Convenient Access from Garfield
From the Garfield Library on Albert Brown Dr, most families pull up at Super Kids Austin about 13 minutes later. We are a children-only practice on E Riverside Dr in Southeast Austin, and parents choosing a pediatric dentist near Garfield get two board-certified pediatric dentists, a superhero-themed office and a team that sees babies through teens. The drive is almost entirely one road, which makes it easy to plan around school pickup.
Leave the Garfield Library, follow Albert Brown Dr out to SH 71 and turn west. Keep to the regular lanes on the Bastrop Hwy as you pass the SH 130 interchange, FM 973 and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. SH 71 then becomes E Ben White Blvd, where you exit for E Riverside Dr and finish on Thrasher Ln at 6707 E Riverside Dr #201, Austin, TX 78741.
Count on roughly 9.6 miles, with our Google Maps pin ready for the last few turns. An optional toll lane runs beside SH 71 for a few miles, but the free lanes are still there and get you in just as fast. Neighbors in Del Valle and Hornsby Bend come in along nearby roads.
Why Garfield Parents Choose a Practice Just for Kids
Garfield is an unincorporated community in eastern Travis County, strung along SH 71 about twelve miles southeast of the city. The library and most mailing addresses here read Del Valle, TX 78617, and children attend Del Valle ISD schools. Depending on the street, elementary students go to Del Valle Elementary or Hornsby-Dunlap Elementary, then on to Dailey or Del Valle Middle and Del Valle High.
That spread of campuses means many Garfield households have kids on different bell schedules. A dental office that only treats children can see a toddler, a fourth grader and a teenager under one roof, with dentists who know how each age thinks and feels. Nobody has to wait in a room full of adult patients, and nobody gets talked down to.
Teenagers are part of that picture. Our care runs from infancy through the teen years, so a Garfield student heading into Del Valle High does not need to switch offices just because they have grown taller than their parents. Teens get the same cleanings, sealant checks and frank conversations about snacks, sports drinks and mouthguards, delivered with a little more independence.
The office itself helps. Kids walk into a bright superhero theme with toys, balloons and prizes, and the open hygiene room has cartoons on while a caregiver sits right beside the chair. You can read about the space, including the baby room for first checkups, on our office page before your first visit.
Making Room for Dental Visits in a Garfield School Week
A highway drive this short is easy, but it still has to fit between the last bell and dinner. Our Tuesday and Thursday hours run from 9:00 AM until 6:00 PM, which leaves room for an after-school checkup without pulling a child out of class. On Monday, Wednesday and Friday we open at 8:00 AM and close at 5:00 PM, a good fit for younger children who are not in school yet.
Families with two or three kids often save a trip by asking for appointments that sit side by side. One parent can handle the whole crew in a single afternoon, and siblings tend to relax when they watch a brother or sister go first. Our front desk will look for times that line up when you call.
Regular checkups matter even more when the drive takes planning. Small cavities caught early stay small and quick to fix, while a missed problem can turn into an urgent visit at the worst possible time. We coach brushing and flossing at every checkup so habits keep improving between visits.
Baby teeth deserve that same attention, even though they eventually fall out. They help children chew comfortably, speak clearly and hold space for the adult teeth coming in behind them. Losing one too early to decay can leave the adult tooth without its guide, which is one more reason Garfield parents keep checkups going from the very first tooth.
Toddlers deserve a spot on the calendar too. The first visit belongs within six months of the first tooth or by the first birthday, and it is mostly a gentle look, a few questions and practical tips for bottles, sippy cups and teething.
Services From Your Pediatric Dentist Near Garfield
Preventative Care
Cleanings, exams and digital x-rays that use minimal radiation form the backbone of every child's care. We add fluoride treatment, sealants on molars and premolars, and simple nutrition guidance that works in a busy Garfield household.
Infant Oral Care
Babies get a gentle exam and parents get clear steps for wiping gums with a soft, damp cloth and using a tiny smear of toothpaste once the first tooth appears. We also talk through bottle and pacifier habits that lead to early decay.
An Overview Of Dental Sedation
Sedation ranges from minimal to moderate to deep, and it helps children with significant anxiety, trouble sitting still or a lot of work to finish. Our dentists explain which level, if any, makes sense for your child.
Emergency Dentistry
When a toothache flares or a tooth breaks, call right away and we will schedule an emergency visit. Abscesses, fractures and knocked-out teeth all get prompt attention from dentists who treat children every day.
Want the full list? Our services overview walks through everything we offer, from first checkups to sedation options, so you can plan ahead.
Meet Your Child's Pediatric Dentists
Dr. Asha Patel opened Super Kids Austin in 2018 and has been recognized with the Opencare Patients Choice Award. Dr. Roberto Loar earned his dental degree at UTHSCSA, practiced five years as a general dentist, then returned for a pediatric dentistry residency in Laredo. Today both are board-certified pediatric dentists.
Insurance & Financing
We welcome Medicaid and CHIP, and we are in network with many private PPOs, including Aetna, Guardian and United Concordia. Families without coverage can choose flexible payment plans or Cherry financing, which splits costs into monthly payments, often with zero interest options. New patients without insurance can also start with our $79 cleaning, exam and x-ray, offered in the absence of periodontal disease.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Super Kids Austin from Garfield, and how do I get there?
We are about 9.6 miles from the Garfield Library, typically a 13-minute drive. Head west on SH 71 past SH 130 and the airport, continue onto E Ben White Blvd, then exit to E Riverside Dr and turn onto Thrasher Ln. Families searching for a pediatric dentist near Garfield can stay in the free SH 71 lanes the whole way.
Can I schedule my children's cleanings back to back?
Yes, you can request appointments that sit next to each other for siblings. Let the front desk know how many children need visits and their ages, and they will look for times that line up. Many parents find that a younger child relaxes after watching an older brother or sister go first in the open hygiene room.
Is there a book that can help my child get ready for the dentist?
Yes, Dr. Loar wrote a children's book called Sugar Bugs that explains why healthy teeth matter in a way young kids enjoy. Reading it together before a visit gives your child words for what will happen. Role-playing a checkup at home, with a stuffed animal as the patient, helps too, and so does plenty of praise afterward.
What does it mean to have a dental home for my child?
A dental home is one office that sees your child regularly from the early years onward and knows their history. Starting early lets our dentists spot problems sooner, track how teeth and jaws are growing, and give advice that fits your child. It also means you always know who to call when something goes wrong.
Which PPO dental plans are you in network with?
We are in network with many PPOs, including Aetna, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, MetLife and United Concordia. Plans change from year to year, so our team verifies benefits before the visit using the policyholder's name and date of birth. A short call before booking confirms whether your specific plan is covered.
Schedule Your Visit from Garfield
Super Kids Austin is a short run up SH 71, and we would love to be the pediatric dentist near Garfield your family relies on for years. Call (737) 373-2993 and our front desk will find a time that works around school and work.
Curious which other communities we welcome? Visit our areas we serve list, or read about the practice behind it on the Pediatric Dentist Austin, TX home page.