Work Done: Bioclear (Removing "Black Triangles" between teeth) End Result: Flawless (I did the happy cry in my car afterwards) Before I had gone to Austin Artistic Dental, I had braces for 4 years in middle school to high school and had my teeth moved significantly in order to make them straight, worked out really well. What I did not know was that when your teeth have to be adjusted to that extent, SOMETIMES you get gum recession down the line. Unfortunately I had gum recession to the point I had big black triangles between my front set of teeth. I didn't want to smile to my fullest anymore and trained my upper lip to press against my teeth when I smiled, always holding back. I'm an EXTREMELY social person and in college, I'm on that Great Gatsby life right now. I eventually got the courage to ask lots of dentists in San Antonio where I live near. I spoke with four dentists that claimed to be specialists in cosmetic dentistry and all of them told me I had to speak to another dentist (obviously their friends) or tried to up-sell me with extravagantly priced gum grafting/full teeth removal that wouldn't of solved my issue, but completely ignoring my concerns and just trying to squeeze money out of me in my desperate state, similar to a car salesman. "There's no other way to fix this." They said... On the brink of giving up and conceding with my black triangle issue I googled vigorously late at night and came across a method called "Bioclear" which was offered in Los Angles. I checked if anyone in Texas offered this service and lo and behold Dr. Hulse was masterfully trained in the technique. A 2 hour car drive is well worth the results I gained from his services. I've now made Austin Artistic Dental my primary dental care provider. The staff are amazing and treated me like life-long friends that you just saw yesterday upon my first visit. Dr. Hulse talked to me like a close friend that cared and didn't try to up-sell me or take advantage of me in my desperate state. I was still skeptical at the time but he reassured me and showed me TONS of before and after photos of his past patients that also had my issue. Their office is clean and has high grade equipment and creature comforts from complimentary toothbrushes all the way to wall/ceiling mounted TVs you can watch anything on Netflix while you get work done. My treatment took 3 hours to complete and I felt like he put his life and soul into his work on my teeth when he was operating. Just so you know the needles he uses to inject the numbing agent into your gums are designed to vibrate so it doesn't hurt when he does it! After my treatment was complete I climbed back into my car and set off to head back to my little town for the 2 hour drive. That's when it hit me... I was at a stop sign in the parking lot and checked my teeth in the mirror. They were perfect, natural looking and beautiful and I finally understood that I get to have this amazing smile and confidence back that I used to have. I wasn't a prisoner of my smile anymore and I get to take my new smile back home (and get to talk to a cute girl at school with 100% confidence now). I cried for 30 minutes on the way home in my car because I was so overjoyed with the results. Dr. Hulse personally called me to check on me and make sure I was happy and even gave me his personal cellphone number in case I have any major concerns. Everyone was so polite to me and they all understood that I lived so far away that they were okay with me staying longer so I could make sure there wasn't anything that needed adjusting before I started my long trip back home. Very considerate, all of them. When you're treated like a friend after many other dentists treat you like a walking sack of money, it's hard not to recommend Austin Artistic Dental with all my heart and soul. Bonus: One of the staff members I never met were walking out to lunch while I was in the waiting room and stopped at the door and looked at me and smiled "Eric, right? Nice to see you." then waved goodbye. I was floored that she knew my name. I cried again writing this review. My goodness, please give them a call and set an appointment, they are not just great people, they are masters of dentistry. read more

If you are having a Treat Yo Self kind of day, head to Austin Artistic Dental! I know it may sound totally weird, but I promise you will feel pampered from the moment you walk in the door. A wide array of beverages, plush chairs, and friendly staff are there to greet you when you first walk in. When it is time for your appointment, you are lead into a room with not one, but two TVs so that you can keep watching your latest Netflix binge (or movie, or almost anything you could possibly dream of watching. They don't mess around with their subscription game) while you are laid back for teeth cleaning. Truly a magical experience; plus, no interruption in your show as your eyes easily make the transition from looking at the screen on the wall to the one on the ceiling. With noise cancelling headphones and a warm neck pillow, you may forget you are even at the dentist (like I have in this review). So, back to the actual dental experience. I have no doubt that my oral health is in great hands when I come here. I was recently taken on as a new patient and have had a couple of visits since then that were all 5 star experiences. They are extremely thorough in their new patient exam and are wonderful at explaining everything they are doing and what all the results mean. I unfortunately have also gotten to experience the thrill of getting cavities filled here, and I must say it was better than any previous experience. When administering the numbing shot, they have a small vibrating gadget they press to your cheek so that your brain is distracted and you feel no pain at all! Seriously, I only felt my cheek vibrate. Worried about what your tongue is doing while all the tools and instruments are being moved around? Worry no more because they have a spectacular piece of technology that holds your tongue down and suctions all the spit and water flying around simultaneously so that you have nothing to think about but watching your shows. The regular checkups are easy to schedule, reminder emails and texts are sent to you, and your mouth feels great after the visit as well. I have to say, the all around experience of high quality dental care, superior staff, and the detailed attention to making sure you are comfortable is what is keeping me coming back. read more

