Convenient Access from Del Valle
Ball games, school mornings and the odd chipped tooth all run along SH 71 for families in Del Valle. Super Kids Austin sits about 14 minutes up that highway in Southeast Austin, and parents who want a pediatric dentist near Del Valle find two board-certified pediatric dentists who treat babies, kids and teens only. Everything in our Montopolis office, from the superhero theme to the cartoons playing in the hygiene room, was picked with children in mind.
From Margaret J. Gomez Southeast Metropolitan Park, pull out onto SH 71 and head west on the Bastrop Hwy. Stay in the regular lanes past FM 973 and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, follow SH 71 as it turns into E Ben White Blvd, then exit to E Riverside Dr and make the short turn onto Thrasher Ln. The whole 7.3-mile trip usually takes 14 minutes and ends at 6707 E Riverside Dr #201, Austin, TX 78741, which you can save from our Google Maps listing.
Because the airport sits between Del Valle and our door, the drive is one long, simple highway run with only a couple of turns at the end. Families a little farther out in eastern Travis County will find directions for Garfield and Hornsby Bend as well.
A Kid-Sized Dental Home for Del Valle Families
Del Valle is an unincorporated community on the Colorado River southeast of the city, and its mail still reads Del Valle, TX 78617. Much of daily life here revolves around Del Valle ISD, from elementary carpools to cheering on the Cardinals at Del Valle High School on Ross Rd. Weekends often mean a tournament at the Del Valle Softball Complex on FM 973 or a game on the ball fields at Southeast Metro Park.
Our office was planned for exactly those kids. The superhero decor, toys, balloons and prizes make the room feel less clinical, and the open hygiene room lets a child watch cartoons while a parent sits close by. Babies and toddlers have their own baby room for first checkups, and it doubles as a quiet corner or lactation space. You can preview the space on our office page.
Both of our dentists completed specialty training in pediatric dentistry, so they explain each step in words a five-year-old understands and a teenager will not roll their eyes at. Brushing and flossing coaching comes with every checkup, which means kids leave with a skill as well as a prize. Parents get straight answers about what we saw and what, if anything, needs attention next.
Del Valle stretches from the Colorado River toward Circuit of the Americas on its southeastern edge, with Elroy just beyond. With that much ground to cover, a predictable highway trip to a team that only sees children is easy to fold into that routine, especially on a Monday, Wednesday or Friday morning starting at 8:00 AM.
What Del Valle Parents Should Know About Sports and Teeth
Softball, baseball and soccer are a big part of growing up in Del Valle, and young faces take plenty of bumps in those games. Our dentists recommend a sports mouthguard as one of the simplest ways to prevent a broken or knocked-out tooth. Hard candy, ice and popcorn kernels from the snack stand crack their share of teeth too, so those are worth limiting.
If a permanent tooth is knocked out, pick it up by the crown rather than the root. Try to set it back in the socket, or keep it in milk, and call us right away so we can see your child quickly. A baby tooth is different: never push it back in, because the adult tooth is still forming underneath.
For a bleeding lip or gum, press gently with clean gauze, and hold a cold compress on the cheek to calm swelling. Skip aspirin on the gums, since it can irritate the tissue. Saving our number in your phone, or tucking it in the team bag, means whoever is at the field that day can reach us fast.
Everyday habits matter as much as game-day safety. Sticky snacks and sweet drinks after practice feed the bacteria that cause cavities, and a quick rinse with water helps until your child can brush at home. Our nutrition guidance at checkups gives parents simple swaps that still fit a busy evening.
Kids' Care From a Pediatric Dentist Near Del Valle
Emergency Dentistry
When a line drive or a playground fall cracks a tooth, call and we will set up an emergency visit as quickly as we can. We treat knocked-out teeth, fractures, abscesses and sudden toothaches in children of every age.
Preventative Care
Gentle cleanings, exams and low-radiation digital x-rays catch small problems while they are still small. Sealants on the back teeth and fluoride treatment add protection for kids who snack between practices.
Managing Dental Anxiety & More
A child who has been through a rough injury can feel uneasy about the next visit. We start positive, welcome a comfort item or music, and build an individual plan, including a gentle approach for children with special needs.
Types Of Dental Sedation
For a teen with a broken front tooth, laughing gas through a little nose mask eases nerves and fades fast after treatment. Bigger repairs can call for oral or IV sedation, while full general anesthesia is reserved for a hospital and an anesthesiologist.
Infant Oral Care
Little brothers and sisters on the sidelines need a dentist too. Their first visit belongs within six months of the first tooth or by the first birthday, and we cover bottle habits, teething and gentle gum cleaning.
Meet Your Child's Pediatric Dentists
Dr. Roberto Loar wrote Sugar Bugs, a children's book about why healthy teeth matter, and he brings that same storytelling to the chair. Dr. Asha Patel opened Super Kids Austin and completed her pediatric specialty program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where training covered dental trauma, growth and development. Both are board-certified pediatric dentists.
Insurance & Financing
Del Valle families can use Medicaid, CHIP or CSHCN coverage with us, and we are in network with many PPO plans, including Delta Dental, MetLife and Cigna. Our team checks your benefits before the visit, and plans do change, so a quick call confirms yours. New patients facing an injury can book a $59 emergency exam and x-ray.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Super Kids Austin from Del Valle, and how do I get there?
Our office is 7.3 miles from Margaret J. Gomez Southeast Metropolitan Park, about 14 minutes by car. Take SH 71 west past the airport, stay on it as it becomes E Ben White Blvd, then exit to E Riverside Dr and turn onto Thrasher Ln. Parents who want a pediatric dentist near Del Valle like that it is almost one straight highway.
What should I do for a split lip or bleeding gum after a fall?
Press gently on the spot with clean gauze or a cloth until the bleeding slows, and hold a cold compress against the cheek to keep swelling down. Do not put aspirin on the gums, because it can irritate the tissue. If a tooth looks loose, broken or out of place, call us so we can see your child quickly.
Should a chipped baby tooth still be checked if it doesn't hurt?
Yes, a chipped baby tooth should still be seen, even when your child says it feels fine. A crack can reach deeper than it looks, and an injured primary tooth can affect the permanent tooth growing beneath it. Never try to push a loose or displaced baby tooth back into place. Our dentists will check the tooth, the gums and the bite.
Will my child need an x-ray after a mouth injury?
Often, yes, because an x-ray shows what a quick look cannot. It reveals the root, the bone around it and, under a baby tooth, the adult tooth still developing. We use digital x-rays with minimal radiation and take only the views needed. For new patients, our $59 emergency exam includes the x-rays required to plan treatment.
Do I have to pay a toll on SH 71 to reach your office?
No, the free SH 71 lanes take you all the way to E Ben White Blvd. The 71 Toll Lane is an optional express lane between Presidential Blvd and SH 130, and the same number of regular lanes remain beside it. Staying in the free lanes takes about the same 14 minutes, though the stretch by the airport gets busy at rush hour.
Schedule Your Visit from Del Valle
From a first checkup to a sports injury, Super Kids Austin can be the pediatric dentist near Del Valle your kids actually look forward to seeing. Call (737) 373-2993 to book. We are open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
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