Answers that name a competitor

• Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry - 3607 Manor Rd #103, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Central Park Pediatric Dentistry - 1005 W 38th St #200, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Red Balloon Dentistry for Children- Austin - 1139 W Braker Ln Ste 201, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Austin Pediatric Dentistry, PLLC - 6618 Sitio Del Rio Blvd Ste b102, Austin, TX 78730, United States
• Westlake Pediatric Dentistry - 5656 Bee Caves Rd Ste B104, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Sunny Hills Pediatric Dentistry - 11149 Research Blvd #270, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Rising Stars Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics - Pediatric Dentist & Braces Austin - 14005 N Hwy 183 Ste 800, Austin, TX 78717, United States
• Tiny Texans Pediatric Dentistry - 11200 Menchaca Rd Bldg 4 Ste 1, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics - 1900 Aldrich St Ste 160, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Homegrown Pediatric Dentistry - 20808 State Hwy 71, Spicewood, TX 78669, United States
• Dentalsaurus - 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 507, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Kids Tooth Team - 1217 W Slaughter Ln Ste 140, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Poplin Pediatric Dentistry - 6850 Austin Center Blvd #220, Austin, TX 78731, United States

If you’re in North Loop Austin and your family doesn’t have dental insurance, I’d prioritize a pediatric office that (1) is comfortable with kids, (2) offers transparent cash pricing or membership plans, and (3) is reasonably close. A few that look like good fits:

My top picks

• Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry — Mueller (close to North Loop)

• Good match if you want a pediatric-only practice nearby.
• They focus on infants through teens and mention accepting multiple payment methods, CareCredit, and many PPO plans.
• Mueller is convenient from North Loop and often easier than driving farther north.
• Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — Central Austin near 38th & Lamar

• Another strong location choice from North Loop.
• Pediatric-focused, with an emphasis on gentle, kid-friendly care and anxiety-aware visits.
• Red Balloon Dentistry for Children- Austin — North Austin

• A good option if you want a child-centered office and need something a bit farther north.
• They state they accept many major insurance plans and Texas Medicaid/CHIP; call to ask about cash rates since you’re uninsured.

Best budget-oriented options to ask about

• myDental’s Norwood Park pediatric location (near North Lamar) may be worth calling because they advertise an in-house plan for families without dental insurance and flexible financing options. myDental
• Super Kids Austin advertises discounted new-patient pricing for uninsured children (for example, a cleaning/exam/X-ray offer), so it may be worth comparing their out-of-pocket costs. Super Kids Austin

When you call, I’d ask:

1. “What is your cash price for a first pediatric visit (exam, cleaning, X-rays if needed)?”
2. “Do you have a membership plan for families without insurance?”
3. “Are fluoride and X-rays included or extra?”
4. “Do you offer sibling discounts?”

If you tell me your kids’ ages and whether you’re closer to North Loop east (Mueller/airport side) or west (Shoal Creek/Crestview side), I can narrow it to the 2–3 best fits.

• Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry - 3607 Manor Rd #103, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Central Park Pediatric Dentistry - 1005 W 38th St #200, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics - 1900 Aldrich St Ste 160, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Healing Tooth - Comprehensive Family Dentistry & Orthodontics - 6406 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd Ste 2580, Austin, TX 78752, United States
• Forest Family Dentistry - Eastside - 31 Navasota St #130, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Central Texas Pediatric Dentistry - 1201 Barbara Jordan Blvd #1430, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Grove Austin Family Dentistry - 1500 W 38th St #14, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Mi Casa Family Dentistry | Austin Family Dentistry - 7517 Cameron Rd #106, Austin, TX 78752, United States
• Super Kids Austin - 2410 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 2907 Duval St, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Poplin Pediatric Dentistry - 6850 Austin Center Blvd #220, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Snow Dental - 1005 W 38th St #100, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Smiles of Austin - 1910 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703, United States

If you mean North Loop in Austin, my first pick would be Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry. It’s on Manor Rd in the Mueller area, very close to North Loop, and it’s a pediatric-only practice with a strong kid-friendly focus. The practice also accepts cash and offers CareCredit, which is useful when you’re paying out of pocket. Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry

Two other nearby options worth considering:

• Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — near 38th & Lamar, a particularly good choice if you want a pediatric-only office with an emphasis on gentle communication and helping anxious kids. Central Park Pediatric Dentistry
• Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics — in Mueller, so convenient from North Loop, and offers pediatric dentistry plus orthodontics.

For a family without insurance, I’d call Austin Pearls first and ask for the cash price for a new-patient exam/cleaning/X-rays and whether they have a self-pay or membership discount. That will give you a much better apples-to-apples comparison than the advertised insurance prices.

If you tell me your kids' ages, I can narrow it down to the best 2–3 options and compare their self-pay pricing and distance from North Loop.

Yes — dental care during pregnancy is generally safe and recommended, including cleanings and necessary treatment. Texas DSHS specifically encourages pregnant patients to get dental care during pregnancy. www.dshs.texas.gov

Since you're uninsured and near Mueller, I’d prioritize these:

1. Best budget-first option: Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave. It’s a nonprofit low-cost dental clinic serving adults and offers sliding-fee/reduced-cost care. Their dental line is (512) 477-2319. www.austinpcc.org

I'd call this one first and tell them you're pregnant and uninsured.