Rude and unprofessional staff, dental experiences are unpleasant enough and this office piles it on with their treatment of customers I saw the previous reviews and complaints but decided that everyone has those from time to time. I see they were completely warranted. I had to reschedule an appointment a week ago. I told the Office Manager I was only available on Fridays. She told me she could get me in the following week. I said great and stopped paying attention. Apparently it was scheduled for Monday (they aren't usually open on Mondays.) I found out when I received a text message at 6:40am Monday morning for an 8am appointment. I did not receive any written confirmation prior to that text. I called and left a message asking for clarification. The office manager called back and immediately launched into very strong language that I agreed to the appointment, that she had no blame and that I had to pay $45/hr for the cancellation. I understand and respect the need for efficiency in running a business. I owned my part in the communication breakdown. The office manager took zero responsibility for her part, leading with blame and anger. My history of appointments only has Fridays listed and I'm just as certain I told her my availability. I won't take responsibility for her part. I offered to split the difference for the cancellation fee. The money didn't bother me. It was the hostility and anger that I didn't need in my day. I wasn't unprofessional, but I could tell she was coming from a place of fear. I suspect that's a part of the environment created in the office and I hold leadership ultimately responsible for that. Lastly, when I called to cancel the rest of my appointments. I was cut off with "Wonderful, we're so happy to hear that!" It was a different person, but the exact same treatment. For what it's worth, I'm an avid meditator and don't raise my voice or get angry during conflict. The lack of emotional maturity created an unpleasant situation that never needed to exist. I'm sure Dr Hulse is a great dentist, but it's not worth the unpleasantness to get that far with his practice. read more

Came to Yelp to leave a review only to see that I already had nearly 7 years ago! By far the longest medical relationship I've had. The TV's on the ceiling are still a great touch. It really does help you pass the time and if you are up for it, you can put on something you know is going to crack you up for the added challenge of trying not to laugh while having work done. The reception area staff is always warm and friendly and it's really nice to walk into a place and be instantly checked in because the staff recognizes you. The waiting area itself is super comfortable, you can play some classic NES if you like or plop down and watch TV. The appointments always start when scheduled, so how long you get to enjoy the waiting area depends on how early you show up. The dental hygienists do an excellent job of communicating what is going on and what to expect while doing their thing. Along with the standard-fare I come in for periodontal maintenance and while it's a bit more intensive, the dentists are skilled and it's rarely uncomfortable for more than a second. Not too long ago I started my Invisalign plan with Austin Artistic to fix a tooth that my brother once described as looking like "it was going up for a fade away jumper". Dr Hulse did a great job of building out a plan, setting expectations and adjusting that plan based on how things were progressing. I may have initally wanted invisalign for vanity (nothing wrong with that) but it's really incredible being able to A) Floss without having to use brute force to get between teeth. B) have way more of my teeth meet when I close my mouth. Since I stuck with the directions Dr. Hulse gave me we were able to speed up the Invisalign plan and now I am moments from just using the retainers. Really happy that I had gone through the process and it is really really nice to smile and not feel self conscious about it. I've been to a handful of dentists offices since I was a teen and none of them hold a candle. (As an added bonus, there's a really good Pho place right next door.) read more

This is a very modern, excellent Dentist! Dr. Hulse has great "chair-side manner" and takes the time to explain any work he thinks you should have done and discuss it with you in detail. While he's working he describes exactly what he's doing. He uses the latest techniques and his staff is very helpful as well. If you have insurance the front office staff will work very closely with you and your insurance company so you'll know exactly what is covered and for how much. I wanted to replace my old, cracked, silver fillings from the '70s with new fillings (on Dr. Hulse's recommendation) and after my usual cleaning his staff had already contacted my insurance company and had a detailed cost ready for my review. Other Dentist's offices would just give me an estimate and tell me that they'll just "see what they'll pay and we'll bill you for any difference." The office has all the latest gadgets including iPads to fill out your information rather than paper forms so you don't have to worry about your messy handwriting. No more filling out the same dumb forms every year as your yearly update is also performed on the iPad with simple check boxes to verify unchanged info. Pick your own movies and music for the wall and ceiling-mounted TVs and use the noise-canceling headphones while they work. Also, after having been to other dentists and using my dental insurance for my many years, Dr. Hulse's Austin Artistic Dental is the very first time I have ever had the Dentist's office mail me a refund check when the difference between what I paid for my co-pay and what my insurance company paid was more than the bill! It turned out to be a nice Christmas surprise to receive a $150 refund check from Dr. Hulse, even after his staff had verified the costs with my insurance company prior to doing the work. read more

