Convenient Access from Downtown Austin
The Central Library sits 4.8 miles from Super Kids Austin, about 12 minutes by car, which puts a practice that treats only children within easy reach of the city's core. For working parents who want a pediatric dentist near Downtown Austin, that means one bridge, one long road and no highway. Our office sits in Southeast Austin, on the far side of Lady Bird Lake, and our pediatric dentists see kids from infancy through high school.
Begin at the Austin Central Library at 710 W Cesar Chavez St in the Seaholm District. Take West Ave to W Cesar Chavez St and head east, then turn south on S 1st St and cross Lady Bird Lake. Turn left onto Riverside Dr and stay on it as W Riverside Dr becomes E Riverside Dr and passes under I-35.
Keep going east until Thrasher Ln, the side street for 6707 E Riverside Dr #201, Austin, TX 78741, near Montopolis Dr. The practice is pinned on Google Maps if you want the last few turns on your phone. Families on the near side of the river can also read our pages for East Cesar Chavez and Travis Heights.
A Short Hop Across the Lake for Downtown Austin Families
Downtown Austin, the heart of Travis County, runs from Lamar Blvd east to I-35 and from Lady Bird Lake north to MLK Jr Blvd. Inside that grid sit the Texas State Capitol, the Congress Avenue Historic District, the Seaholm District and the Red River Cultural District. Kids know it for different reasons: free Capitol tours, the trails and lawns of Waterloo Park, and the Children's Area and Teen Central at the Central Library.
Waterloo Park, at 1111 Red River St, opened in August 2021 with gardens, wetlands, open lawns and more than 1.5 miles of trails around the Moody Amphitheater. Between the park, the Capitol grounds and the library's storytimes, Downtown Austin kids have plenty to keep them busy. Busy days also bring snacks and sweet drinks on the go, which is when steady brushing habits matter most.
Plenty of Downtown Austin parents work in those same blocks, so a child's checkup has to fit around a workday. Riverside Dr makes that easier, because one straight road connects the lake to our door. A parent can pick a child up from school, cross S 1st St and be in the office without merging onto I-35.
Once you arrive, the space is made for kids. Super Kids Austin was completely renovated before it opened, with a superhero theme, toys and prizes. Children watch cartoons in the open hygiene room, and caregivers can sit with them; read more on our Our Office page.
What Downtown Austin Parents Should Know About Fitting In Checkups
The hardest part of children's dental care is often the calendar, not the chair. Our office opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and closes at 5:00 PM those days. On Tuesday and Thursday the hours shift to 9:00 AM through 6:00 PM, which gives Downtown Austin parents a later slot after work or school.
Regular cleanings and exams let our dentists spot early decay, track how the adult teeth are coming in and coach kids on their brushing. Digital x-rays use minimal radiation and show what the eye cannot see between teeth. When those visits happen on schedule, most treatment stays small and quick.
Teens are part of the practice too. A teenager can keep seeing the same pediatric dentists they met as a toddler, which makes checkups feel routine rather than stressful. Younger brothers and sisters see the same team, so one practice can cover every child in the family.
Dental emergencies rarely wait for a free moment in the workday. If your child cracks a tooth or knocks one out, call the office right away and the team will set up an emergency visit. Downtown Austin parents can save the number in a phone they share with a sitter or grandparent, so whoever is with the child can reach us quickly.
Kids' Care from a Pediatric Dentist Near Downtown Austin
Preventative Care
Checkups build a dental home early, so small problems get caught while they are easy to fix. Each visit can include a gentle cleaning, an exam, digital x-rays, fluoride and sealants. Kids leave with brushing and flossing tips that match their age.
Managing Dental Anxiety & More
Anxious kids tend to skip checkups, and skipped checkups lead to bigger problems. Starting early, staying positive and rehearsing the visit at home all help. A comfort item or a favorite song can make the chair feel familiar.
An Overview Of Dental Sedation
Sedation helps children with significant anxiety, trouble sitting still, extensive work or special healthcare needs. It ranges from minimal to moderate, usually oral medication, to deep sedation. This page explains each level in plain language for parents.
Emergency Dentistry
A severe toothache or a cracked tooth does not wait for a day off. Call right away and the team will schedule an emergency visit. Meanwhile, use a cold compress for swelling and gentle pressure for bleeding.
Looking for something not shown here, such as infant care or the different sedation types? Our full services list covers every treatment our dentists provide for children.
Meet Your Child's Pediatric Dentists
After dental school at UTHSCSA, Dr. Roberto Loar spent five years in general dentistry, then went back for a pediatric residency in Laredo. Families who are more at home in Gujarati or Hindi/Urdu can talk through care with Dr. Asha Patel, who also speaks English. Both are board-certified pediatric dentists.
Insurance & Financing
Medicaid, CHIP and CSHCN are accepted, along with many PPO plans. Uninsured families can split costs with Cherry, often with zero interest options. Refer a friend and both your family and theirs receive a $50 credit toward dental care.
TESTIMONIALS
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Super Kids Austin from Downtown Austin, and how do I get there?
From the Central Library, the office is 4.8 miles away, about a 12-minute drive. Cross Lady Bird Lake on S 1st St, then follow Riverside Dr east past I-35 to Thrasher Ln. Parents choosing a pediatric dentist near Downtown Austin can make the entire trip on city streets, which keeps it simple for a quick midday visit.
Is the drive from downtown toll-free?
Yes, the drive uses city streets only, with no highways or toll roads. After S 1st St, Riverside Dr carries you nearly the whole way. Rush hour slows the stretch where Riverside passes under I-35, so leave a few extra minutes for a late-afternoon appointment on Tuesday or Thursday.
What information do you need to check my insurance?
The team needs the policyholder's name and date of birth to verify benefits before your child's appointment. Super Kids Austin is in-network with many PPO plans, such as Aetna, Cigna and Guardian, and also accepts Medicaid, CHIP and CSHCN. Plans change from year to year, so a quick call confirms yours is still in network.
Who are the dentists my child will see?
Your child will see one of our two board-certified pediatric dentists, Dr. Asha Patel or Dr. Roberto Loar. Dr. Patel opened Super Kids Austin in 2018 and received the Opencare Patients Choice Award. Incisal Edge magazine named Dr. Loar one of its 40 under 40 Top Dental Specialists, and he also wrote the children's book Sugar Bugs.
What kinds of dental x-rays do you take for kids?
The office uses digital bitewing, periapical and panoramic x-rays, all with minimal radiation. Bitewings show cavities forming between back teeth, periapical images show a whole tooth down to the root, and a panoramic view shows the jaws and developing adult teeth. Our dentists choose the type that answers the question at hand.
Schedule Your Visit from Downtown Austin
Choosing a pediatric dentist near Downtown Austin should not mean losing a whole afternoon. Call (737) 373-2993 and our front desk will look for a time that works around your workday. See the full list of neighborhoods on our areas we serve page, or start at the Pediatric Dentist Austin, TX homepage.