2. Best safety-net option: CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St. CommUnityCare is designed to serve uninsured/underinsured patients, and this location has dental services. www.austinpcc.org

3. Very close to Mueller: Dental Smiles — 1201 Barbara Jordan Blvd. They specifically offer financial options and a dental membership plan for people without dental insurance. mydentalsmiles.com

4. Also right in Mueller: Swish Dental - Mueller Family — 2604 Aldrich St. They offer low-cost memberships and payment plans for uninsured patients. Their pregnancy guidance says dental X-rays use very low radiation, but they recommend coordinating with your OB. www.swishsmiles.com

What I'd do

Call Manos de Cristo first, then CommUnityCare if their wait or eligibility doesn't work for you. When you call, say: “I'm pregnant, uninsured, and need a prenatal dental exam/cleaning. Do you offer a sliding scale, and what would my self-pay cost be?”

Also, don't postpone necessary dental treatment just because you're pregnant. Tell the dentist how far along you are and the name/contact information for your prenatal provider; they can coordinate on medications, X-rays, or anything more involved. www.dshs.texas.gov

Texas DSHS also says pregnant women may qualify for Medicaid, and dental benefits may be available through the managed-care plan. They recommend calling 2-1-1 to find local low-cost dental programs. www.dshs.texas.gov

If you tell me how far along you are and whether you need just a cleaning/checkup or have a toothache/problem, I can narrow this to the best 2–3 options for you.

• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Swish Dental - Mueller Family - 2604 Aldrich St Ste a, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• River Rock Dental Austin - Mueller - 1801 E 51st St Ste 390, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Dental Smiles - 1201 Barbara Jordan Blvd Ste 1435, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• High Point Dentistry - 2719 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Community Care. - Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Community Health Centers of Austin & Travis County - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Dr. Lorena Ray - 318 Chalmers Ave, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Dr. Amy Schorr - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Dr. Dania Turcios - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States

Yes — and you shouldn’t postpone dental care because you’re pregnant or uninsured. Texas DSHS specifically recommends dental care during pregnancy and notes that preventive and necessary dental treatment can be provided during pregnancy. Texas Health Services

My top choices near Mueller

• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St. This would be my first call if affordability is the priority. It’s a community health center with dental services and pathways for uninsured patients who meet income guidelines. Ask specifically about their sliding-fee scale and pregnancy dental appointments. Austin PCC
• Swish Dental - Mueller Family — 2604 Aldrich St. This is probably the most convenient option if you want a conventional private dentist right in Mueller. They explicitly offer low-cost memberships and payment plans for people without dental insurance, and their Mueller office discusses pregnancy/X-ray precautions. Swish Dental
• River Rock Dental Austin - Mueller — 1801 E 51st St. Also right in Mueller, and they advertise a dental membership plan specifically intended to make care more affordable for people without insurance. River Rock Dental Austin
• Dental Smiles — 1201 Barbara Jordan Blvd. Another Mueller-area option; they offer a dental membership plan for patients without dental insurance and describe themselves as a local, female-owned practice. Dental Smiles Dentistry

What I'd do in your situation

Call CommUnityCare first and say: “I'm pregnant and uninsured and need a prenatal dental exam/cleaning. Do you have a sliding-scale fee, and do you see pregnant patients?” If they can't get you in soon enough, I'd call Swish Mueller and River Rock Mueller and ask for the cash price for an exam and cleaning plus any uninsured membership discount.

You may also qualify for Texas Medicaid for Pregnant Women, and Texas DSHS says dental benefits may be available through the managed-care plan. DSHS also recommends calling 2-1-1 to locate low-cost dental services. Texas Health Services

For pregnancy specifically, tell the dentist how many weeks pregnant you are and any medications/complications, and let them coordinate with your OB if needed. Routine preventive care and most necessary dental treatment are generally considered safe during pregnancy. Austin Kids Dentistry

If you tell me how far along you are and whether you need just a cleaning/checkup or you have a toothache, broken tooth, swelling, etc., I can narrow this to the cheapest appropriate option near Mueller.

• Lucent Dentistry - 3909 N Interstate Hwy 35 Ste. A1, Austin, TX 78722, United States
• Red Balloon Dentistry for Children- Austin - 1139 W Braker Ln Ste 201, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry - 3607 Manor Rd #103, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Westlake Pediatric Dentistry - 5656 Bee Caves Rd Ste B104, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Galaxia Dental - 8764 Research Blvd Ste d, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Central Texas Pediatric Dentistry - 1201 Barbara Jordan Blvd #1430, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Central Park Pediatric Dentistry - 1005 W 38th St #200, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Glow Pediatric Dentistry - Pflugerville - 801 Wells Branch Pkwy #130, Pflugerville, TX 78660, United States
• Lone Star Pediatric Dental & Braces - South Austin - 2700 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Tiny Texans Pediatric Dentistry - 11200 Menchaca Rd Bldg 4 Ste 1, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• White Blossom Pediatric Dentistry - 3200 FM1460 Ste 305, Georgetown, TX 78626, United States
• Lone Star Pediatric Dental & Braces - North Austin - 8716 Research Blvd #125, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Kidz Dental - 500 W William Cannon Dr #516, Austin, TX 78745, United States

