Convenient Access from Pleasant Valley
Few neighborhoods sit closer to Super Kids Austin than Pleasant Valley. From the Ruiz Branch Library, our office is a 3-minute drive east, so a pediatric dentist near Pleasant Valley is practically around the corner. We are a Southeast Austin practice that treats only children, led by two board-certified pediatric dentists.
From the Ruiz Branch Library at 1600 Grove Blvd, drive south on Grove Blvd to E Riverside Dr and turn east. Stay on Riverside for a little over half a mile, then turn onto Thrasher Ln to reach 6707 E Riverside Dr #201, Austin, TX 78741. The trip is 0.9 miles, short enough that many families walk it in about 18 minutes. Our Google Maps listing shows the pin, and we also serve neighbors in Montopolis, just across Grove Blvd, and East Riverside to the west.
A Next-Door Dental Home for Pleasant Valley Children
The Pleasant Valley we serve is the Travis County neighborhood south of the river, part of the East Riverside/Oltorf planning area. It sits between the Riverside area to the west and Grove Blvd, where Montopolis begins. That makes it a different place from the Pleasant Valley Rd corridor north of the river. Here, the landmarks are the Ruiz Branch Library, the ACC Riverside Campus and Guerrero Colorado River Metropolitan Park.
The area is home to plenty of students and young families. ACC Riverside has been part of the neighborhood since 1984, and the campus hosts both the Tesla START program and El Centro. A dental office less than a mile from home means a checkup can fit between a morning class and an afternoon shift. For a toddler, a short ride also means less time strapped in a car seat before the visit.
Inside, our office is built for small patients. The baby room gives infants a quiet place for their first exam and doubles as a lactation room. The open hygiene room lets older kids watch cartoons, and parents can sit beside them the whole time. A superhero theme, balloons and prizes round out the experience.
Smaller green spots fill in around the big landmarks. Penick Pocket Park on Country Club Rd gives younger kids a nearby place to play, and Parker Lane lies just to the southwest. Pleasant Valley families who start their day early can book Monday, Wednesday or Friday at 8:00 AM, while Tuesday and Thursday appointments run until 6:00 PM.
What Pleasant Valley Parents Should Know About Early Dental Care
Much of Pleasant Valley is served by Del Valle ISD, with Baty Elementary on Faro Dr among the local schools. Many local families use Medicaid or CHIP for children's dental care, and our office accepts both. Our team verifies what each plan covers before the visit, so parents know where they stand on cleanings, x-rays, fluoride and sealants. Starting those visits early keeps small problems from growing into big, costly ones.
Early childhood decay is the problem we work hardest to prevent. It often starts with a bedtime bottle of milk or juice, or a sippy cup carried around all day. Cleaning a baby's gums with a soft, damp cloth, switching to a tiny smear of toothpaste once the first tooth shows, and keeping bedtime drinks to water make a real difference. We walk Pleasant Valley parents through each of these steps at the first visit.
Active kids need protection too. The athletic fields and trails at Guerrero park keep children running, kicking and climbing most of the year. A mouthguard for soccer or other team sports protects front teeth, and keeping a cold compress in the freezer makes first aid easier if a bump happens. For anything more than a minor knock, a phone call to our office is the next step.
Anxiety is the other common hurdle. A child who fears the dentist may hide a toothache until it becomes an emergency. Our dentists take a gentle, patient approach, and families can prepare at home with role-play, a comfort item and praise afterward.
Parents also ask about x-rays. We use digital bitewing, periapical and panoramic images, which keep radiation to a minimum while showing cavities between teeth and the adult teeth still forming below. Pleasant Valley parents are welcome to ask our dentists what each image shows and why it was taken.
Pediatric Dentist Near Pleasant Valley: Services for Every Age
Infant Oral Care
First visits belong within six months of the first tooth, or by age one. We check for decay, thrush, tongue-tie and teething trouble, then coach parents on bottles, pacifiers and cleaning brand-new teeth.
Managing Dental Anxiety & More
Missed checkups often trace back to fear. We build individualized care plans, use a gentle approach for children with special needs, and offer sedation when it truly helps a child relax.
Preventative Care
Cleanings, exams, fluoride and sealants on molars and premolars keep cavities away. Digital x-rays use minimal radiation. Our hygienists teach brushing and flossing that matches your child's age.
Emergency Dentistry
Living less than a mile away helps when a tooth breaks or an abscess flares. Call us right away and we will schedule an emergency visit. Skip aspirin on the gums and use a cold compress on the cheek.
An Overview Of Dental Sedation
Minimal, moderate and deep sedation each serve a purpose. This guide explains how they differ and which children benefit, including kids with significant anxiety or extensive treatment needs.
Meet Your Child's Pediatric Dentists
Our dentists are credentialed with Dell Children's Hospital, so kids with complex medical conditions can receive hospital-based care when needed. Dr. Asha Patel speaks English, Gujarati and Hindi/Urdu. Dr. Roberto Loar, a North East Texas native, studied at the University of Arkansas.
Insurance & Financing
We accept Medicaid, CHIP and CSHCN, plus PPO plans such as United Concordia and Assurant. Uninsured families can set up a flexible payment plan. When you refer a friend, both families get a $50 credit toward dental care.
TESTIMONIALS
What our patients say
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Super Kids Austin from Pleasant Valley, and how do I get there?
From the Ruiz Branch Library, the office is 0.9 miles away, about a 3-minute drive. Go south on Grove Blvd, east on E Riverside Dr, then turn onto Thrasher Ln. It is hard to find a pediatric dentist near Pleasant Valley that is any closer, and the whole trip stays on two neighborhood roads.
Can we walk to the office instead of driving?
Yes, the walk from the Ruiz Branch Library takes about 18 minutes. The distance on foot is a little under a mile. On a mild day it can be a pleasant way to reach a quick checkup, and it gives a nervous child a few extra minutes to chat about what will happen.
Do you give a credit for referring another family?
Yes, when a family you refer becomes a patient, both of you receive a $50 credit toward dental care. There is no limit on how many friends you can refer. It is our way of thanking parents who trust us enough to tell neighbors, coworkers or classmates about the practice.
What makes a pediatric dentist different from a family dentist?
A pediatric dentist completes years of extra specialty training after dental school, focused only on children. Dr. Patel trained at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and Dr. Loar completed his pediatric residency in Laredo. That training covers growth and development, dental trauma and anxiety, and our office is designed entirely around kids.
What should I bring to my child's first appointment?
Bring your child's insurance, Medicaid or CHIP card, along with the policyholder's name and date of birth so we can verify benefits. A list of any medicines and health conditions helps our dentists plan safe care. A favorite toy or blanket is welcome too, especially for toddlers meeting us for the first time.
Schedule Your Visit from Pleasant Valley
A healthier smile is less than a mile away. Call (737) 373-2993 to book with a pediatric dentist near Pleasant Valley, or browse every neighborhood on our areas we serve page. The Pediatric Dentist Austin, TX homepage has more about the practice.