 1–2 offices.

• Dr. Mike Williamson: Williamson Perio - 7200 N Mopac Expy #210, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Advanced Prosthodontics - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Suite C102, West Lake Hills, TX 78746, 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
• Prosthodontics of Texas - 5301 Davis Ln Ste 101, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Naples Oral + Facial Surgery - 1950 Round Rock Ave, Round Rock, TX 78681, United States
• Nuvia Dental Implant Center - 711 W 38th St Ste E4, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Jovan Prosthodontics - 4010 Sandy Brook Dr #209, Round Rock, TX 78665, 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
• Juan Vesga, DDS - 4201 Bee Caves Rd, Ste C110, Austin, TX 78746
• Hill Country Oral Surgery - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Bldg C, Suite 201, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Austin Clarity Dental and Implant | Austin General Dentist - 11672 Jollyville Rd #1, Austin, TX 78759, United States

For one implant, I’d prioritize a prosthodontist or periodontist who routinely handles single-tooth implants, rather than a high-volume full-arch implant center. Ideally, the same team coordinates the surgical implant and final crown.

My first calls would be:

• Dr. Mike Williamson: Williamson Perio — my top pick for the surgical side. He’s a periodontist whose practice specifically handles single-tooth implants, bone grafting, sinus lifts, and other implant-site procedures. He’s at 7200 N Mopac, so reasonably convenient from downtown. Reddit
• Advanced Prosthodontics — my pick if aesthetics and the final crown are your biggest concern. It’s a specialty prosthodontic practice focused on restoring missing teeth, with an in-house digital/lab workflow. Dr. Juan Vesga is specifically noted for implant-related prosthodontics.
• 38th Street Dental — a more conventional dentist option that's quite close to central Austin and offers implants, bone grafting, and restorative dentistry.

If it were my tooth, I'd start with Williamson Perio for the implant evaluation, particularly if the tooth has already been extracted or you might need bone grafting. Then I'd make sure the plan includes who is making/placing the crown and whether the surgeon and restoring dentist routinely work together.

For a single implant, ask at the consultation:

1. Will I need a CBCT/3D scan?
2. Is there enough bone, or do I need grafting?
3. Who places the implant and who makes/places the crown?
4. What implant system do you use?
5. What's the total fee from extraction (if needed) through final crown, including grafting, abutment, imaging, and temporary tooth?
6. How long will I be without the permanent tooth?

One reason I'd avoid choosing solely based on an advertised cheap "implant special": the implant post is only part of the treatment, and the quality of the planning and final crown matters enormously.

If you tell me which tooth (front/back, upper/lower), whether it's already extracted, and your dental insurance, I can narrow this to the 2–3 best options near downtown Austin and compare likely costs, credentials, reviews, and convenience.

Since you’re looking for one implant, I’d favor a dentist who can handle both the surgical placement and the final crown—or a specialist team that coordinates both—rather than a general dentist who simply refers everything out.

My shortlist in/near downtown Austin

1. Best overall for a straightforward single implant: Austin Cosmetic Dentistry by Tejas Patel, DDS
221 W 6th St — right downtown. Dr. Patel’s office specifically offers implants, uses 3-D CBCT imaging for planning, and describes single-implant treatment including the implant, abutment and crown. austincosmetic.com
Why I'd start here: extremely convenient, implant experience, and potentially simpler coordination if you want the whole case managed in one office.

2. Best if you want a surgical specialist: Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery
1209 W 5th St — also very close to downtown. It's an oral-surgery practice specifically offering single-tooth implants and 3-D imaging. egglestonoms.com
Why choose it: I'd lean this way if the tooth needs extraction, you may need bone grafting, or the case looks surgically complicated. You may need a separate restorative dentist for the crown.

3. Best if you want a prosthodontist-led implant team: ClearChoice Dental Implant Center - Austin
7200 N Mopac — farther from downtown, but it has prosthodontists and oral surgeons working together. Its consultation includes an exam and 3-D scan with a personalized treatment plan. www.clearchoice.com
Why choose it: useful if you want specialists under one roof, although for one uncomplicated tooth I'd personally start with the more local options above.