If your main concern is getting a cavity filled without a huge bill, I’d prioritize offices that clearly work with Medicaid/CHIP, sliding-scale programs, or transparent self-pay pricing rather than just the highest-rated pediatric office. Here are the Austin options I’d start with:

Best low-cost options to call first

1. CommUnityCare: North Central Health Center / Carousel Pediatric Dental Services

• This would be my first call if money is tight. They provide children’s dental care (including fillings) and list Medicaid/CHIP, MAP, MAP Basic, and sliding-fee options. CommunityCare
• Multiple Austin-area locations are available, including Springdale, Riverside, North Lamar, and health centers. CommunityCare
• Lucent Dentistry

• Worth calling if you need a faster appointment and have Medicaid/CHIP or limited coverage; they advertise accepting Medicaid/CHIP and offer pediatric fillings. Lucent Dentistry
• Ask specifically: “What will my out-of-pocket cost be for a child’s cavity filling after insurance?”
• Red Balloon Dentistry for Children- Austin

• A pediatric-focused office that lists Medicaid/state-funded plans and flexible payment options. Kid's Dental Austin
• A good choice if your child is nervous and you want a kid-only environment.
• Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry

• Not necessarily the cheapest, but they emphasize upfront cost discussions and payment options. Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry
• Good to ask for a written estimate before treatment.

Before you schedule, ask these 5 questions

• “Do you accept my child’s dental insurance/Medicaid plan?”
• “How much will the filling cost total, including X-rays and any exam fees?”
• “Do you offer a cash discount or payment plan?”
• “Is this a simple filling, or are you recommending a crown?”
• “Can you send me the treatment plan and estimate before doing anything?”

If your child has Medicaid or CHIP, you may be able to get the filling at very low or no cost; Medicaid/CHIP dental benefits for children generally cover services like exams, X-rays, and fillings. Insure Kids Now

If you tell me:

1. your child’s age,
2. whether you have Medicaid/CHIP, private insurance, or no insurance, and
3. what part of Austin you’re in (north/south/east/west),

I can narrow this down to the most practical 2–3 choices.

• Central Texas Pediatric Dentistry - 1201 Barbara Jordan Blvd #1430, Austin, TX 78723
• Dentalsaurus - 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 507, Austin, TX 78745
• Red Balloon Dentistry for Children- Austin - 1139 W Braker Ln Ste 201, Austin, TX 78758
• Kidz Dental - 500 W William Cannon Dr #516, Austin, TX 78745
• Austin Kids Teeth - 6012 W William Cannon Dr Ste B102, Austin, TX 78749
• Austin Children's Dentistry - Austin - 13616 N Hwy 183, Austin, TX 78750
• Central Park Pediatric Dentistry - 1005 W 38th St #200, Austin, TX 78705
• Lone Star Pediatric Dental & Braces - North Austin - 8716 Research Blvd #125, Austin, TX 78758
• Austin Pediatric Dentistry, PLLC - 6618 Sitio Del Rio Blvd Ste b102, Austin, TX 78730
• Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry - 3607 Manor Rd #103, Austin, TX 78723
• Super Kids Austin - 2410 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741
• Tiny Texans Pediatric Dentistry - 11200 Menchaca Rd Bldg 4 Ste 1, Austin, TX 78748
• Pediatric Dental Professionals - 9015 Mountain Ridge Dr #320, Austin, TX 78759
• Rising Stars Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics - Pediatric Dentist & Braces Austin - 14005 N Hwy 183 Ste 800, Austin, TX 78717
• Loving Pediatric Dentistry - 7800 N Mopac Expy #110, Austin, TX 78759

If the main concern is keeping the cavity filling affordable, I’d start with dentists that either take Medicaid/CHIP, offer sliding-scale care, or are transparent about self-pay pricing. I can’t know your exact out-of-pocket cost without your child’s age, insurance, and the size of the cavity, but these Austin options are worth calling first:

Best low-cost options to try

1. Central Texas Pediatric Dentistry

• Pediatric-focused office.
• Listed among Austin providers accepting Medicaid/CHIP. Austin PCC
• Good first call if you want a true pediatric dentist.
• Dentalsaurus

• Pediatric dentist in South Austin.
• Listed on local Medicaid/CHIP provider resources. Austin PCC
• Red Balloon Dentistry for Children- Austin

• Pediatric practice that lists fillings among its services and says it accepts Texas Medicaid and CHIP. Red Balloon Dentistry for Children
• Kidz Dental

• Focuses on children and says it works with Medicaid/CHIP families and offers payment options. Kidz Dental
• Austin Kids Teeth

• Highly reviewed pediatric dentist; worth calling to ask for a cash price or payment options.

If you have no insurance at all

Consider starting with:

• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center pediatric dental services — they offer children’s dental care including fillings and mention Medicaid/CHIP plus sliding-fee options based on income. CommunityCare
• People's Community Clinic resources for low-cost dental referrals. Austin PCC

What I would ask when you call

“My child needs one cavity filled. We’re trying to avoid a large bill. Do you accept CHIP/Medicaid? If not, what is your cash price for a pediatric filling, and do you offer payment plans or discounts?”

