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• Forest Family Dentistry - Burnet - 5531 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Forest Family Dentistry - Anderson - 2700 W Anderson Ln. #418, Austin, TX 78757, United States
• Lucent Dentistry - 3909 N Interstate Hwy 35 Ste. A1, Austin, TX 78722, United States
• North Austin Dentistry - 6850 Austin Center Blvd #310, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Forest Family Dentistry - Eastside - 31 Navasota St #130, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours - 3050 Guadalupe St #13, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Parmer Lane Dental Care - 13001 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Austin Laser Dentist - Helen Ragsdale DDS - 11615 Angus Rd #101, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Forest Family Dentistry - Research - 10721 Research Blvd #B180, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Walton Family Dentistry - 4100 E 51st St Ste 100, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street - 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Sleek Dental - 14900 S I-35 Frontage Rd Ste 101, Austin, TX 78728, United States

If by North Loop you mean the Austin neighborhood around North Loop Blvd, I’d narrow it to these:

My top pick: Forest Family Dentistry - Burnet

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• Best balance of location + evening availability.
• Burnet Rd is convenient from North Loop.
• They’re open until 7:30 PM Monday–Thursday, which is unusually useful if you’re running a business during the day.
• They offer general, restorative, cosmetic and family dentistry, and the available reviews emphasize thorough, gentle care.
• Rating: 4.7/5 from 32 reviews in the local listing.

Strong alternative: Forest Family Dentistry - Anderson

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This is another Forest Family location at Anderson & Burnet, with the same 7:30 PM Monday–Thursday schedule. It has a much larger review base—about 395 reviews—and patients commonly praise the dentists for explaining treatment clearly.

If you want the longest evening: Lucent Dentistry

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Lucent is near Hancock, quite close to North Loop, and is open until 7 PM Tuesday–Thursday, plus Saturdays 8 AM–5 PM. It has a strong 4.9/5 rating from 531 reviews, with particularly positive feedback about the staff being welcoming and professional.

If you want Saturday as a backup: North Austin Dentistry

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It's a little farther north, but has Wednesday hours until 7 PM and Saturday appointments 9 AM–3 PM. It also offers sedation options and same-day crown technology, so it's a good choice if you anticipate needing more than routine cleanings.

For a small-business owner, I'd choose Forest Family Dentistry – Burnet. The combination of being close to North Loop and having appointments available until 7:30 PM four weekdays a week makes it the most practical fit.

If you tell me your insurance company (or “no insurance”) and roughly what part of North Loop you're in, I can narrow it to the best 2–3 options based on in-network status, distance, evening hours, and reviews.

If you’re near Airport Boulevard in Austin and looking for periodontal (gum disease) care, these are some nearby options to consider:

Perspective Dental

Perspective Dental: Ashley Smitherman, DDS
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Address: 4631 Airport Blvd Suite 120A, Austin, TX 78751, United States
Phone: +1 512-371-8858

• Why it may fit: This office is very close to Airport Blvd and specifically promotes periodontal treatment, including care for gum inflammation, periodontal disease, and more advanced gum problems. www.perspectivedentalatx.comwww.perspectivedentalatx.com
• Good for: An older adult needing evaluation of gum health, deep cleanings, periodontal maintenance, or discussion of treatment options. www.perspectivedentalatx.comwww.perspectivedentalatx.com

Ashley Smitherman — at Perspective Dental

• Dr. Smitherman is listed as a periodontist focused on diagnosing and treating gum disease with both non-surgical and surgical approaches. www.perspectivedentalatx.comwww.perspectivedentalatx.com

Austin Periodontal Associates

Austin Periodontal Associates
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Address: 7800 N Mopac Expy Ste 310, Austin, TX 78759, United States
Phone: +1 512-346-6097

• Why it may fit: A specialty periodontal practice with a board-certified periodontist. Services include periodontal disease treatment, bone and soft tissue regeneration, and dental implants. www.austinperiodontal.com
• Good for: More advanced gum disease, gum recession, bone loss, or if you want a periodontist’s opinion rather than only general dentistry. www.austinperiodontal.com

Airport Dental Care

Airport Dental Care
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Address: 3851 Airport Blvd STE#105, Austin, TX 78722, United States
Phone: +1 512-291-6684

• Why it may fit: Very close to Airport Blvd and offers general dental care with periodontal services such as deep cleaning. airport-dental.com
• Good for: Starting with an exam if you’re unsure whether you need a specialist referral. airport-dental.com

For an older adult, I’d look for a practice that offers:

• periodontal probing (measuring gum pockets)
• evaluation of bone loss with X-rays
• periodontal maintenance visits after treatment
• coordination with your medical history and medications

If you tell me which Airport Boulevard area you mean (north/central/south Austin) and whether you have Medicare Advantage, dental insurance, or are paying privately, I can narrow this down further.

Since you’re near North Loop, I’d call these first:

1. North Austin Dentistry — 6850 Austin Center Blvd.

Saturday 9 AM–3 PM. They explicitly offer family dentistry, and Saturday appointments include checkups and cleanings. Call 512-458-3111. northaustindentist.com
North Austin Dentistry

2. Lucent Dentistry — 3909 N I-35, Ste. A1

Saturday 8 AM–5 PM, with both family and pediatric dentistry. This is a particularly convenient option from North Loop. Call 512-458-5600.

3. Ideal Dental Mueller — 2201 Airport Blvd.

Saturday 9 AM–3 PM, and they provide general, family, pediatric-adjacent, restorative and emergency care. Call 512-598-0153.

4. Forest Family Dentistry - Burnet — 5531 Burnet Rd.

Saturday 9 AM–2 PM (rotating), with care for adults and children. Call 512-898-9036. Because Saturday is rotating, confirm the particular Saturday you need.

My pick for a single parent: I’d start with North Austin Dentistry—the Saturday window is a solid 9–3, and they specifically say Saturdays are used for family-friendly checkups and cleanings. If you want, I can also narrow this to the 3 closest to North Loop that take your insurance.

For Crestview (North Central Austin) and two kids who already need fillings, I’d lean toward a practice that does a lot of pediatric restorative work rather than a general family dentist who only occasionally fills children’s teeth. The things I’d prioritize are: a calm chairside style, efficient appointments, experience with anxious kids, and the ability to do fillings without making the experience scary. austinpearlsdental.com

My top picks:

1. myDental Norwood Park — best convenience from Crestview

myDental at Norwood Park
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Address: 1045 Norwood Park Blvd Ste 103, Austin, TX 78753, United States
Phone: +1 512-815-3520
This would be my first call if you want something close and efficient. They specifically serve families in Crestview/North Austin, offer children’s fillings, and emphasize kid-friendly care and anxiety management. www.mydental.com
Why it fits: short drive, family-oriented, accustomed to kids who need restorative work.

2. Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — best if your kids are nervous about fillings

This is a pediatric-focused practice with a strong emphasis on making fillings comfortable. They describe using child-focused techniques and tooth-colored fillings, and local parent discussions often mention their gentle approach with anxious children. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.com
Why it fits: very good choice if one or both kids are fearful, sensitive, or have had a bad dental experience.

3. Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry — best for a “kids-only” restorative environment

Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry
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Address: 3607 Manor Rd #103, Austin, TX 78723, United States
Phone: +1 512-763-5762
They specifically highlight pediatric restorative dentistry, including fillings, and focus on keeping children comfortable during treatment. austinpearlsdental.com
Why it fits: a good match if you want a pediatric specialist rather than a family practice.

4. Pediatric Dental Professionals — good for more involved cases

Central Park Pediatric Dentistry
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Address: 1005 W 38th St #200, Austin, TX 78705, United States
Phone: +1 512-330-4624
They handle fillings, crowns, pulpotomies, and other pediatric restorative procedures. www.pediatricdentalprofessionals.com
Why it fits: worth considering if the cavities are larger or your kids may need more than simple fillings.

My ranking for your situation:

1. Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — if “gentle” is the biggest priority
2. myDental Norwood Park — if convenience + efficiency matter most from Crestview
3. Austin Pearls — if you want a dedicated pediatric restorative office

When you call, I’d ask:

• “How many children’s fillings does the dentist typically do in a week?”
• “Do you allow parents back during fillings?”
• “What is your approach for kids who are nervous about the numbing shot?”
• “Do you use nitrous oxide if needed?”
• “Can you do both children’s fillings in the same visit?”

If you tell me your kids’ ages, whether they are anxious or cooperative at the dentist, and roughly where in Crestview you are (near Burnet, Airport, North Lamar, etc.), I can narrow this to the best 1–2 choices.

• KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 2907 Duval St, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Enamel Dentistry Lantana - 7415 Southwest Parkway Building 6 #200, Austin, TX 78735, United States
• Austin Artistic Dental - 9900 I-35 Suite. P-200, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• South Austin Dental Associates - 4419 Frontier Trail #104, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Austin Elite Smiles | Cosmetic & General Dentistry - 15004 Avery Ranch Blvd Bldg B, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78717, United States
• Craft of Dentistry - 7002 Menchaca Rd #100, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Austin Cosmetic Dentistry by Tejas Patel, DDS - 221 W 6th St #940, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Lady Bird Dental - 3115 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Derby Dental - 3410 Far W Blvd #340, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Glow Dental Co - Building One, 7717 Southwest Pkwy Unit 150, Austin, TX 78735, United States
• Downtown Dental Design - 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Restora Dental Arts (AnnMarie Olson DDS PA) - 11671 Jollyville Rd #204, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Quinlan Park Dental - 5145 N FM 620 G-150, Austin, TX 78732, United States
• ATX Family Dental - 1700 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Moossy General & Cosmetic Dentistry - 4200 N Lamar Blvd #145, Austin, TX 78756, United States

If you’re on a budget and it’s just a front tooth, I’d usually look at bonding first rather than jumping straight to veneers. Bonding can fix chips, uneven edges, small gaps, or shape issues for much less money and preserves more of your natural tooth. Veneers can look amazing but are a much bigger investment and usually make more sense when you’re changing several teeth or need a longer-term cosmetic transformation. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

A few Austin dentists I’d consider calling for a front-tooth cosmetic consult with a budget in mind:

• KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry — worth considering because they publish example cosmetic price ranges: bonding is listed around $250–$800 per tooth and porcelain veneers around $1,200–$1,750 per tooth. They also emphasize conservative treatment planning. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
• Enamel Dentistry Lantana — a good fit if you want to ask specifically about same-day cosmetic bonding before committing to veneers; they describe bonding as a lower-cost, minimally invasive option. Enamel Dentistry
• Austin Artistic Dental — more cosmetic-focused; they offer bonding approaches and veneer options, so it may be useful if you want someone who does a lot of aesthetic shaping.
• South Austin Dental Associates — worth checking if you want a consultation that compares options and costs before committing. They advertise cosmetic consultations with treatment planning and cost breakdowns. South Austin Dental Associates
• Austin Elite Smiles | Cosmetic & General Dentistry — more cosmetic-oriented, including bonding and veneers, if you want a highly aesthetic opinion.

For a single front tooth, I’d ask each office:

1. “Would you recommend bonding instead of a veneer for my case?”
2. “Can you show me before/after photos of single-tooth bonding you’ve done?”
3. “What happens if the bonding chips or the shade doesn’t match?”
4. “What is the total out-the-door price?”

A realistic budget guide:

• Composite bonding: often hundreds per tooth (commonly ~$250–$800 depending on complexity). KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
• Porcelain veneer: often $1,000+ per tooth in Austin cosmetic practices. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

If you tell me which front tooth (upper/lower, chipped vs dark vs crooked vs gap) and roughly your budget (e.g., <$500, $500–$1,000, $1k+), I can narrow this down.

• StarLight Dental & Orthodontics - 10123 Lake Creek Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78729, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Petite Dental & Orthodontics - 9001 Brodie Ln C2, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• NW Hills Dental and Orthodontics - 7011 Hart Ln, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics - 1900 Aldrich St Ste 160, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Perspective Dental: Ashley Smitherman, DDS - 4631 Airport Blvd Suite 120A, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• Pendleton Orthodontics - 1840 Crystal Falls Pkwy Suite 420, Leander, TX 78641, United States
• Luv Braces & Kid's Dentistry - 15500 State Hwy 71 #300, Bee Cave, TX 78738, United States
• Rise + Smile Orthodontics - 6012 W William Cannon Dr Ste D103, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Smile in Style Orthodontics, Periodontics & Dental Implants - 2515 S Lakeline Blvd, Cedar Park, TX 78613, United States
• ATX Braces and Smile Aligners - 1601 E Pflugerville Pkwy Bldg 2, Suite 2202, Pflugerville, TX 78660, United States
• Lone Star Pediatric Dental & Braces - South Austin - 2700 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Harmony Dental Wellness: Sheila Farahani, DDS - 3818 Spicewood Springs Rd STE 100, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Luv Braces - 1700 W Parmer Ln Ste 250, Austin, TX 78727, United States
• Smiles of Austin - 1910 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703, United States

Absolutely. If needles are the main trigger, I’d prioritize an orthodontic office that explicitly accommodates dental anxiety, rather than simply choosing a highly rated orthodontist.

A few Austin-area options stand out:

• StarLight Dental & Orthodontics — North Austin. This is one of the better matches because the practice combines orthodontics with advertised sedation dentistry and nitrous oxide, and it specifically emphasizes comfort for anxious patients.
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine — East/Central Austin. They offer orthodontics plus several sedation levels, including nitrous, oral conscious sedation, and IV sedation, along with comfort measures such as warm blankets and VR. Austin Modern Dentistry
• Petite Dental & Orthodontics — South Austin. Particularly worth considering if you're younger or want a pediatric/family-oriented environment; their team has experience with conscious and IV sedation.
• NW Hills Dental and Orthodontics — Northwest Austin. They offer orthodontics and specifically promote nitrous oxide for anxious patients, so this could be a good lower-intensity option.
• Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics — Mueller. A good possibility for kids/teens who are needle-phobic; they offer nitrous and other pediatric sedation options alongside orthodontics.

