Convenient Access from Manor
Manor's master-planned neighborhoods, from ShadowGlen to Wildhorse Creek, sit a short drive from the older downtown, and families in both need a dental home for their kids. Parents searching for a pediatric dentist in Manor, TX often land on Super Kids Austin, a children-only practice in Southeast Austin about 26 minutes away on toll-free roads. Our two board-certified pediatric dentists care for babies, school-age kids and teens, and the first visit can start as soon as that first tooth shows up.
From Jennie Lane Park downtown, take E Townes St to Loop 212 (N Lexington St) and pick up FM 973 heading south. FM 973 carries you across US 290 and FM 969 and down the east side of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport until it meets SH 71. Turn west on SH 71 in the regular lanes, continue onto E Ben White Blvd, then exit to E Riverside Dr and turn onto Thrasher Ln.
That 16.2-mile drive ends at 6707 E Riverside Dr #201, Austin, TX 78741, and our Google Maps page can guide the final blocks. If you prefer US 290 and US 183, free general-purpose lanes run beside both toll roads. Families in Hornsby Bend and Pflugerville make similar trips from the north and east.
Growing Neighborhoods, Growing Smiles in Manor
Manor is a city on US 290 in Travis County, about twelve miles northeast of the capital, and most of its children attend Manor ISD schools. A small part of the city falls in Elgin ISD instead. Founder James B. Manor settled along Gilleland Creek, and the downtown streets around Jennie Lane Park still feel like a small town.
That park is where many Manor kids burn off energy, between the covered playground, the gazebo and the lion drinking fountain made for kids. Weekends often move out to East Metro Park near Manor, with its playgrounds, youth baseball and soccer fields, stocked fishing ponds and a seasonal pool run by the Greater Austin YMCA from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Kids who play that hard need teeth that are strong, comfortable and protected.
Ball fields bring fast pitches, stray elbows and collisions in front of the goal. A sports mouthguard is the simplest defense, and our dentists recommend one for every child in a ball or contact sport. If a tooth does get hit, a quick call lets us see your child before a small crack becomes a bigger problem, and the fishing ponds and playgrounds can wait for another day.
Super Kids Austin was designed around children like these. The superhero theme, toys and prizes make the office feel fun, and the open hygiene room lets kids watch cartoons while a parent stays close. A dedicated baby room gives infants and toddlers a quiet start, and it doubles as a lactation room for nursing parents.
Baby Teeth Basics for New Manor Parents
The first dental visit should happen within six months of the first tooth or by the first birthday, whichever comes first. It is short and gentle, usually a quick look at the gums and teeth while your baby sits on your lap. Most of the time goes to answering your questions about teething, bottles, pacifiers and sippy cups.
Early childhood decay starts quietly. Milk or juice that sits on teeth during naps and overnight feeds the bacteria that cause cavities, sometimes before parents notice anything at all. Wiping the gums with a soft, damp cloth and switching to a tiny smear of toothpaste once teeth appear are simple habits that make a real difference.
We also watch for thrush, tongue-tie and teething discomfort during infant exams, and talk through what we see. For busy families juggling work and daycare, a single relaxed visit often clears up weeks of questions. When your toddler grows into a preschooler, brushing and flossing coaching continues at every checkup.
The drive is easiest on Monday, Wednesday or Friday mornings, when the office opens at 8:00 AM, or on Tuesday and Thursday, when appointments run until 6:00 PM. Rush hour adds time on any route from Manor, so leaving a few minutes early keeps naps and feedings on track.
Kids' Dental Services for Families Seeking a Pediatric Dentist in Manor, TX
Infant Oral Care
First checkups, gum cleaning tips and guidance on bottles and pacifiers help babies avoid early decay. It is the right place to start for any family with a little one under age two.
Preventative Care
Once teeth fill in, regular cleanings, exams and digital x-rays keep watch. Fluoride treatment and sealants on molars and premolars protect growing smiles through elementary school and beyond.
Types Of Dental Sedation
Toddlers who need a lot of work rarely sit still for long, so the right level of sedation matters. Laughing gas suits mild nerves, oral medication goes a step further, and IV sedation with constant monitoring is kept for extensive treatment or special needs. When general anesthesia is the right call, it happens in a hospital with an anesthesiologist.
Emergency Dentistry
A tumble on the playground or a hit at ball practice can loosen or break a tooth. Call right away and we will schedule an emergency visit, and keep a knocked-out adult tooth in milk on the way.
Managing Dental Anxiety & More
Starting early and staying positive go a long way with nervous toddlers. Role-play at home, a favorite toy and praise afterward help, and we tailor a plan for children who need extra support.
Browse our complete list of services to see how care changes as your child grows from infant to teen.
Meet Your Child's Pediatric Dentists
Dr. Asha Patel's specialty training at the University of Alabama at Birmingham included dental anxiety management, and she is known for a gentle, patient approach. Dr. Roberto Loar grew up in North East Texas, studied at the University of Arkansas and belongs to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the Texas Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
Insurance & Financing
Medicaid and CHIP are accepted, and our in-network PPOs include BlueCross BlueShield Dental Network of America, United Healthcare and Assurant. For costs insurance does not cover, Cherry financing splits the balance into monthly payments, often with zero interest options. A quick call lets us confirm your plan before the first visit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Super Kids Austin from Manor, and how do I get there?
Our office is about 16.2 miles from Jennie Lane Park, or roughly 26 minutes by car without tolls. Take Loop 212 to FM 973 south, follow it to SH 71 west, then E Ben White Blvd to E Riverside Dr and Thrasher Ln. Parents looking at a pediatric dentist in Manor, TX can make the trip without ever touching a toll lane.
What happens at a baby's first dental visit?
A first visit is a short, gentle exam with your baby usually sitting on your lap. Our dentists look at the gums and any teeth, check for early signs of decay, and watch for thrush or tongue-tie. Most of the visit is a conversation about cleaning, teething, bottles and pacifiers, held in our quiet baby room.
How can I keep bedtime bottles from causing cavities?
Avoid putting your baby down to sleep with milk or juice in a bottle. The sugars pool around the teeth for hours and can lead to baby bottle tooth decay. Offer water at bedtime instead, wipe the gums with a soft damp cloth after feeds, and start a tiny smear of toothpaste once the first tooth appears.
Is the toll road faster from Manor?
Yes, but only by about five minutes. The quickest drive, around 21 minutes, uses the 290 Toll and the 183 Toll, while the toll-free trip down FM 973 to SH 71 takes about 26. You can also follow US 290 and US 183 in the free general-purpose lanes that run beside both toll roads.
What should go in a dental first-aid kit for my kids?
Pack clean gauze, a small cold pack, and a lidded container for milk in case a permanent tooth gets knocked out. Add our phone number so any caregiver can call us right away. Leave out aspirin for the gums, since it can irritate the tissue. A mouthguard in the same bag helps prevent injuries in the first place.
Schedule Your Visit from Manor
Parents who searched for a pediatric dentist in Manor, TX will find us a toll-free drive away. Call (737) 373-2993 and our team will find a time that fits naps, school and work.
Explore the other communities on our areas we serve page, or head to Pediatric Dentist Austin, TX for an overview of everything we do.