If you tell me:

1. your child’s age,
2. whether you have Medicaid/CHIP, private insurance, or no insurance, and
3. what part of Austin you’re in (North/South/East/West),

I can narrow this down to the most practical choices.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Union Dental Implant Center - 1211 E 11th St Ste 201, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Affordable Dentures & Implants - 1335 E Whitestone Blvd Bldg. D, Suite 145, Cedar Park, TX 78613, United States
• Bastrop Dentures & Implant Center - 301 State Hwy 71 #102, Bastrop, TX 78602, United States
• Advanced Dental Care of Austin - 6500 McNeil Dr Bldg 1, Austin, TX 78729, United States
• Craft of Dentistry - 7002 Menchaca Rd #100, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Texas Periodontists - 8701 Menchaca Rd Bldg 3, Suite 103, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Family Dentistry on Manchaca - 11200 Menchaca Rd Bldg 4, Suite 4, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• ClearChoice Dental Implant Center - Austin - 7200 N Mopac Expy Ste 215, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Quinlan Park Dental - 5145 N FM 620 G-150, Austin, TX 78732, United States
• Cloud Dental - 9070 Research Blvd #205, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Optima Dental Surgery Center - 990 Hesters Crossing Rd, Round Rock, TX 78681, United States

If you mean central Austin, I’d start with Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates at 3200 Red River St., Suite 400. It’s near UT/central Austin, specializes in implant surgery, and offers financing including CareCredit and Proceed Finance. Most importantly for a strict budget, a recent Austin cash-price listing reports $1,600 for implant placement there—but confirm exactly what that includes, because the crown/abutment can be separate. MarketCare

My budget shortlist

• Best first call: Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St. Ask for their uninsured cash price for a single implant, including placement, abutment, crown, imaging, and any extraction/bone graft. The reported $1,600 figure is for implant placement, not necessarily the finished tooth. MarketCare
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — 1500 W 38th St. Worth getting a competing quote because it's very close to central Austin and specifically handles implants.
• Union Dental Implant Center — 1211 E 11th St. This is particularly convenient if you're east/central; it focuses heavily on implants and has reviews mentioning affordability.
• Magnolia Family Dentistry — advertises implants from $329/month with financing and a free implant consultation. Magnolia Family Dentistry

For comparison, one Austin practice currently advertises a single completed implant (implant + abutment + crown) for $3,999, while another advertises single implants from $2,025 but says the abutment and crown aren't included. South Austin Dental Implant Studio Dental Implants Austin TX

What I'd do: call Central Texas Oral Surgery first and say: “I'm uninsured and paying cash. I need one implant. What's your lowest total price for the complete finished tooth, and what would I pay upfront?” Then get the same all-in quote from two other offices. Don't compare a $1,600 “implant” quote with a $3,000+ “finished tooth” quote—they may be pricing different stages.

If you tell me how many teeth you need replaced and roughly what you can afford per month (or total), I can narrow this to the cheapest realistic option in central Austin.

• Diamond Dental Family and Implant Dentistry - 8106 Brodie Ln, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• River Park Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry - 4410 E Riverside Dr #150, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• Affordable Dentures & Implants - 1335 E Whitestone Blvd Bldg. D, Suite 145, Cedar Park, TX 78613, United States
• Craft of Dentistry - 7002 Menchaca Rd #100, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Advanced Dental Care of Austin - 6500 McNeil Dr Bldg 1, Austin, TX 78729, United States
• Affordable Dentures & Implants - 5695 Kyle Pkwy Ste 250, Kyle, TX 78640, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• South Austin Dental - 6905 West Gate Blvd B, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Quinlan Park Dental - 5145 N FM 620 G-150, Austin, TX 78732, 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
• Affordable Dentures & Implants - 12700 Lexington St Ste 220, Manor, TX 78653, United States

If you're uninsured and on a strict budget, I’d prioritize offices that publish cash prices and/or have financing rather than simply choosing the cheapest-looking dentist.

My first calls

1. South Austin Dental Implant Studio — probably the strongest budget-first option I found for a single implant. They advertise $3,999 cash for a single implant including the implant body, abutment, and crown, plus financing and a free consultation with 3D imaging. South Austin Dental Implant Studio South Austin Dental Associates

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1. River Park Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry — particularly worth comparing if you're paying cash. Their current advertised single-implant price is $3,500 including placement, abutment, and crown, specifically for new cash patients. They also offer financing and an uninsured membership plan. River Park Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry River Park Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry

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1. Dr. Kris Owens / Austin implant practice — worth getting a quote if you need multiple implants or a full arch. They advertise single implants starting at $2,025, although importantly that advertised price doesn't include the abutment or crown, so don't compare that number directly with River Park's $3,500 all-in price. They also advertise financing. Dental Implants Austin TX
2. Magnolia Family Dentistry — another option if monthly payment matters more than lowest total price. They currently advertise implants from $329/month with CareCredit and a free implant consultation. Magnolia Family Dentistry

What I'd do in your shoes

Book two free consultations rather than committing to the first dentist. I'd start with South Austin Dental Implant Studio and River Park and ask both for a written, all-in cash quote.

Ask specifically:

“I'm uninsured and paying entirely out of pocket. What's your lowest total price for the implant, abutment, crown, X-rays/CBCT, extraction if needed, bone grafting if needed, and follow-up visits? Are there any additional fees?”