One important needle-phobia detail

If you want to avoid a needle for the sedation itself, ask specifically about nitrous oxide or oral sedation. Oral conscious sedation is taken as a pill rather than through an IV; one Austin practice, Omni Dental, explicitly describes it as sedation "without needles." Omni Dental Group

However, braces themselves usually don't require needles. The bigger issue is whether you might need injections for another dental procedure before/during orthodontic treatment. Sedation can reduce the anxiety substantially, but it doesn't necessarily eliminate the need for local anesthetic when a procedure actually requires it.

When you call, I'd say:

“I have a significant needle phobia and I'm interested in braces. Do you offer nitrous oxide or oral sedation for anxious patients, and can you accommodate someone who needs extra time and reassurance around needles?”

My first calls would be StarLight and Austin Institute of Dental Medicine, based on the combination of orthodontics + explicit sedation/comfort offerings. I'd also ask whether sedation is available specifically for orthodontic appointments, because a practice offering sedation for dental procedures doesn't necessarily use it for routine braces placement or adjustments.

If you tell me your age (adult/teen/child) and what part of Austin you're in, I can narrow this to the 3 best options closest to you and check their current sedation/needle-phobia policies.

• Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics - 1900 Aldrich St Ste 160, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Barbara Bilder DMD - 116 Wayland Ave, Providence, RI 02906, United States
• Craig Van Dongen, DDS - 372 Ives St, Providence, RI 02906
• ClearChoice Dental Implant Center - Providence - 4000 Chapel View Blvd Ste 200, Cranston, RI 02920, United States
• Providence Periodontics and Implants Center - 40 Elmgrove Ave, Providence, RI 02906, United States
• Dental RI: Dr. Michael Gallucci and Dr. Dawn Gallucci - Dentist in Cranston - 1249 Oaklawn Ave, Cranston, RI 02920, United States
• Rhode Island Periodontics - 417 Angell St, Providence, RI 02906, United States
• Periodontal Associates, Ltd. - 189 Governor St 3rd Floor, Providence, RI 02906, United States
• Periodontics Inc - 167 Gano St, Providence, RI 02906, United States
• Shaghalian Family Dental - 1002 Pawtucket Ave, Rumford, RI 02916, United States
• Advanced Dentistry of Rhode Island - Ryan S Lee DDS - 250 Wampanoag Trl Ste 103, Riverside, RI 02915, United States

If you’re near Mueller and this is for a teen, I’d approach it differently than I would for an adult implant patient. The key question is often whether the teen is finished growing—placing an implant too early can create problems as the jaw and neighboring teeth continue to develop. I’d want a dentist to coordinate the timing with pediatric dentistry/orthodontics and, if an implant ultimately makes sense, an implant specialist.

My first choice for the teen’s dental home

Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics would be my first call for the teen's ongoing care and initial assessment.

They are right in Mueller and specifically treat children, adolescents and teenagers, with board-certified pediatric dentists and orthodontic care under the same roof. Their doctors are trained to consider the developing jaw and teeth, which is particularly important if an implant is being contemplated. Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry

They also describe restorative treatment planning and say they can coordinate care around missing/damaged teeth, although I would not assume they would be the eventual implant surgeon. Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry

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For the actual implant consultation

For a potentially complex or permanent implant decision, I'd get a second opinion from a prosthodontist/implant team, rather than simply choosing a general dentist who advertises implants.

One convenient option is ClearChoice Dental Implant Center - Austin, which has prosthodontists and oral surgeons working together and uses 3D CBCT imaging for implant planning. Their Austin center lists Dr. Whit Pharr as lead prosthodontist and Dr. Ramon Hernandez as associate prosthodontist. ClearChoice ClearChoice

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That said, I wouldn't rush a teen into an implant consultation framed as "let's place an implant." I'd ask for a consultation specifically about tooth replacement options, growth status, space maintenance, orthodontic timing, bone preservation, and the eventual implant timeline.

What I'd do as a parent

1. Park Lane first — establish/continue the teen's dental and orthodontic care and have them evaluate the missing/problem tooth and growth.
2. Ask: “Is my teen skeletally and dentally mature enough for an implant, or should we preserve the space and wait?”
3. If an implant is indicated, get a prosthodontic/implant second opinion before committing.
4. Make sure the eventual plan includes who will handle implant placement, the crown, and lifelong maintenance. Those don't necessarily have to be the same dentist.
5. Ask about a temporary tooth or other interim solution if the teen needs something cosmetically/functionally in the meantime.

If you tell me your teen's age, which tooth is missing/damaged, and whether they're currently in braces/orthodontic treatment, I can narrow this down to the best 2–3 Austin options and explain which specialist I'd see first.

They are right in Mueller and specifically treat children, adolescents and teenagers, with board-certified pediatric dentists and orthodontic care under the same roof. Their doctors are trained to consider the developing jaw and teeth, which is particularly important if an implant is being contemplated. Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry

They also describe restorative treatment planning and say they can coordinate care around missing/damaged teeth, although I would not assume they would be the eventual implant surgeon. Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry

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For the actual implant consultation

For a potentially complex or permanent implant decision, I'd get a second opinion from a prosthodontist/implant team, rather than simply choosing a general dentist who advertises implants.

One convenient option is ClearChoice Austin, which has prosthodontists and oral surgeons working together and uses 3D CBCT imaging for implant planning. Their Austin center lists Dr. Whit Pharr as lead prosthodontist and Dr. Ramon Hernandez as associate prosthodontist. ClearChoice ClearChoice

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That said, I wouldn't rush a teen into an implant consultation framed as "let's place an implant." I'd ask for a consultation specifically about tooth replacement options, growth status, space maintenance, orthodontic timing, bone preservation, and the eventual implant timeline.

What I'd do as a parent

• 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
• 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
• 38th Street Dental - 1500 W 38th St Ste 56, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Regional Implant Centers - 201 E Wilco Hwy Ste 203, Hutto, TX 78634, United States
• Smile 360 - 1509 S Lamar Blvd #675, Austin, TX 78704, 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
• Elite Dentistry Cosmetic & Implant Center of ATX - 2530 Walsh Tarlton Ln Ste 210, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• ClearChoice Dental Implant Center - Austin - 7200 N Mopac Expy Ste 215, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Anchor Dental Implant Center - 7710 N FM 620 Bldg 13 c suite 110, Austin, TX 78726, United States
• Cloud Dental - 9070 Research Blvd #205, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Texas Periodontists - 8701 Menchaca Rd Bldg 3, Suite 103, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Austin Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry - 13341 US-290 Unit 1-107, Austin, TX 78737, United States

If you’re near Airport Boulevard, I’d prioritize a specialist-led full-arch consultation rather than choosing purely by proximity. A few Austin options stand out:

• Nuvia Dental Implant Center — 711 W 38th St. This is particularly focused on full-arch implant rehabilitation, including All-on-4-style treatment, zirconia arches, and more complex options such as zygomatic implants. It’s a reasonable first consultation if you want an implant-focused center.
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — 1500 W 38th St. An oral-surgery practice offering implant treatment, including All-on-4. I'd consider this if you want the surgical side evaluated by an oral surgeon.
• Smile Boutique Implant Center | Dr. Afsaneh Rad, D.M.D., M.Sc., M.M.Sc. — 7800 N Mopac Expy. This is prosthodontics-focused and specifically handles complex implant and full-arch restorations. That makes it attractive if you're particularly concerned about the appearance, bite, and design of the final teeth, not just implant placement.
• 38th Street Dental — 1500 W 38th St. Offers All-on-4 and full-mouth reconstruction and could be a convenient option from Airport Blvd.