What I'd do

I'd book the consultation with Dr. Patel first, and before committing ask:

• Is the quoted price implant + abutment + crown, or placement only?
• Who actually places the implant?
• Do you take the CBCT/3-D scan at the consultation?
• Is bone grafting potentially needed?
• Which implant system/brand do you use?
• What's the total expected cost, including temporary tooth, grafting if needed, and crown?
• How long from placement to the permanent crown?

For context, published Austin pricing varies substantially: one local practice currently advertises $3,500 for a single implant including placement, abutment and crown, while other Austin sources quote substantially different implant-only or cash prices. riverparkdentalatx.com

If you tell me which tooth (front/back, upper/lower), whether it's already missing or needs extraction, and whether you have dental insurance, I can narrow this to the one dentist I'd book and compare likely total cost.

For one missing tooth, I’d favor a practice that does implant surgery routinely rather than choosing a general dentist solely because it’s downtown.

My first choice: Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates
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Address: 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
Phone: +1 512-320-1640
They’re at 3200 Red River St., just north of downtown, and are specifically focused on oral surgery and implants. Their practice includes implant placement, bone grafting and sinus lifts, and the surgeons have extensive oral-surgery training. marketcare.com

Why I’d start there: for a straightforward single implant, an oral surgeon is particularly useful if the tooth needs extraction, you might need grafting, or the bone situation is uncertain. They can handle the surgical side and coordinate the crown with your restorative dentist.

Strong alternative: Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants

Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants
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Address: 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
Phone: +1 512-452-3223
At 1500 W 38th St., this is another implant-focused surgical practice. It has a strong local reputation, including recent patients specifically describing successful implants; an Austin Reddit thread also has multiple people recommending Dr. Widner for implants. reviews.birdeye.com

If you want everything under one roof

Union Dental Implant Center is in East Austin and focuses specifically on implant treatment, with surgical and restorative services coordinated in one practice. Its current business listing shows a 5.0 rating, although the review count is still small (7), so I wouldn't weight that rating as heavily as a larger review history.

What I'd do in your shoes: book a consultation with Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates first, and ask for a 3D CBCT evaluation and a written all-in estimate. Before agreeing to placement, make sure the quote clearly distinguishes:

• extraction, if needed
• bone grafting
• implant fixture
• abutment
• final crown
• imaging
• sedation/anesthesia
• follow-up visits

For a single implant, the crown/esthetic result matters just as much as the surgical placement, so I'd also ask who will design and place the final crown and whether the surgeon coordinates directly with your restoring dentist.

If you tell me which tooth (front/back, upper/lower), whether it's already extracted, and your dental insurance, I can narrow this to the 2–3 Austin practices I'd actually shortlist, including likely total cost and convenience from downtown.

If you’re in downtown Austin and need one implant, I’d prioritize a dentist who routinely handles the whole implant process—evaluation, placement, and restoration—or has a tight relationship with a periodontist/oral surgeon.

My shortlist

1. Nuvia Dental Implant Center — best for an implant-focused practice

• 711 W 38th St, roughly north of downtown
• 5.0 rating with 2,400+ reviews in the local business data
• Their practice is specifically centered on dental implants.
• Good choice if you want a streamlined implant consultation and treatment process.

2. Union Dental Implant Center — best convenient central option

• 1211 E 11th St, much closer to downtown
• 4.9 rating / 96 reviews
• Specifically focused on implants, making it particularly relevant for a single-tooth case.

3. Shoal Creek Prosthodontic Group — best if you want a prosthodontic opinion

• 1500 W 38th St
• Prosthodontics is especially relevant when you care about the final crown, bite, and appearance, not just getting the implant placed.
• This would be my pick for a more specialist-oriented consultation.

For comparison, current Austin listings also show Dr. Edgar O'Neill, a prosthodontist who specifically treats missing teeth and implant restorations. www.zocdoc.com

What I'd do in your shoes

For a straightforward single implant, I'd book Union Dental Implant Center first because of the central location and implant-specific focus. If the tooth is in the smile zone, you have significant bone loss, or you want a second opinion before committing, I'd get a consultation with a prosthodontist as well.

At the consultation, ask:

• Is the tooth definitely restorable vs. better extracted?
• Do I need a bone graft or sinus lift?
• Who places the implant and who makes the crown?
• Is the quoted price truly all-in (extraction, grafting, implant, abutment, crown, imaging)?
• Will you use a CBCT 3-D scan for planning?
• How long from extraction/implant placement to the permanent crown?