For years I had been unhappy with my teeth... Growing up things weren't bad...but once I hit my late teens and entered into adulthood my front teeth were becoming very crooked and even overlapping. Worse than how they looked is how they felt....My tongue was having to rub against a tangled mess. I couldn't imagine getting braces and Invisalign seemed like a huge commitment...Especially because I'm away from home for large portions of the year. I turned thirty in 2020 and decided to do a late night google search to see if there was any other way to straighten my teeth....and by some miracle I found an article that talked about the Inman Aligner, A device that could straighten my top 4 (or bottom 4) teeth in a matter of weeks!! I became very excited at the prospect of having a better smile and searched to see if there was a dentist in the area that worked with the device...It turns out that there are very few dentists in Texas that work with the Inman Aligner (Used more in Europe it seems) Thankfully though I found Dr Hulse at Austin Artistic Dental and went to see him for a consultation....Which lead to me getting started on my Inman Aligner journey! In total it took 8 weeks, a little grinding, and the magical springs of the Inman Aligner to transform my once crooked teeth into something I was proud of...A smile that looked good and felt even better! Throughout the entire process everyone in the office was kind, courteous, and supportive of my individual goal! Equally important was the feeling of comfort I received from the wonderful Tabitha and the knowledgeable Dr Hulse! Overall I'm extremely satisfied with every aspect of Austin Artistic Dental...They made a huge impact in my life and I can't recommend them enough! read more

I know for a lot of people going to the dentist can be very an unpleasant experience. From the noises, pain, and how time consuming it can be. The ladies at the front, Shannon and Rachel, were very helpful when I did not know how to call my dental insurance. Holly was my dental hygienist and made me feel comfortable in this new office. Not to mention she is hilarious and easy to talk to. I have been going to the same dentist since I was 7. When I moved to Austin 2 years ago I was in search for a new one. I had an unpleasant experience at a dentist office down the street and knew I was on the search again. With the help of Yelp I discovered this awesome team. You are able to listen to music or watch Netflix during your cleaning. Unfortunately, after my cleaning, Dr. Hulse told me I would need to get a couple of fillings. I came back a couple of days later and was greeted by Shannon and Rachel once more. Chris was my dental assistant and he made sure I understood how the procedure would work. These guys think of everything! They had chapstick ready when my lips felt dry. I had a blanket when I got cold. Dr. Hulse explained that I may feel like I can't breathe during the procedure but I definitely can. I may think something is stuck in my throat but nothing is there. He told me to close my eyes when the needle came out. I had my eyes closed and headphones to cover the noise of the drill. He told me to take a deep breath before the needle was injected. I kid you not, this was the first time I never felt any pain during this procedure. I would recommend this office any day. Thanks Dr. Hulse and team! read more

When searching reviews for a business and see all five stars I am somewhat skeptical. However, in the case of Austin Artistic Dental and Dr. Hulse they are warranted. Early in my professional life I consulted with dentists in their practice operations. Dr. Hulse's office is the best that I have seen. The staff is courteous and friendly, the facilities are top notch and the overall environment is warm and comfortable. In my initial consult with Dr. Hulse he thoroughly explained what needed to be done and the reasons for doing it. Amanda worked with me in scheduling my treatment and handling the financial aspect. On my second visit, a Friday, I was quickly ushered back to one of the top notch operatories and made comfortable. Once again everything that was going to be done was fully explained. During the procedure (ten teeth removed) Dr. Hulse asked me several times if I was doing okay. He was very reassuring. He even sang along with the sound track from the movie I was watching. From beginning to end I never felt any discomfort. Following the procedure Dr. Hulse sat down and explained what I needed to do over the next several days and what I might expect. On Saturday morning following my visit he called to see how I was doing. I've NEVER had a doctor do that. In summation, if you are looking for a caring, talented dentist with the best tools available then you need to see Dr. Hulse and Austin Artistic Dental. You will be glad that you did. read more

This place is one of the best discoveries I've made in years. After I got braces (15 years ago), I lost my retainer so many times, that I finally gave up and my front teeth started to get crooked again. It would've cost thousands of dollars and years to fix them again, but I found this place. They offer an amazing device, called an Inman Aligner that can get your front 4 teeth straight again in just a couple of months! Once I finish the straightening process I'm also going to fix a small chip with a composite material. Basically perfecting my smile again for a fraction of the cost and time! Dr. Hulse is very honest and clear. He's not pushy and it doesn't seem like he's just trying to make a fast buck on your mouth. Everyone who works here is super nice, and they have a TV above your head (you hold the remote) where you can watch movies or television to distract yourself while they work on you. There are multiple other excellent things about this office, like complimentary toothbrushes, toothpaste and floss in the bathroom and all sorts of comfort devices to help you while they work on you. They are just very solicitous and gentle and cheerful. Great appt reminders. Calvin & Hobbes in the waiting room. What's not to love? I distrust doctors in general, and dentists in particular. But, would never go to any other dentist after having found this one. read more