Who I'd meet first

I'd start with Nuvia or Smile Boutique, and ideally get two consultations before committing. Full-arch treatment is a major, irreversible investment, and different clinicians may recommend 4, 5, or 6 implants depending on your bone anatomy rather than automatically doing “All-on-4.” For example, Anchor Dental explicitly describes tailoring the number of implants to anatomy, while Hill Country Oral Surgery notes that some patients need more than four. Hill Country Oral Surgery Anchor Dental Implant Center

At the consultation, ask for:

• A CBCT/3D scan and an explanation of your available bone.
• Whether they recommend All-on-4, All-on-6, or another All-on-X configuration and why.
• Who actually performs the surgery and who makes the temporary and final teeth.
• Whether your final teeth will be zirconia or acrylic/hybrid, and the replacement/maintenance costs.
• The total price per arch, including extractions, grafting if needed, anesthesia, temporary teeth, final teeth, and follow-ups.
• What happens if an implant fails.
• Whether they can show you before-and-after cases similar to your anatomy.

For comparison, Austin practices currently advertise quite different pricing and protocols—for example, South Austin Dental Associates lists an all-inclusive All-on-4 price starting at $16,999 per arch, while Anchor lists $17,995 for full-arch All-on-X, so getting an itemized quote is important. South Austin Dental Associates Anchor Dental Implant Center

If you tell me which part of Airport Blvd you're near (e.g., North Loop, Hyde Park, East Austin, or Mueller), I can narrow this to the 3 best options within roughly a 10–15 minute drive.

Since you’re near Mueller and have severe dental anxiety, I’d prioritize a practice that does both implant surgery and deeper sedation, rather than choosing a general dentist who only offers nitrous.

My first choice: East Austin Oral Surgery

East Austin Oral Surgery
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Address: 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
Phone: +1 512-649-1180

This would be my first consultation for your situation. It’s in East Austin, relatively convenient from Mueller, and is led by Matthew Largent, MD, DDS, a dual-degree oral and maxillofacial surgeon. They perform dental implant placement and offer sedation options for surgical procedures.

For severe anxiety, I particularly like the oral-surgery setting: implant placement is their specialty, rather than being one procedure among many at a general dental office.

Also worth considering

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — very close to central Austin at Red River/UT, with implant surgery and a specialist oral-surgery focus.
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — another central-Austin oral surgery option with implant placement and multiple anesthesia/sedation pathways.
• River Rock Dental – Mueller — probably the most convenient option geographically. Their Mueller location specifically offers sedation, including IV sedation, and they explicitly treat dental anxiety. riverrockdentalfamily.comriverrockdentalfamily.com However, for implant placement with severe phobia, I'd personally favor an oral surgeon for the initial consult.

One important question to ask

When you call, don't just ask “Do you offer sedation?” Ask:

“I have severe dental anxiety and need an implant placed. Do you perform the implant surgery under IV sedation, and who administers and monitors the sedation?”

IV sedation can leave patients deeply relaxed with little memory of the procedure, but it isn't the same as general anesthesia. anchordentalimplants.com If your anxiety is extreme enough that you feel you need to be completely unconscious, tell them that explicitly so they can discuss whether deeper sedation or general anesthesia is appropriate.

And you should expect to need someone to drive you home after IV/deeper sedation. riverrockdentalfamily.comriverrockdentalfamily.com

If you'd like, I can also narrow this down to the 3 best implant/sedation dentists within ~10–15 minutes of Mueller, including reviews, distance, sedation type, and whether they appear especially good with severe dental phobia.

If you mean Hyde Park in Austin, a knocked-out permanent (adult) tooth is a true dental emergency—the sooner your child is seen, the better the chance of saving it. www.austinkidsteeth.com

Call these first

• Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics — Mueller, (737) 758-4069. They specifically handle knocked-out teeth and say they offer same-day emergency appointments when available. parklanedentalortho.com
• Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry — 3607 Manor Rd., very close to Hyde Park/Mueller, (512) 494-6767. Their emergency service specifically includes knocked-out teeth. austinpearlsdental.com
• Sherwood Pediatric Dentistry — 6500 MoPac Expy., (512) 454-6936. They advertise same-day emergency care for children, including knocked-out teeth. Their published hours show Sunday closed, so I'd call the first two before relying on them. www.drsherwood.net
• Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — 1005 W 38th St., (512) 982-0764. They specifically say they can often arrange same-day emergency appointments for a knocked-out tooth. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.com

Important right now: If it's a permanent tooth, hold it only by the crown, gently rinse it if dirty, and if your child can tolerate it, carefully place it back into the socket. If you can't, keep it in milk or saliva and get to a dentist immediately. Don't scrub the root. www.austinkidsteeth.com

Because it's Sunday evening, most pediatric dental offices are closed. If you cannot reach an on-call dentist, or your child has uncontrolled bleeding, significant facial/jaw injury, trouble breathing/swallowing, loss of consciousness, or other major trauma, go to the 24/7 Dell Children's Medical Center - Emergency at 4900 Mueller Blvd. ((512) 324-0150). greenappleatx.com

If you tell me whether it was a baby tooth or permanent tooth and roughly how many minutes ago it happened, I can tell you exactly what to do while you're making the calls.

If you’re in Crestview, I’d prioritize a pediatric dentist who explicitly evaluates whether a teen’s permanent teeth are mature enough for whitening—not a cosmetic office that treats every age the same.

Best matches I found

• Westlake Pediatric Dentistry — pediatric-focused through age 18, with board-certified pediatric-dentistry expertise. It’s a reasonable option for a teen, although I’d call first to confirm they currently offer whitening for younger patients.
• Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry — Central/East Austin pediatric practice serving children through teens. Their focus is pediatric care, but I’d specifically ask about whitening availability before booking.
• Pediatric Dental Professionals — North Austin pediatric practice with board-certified pediatric dentistry and dedicated teen care. Again, worth asking about teen whitening specifically.
• Red Balloon Dentistry for Children- Austin — North Austin pediatric-only practice serving teens; another convenient option from Crestview.