Austin cash prices can vary substantially; one recent Austin comparison found roughly $1,600–$2,350 for single-implant placement alone, so make sure you're comparing complete treatment rather than just the implant-surgery fee. marketcare.com

If you tell me whether you have dental insurance and which tooth you're replacing (front tooth vs. molar), I can narrow this to the best 2–3 offices near downtown and compare their credentials, reviews, distance, and likely total cost.

If you’re in downtown Austin and want one dentist to handle the consultation and surgical placement of a single implant, my first call would be:

🥇 Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery

Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery
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Address: 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
Phone: +1 512-391-0011
1209 W 5th St, Austin, TX 78703

I’d favor Dr. Todd Eggleston because he’s a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon whose practice specifically focuses on implant surgery. The office uses in-house CT/3D imaging and guided implant planning, and they can coordinate the restorative crown with your dentist or provide treatment through their own network. egglestonoms.com

That’s particularly attractive for a single implant because you want someone who can identify beforehand whether you need bone grafting, extraction/socket preservation, or other site preparation, rather than discovering those issues halfway through treatment.

Eggleston Oral & Facial Surgery — implant consultation

Another strong downtown option

Gordon David J DDS is convenient if you specifically want a general/restorative dentist who can coordinate the replacement tooth, but I'd still put Eggleston ahead for the actual surgical placement.

What I'd ask when you call

Ask for a single-tooth implant consultation with CBCT/3D imaging, and specifically ask:

• Is the consultation with the surgeon who will actually place the implant?
• Is the implant + abutment + crown quoted as one package or separately?
• Will you need an extraction or bone graft?
• Who makes/places the final crown?
• What's the expected timeline from placement to permanent crown?
• What is the total out-of-pocket price, including imaging and follow-ups?

For context, Austin pricing varies substantially depending on whether you're quoting just the implant fixture or the complete tooth; one Austin practice currently quotes roughly $3,000–$5,000 for implant + abutment + crown, while another advertises $3,999 all-inclusive. austincosmetic.com

Bottom line: I'd book Eggleston for the consultation first. If you tell me which tooth (front/back, upper/lower), whether it's already extracted, and your dental insurance, I can narrow this down further and compare likely total costs and alternatives in downtown Austin.

For one missing tooth, I’d lean toward a dentist who can handle both the implant planning/restoration and coordinate the surgical placement, rather than simply picking the closest general dentist.

My first choice: Primavera Dental Group – Downtown Austin

Primavera Dental Group - Downtown Austin
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Address: 815 Brazos St Ste. 101, Austin, TX 78701, United States
Phone: +1 512-640-8175
815 Brazos St, Ste. 101 — right in downtown Austin.

Why I’d start here:

• Led by Dr. Moetaz Homsi, who has advanced prosthodontic training from the University of Washington and Tufts. That’s particularly relevant because prosthodontics focuses heavily on complex tooth replacement and implant restorations. www.primaveradentalgroup.com
• They specifically offer single-tooth implant consultation, placement and restoration, with digital/3D diagnostics. www.primaveradentalgroup.com
• The office is extremely convenient if you're living downtown.
• Current business data shows 4.9/5 from 67 reviews, although there are some negative reports worth knowing about before committing to extensive restorative work.

Primavera Dental Group — Downtown Austin

If you want a surgical specialist: Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery

Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery
Web
Address: 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
Phone: +1 512-391-0011
1209 W 5th St — very close to downtown.

This is the one I'd consider if the case is potentially complicated—for example, if the tooth needs extraction, you might need bone grafting, or you've been told there's inadequate bone. Dr. Todd Eggleston's practice specializes in oral surgery and implants and uses advanced imaging/guided planning. egglestonoms.com

The tradeoff: for a straightforward single implant, you'll generally still need a restorative dentist for the final crown, so it can mean coordinating two offices.

Eggleston Oral & Facial Surgery

What I'd do in your shoes

Book the Primavera consultation first, particularly if this is a routine single-tooth replacement. Ask them:

1. “Will Dr. Homsi personally plan and place the implant?”
2. “Is the implant, abutment, and final crown all included in the quoted price?”
3. “Do you take the CBCT/3D scan at the consultation?”
4. “If I need a bone graft or extraction, do you do that in-house?”
5. “Who handles the surgical placement versus the crown?”
6. “What is the total expected cost from consultation through final crown, including any grafting?”