That's important because a "$2,025 implant" can become substantially more once the crown, abutment, imaging, grafting, and other components are added.

If you tell me how many teeth you need replaced (1, 2–3, or most/all of them) and roughly what part of Austin you consider central, I can narrow this down to the 2–3 cheapest realistic options and compare their total advertised prices/financing.

• Choice Austin Dental - 11645 Angus Rd, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Forest Family Dentistry - Burnet - 5531 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Lucent Dentistry - 3909 N Interstate Hwy 35 Ste. A1, Austin, TX 78722, United States
• Family Dentistry on Manchaca - 11200 Menchaca Rd Bldg 4, Suite 4, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Quinlan Park Dental - 5145 N FM 620 G-150, Austin, TX 78732, United States
• Glow Dental Co - Building One, 7717 Southwest Pkwy Unit 150, Austin, TX 78735, United States
• Lady Bird Dental - 3115 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Mi Casa Family Dentistry | Austin Family Dentistry - 7517 Cameron Rd #106, Austin, TX 78752, United States
• Brilliant Smiles - 5608 Parkcrest Dr #250, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Shoal Creek Smile Studio - 5017 Bull Creek Rd, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Forest Family Dentistry - Eastside - 31 Navasota St #130, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Toothwise Dental - 12809 N FM 620 Ste 100, Austin, TX 78750, United States
• Brushy Creek Dentistry - 15534 Ranch Rd 620 N #300, Austin, TX 78717, United States

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

My best picks for cheap preventive care

1. Choice Austin Dental — North Austin

• Best overall value for a family without dental insurance.
• Their dental savings plan is $299/year for the first person, $250 for the second, and $225 for each additional family member.
• It includes 2 exams, 2 basic cleanings, fluoride treatments, annual X-rays, and emergency visits, plus discounts on other treatment. Austin Dental Austin Dental
• They specifically emphasize conservative/preventive dentistry, which is what I'd want for routine family care. Austin Dental
• Forest Family Dentistry - Burnet — Burnet Rd

• This is probably the most convenient location to Crestview among the options I found.
• Family/general dentistry for adults and children, with routine cleanings, exams and X-rays.
• They also have extended weekday hours and Saturday availability.
• Lucent Dentistry — Hancock / I-35

• Strong option if you want a highly reviewed family practice without going far from Crestview.
• They see adults and children, offer general and pediatric dentistry, and accept several major insurance plans.

If you're paying completely out of pocket

I'd actually lean toward Choice Austin Dental's savings plan. For example, a family of four would be approximately $974/year under their listed pricing, versus paying separately for two cleanings/exams and X-rays.

Another interesting option is Parmer Lane Family Dentistry: its membership is $41/month per adult and $30/month per child, with two professional cleanings, two exams and routine X-rays included. Parmer Lane Family Dentistry

My pick for your family: Choice Austin Dental if you don't have insurance; Forest Family Dentistry – Burnet if convenience from Crestview is the priority.

If you tell me how many adults/kids are in your family and whether you have dental insurance, I can compare the actual yearly cost of 3–5 nearby dentists and tell you which is cheapest.

• 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.

• Community Care. - Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Lucent Dentistry - 3909 N Interstate Hwy 35 Ste. A1, Austin, TX 78722, United States
• 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
• University of Texas School of Dentristry - 8210 Floyd Curl Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229, United States
• Forest Family Dentistry - Eastside - 31 Navasota St #130, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry - 7703 Floyd Curl Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229
• Midtown Dental Associates - 3000 N Interstate Hwy 35 Suite 650, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• ut san antonio dental school - 3503 Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio, TX 78238, United States
• Dr. Kenneth Schaefer DDS - 1605 Nueces St, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Collazo Caesar R DDS - 811 Barton Springs Rd #740, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street - 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• High Point Dentistry - 2719 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702, United States

If affordability is the priority, especially for restorative work (fillings, crowns, root canals, dentures, etc.), I’d look at a couple of options rather than choosing a typical private dentist solely by reviews.

My top choices near UT

1. Community Care. — East Austin

This is my first place to investigate if your income is limited. CommUnityCare is a safety-net health system, and its dental services include exams, fillings, extractions, dentures and emergency treatment. Income-based assistance may be available. School of Nursing

2. Lucent Dentistry — 3909 N IH-35, close to UT

This is probably the most convenient private-office option near campus on my list. They advertise Medicaid/CHIP and affordable payment options, and offer restorative work including fillings, crowns, bridges and root canals. Lucent Dentistry

3. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry — 2907 Duval St

This is right by UT, and the practice emphasizes restorative dentistry and conservative treatment. I'd call them for a cash/self-pay quote, but I wouldn't assume they're the cheapest option without asking.

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

Also extremely close to UT, with fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures and implants. It's another office I'd consider getting a second opinion/quote from before committing to expensive work.

One option I'd especially investigate

Manos de Cristo Dental Center, at 4911 Harmon Ave., is a low-cost clinic that advertises services including fillings, crowns, root canals, partials and periodontal treatment. Its published information says services are priced at about 30% of market value for qualifying low-income patients. Low Income Dental

That's potentially a much bigger savings than simply finding a dentist who offers financing.

One important point: being on disability doesn't automatically mean you have adult dental coverage. If your disability is through Medicare, Medicare generally isn't the same thing as dental insurance. If you have Medicaid, MAP, Medicare Advantage with dental, or no dental insurance, the best choice can be very different.