The clearest whitening choices

Two Austin practices actually publish specific guidance about whitening younger patients:

Longhorn Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics explicitly offers professional whitening for teenagers and young adults and says the pediatric dentist first evaluates the teen's dental health and determines whether whitening is appropriate. www.longhornpediatricdentist.com

Austin Children's Dentistry specifically offers professional in-office whitening and take-home whitening for children/teens. Their published guidance says appropriate teens should have healthy permanent teeth, with evaluation of age, dental development, enamel health, restorations, and sensitivity. www.austinchildrensdentistry.com

The AAPD also notes that bleaching can be appropriate for adolescents, particularly when the front permanent teeth are fully erupted; sensitivity is the most common short-term side effect. www.mychildrensteeth.org

My pick for a Crestview parent: I'd call Longhorn Pediatric Dentistry first because they explicitly advertise whitening for teenagers rather than simply offering adult cosmetic whitening. For a teen who is 13–15, I'd be particularly cautious and insist on an examination before whitening; for an older teen with fully erupted permanent teeth, professional whitening is generally a more straightforward discussion.

If you tell me your teens' ages (e.g., 13 and 16), I can narrow this down to the 2–3 safest options closest to Crestview, including current reviews, distance, and what each charges for teen whitening.

If your main requirement is a cosmetic dentist in Austin who can show before-and-after photos specifically related to whitening, I’d shortlist these:

1. Barton Oaks Dental Group — best match for “show me the results”

Barton Oaks Dental Group
Web
Address: 901 S MoPac Expy Building 1, Suite #470, Austin, TX 78746, United States
Phone: +1 512-327-6947
They have a dedicated smile gallery with a teeth whitening before-and-after section (including Zoom Whitening), so they’re one of the clearest fits for your request. www.bartonoaksdentalgroup.com
Why I’d consider them: good choice if you want to review actual examples before committing and prefer a traditional cosmetic dentistry practice.

2. Austin Artistic Dental — best if you want a cosmetic-focused office

Austin Artistic Dental
Web
Address: 9900 I-35 Suite. P-200, Austin, TX 78748, United States
Phone: +1 512-292-9209
They offer cosmetic dentistry and in-office whitening options, including KöR whitening, and position themselves around smile design and aesthetic results.
Why I’d consider them: better fit if you’re thinking “whitening now, but maybe veneers/bonding/smile improvements later.”

3. Glint Dental Studio Austin — best boutique/cosmetic experience

Glint Dental Studio Austin
Web
Address: 1600 S 1st St Suite 160, Austin, TX 78704, United States
Phone: +1 512-653-4009
They focus heavily on cosmetic dentistry, including professional whitening and smile planning.
Why I’d consider them: appealing if you want a more design-oriented cosmetic consultation rather than just a whitening appointment.

4. Downtown Dental Design — good downtown option

Downtown Dental Design
Web
Address: 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
Phone: +1 512-482-9383
They offer Philips Zoom in-office whitening and cosmetic services.
Why I’d consider them: convenient if you want a central Austin office and a cosmetic-focused practice.

Before booking, I’d call and ask:

1. “Can I see before-and-after photos of your own in-office whitening patients (not stock photos)?”
2. “What whitening system do you use (Zoom, KöR, Opalescence, etc.)?”
3. “Can you show examples of patients with my starting shade?”

My pick based specifically on your “show me photos first” requirement: Barton Oaks Dental Group. www.bartonoaksdentalgroup.com If you care more about a high-end cosmetic makeover approach, I’d lean Glint Dental Studio or Austin Artistic Dental.

If you’re a new Austin resident, uninsured, and trying to keep costs low, I’d start with a community dental clinic rather than a traditional private dentist. These are the options I’d put at the top of your list:

Best overall pick: People’s Community Clinic Dental Program

People's Community Clinic
Web
Address: 1101 Camino La Costa, Austin, TX 78752
Phone: +15124784939

• Good fit for: uninsured adults looking for affordable routine care
• Offers dental services with sliding-fee options based on income and household size. www.austinpcc.orgwww.austinpcc.org
• Services include things like exams, cleanings, fillings, and other dental care. www.austinpcc.orgwww.austinpcc.org
• Phone: (512) 478-4939 www.austinpcc.org

Best if you need more comprehensive/urgent care: Manos De Cristo Dental Center

Manos De Cristo Dental Center
Web
Address: 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751
Phone: +15124772319

• A well-known low-cost dental option in Austin.
• Often used by people without insurance or who need reduced-cost treatment. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

Best public-health option: CommUnityCare ARCH Dental Clinic

CommUnityCare
Web
Address: 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702
Phone: +15129789015

• Offers adult dental services including exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions, dentures, and emergency treatment.
• Has sliding-scale fees for eligible patients. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

Other CommUnityCare dental locations worth checking

• CommUnityCare North Central Health Center Dental — north Austin option with sliding-fee availability. www.trinitycenteraustin.org
• CommUnityCare South Austin Dental — south Austin option with sliding-fee services for qualifying patients. www.lowincomedental.org

My recommendation for your first appointment: book People’s Community Clinic if you need a general checkup/cleaning and don’t have insurance. If you have a toothache, broken tooth, infection, or need an extraction, I’d call CommUnityCare or Manos De Cristo first because they’re geared more toward lower-cost treatment access. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

When you call, ask:

1. “Do you see uninsured adults?”
2. “Do you offer a sliding fee scale?”
3. “What documents do I need for the first visit?”
4. “What is the cash price for an exam and X-rays?”

If you tell me your Austin area (north, south, east, west, downtown) and whether you need just a cleaning vs. a problem tooth, I can narrow it to the most convenient choice.

• Choice Austin Dental - 11645 Angus Rd, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• TRU Dentistry Austin - 9901 Brodie Ln Ste 130, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Lucent Dentistry - 3909 N Interstate Hwy 35 Ste. A1, Austin, TX 78722, United States
• Lady Bird Dental - 3115 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Family Dentistry on Manchaca - 11200 Menchaca Rd Bldg 4, Suite 4, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Glow Dental Co - Building One, 7717 Southwest Pkwy Unit 150, Austin, TX 78735, United States
• Quinlan Park Dental - 5145 N FM 620 G-150, Austin, TX 78732, United States
• Advanced Dental Care of Austin - 6500 McNeil Dr Bldg 1, Austin, TX 78729, United States
• Glauser Family Dentistry - 12401 Hymeadow Dr Bldg 5, Austin, TX 78750, United States
• ATX Family Dental - 1700 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Brushy Creek Dentistry - 15534 Ranch Rd 620 N #300, Austin, TX 78717, United States
• Aloha Dental - 1614 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• Mi Casa Family Dentistry | Austin Family Dentistry - 7517 Cameron Rd #106, Austin, TX 78752, United States

If by Crestview you mean the North Austin neighborhood, I’d prioritize dentists in/near North/Central Austin rather than sending your family across town.