I'd also get a second opinion from an oral surgeon if the tooth is being extracted or you've already been told you have bone loss. That lets you compare the proposed treatment plan rather than just comparing dentists.

If you tell me which tooth (front tooth/premolar/molar), whether it's already missing or needs extraction, and your dental insurance, I can narrow this down to the best 2–3 Austin options and compare likely costs.

For a single-tooth implant in/near downtown Austin, I’d prioritize a periodontist or oral surgeon who routinely places implants, ideally coordinating with a restorative dentist for the crown.

My first choice: Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates
Web
Address: 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
Phone: +1 512-320-1640
3200 Red River St., Suite 400 — very close to central Austin.

They’re a specialty oral-surgery practice that handles implant placement, extractions, and bone grafting, so they’re a particularly sensible choice if the tooth still needs to be removed or you might need grafting.

Also worth considering

• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — 4306 Medical Pkwy. Their practice specifically emphasizes 3-D implant planning and guided implant placement, and they offer implant assessments.
• Dr. Mike Williamson: Williamson Perio — 7200 N. Mopac Expy. A periodontist whose practice focuses substantially on periodontal and implant surgery, including single-tooth implants and bone procedures.
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — 1500 W. 38th St. Convenient to central Austin and focused on implants/extractions; patient feedback particularly emphasizes surgical skill.
• ClearChoice Dental Implant Center - Austin — 7200 N. Mopac. They have prosthodontists and oral surgeons in the same center, which can make the surgical + crown workflow convenient. Their Austin center says consultations include 3-D CBCT imaging and treatment planning. www.clearchoice.com

If it were me, I'd book Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates for the consultation first, especially because you're downtown. I'd ask them explicitly: “Do you handle the implant placement and coordinate the final crown with a restorative dentist, and can you give me an all-in cost estimate?”

One important point: implant placement and the final crown are often handled by different specialists. The surgeon places the titanium implant, while a restorative dentist/prosthodontist typically makes and fits the crown. ctxoralsurgery.com

If you tell me which tooth (# and whether upper/lower, front/back) and whether it's already missing vs. needs extraction, I can narrow this to the 2 best Austin options for your particular case, including likely cost and what to ask at the consultation.

Since you’re in downtown Austin, I’d make Primavera Dental Group on Brazos my first call for a single implant.

My pick: Primavera Dental Group - Downtown Austin

Primavera Dental Group - Downtown Austin
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Address: 815 Brazos St Ste. 101, Austin, TX 78701, United States
Phone: +1 512-640-8175
The biggest reason is Dr. Moetaz Homsi’s prosthodontic training. He completed a prosthodontic fellowship at the University of Washington and a three-year prosthodontics residency plus an MS at Tufts. That’s particularly relevant for a single implant because the final crown, bite, gum contour, and appearance matter just as much as putting the implant in. www.primaveradentalgroup.com

Their downtown office specifically offers consultation, 3D/digital imaging, implant placement, and restoration, so you can potentially keep the whole process in one practice rather than coordinating a surgeon and restorative dentist. www.primaveradentalgroup.com

Book a consultation with Primavera Dental Group

One specialist alternative

If your case is potentially complicated—significant bone loss, difficult extraction, need for grafting, etc.—I'd also consider Eggleston Oral & Facial Surgery. Dr. Todd Eggleston is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and his practice focuses specifically on implant surgery. egglestonoms.com

Eggleston Oral & Facial Surgery

Bottom line: For a straightforward single-tooth implant where you want excellent attention to the finished tooth, I'd book Primavera/Dr. Homsi first. If the tooth has already been extracted or you know you may need bone grafting, I'd lean toward getting Eggleston's surgical opinion as well.

At the consultation, ask for the all-in price (implant + abutment + crown + CBCT/imaging + extraction/graft if needed), who actually places the implant, and how long they'll wait before the permanent crown.

For one dental implant in/near downtown Austin, my first choice would be Council Oak Perio: Dental Implants & Periodontics, specifically Dr. Christopher Bingham.

