Convenient Access from Pflugerville
Half an hour on I-35 and US 183 separates central Pflugerville from our door. Families who start with a search for a pediatric dentist in Pflugerville, TX sometimes decide that 31 minutes is a fair trade for Super Kids Austin, a practice in Southeast Austin that treats only children. Two board-certified pediatric dentists see babies, grade schoolers and teens in an office designed around kids.
Leave the Pflugerville Public Library on W Pfluger St, take 12th St to Pecan St (FM 1825) and drive west to I-35. Head south on I-35, then merge onto US 183 south and stay in the free general-purpose lanes as the road becomes Ed Bluestein Blvd. Follow Bastrop Hwy briefly to Montopolis Dr, take it south to E Riverside Dr, and turn onto Thrasher Ln to reach 6707 E Riverside Dr #201, Austin, TX 78741.
The full trip runs about 20.8 miles, and our place on Google Maps takes care of the last few turns. The 183 Toll mainlanes sit beside the free lanes for part of the way, but they save only about a minute. Families in Manor and Windsor Park can find their own directions as well.
Why Pflugerville Families Drive South for Kids-Only Care
Pflugerville sits about 18 miles north of the city, with the library and most neighborhoods in Travis County and a slice of the city reaching into Williamson County. Pflugerville ISD serves most families through four high schools, Pflugerville, Connally, Hendrickson and Weiss, while a small part of town is zoned to Manor ISD. Lake Pflugerville and Gilleland Creek give the area its open, outdoorsy feel.
Warm months bring the splash pad at Northeast Metro Park, open April through September, and long walks near the lake. Those outings usually come with snacks, juice and sports drinks that cling to teeth for hours. A quick rinse with water afterward, and a good brush at bedtime, keeps that sugar from turning into cavities.
A practice that treats only children changes the whole visit. Every chair, toy and conversation is aimed at kids, so a nervous six-year-old is not sitting in a waiting room full of adults. Our superhero-themed space has toys, balloons and prizes, an open hygiene room with cartoons, and a baby room for the youngest patients. Take a look at the office to see where your child will sit.
Parents can stay right beside the chair during checkups, which matters when a child is meeting a new dentist after a move. Our dentists explain what they see in plain terms and show kids how to brush and floss at every visit. One calm, unhurried appointment can set the tone for years of easy visits.
Planning Dental Care Around Pflugerville School and Sports Schedules
Youth sports are everywhere here, and Northeast Metropolitan Park alone has soccer and baseball fields, a skate park and a BMX track. Those activities are great for kids and hard on teeth, so a well-fitting mouthguard belongs in every bag. A tumble at the skate park can chip a front tooth in a second.
The city library offers children's programs by age group, plus Baby Day and a Summer Reading Program, and it is a good reminder that dental care starts early too. A baby's first checkup belongs within six months of the first tooth or by the first birthday. Starting then builds trust long before any treatment is needed.
With a longer drive, timing matters. Tuesday and Thursday appointments run until 6:00 PM, so older kids can come after school, while Monday, Wednesday and Friday start at 8:00 AM for families who prefer mornings. I-35 is often slow at rush hour, so build in extra time for afternoon visits.
School breaks make scheduling easier still. Summer, spring break and teacher workdays free up the morning, so a child can come in at 8:00 AM on a Monday, Wednesday or Friday without missing class. Booking those slots a few weeks ahead tends to work well for parents planning around camps and vacations.
If You Want a Pediatric Dentist in Pflugerville, TX, Start With These Services
Preventative Care
Cleanings, exams and digital x-rays with minimal radiation form the core of each visit. Fluoride treatment and sealants on molars and premolars help school-age kids stay cavity-free between trips.
Emergency Dentistry
Skate park spills and soccer collisions happen. Call right away for an emergency visit, keep a knocked-out permanent tooth in milk, and never put a baby tooth back in its socket.
An Overview Of Dental Sedation
Sedation helps children who feel significant anxiety, struggle to sit still or need several procedures. We walk you through minimal, moderate and deep sedation before any decision is made.
Managing Dental Anxiety & More
Practice at home, bring music or a comfort item, and praise your child afterward. Individualized plans keep anxious kids and children with special needs on track with checkups.
Our full services page covers infant care, sedation types and more, so parents can read ahead before a first visit.
Meet Your Child's Pediatric Dentists
Dr. Asha Patel speaks English, Gujarati and Hindi/Urdu, and her focus on preventive care helps children build habits early. Dr. Roberto Loar has volunteered in 14 countries and taken part in more than 40 international dental events for children. Both are board-certified pediatric dentists.
Insurance & Financing
We accept Medicaid, CHIP and CSHCN, and we are in network with PPOs such as Cigna, Guardian and United Concordia. Uninsured families can use flexible payment plans. New patients with an urgent problem can book a $59 emergency exam and x-ray.
TESTIMONIALS
What our patients say
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Super Kids Austin from Pflugerville, and how do I get there?
Super Kids Austin is about 20.8 miles from the Pflugerville Public Library, roughly 31 minutes by car. Take Pecan St west to I-35 south, then US 183 south in the free lanes to Montopolis Dr, E Riverside Dr and Thrasher Ln. Many parents who want a pediatric dentist in Pflugerville, TX find the toll-free route simple.
Can my teenager still see a pediatric dentist?
Yes, our care covers children from infancy through the teen years. Teens get cleanings, exams, sealant checks and sports mouthguard advice from dentists who understand growing mouths. Many teenagers like keeping the same team that has known them since they were small, and parents can decide how involved to be in each visit as their teen gains independence.
Are you accepting new patients from Pflugerville?
Yes, we welcome new patients from infancy through the teen years, wherever your family lives. New patients without insurance can start with a $79 cleaning, exam and x-ray, offered in the absence of periodontal disease. If your child has an urgent problem, our $59 emergency exam and x-ray for new patients is another way to begin.
What counts as a dental emergency for a child?
A knocked-out permanent tooth, a broken or cracked tooth, a severe toothache and a swollen abscess all count as dental emergencies. Call us right away when any of these happen. For bleeding, press gently with gauze, and use a cold compress for swelling. Do not place aspirin on the gums, because it can irritate the tissue.
Will my child get a prize after the checkup?
Yes, prizes are part of the fun in our superhero-themed office, along with toys and balloons. Little rewards give kids something to look forward to and make the next visit easier to talk about at home. Praise from you afterward matters just as much, so point out what your child did well in the chair.
Schedule Your Visit from Pflugerville
If the right pediatric dentist in Pflugerville, TX for your family is one that treats only kids, we are about half an hour away. Call (737) 373-2993 to book, and we will help you pick a time that works around school, practice and traffic.
Our areas we serve page shows every community we welcome, and you can learn more about the practice through Pediatric Dentist Austin, TX.