If you tell me (1) your age, (2) whether you have Medicaid/Medicare/Medicare Advantage or no dental insurance, and (3) what restorative work you need—e.g. crowns, root canals, fillings, dentures—I can narrow this down to the 2–3 most affordable options near UT and check their current eligibility/coverage information. Texas Health Services

• Swish Dental - Mueller Family - 2604 Aldrich St Ste a, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• River Rock Dental Austin - Mueller - 1801 E 51st St Ste 390, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Dental Smiles - 1201 Barbara Jordan Blvd Ste 1435, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Ideal Dental Mueller - 2201 Airport Blvd Ste 130, Austin, TX 78722, United States
• Forest Family Dentistry - Eastside - 31 Navasota St #130, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• ATX Family Dental - 1700 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Access Dental - 1923 E 7th St #120, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• High Point Dentistry - 2719 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Brushy Creek Dentistry - 15534 Ranch Rd 620 N #300, Austin, TX 78717, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Craft of Dentistry - 7002 Menchaca Rd #100, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Swish Dental - Mueller Alamo - 1911 Aldrich St Ste 135, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Dr. Hong Im - Building D, 1801 E 51st St Ste 390, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Dr. Jordan Jarrett - Building D, 1801 E 51st St, Austin, TX 78723, United States

Yes — I found several Mueller-area dentists that specifically advertise payment options for uninsured patients. The two I’d contact first are:

1. Swish Dental - Mueller Family

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 512-843-7768)

• Address: 2604 Aldrich St, Ste A, Austin, TX 78723
• Phone: (512) 843-7768
• Swish explicitly says that patients without insurance can use low-cost membership plans and payment plans.
• They offer financing through Cherry, HFD, and CareCredit, including some low/no-interest options. Swish Dental
• swishsmiles.com

2. River Rock Dental Austin - Mueller

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 512-669-5147)

• Address: 1801 E 51st St, Ste 390, Austin, TX 78723
• Phone: (512) 669-5147
• This is particularly promising for you because River Rock explicitly says its payment plans are available to uninsured or underinsured patients, with monthly payments available for out-of-pocket treatment.
• They also offer CareCredit and Cherry financing. River Rock Dental Austin
• riverrockdentalfamily.com

3. Dental Smiles

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 512-467-9955)

• Address: 1201 Barbara Jordan Blvd, Ste 1435, Austin, TX 78723
• Phone: (512) 467-9955
• Right in Mueller. They have a dental membership plan for people without dental insurance and financial coordinators who can explain payment options. Dental Smiles Dentistry

4. Ideal Dental Mueller

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 512-598-0153)

• Address: 2201 Airport Blvd, Ste 130, Austin, TX 78722
• Phone: (512) 598-0153
• They offer an in-house membership-style option for uninsured patients and financing through CareCredit and other partners.

My pick: I'd call River Rock first and ask specifically about their uninsured monthly payment plan, because their website directly states that the plan is designed for uninsured/underinsured patients.

When you call, say:

“Hi, I don't have dental insurance. I'm looking for an exam and possibly treatment, and I need a monthly payment plan. Do you offer an in-house payment plan for uninsured patients, and what would I need to qualify?”

Also ask how much the initial exam/X-rays cost, whether there's a self-pay discount or membership plan, and whether the payment plan requires a credit check or deposit.

If you tell me whether you need a cleaning, filling, crown, root canal, extraction, or something else, I can narrow this down to the best 2–3 Mueller dentists for your specific situation and lowest likely upfront cost.

• Swish Dental - Mueller Family - 2604 Aldrich St Ste a, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Ideal Dental Mueller - 2201 Airport Blvd Ste 130, Austin, TX 78722, United States
• River Rock Dental Austin - Mueller - 1801 E 51st St Ste 390, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Dental Smiles - 1201 Barbara Jordan Blvd Ste 1435, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Dr. Thomas Richardson - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• High Point Dentistry - 2719 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Brident Dental & Orthodontics - 6611 U.S. 290 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Tran Thanhvan V DDS - 6611 US-290, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Access Dental - 1923 E 7th St #120, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Swish Dental - Mueller Alamo - 1911 Aldrich St Ste 135, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics - 9511 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Mi Casa Family Dentistry | Austin Family Dentistry - 7517 Cameron Rd #106, Austin, TX 78752, United States
• Aloha Dental - 1614 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States

If you’re in Mueller, Austin and don’t have dental insurance, I’d start by calling offices that specifically advertise financing, payment plans, or uninsured options. These are the ones I’d contact first:

Best options in or near Mueller

1. Swish Dental - Mueller Family

• 📞 (512) 843-7768
• 📍 2604 Aldrich St, Ste A, Austin, TX 78723
• Offers payment plans/financing options and low-cost membership options for patients without insurance. Swish Dental
• Good first call if you want a nearby modern general dentist.
• Ideal Dental Mueller

• 📞 (512) 598-0153
• 📍 2201 Airport Blvd, Ste 130, Austin, TX 78722
• Offers options for uninsured patients, including an in-house dental plan plus financing through options such as CareCredit/HFD. Ideal Dental
• Ask specifically: “What payment plans do you offer if I’m paying out of pocket?”
• River Rock Dental Austin - Mueller

• 📞 (512) 669-5147
• 📍 1801 E 51st St, Ste 390, Austin, TX 78723
• Advertises flexible payment plans for uninsured/underinsured patients and financing options including CareCredit and Cherry. River Rock Dental Austin
• Dental Smiles

• 📞 (512) 467-9955
• 📍 1201 Barbara Jordan Blvd, Ste 1435, Austin, TX 78723
• In Mueller; offers a dental membership plan and works with patients on affordability options. Dental Smiles Dentistry
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine

• 📞 (737) 434-2436
• 📍 1401 Philomena St, Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723
• Mueller-area multi-specialty office that lists membership plans and third-party financing/payment options.