Why I’d pick them:

• Dr. Bingham is a board-certified periodontist, meaning he has specialty training in the gums and jawbone that support implants. www.counciloakperio.com
• They specifically handle single-tooth implants, bone grafting, and implant surgery rather than treating implants as just another general-dentistry procedure. www.counciloakperio.comwww.counciloakperio.com
• They use 3D CBCT imaging for planning and offer Yomi robotic guidance for implant placement. www.counciloakperio.comwww.counciloakperio.com
• They're at 711 W. 38th St., which is reasonably close to downtown. www.counciloakperio.com

Council Oak Perio — schedule a consultation

One important wrinkle

For a single implant, you ideally want the surgical placement and final crown planned together. Council Oak notes that after the implant heals, the permanent crown is placed by a general/restorative dentist. www.counciloakperio.com

So when you call, I'd say: “I'm missing one tooth and want a consultation for a single implant. Do you coordinate the implant crown with a restorative dentist, and can you give me the complete treatment cost from consultation through final crown?”

I would not choose solely based on the highest Google rating for this—implant planning, bone/gum evaluation, and coordination of the crown matter more.

If you tell me which tooth is missing (front/back, upper/lower) and whether you have dental insurance, I can narrow this down to the 2–3 best Austin options and compare likely costs, distance from downtown, and specialist credentials.

For a single implant in downtown Austin, I’d book Primavera Dental Group - Downtown Austin, specifically asking for Dr. Moetaz Homsi.

Why it’s my first choice:

• Dr. Homsi is a prosthodontist with a 3-year prosthodontic residency plus a fellowship, which is particularly relevant for getting the final crown to look and function naturally. www.primaveradentalgroup.com
• They advertise an end-to-end implant workflow: consultation/imaging → implant placement → healing → custom crown. www.primaveradentalgroup.com
• They use 3D imaging and digital scanning for implant planning. www.primaveradentalgroup.comwww.primaveradentalgroup.com
• It's actually downtown, at 815 Brazos St. www.primaveradentalgroup.comwww.primaveradentalgroup.com

Primavera Dental Group — book a consultation

One alternative I'd seriously consider

If you want the surgical placement done specifically by a board-certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon, I'd choose Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery. Dr. Todd Eggleston is an oral/maxillofacial surgeon and the practice focuses heavily on implant surgery, including bone grafting and guided/imaging-based planning. egglestonoms.com

The tradeoff is that implant treatment can involve coordinating the surgical implant placement with a separate restoring dentist for the crown.

Eggleston Oral & Facial Surgery — implant consultation

My pick for your situation: Primavera first, because for one tooth I'd favor a clinician with strong prosthodontic training who can plan the implant around the final crown rather than treating the implant post and crown as separate problems.

When you call, I'd specifically ask: “Does Dr. Homsi personally perform the implant placement, or is the surgical portion referred to an oral surgeon? And is the quoted price inclusive of the implant, abutment, and final crown?” That will tell you immediately whether you're getting the one-office treatment you want.

For a single dental implant in downtown Austin, I’d prioritize a dentist who either places implants regularly in-house or has a strong relationship with an oral surgeon and restorative dentist. For one missing tooth, you usually want the consultation to include a 3D CBCT scan, bone evaluation, discussion of the crown/restoration plan, and a clear timeline/cost estimate.

A few Austin options I’d consider:

Best “stay downtown and keep it simple”

David J. Gordon II, DDS — downtown Austin

• Convenient if you want a long-term general dentist relationship after moving.
• Good option to ask about whether they handle the entire implant process (surgery + crown) or coordinate with a specialist.

Best if you want a dedicated implant/surgical approach

Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery — Austin, TX | 1209 W 5th St #100B

• Focuses on oral surgery and dental implants.
• A good choice if you want the implant placement surgery handled by an oral surgeon, especially if you might need extraction, bone grafting, or have a more complex case. egglestonoms.com

Best “one practice for the whole implant journey”

Primavera Dental Group
Primavera Dental Group - Downtown Austin
Web
Address: 815 Brazos St Ste. 101, Austin, TX 78701, United States
Phone: +1 512-640-8175

• Located downtown and advertises implant consultations, planning, placement, and restoration services. www.primaveradentalgroup.comwww.primaveradentalgroup.com
• This is likely the easiest route if you want fewer offices and appointments.

