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    The Local Dentist

    4.2 (10 reviews)
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    Cavity treatment

    Dental exams

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    Tooth filling replacement or repair

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    Fit me in same day after I chipped a tooth and couldn't have been friendlier and more comfortable experience.

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    Great location downtown! The office was nice and clean with a comfortable ambiance. Dr. Trent Smith and his team did an amazing job.

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    Necker Dan, DDS

    5.0(5 reviews)
    0.8 miEast Austin

    If you've ever been to a bad dentist you can appreciate how great it feels to find a good one. I've…read morebeen to dentists who tried to sell me pricey whitening treatments and who would find multiple cavities to fill that were not there before. Do I really have cavities or do you just want me to pay for a filling? I'm not saying dentists should run non-profit businesses, but they also shouldn't be running a scam either. Rest assured Dr Necker and his staff have a great office that will make you feel comfortable and will keep your teeth nice and healthy! I made my first appointment for an exam and cleaning with Dr. Necker and I am so happy I can cross "finding a dentist in Austin" off my list. I actually enjoyed my visit at this dentist office. Dr. Necker is the NICEST man ever. He reminded me to wear my retainer and to floss more, but in the nicest way possible. All of his staff were incredibly friendly as well. The hygienist explained everything before she worked on my mouth, which made me feel very comfortable during the appointment. One other plus for me is the convenient location to my place in East Austin. It's near the HEB on 7th street and there is plenty of parking. if you're looking for a dentist or are unhappy with your current one I would highly recommend Dr. Necker and Central Family Dental Center.

    I finally found my dentist. I have only been to one other dentist my whole life and never really…read moreknew how it could be different. He's the nicest guy. He's sincere. He works with you. I will be coming here until I move from the Austin area. Don't let the area or the surrounding people/business color your opinion of this place cuz it's not like that inside.

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    BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics- Riverside

    3.6(108 reviews)
    1.0 miOltorf/East Riverside

    This review is long because it reflects many months of treatment and ongoing consequences. I took…read moretime to write it because I genuinely wanted to believe this practice was competent and cared about its patients. Unfortunately, my experience showed the opposite. When I first came in, my teeth were not in good shape. I had not been to the dentist in years and knew I would need significant work, including fillings, a crown, and likely a root canal. Because of this, I specifically asked to be seen by an experienced dentist. Instead, I was scheduled with Dr. Biggs, who according to the practice's own website had graduated only nine months earlier. The work she performed caused lasting damage. Nearly a year ago, I received two fillings on my upper left teeth. To this day, I cannot chew on that side due to severe pain. For months, the only solution offered was repeated bite adjustments, filing the fillings down multiple times with no meaningful investigation into the cause of the pain. After seeking multiple second opinions and transferring my full dental records, including before and after imaging, I was told by other dentists that the fillings were not done properly and likely caused nerve damage. This assessment was consistent across providers and aligned with the ongoing pain I have experienced since those fillings were placed. During a later visit for a cleaning on the lower half of my jaw, the hygienist was unavailable and Dr. Biggs performed the cleaning herself. During that appointment, she broke my permanent retainer. I felt it happen immediately and she was visibly startled. The dental assistant in the room, Ana, attempted to dismiss it and insisted it had already been broken, which was not true. She continued to tell me that permanent retainers are meant to break, which is false, and tried to deflect the situation with jokes despite how uncomfortable I clearly was. To Dr. Biggs' credit, she did take accountability in the moment. She temporarily sealed the retainer and personally walked me to the front desk, stating it needed to be fixed. However, there was no follow up, no resolution, and I later learned the practice does not even provide that service. It became clear the situation was being minimized rather than addressed. I continued treatment but requested a different dentist and was seen by Dr. Blythe. While she was kind and clearly more experienced, she was dismissive of the pain I repeatedly reported from the earlier fillings. During my crown preparation, she discovered I needed a root canal. That crown preparation left me severely swollen, bruised, and bleeding for three days. I was sent home without pain medication or antibiotics and was only prescribed medication after calling back to explain how much pain I was in. During these appointments, the same dental assistant was extremely rough, repeatedly pushing the suction tube against my jaw and inner cheek. This behavior was again brushed off as normal. The endodontist this practice referred me to was alarmed by the condition of my jaw. She was shocked that I had not been prescribed antibiotics or adequate pain management and told me that was not normal. Because of the swelling and inflammation, anesthesia did not work and the root canal had to be postponed. She prescribed antibiotics immediately. At that point, I was in constant pain, missing work, and emotionally exhausted. I sought another endodontist recommended by a friend, who reviewed my records and again confirmed that what I experienced was not normal or acceptable care. Despite this, I had no choice but to return to the original practice because the crown preparation was already done and insurance would not cover starting over elsewhere. When I relayed what the specialists had said, it was minimized once again. The crown I currently have remains painful and requires further evaluation. Afterward, I received repeated calls reminding me to complete additional work and warning me not to miss out on insurance benefits. Each time I explained why I would not be returning. Each time I was told the office manager would follow up. That never happened. The priority was clearly revenue, not accountability or patient safety. Eventually, I was offered a removable night retainer instead of a permanent replacement. By that point, after months of pain and stress, I was done. I have since obtained multiple independent opinions, all of which confirmed that what I experienced was not appropriate care. I spent significant money only to be left in pain and forced to redo work that should have been done correctly the first time. These high volume clinics prioritize profit over patients. If you value quality, accountability, and long term health, go elsewhere. I wish someone had warned me.