If cost is your biggest concern

You may also want to check:

• Dr. Thomas Richardson — a nonprofit dental clinic in Austin that focuses on lower-cost dental care.
• High Point Dentistry — East Austin office that offers a dental savings plan for uninsured/underinsured patients.

When you call, I’d say:

“I don’t have dental insurance. I need an exam and possibly treatment. Do you offer in-house payment plans, CareCredit, Cherry, or a membership discount plan? Can you give me an estimate before doing any work?”

If you tell me what you need done (cleaning, filling, crown, root canal, extraction, emergency pain, etc.) and your budget per month, I can narrow this down to the best fit.

• Austin Orthodontics: Seth R Briggs DDS - 11743 Jollyville Rd, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Becher Orthodontics - 4464 Frontier Trail, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Kunik Orthodontics Austin - 11821 Rock Rose Ave Ste 140, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Kunik Orthodontics Austin - 830 W 3rd St #1138, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Nantz Orthodontics - 3901 S Lamar Blvd Suite 420 Fourth Floor, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Buckman Orthodontics - 8500 Bluffstone Cove # A104, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Lakeway Orthodontics - 1007 Ranch Rd 620 S #201, Lakeway, TX 78734, United States
• Ortho 360 Orthodontics - 1600 W 38th St #321, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Erin Arnold Orthodontics - 3916 Far W Blvd, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Circle C Orthodontics, Jonathon Kimes, DDS - 5700 W Slaughter Ln #300, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Austin Orthodontic Arts - 5718 Balcones Dr, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Tomblyn Family Orthodontics - 1814 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Wired Orthodontics - Austin Lake Creek - 10119 Lake Creek Pkwy #1, Austin, TX 78729, United States

If your income is irregular, I’d prioritize an orthodontist that offers in-house, interest-free financing and a low down payment, rather than choosing solely by the advertised treatment price.

My Austin shortlist

• Austin Orthodontics: Seth R Briggs DDS — North/Northwest Austin

A particularly good fit if you want braces or clear aligners without committing to Invisalign specifically. They advertise clear aligners at the same fee as braces in most cases, plus an in-house plan with a down payment as low as $500 and monthly payments. Austin Orthodontics Austin Orthodontics
austinorthodontics.com

• Becher Orthodontics — South Austin

Worth getting a quote if you're south of downtown. It's an established orthodontic practice offering braces and clear aligners; I'd specifically ask them for their lowest total-cost treatment and in-house financing options.

• Kunik Orthodontics Austin — Domain / Downtown / Westlake

Strong option for someone with variable cash flow because they advertise 0% in-office financing, down payments generally around $500–$1,500, and monthly payments starting around $150. They offer braces, Invisalign, and hybrid treatment. Kunik Orthodontics

• Limestone Hills Orthodontics — Austin

This is probably the most transparent option to price-shop. They publish starting prices of about $4,000 for metal braces, $4,000 for Angel Aligners, $4,600 for ceramic braces, and $4,700 for Invisalign. Their in-house plan starts at $149.99/month at 0% interest with no credit check; braces require $600 down, while Angel Aligners require $1,000 down. Limestone Hills Orthodontics Limestone Hills Orthodontics
limestonehillsorthodontics.com

• Thousand Smiles Orthodontics — North Austin

Interesting if you only need minor tooth movement/touch-up work. They advertise Ulab clear aligners starting around $899 for appropriate minor cases, versus braces from $4,200 and Angel Aligners from $4,600. They also advertise interest-free payment plans and monthly payments as low as $160. Thousand Smiles Orthodontics
thousandsmilesaustin.com

What I'd do in your situation

I'd get 2–3 free consultations, specifically at Austin Orthodontics, Kunik, and Limestone Hills. Don't just ask "How much is Invisalign?" Ask:

"My income is freelance and varies month to month. What's your lowest-total-cost option between metal braces, your least-expensive clear aligner system, and Invisalign? What is the minimum down payment, is financing 0%, and can payments extend beyond the treatment period?"

That's important because Invisalign isn't necessarily the cheapest clear option. For example, Limestone Hills lists Angel Aligners at $4,000 versus Invisalign at $4,700, while Thousand Smiles advertises a much cheaper ULab option for certain minor cases. Limestone Hills Orthodontics Thousand Smiles Orthodontics

Also, I'd favor in-office orthodontist-supervised aligners over mail-order aligners, particularly if you don't yet know whether your case is simple enough for a limited treatment.

If you tell me roughly where in Austin you live (North, South, East, West, Downtown), your maximum comfortable monthly payment, and whether you need full orthodontic correction or just minor crowding, I can narrow this to the 3 cheapest/most suitable practices for you.

• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Austin City Dental - 1500 W 38th St #37, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• High Point Dentistry - 2719 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• little house dentistry - 2205 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• Groovy Dental - 8701 W Parmer Ln Ste 1124, Austin, TX 78729, United States
• Family Dentistry on Manchaca - 11200 Menchaca Rd Bldg 4, Suite 4, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Lone Star Circle of Care at Stassney - 730 W Stassney Ln Ste 110, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Craft of Dentistry - 7002 Menchaca Rd #100, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• People's Community Clinic - 1101 Camino La Costa, Austin, TX 78752, United States
• Glow Dental Co - Building One, 7717 Southwest Pkwy Unit 150, Austin, TX 78735, United States

Yes. I’d narrow it to two strong options, depending on how important “downtown” and lowest possible cost are.

My picks

• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS — 15 Waller St

• Best for very limited funds. It’s an East Austin community dental clinic, close to downtown, and uninsured adults who meet income guidelines may qualify for reduced/sliding-fee care. Austin PCC
• This would be my first call if affordability is the biggest concern.
• Ask specifically whether you qualify for their sliding-fee scale and tell them when booking that you have significant dental anxiety.
• Austin City Dental — 1500 W 38th St

• Best fit for anxiety, though it's north of downtown rather than downtown proper. The practice emphasizes comfort and communication and offers nitrous oxide for anxious patients.
• It's fee-for-service/out-of-network, so I'd call first for an uninsured cash estimate rather than assuming it's the cheapest.

Another downtown-ish option

Downtown Dental Design specifically gives uninsured patients a 15% discount on preventive and restorative treatment and offers financing. Their website also emphasizes making patients feel comfortable and listened to. Downtown Dental Design Downtown Dental Design

If you can travel a little farther, People's Community Clinic is also worth checking: it currently offers dental services to uninsured patients and a sliding fee scale based on income and household size. Austin PCC

What I'd say when calling: “I'm uninsured and have pretty severe dental anxiety. I'm looking for a gentle dentist who won't rush me. What's the lowest-cost option for an exam and X-rays, and do you offer sliding-scale pricing or anxiety accommodations?”

If you tell me roughly how far from downtown you're willing to travel (e.g. 2, 5, or 10 miles) and whether you need just an exam/cleaning or actual dental work, I can narrow this to the 3 cheapest anxiety-friendly options and compare their current prices.

• Carousel Pediatrics-Springdale - 7112 Ed Bluestein Blvd #100, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Central Park Pediatric Dentistry - 1005 W 38th St #200, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Lucent Dentistry - 3909 N Interstate Hwy 35 Ste. A1, Austin, TX 78722, United States
• Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry - 3607 Manor Rd #103, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Slater Stephanie G - 7112 Ed Bluestein Blvd #100, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Tiny Texans Pediatric Dentistry - 11200 Menchaca Rd Bldg 4 Ste 1, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Kidz Dental - 500 W William Cannon Dr #516, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Westlake Pediatric Dentistry - 5656 Bee Caves Rd Ste B104, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics - 1900 Aldrich St Ste 160, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Mr. James Lloyd - 7112 Ed Bluestein Blvd #100, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Austin Pediatric Dentistry, PLLC - 6618 Sitio Del Rio Blvd Ste b102, Austin, TX 78730, United States
• Dentalsaurus - 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 507, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Holdaway Craig T DDS - 7112 Ed Bluestein Blvd # 10, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Green Apple Pediatric Dentistry - Austin Laser Frenectomy - 11601 US-290 B105, Austin, TX 78737, United States

If you’re looking around the UT Austin campus, I’d start with these options:

• Best low-cost option: Carousel Pediatrics-Springdale — 7112 Ed Bluestein Blvd. It has pediatric dental care, accepts Medicaid/CHIP and MAP/MAP Basic, and offers a sliding-fee scale based on income. That makes it especially worth calling if cost is the main concern. Texas Health Services
• Closest strong option to UT: Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — 1005 W 38th St. It’s very close to campus and provides pediatric exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants. I would call first to ask specifically about Medicaid/CHIP or self-pay pricing.
• Convenient near the UT/Hyde Park area: Lucent Dentistry — 3909 N I-35, Suite A1. Their pediatric services include fluoride, and they explicitly advertise accepting Medicaid and CHIP. Lucent Dentistry
• Another nearby pediatric-only practice: Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry — 3607 Manor Rd. They offer routine pediatric care, cleanings, sealants, and fluoride treatments.

If your child has Medicaid or CHIP

I'd call Carousel Pediatrics first, then Lucent. Texas Medicaid/CHIP covers children's preventive dental services, including fluoride treatments, although the exact coverage depends on the child's dental plan. Insure Kids Now Texas Health and Human Services

When you call, say:

“I'm a single parent and I'm looking for the lowest-cost pediatric dental visit for my child, including a cleaning and fluoride treatment. Do you accept my child's Medicaid/CHIP dental plan, and what would my out-of-pocket cost be?”

If you tell me your child's age, whether they have Medicaid/CHIP or no insurance, and roughly how far you're willing to travel from UT, I can narrow this to the 2–3 cheapest choices and give you their phone numbers and locations.

• 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.