Another implant-focused option

Union Dental Implant Center — Austin, TX | 1211 E 11th St Ste 201

• Focuses specifically on implant care and implant restorations.

If it were my first call after moving downtown:

1. Book a consultation with Primavera Dental Group if you want convenience and a single-office experience. www.primaveradentalgroup.comwww.primaveradentalgroup.com
2. Get a second opinion from Eggleston Oral & Facial Surgery if you want a specialist to evaluate the surgical side. egglestonoms.com

Before booking, ask:

• “Do you place the implant yourself or refer surgery out?”
• “Is a CBCT scan included in the consultation?”
• “Who will place the crown after the implant heals?”
• “What is the total cost estimate including implant, abutment, crown, imaging, and any grafting?”

If you tell me which tooth (front tooth vs molar), whether it’s already extracted, your insurance (if any), and how far you want to travel from downtown, I can narrow this to 1–2 best fits.

Since you’re in downtown Austin, I’d shortlist these three:

1. Austin Cosmetics / Dr. Tejas Patel — my first pick for convenience. It’s right downtown, has on-site 3-D imaging, and Dr. Tejas Patel specifically describes extensive implant experience, including single-tooth implants. austincosmetic.com

Schedule a consultation

2. Eggleston Oral & Facial Surgery — best if you want a surgical specialist. Dr. Todd Eggleston is an oral/facial surgeon whose practice specifically focuses on dental implants and uses digital imaging/planning. It's also very close to downtown. egglestonoms.com

Eggleston Oral & Facial Surgery

3. Anchor Dental Implant Center — worth comparing if price is important. They advertise $2,495 for a single-tooth implant including implant, abutment and crown, case-dependent, and emphasize CBCT-based planning. anchordentalimplants.com

Anchor Dental Implant Center

What I'd do: book the Dr. Patel downtown consultation first. For a straightforward single implant, the combination of location, 3-D imaging, and implant-specific experience makes it a particularly practical starting point. If the tooth needs extraction, bone grafting, or the case looks complicated, I'd get a second opinion from Eggleston before committing.

One important thing: ask whether the quoted price includes extraction (if needed), bone grafting, implant post, abutment, crown, 3-D imaging, and follow-up visits. Implant prices can look dramatically different depending on what's bundled. For comparison, one Austin practice currently advertises $3,999 including the implant, abutment and crown. southaustindentalassociates.com

If you tell me which tooth you’re replacing (front/back, upper/lower) and whether it’s already missing or needs extraction, I can narrow this down to the best 2–3 options for your particular case.

For a single-tooth implant, I’d favor a practice with a surgeon who routinely places implants rather than choosing purely on downtown convenience.

My first choice: Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery

Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery
Web
Address: 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
Phone: +1 512-391-0011
1209 W 5th St #100B — very close to downtown.

They specifically handle single-tooth implant surgery, including the surgical planning and placement side, and can address extraction or bone-grafting needs if those turn out to be necessary. Their location is particularly convenient if you're living downtown. marketcare.com

Why I'd start here: for a straightforward single implant, I'd want an oral surgeon assessing the bone, implant position, and need for grafting rather than a general dentist simply selling an implant package.

Also worth considering

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St. They specialize in oral surgery and implants and are very highly rated in the local business results. Their published information specifically covers implant placement and bone grafting.
• Periodontal Surgical Arts — farther west, but a strong option if gum/bone aesthetics are especially important, such as for a front tooth. It's a periodontal/implant specialty practice.
• Downtown Dental Design — probably the most convenient general/restorative dentist option right downtown. They offer implant treatment and could be a good choice if you want one dentist coordinating the restorative side.

One important thing: ask whether the quoted implant price includes the implant, abutment, and final crown. Those are often billed separately. For comparison, Austin practices currently advertise all-in single-implant prices ranging from roughly $2,500 to $4,000+, depending on what's included and whether grafting/extraction is needed. southaustindentalassociates.com

If it were me, I'd book the Eggleston consultation first, particularly if you already know which tooth is missing/needs extraction. If you tell me which tooth (front/back, upper/lower), whether it's already extracted, your dental insurance, and roughly where downtown you live, I can narrow this to the best 2–3 options and compare their implant approach and likely total cost.