My top picks for cheap preventive care

• Best value if you’re uninsured: Choice Austin Dental — 11645 Angus Rd. They specifically emphasize preventive/conservative care and offer an in-house dental savings plan. Their current new-patient offer is $149 for exam + X-rays + cleaning, which is quite reasonable for a first visit. Choice Austin Dental
• Best for a family membership plan: TRU Dentistry Austin — farther south, so less convenient from Crestview, but their TRU Club is unusually inexpensive: $140/year for a family of up to 2 or $280/year for up to 5, with free exams/X-rays and discounted cleanings.
• Best absolute bargain if you can tolerate a teaching clinic: ACC Dental Hygiene Clinic — this is the one I'd investigate first if price is the main concern. Their basic cleaning is only $20, including a dentist exam, X-rays as needed, gum assessment, polishing and fluoride. They also offer $40 deep cleanings. Registration for new patients is scheduled to reopen August 24, 2026. The catch is that comprehensive care can require 3–5 appointments because students provide the hygiene treatment. Guidelines and Technical Tutorials
• Good nearby family option: Lucent Dentistry — 3909 N I-35, near the Hancock area. It offers both adult and pediatric dentistry, including routine cleanings, exams and X-rays, and has a strong 4.9/5 rating from 500+ reviews in the local listing.

What I'd choose

For a family living in Crestview, I'd do this:

1. ACC Dental Hygiene Clinic if you're uninsured and willing to spend more time for dramatically lower prices.

2. Choice Austin Dental if you want a conventional private dentist that's reasonably close and you want a more normal family-dentist experience.

3. TRU Dentistry if you're willing to drive farther and want a low-cost family membership plan.

One important caveat: the advertised cheap cleaning prices generally apply to routine prophylaxis. If someone has gum disease or needs a deep cleaning, the price can jump substantially. For example, Lady Bird's $99 special explicitly excludes periodontal disease. Lady Bird Dental Austin TX

If you tell me how many adults/kids are in your family and whether you have dental insurance (or no insurance), I can compare the likely annual cost for your whole family and find the cheapest option within about 5–10 minutes of Crestview.

Yes. I found a few options, but the best match depends on whether “downtown” means truly walkable downtown or you’re okay with a short drive.

Best fits

1. CommUnityCare – RBJ Dental Clinic — 15 Waller St
   • Best for: very limited funds + no insurance.
   • It’s right by downtown/East Austin and is specifically geared toward accessible dental care, including uninsured/underinsured patients. CommUnityCare uses income-based/sliding-fee arrangements for eligible patients. www.trinitycenteraustin.org
   • Downside: I couldn't verify that this particular clinic offers sedation or has a special dental-anxiety program, so I'd explicitly tell them about your anxiety when scheduling.

2. High Point Dentistry – South Congress — 515 S Congress Ave
   • Best for: anxiety + still wanting to be close to downtown.
   • Patient feedback specifically mentions nervous patients feeling comfortable, and the practice has an uninsured/underinsured dental savings plan.
   • Caveat: this is a private practice, so it may cost more than a community clinic even with the savings plan.

3. Manos de Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave
   • Best for: keeping the bill as low as possible.
   • It's a nonprofit low-cost dental clinic serving lower-income Austin residents. Local Austin discussions also repeatedly recommend it for people without insurance. www.reddit.com
   • It's not downtown proper, but it's relatively close.

4. People’s Community Clinic — 1101 Camino La Costa
   • Best for: uninsured adults who qualify for reduced fees.
   • People's explicitly says uninsured patients can receive dental care at reduced cost through its sliding-fee scale. Its dental program also says the team works to put patients at ease. www.austinpcc.org
   • This is probably the strongest combination of affordability + anxiety-sensitive care I found, although it's north of downtown.

If I were in your situation

I'd call People's first if your income is low enough for sliding-scale assistance, and RBJ/CommUnityCare second if being close to downtown matters most. If you can afford somewhat more for a private dentist, High Point South Congress looks like a particularly promising anxiety-friendly option.

When you call, you can say:

“I'm uninsured and have significant dental anxiety. I'm looking for the lowest-cost option you offer, and I need a dentist who's comfortable working with very nervous patients. Do you have a sliding scale or uninsured discount, and can you tell me the approximate cost of the first visit?”

One important tip: don't let them schedule a bunch of treatment before you know the total cost. Ask for an exam and written treatment plan first, then decide what you can tackle in stages.

If you tell me roughly how far from downtown you're willing to travel (e.g. 1, 3, or 5 miles) and whether your budget is closer to $50, $100, $200, or $300 for the first visit, I can narrow this to the 3 best options and compare their likely costs and anxiety accommodations.

If you mean the UT Austin campus area, I’d start with these options:

1. Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics — Mueller

This is probably the best nearby pediatric-specialist option to call first. They offer exams, cleanings, fluoride, and sealants, and their current site says they accept most Medicaid/state plans for pediatric dentistry. They also have a $125 self-pay new-patient package including exam, cleaning, basic X-rays, and fluoride. parklanedentalortho.com

2. Mr. James Lloyd / CommUnityCare — East Austin

This is worth investigating if affordability is the priority. The practice is associated with CommUnityCare's pediatric services and offers children's cleanings and fluoride treatments; People's Community Clinic also lists CommUnityCare-area dental providers among Medicaid/CHIP options. www.austinpcc.org

3. Austin Community College Dental Hygiene Clinic — Eastview

If you're uninsured and paying out of pocket, this could be the cheapest route. Their clinic advertises a free dental screening, and a $20 basic cleaning that includes fluoride varnish. Registration for new patients reopens August 24, 2026. Call 512-223-5710. sites.austincc.edu

4. Dr. Terry Lee, DDS — East Austin

Another pediatric-focused option associated with CommUnityCare, particularly worth calling if your child has Medicaid/CHIP. www.austinpcc.org

If money is really tight

If your child has Medicaid or CHIP, fluoride treatments and preventive dental care are covered benefits, so I would not pay cash until you've checked the child's dental plan. www.insurekidsnow.gov

If you tell me your child's age and whether you have Medicaid/CHIP, other insurance, or no insurance, I can narrow this down to the 2–3 cheapest options closest to UT and give you the phone numbers and what to ask when you call.

• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Swish Dental Downtown - 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street - 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Family Dentistry on Manchaca - 11200 Menchaca Rd Bldg 4, Suite 4, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Access Dental - 1923 E 7th St #120, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Lady Bird Dental - 3115 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Daylight Dental South Austin - 6501 S Congress Ave Ste 2-201, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• South Austin Oral Surgery - 706B W Ben White Blvd Ste 194, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Groovy Dental - 8701 W Parmer Ln Ste 1124, Austin, TX 78729, United States
• Wisdom Teeth Guys - 3724 Jefferson St Ste 100 - A, Austin, TX 78731, United States

If you’re in downtown Austin and need an extraction urgently while unemployed/uninsured, I’d start with CommUnityCare rather than a typical private dentist because they offer extractions and emergency dental treatment with sliding-scale fees for eligible patients. Texas DSHS also recommends 2-1-1 for finding low-cost dental services. Texas Health Services Trinitycenter

My top options

• Huang Philip P MD — CommUnityCare RBJ Dental Clinic

• 15 Waller St., just east of downtown
• Dental line: 512-978-9895
• Offers exams, extractions and emergency treatment; CommUnityCare has income-based/sliding-fee options. Trinitycenter
• Best first call if money is extremely tight.
• Swish Dental Downtown

• 201 W 5th St., right in downtown
• 512-713-1099
• Offers extractions and emergency visits and says uninsured patients can use low-cost memberships and payment plans. Swish Dental Swish Dental
• Better if you need something very convenient downtown and can manage a private-office payment.
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street

• 1011 W 5th St.
• 737-990-4135
• Advertises emergency/walk-in dentistry and transparent pricing.

If you need care tonight

Since it's Sunday evening, the downtown offices above aren't currently open. If you have rapidly increasing facial/neck swelling, trouble breathing or swallowing, or swelling around the eye, that's an emergency—go to an ER/911 rather than waiting for a dentist.

Otherwise, I'd call RBJ Dental first thing Monday and say:

“I recently lost my job and don't have dental insurance. I have a tooth that needs extraction and I'm in pain. Do you have an urgent appointment, and can you tell me what the lowest/sliding-scale cost would be before I come in?”

You can also call Texas 2-1-1, which Texas DSHS says provides dental-resource referrals 24/7. Texas Health Services

If you tell me whether you have any dental insurance/Medicaid, how many teeth need extracting, and roughly what you can afford (e.g. $50, $100, $200), I can narrow this down to the cheapest realistic option and check which places are open tomorrow.

• Kelly W. Keith, DDS - 3800 Speedway, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• Snow Dental - 1005 W 38th St #100, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Lucent Dentistry - 3909 N Interstate Hwy 35 Ste. A1, Austin, TX 78722, United States
• Trey Kaliher, DDS - 4300 Medical Pkwy, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Smile Haus Austin - 3701 Guadalupe St Ste 104, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• North Austin Dentistry - 6850 Austin Center Blvd #310, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Ideal Dental Central Austin - 3500 Jefferson St #106, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Walton Family Dentistry - 4100 E 51st St Ste 100, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Smile Haus Arboretum - Modern Family Dentistry & Orthodontics - 9901 N Capital of Texas Hwy #225, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Enamel Dentistry South Lamar - 2717 S Lamar Blvd #1086, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Grove Austin Family Dentistry - 1500 W 38th St #14, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Forest Family Dentistry - Eastside - 31 Navasota St #130, Austin, TX 78702, United States

If you mean North Loop or Hyde Park in Austin, these are the offices I’d put at the top of the list for a dental emergency or trying to get seen the same day. I’d still call first—same-day slots depend on the day and the severity of the issue. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Treaty Oak Dental

Best nearby options

• Kelly W. Keith, DDS — Hyde Park / UT area

• A long-running neighborhood practice with strong patient feedback around gentle care and comfort.
• Good choice if you want a local-feeling dentist rather than a large chain.
• Listed as an emergency dental service provider.
• Snow Dental — near Hyde Park (W 38th St)

• Convenient to Hyde Park/North Loop.
• Known locally as a private practice; emergency visits and same-day availability when possible are noted.
• Lucent Dentistry — Hancock / near North Loop

• Very close to the North Loop area.
• Offers emergency dental care for issues like severe tooth pain, broken teeth, lost restorations, and infections.
• Trey Kaliher, DDS — Medical Pkwy / central Austin

• Nearby option with good reviews mentioning a calm, reassuring approach.
• Worth calling for urgent openings.
• Smile Haus Austin — Guadalupe / UT area

• Close to Hyde Park and North Loop.
• Handles emergency dental needs and has patient reports of quick appointments for broken teeth.

If you need the highest chance of a same-day slot

These offices specifically advertise urgent/same-day care:

• North Austin Dentistry — advertises same-day/next-day emergency visits for toothaches, broken teeth, lost crowns, and similar problems. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — central Austin emergency dentist serving Hyde Park/North University areas and offering same-day/next-day emergency efforts. Treaty Oak Dental
• Ideal Dental Central Austin — advertises same-day emergency treatment for issues like severe pain, broken teeth, and infections. Ideal Dental

If you tell me what kind of emergency it is (toothache, cracked tooth, swelling/abscess, lost crown/filling, knocked-out tooth) and whether you need tonight/weekend vs. tomorrow, I can narrow this down.

• KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 2907 Duval St, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Community Smiles Dental Clinic - G, 750 NW 20th St #110, Miami, FL 33127, United States
• Gables Sedation & Family Dentistry Coral Terrace - 5727 SW 24th St, Miami, FL 33155, United States
• DePorter David J DDS - 750 NW 20th St, Miami, FL 33127, United States
• COLLAZO FAMILY DENTAL - 285 NW 27th Ave #21, Miami, FL 33125, United States
• Smilewise Dentistry of South Miami-Leyane Hernandez Nunez DDS - 5975 Sunset Dr #107, South Miami, FL 33143, United States
• Myriam Berrahil - 3601 N Federal Hwy, Miami, FL 33137, United States
• Gables Family Dental - 2990 Coral Wy, Miami, FL 33145, United States
• Smile Dentistry Associates - 6741 SW 24th St Ste 14, Miami, FL 33155, United States
• BHCC of Miami Dade - 3600 N Federal Hwy, Miami, FL 33137, United States
• Gables Family Dental - 2955 NW 17th Ave, Miami, FL 33142, United States

If you're near UT and trying to keep costs down, I’d start with these three:

1. Perspective Dental / Austin Family Dentistry — North Loop

• 4631 Airport Blvd, Suite 120A
• Explicitly markets itself as affordable family dentistry and treats both children and adults. It’s in North Loop and convenient to the UT area. Smyleee
• Best bet if price is your #1 concern: call and ask for the cash price for an exam/cleaning/X-rays before booking.
• KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry — Hyde Park/UT

• 2907 Duval St, directly across from UT.
• Family dentistry for all ages, and they've been in Central Austin since 1945. They accept most major dental insurance and publish treatment fee ranges, which is useful when you're budgeting. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
• Best for: convenience + a long-established independent practice. Local UT students also specifically recommend it for being extremely close to campus. Reddit
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — Hyde Park/North University

• 2905 San Gabriel St, Suite 202
• Very close to UT and serves patients of all ages, including children. The practice specifically describes its care as affordable and family-friendly. Treaty Oak Dental
• Best for: a traditional family dentist that's close to campus.

My pick on a tight budget

I'd call Perspective first, then KoLa and Treaty Oak and ask the exact same question:

“I'm paying out of pocket and have a tight budget. What is your lowest cash price for a new-patient exam, X-rays, and routine cleaning, and do you have an uninsured/discount plan?”

That comparison is important because “affordable” doesn't necessarily mean the lowest actual out-of-pocket price.