    I would not recommend this dental office because the staff is super unfriendly and they have no…read moreidea what they are doing. My cleaning was great but the doctor was rude and the front office seemed to be totally incompetent. Please go ANYWHERE else but here.

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    Airport Dental Care

    Airport Dental Care

    4.7(91 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    Years ago this article confirmed my suspicion of dentists and validated some of the experiences I'd…read morehad with them: https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2019/05/the-trouble-with-dentistry/586039/ I tried multiple practices in town and had fillings recommend to me every visit I had. I'd go to a different practice for a second opinion and have fillings recommended to me too - but of different teeth from what the first practice recommended! Extractions, gum work, all kinds of additional procedures were suggested to me with the underlying threat that if I ignored their advice, I was neglecting my health. Enter Dr. LaBombard and Airport Dental. In 5 years he's only once told me I've needed a filling, and I have had zero issues with pain or infections so I don't think he is undertreating me. My wife, who takes meticulous care of her teeth, also used to regularly have fillings recommended at other practices. At Airport Dental she's had no such issues. The office is clean, quiet, and well-lit but it does not have the spa appearance (or location) of other offices in town. But I'd suggest you ask yourself where those fancy offices are getting their money from. The hygienists are all great too and everyone in the office seems to get along. I've had multiple hygienists work on my chronically tea-stained teeth and they've all been great but Dillon has deft hands and the patience of a saint. Ethical, kind, straightforward are probably the 3 adjectives that best describe this practice. If Dr. LaBombard and co. ever move or close down I will probably give up on dentists.

    Great staff. Been there for 3 cleanings and xrays. Dr. LaBombard is knowledgable and comes in at…read morethe end of the cleaning for any follow up questions.

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    ATX Family Dental - Our new lobby area

    ATX Family Dental

    4.8(212 reviews)
    2.1 miBouldin Creek, So-Fi (S. 1st St. District), 78704 (South Austin)

    I absolutely loved my visit. The dental assistant that was in the room with me first was so caring…read moreand thorough with conversation and explaining things to me (and she asked if I wanted to know or if I wanted to sit back and relax, just watch Netflix w headphones). The dentist was great and quickly added to the conversation, letting me know what he saw in my X-rays. He didn't push me to do anything but gave me much info on where I lm at and what to keep an eye on, etc My greatest dentist experience

    If we're being real...nobody likes going to the dentist. But ATX Family Dental completely changed…read morethe experience for me. First off, the space is chic, modern, and actually feels intentional. Not sterile and cold , but stylish and welcoming. The waiting room is super cute and thoughtfully designed, which already makes you feel more relaxed walking in. Every treatment room has a TV on the ceiling (because seriously... why do dentists put them on the wall where you can't even see them while laying back?). And yes, they give you the remote. Full control. As they should. They also give you these cool heart-eye sunglasses while they work on you, which is such a small but fun touch that makes everything feel less clinical and more comfortable. Beyond the aesthetics though, the environment felt inclusive and diverse. I felt safe in more ways than one, and that matters. A lot. ‍ If you're in Austin and have been putting off a dentist visit, this might be the place that changes your mind.

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