If you tell me whether you have dental insurance and roughly what you can afford (e.g. $50, $100, $150 for the first visit), I can narrow these down and look specifically for the cheapest option near UT/Hyde Park/North Loop.

If you want one dentist/practice for both you and your kids, I’d start with Lucent Dentistry in the Hancock area.

Why it stands out:

• Adults + kids: It offers general and pediatric dentistry under one roof.
• Very central: 3909 N. I-35, close to Hyde Park, Hancock, Cherrywood, and downtown.
• Strong reviews: 4.9★ from 500+ reviews in the local results.
• Insurance-friendly: It reportedly accepts many PPO plans plus Medicaid/CHIP, which is a meaningful advantage if relevant to your family.
• They also offer orthodontics and emergency dental care, so you can potentially keep the whole family in one practice.

My other top choice for the kids

Central Park Pediatric Dentistry is probably the better pure pediatric option. It's at 1005 W. 38th St., right in Central Austin, and specializes exclusively in children. The practice emphasizes gentle, anxiety-aware care and has family-friendly scheduling. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.com

The catch: you'd need a separate adult dentist, whereas Lucent could handle everyone.

One more central option

KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry is another appealing choice near UT. It's a family/general practice with a particularly calm, boutique-style environment. It says it accepts most dental insurance plans, though not DHMO plans, so I'd verify your exact insurance before booking. www.koladentistry.com

My pick: Lucent if convenience and having one dental home for the whole family are your priorities; Central Park Pediatric if your kids are young/anxious and you want a pediatric specialist.

If you tell me your dental insurance (e.g. Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife, UnitedHealthcare, Medicaid/CHIP) and roughly where in Central Austin you're located, I can narrow this down to the best in-network choice.

• East Tennessee Pediatric Dentistry - 1103 Callahan Dr, Knoxville, TN 37912, United States
• Volunteer Pediatric Dentistry - 1516 Coleman Rd, Knoxville, TN 37909, United States
• Knox Tot Pediatric Dentistry - 11201 W Point Dr #100, Knoxville, TN 37934, United States
• Clinton Family Dentistry - 358 Indian Hills Cir, Clinton, TN 37716, United States
• East Tennessee Pediatric Dentistry at Oak Ridge - 500 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, United States
• Newton Dental Practice: Kristi Newton DDS & Daniel Newton DDS - 190 Edgewood Ave, Clinton, TN 37716, United States
• Knoxville Pediatric Dentistry - Farragut - 10910 Kingston Pike Suite 105, Knoxville, TN 37934, United States
• Butch Oaks, DDS - 501 N Main St, Clinton, TN 37716, United States
• Smoky Mountain Pediatric Dentistry - 243 Joule St, Alcoa, TN 37701, United States
• Brink & White Pediatric Dental Associates - Bartlett - 6565 Stage Rd #2, Bartlett, TN 38134, United States
• Knoxville Pediatric Dentistry - Tazewell Pike - 2944 Tazewell Pike Ste 1, Knoxville, TN 37918, United States
• The Smile Center-Don Foster, DDS - 2130 N Charles G Seivers Blvd #1, Clinton, TN 37716, United States
• Hardin Valley Children's Dentistry - 10238 Hardin Valley Rd, Knoxville, TN 37932, United States

If by the UT campus area in Knoxville you mean around Cumberland Ave/UT, I’d book East Tennessee Pediatric Dentistry as my first choice.

• East Tennessee Pediatric Dentistry — 1103 Callahan Dr, Knoxville. It’s a pediatric-only practice that treats children from infancy through the teen years, and it has a 4.9/5 rating from nearly 2,000 reviews. That combination of pediatric specialization, experience with very young children, and strong parent feedback makes it my top pick.
• Bearden Pediatric Dentistry is another particularly good fit if you want something very close to UT. Their office is at 6207 Highland Place Way, and they specifically say they care for newborns, babies, toddlers, and children and are located next to the University of Tennessee. Bearden Pediatric Dentistry
• Volunteer Pediatric Dentistry — 1516 Coleman Rd. Also pediatric-focused, with board-certified pediatric dentistry expertise and care beginning in infancy.
• Knox Tot Pediatric Dentistry — 11201 W Point Dr in Farragut. This is farther from campus, but I’d consider it if your toddler is particularly nervous: Dr. Drew Mallard is a board-certified pediatric dentist, and the practice emphasizes making first dental experiences fun and comfortable. Knox Tot Pediatric Dentistry Knox Tot Pediatric Dentistry

My pick for your toddler

1. East Tennessee Pediatric Dentistry — best overall
2. Bearden Pediatric Dentistry — best if proximity to UT is the priority
3. Volunteer Pediatric Dentistry — another solid pediatric-only option

For a toddler, I would favor a true pediatric dentist rather than a general family dentist. Pediatric dentists receive additional specialty training specifically for infants and children and behavior guidance. UTHSC

If you tell me roughly where around UT you are (e.g. Fort Sanders, Cumberland Ave, Sequoyah Hills, etc.) and your toddler's age, I can narrow this down to the 2 closest/best options and check which takes your insurance.

• Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours - 3050 Guadalupe St #13, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Ideal Dental Central Austin - 3500 Jefferson St #106, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Downtown Dental Design - 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Lady Bird Dental - 3115 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Swish Dental Downtown - 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Smile Haus Austin - 3701 Guadalupe St Ste 104, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Toothbar - 211 Walter Seaholm Dr LR 160, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Aloha Dental - 1614 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• Authentic Smiles - 1717 W 6th St Ste 365, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Austin Clarity Dental and Implant | Austin General Dentist - 11672 Jollyville Rd #1, Austin, TX 78759, United States

Yes. Since it’s Sunday around 8 PM in Austin, I found one Central Austin option that is specifically listed as open 24 hours:

• Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — 3050 Guadalupe St #13, Austin, TX 78705. Listed as open 24/7, including Sunday, with phone (737) 773-3535. This is the closest match to “I need a dentist tonight in Central Austin.”
• Austin Emergency Dental — 2500 W William Cannon Dr, Austin, TX 78745, phone (737) 747-4646. They advertise walk-ins and emergency toothache care, but their Sunday hours are 8 AM–8 PM, so at this hour I would call first rather than drive there. Emergency Dental Austin Emergency Dental Austin
• Ideal Dental Central Austin — 3500 Jefferson St #106, phone (512) 451-0101. Central location and emergency dentistry, but closed tonight based on the listed hours.

What I'd do tonight

Call Dr. Elfiky at (737) 773-3535 now and say you have an acute toothache and need an emergency evaluation tonight. The business listing currently shows it open 24 hours. Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours

If you have facial/neck swelling, trouble breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, fever with significant swelling, or you feel seriously ill, don't wait for a dentist—go to an emergency department or call 911.

If you tell me roughly where you are downtown (e.g., 6th & Congress, Rainey, UT, etc.), I can narrow this to the closest place you can realistically get to tonight.