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Your Partner in Dental Wellness

Improving your smile with cutting-edge technology.

  • Options For Every Budget
  • We Work With Your Insurance
  • Upfront Pricing

Your Partner in Dental Wellness

Improving your smile with cutting-edge technology.

  • Options For Every Budget
  • We Work With Your Insurance
  • Upfront Pricing
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Begin Your Journey To A Better Smile

Dental Checkups

Regular dental exams are the foundation of a healthy smile, allowing us to catch issues early and keep your teeth and gums in top shape.

Teeth Cleanings

Professional dental cleanings go beyond brushing, removing stubborn plaque and leaving your teeth feeling fresh and sparkling.

Special Needs Dentistry

Every patient deserves access to dental care that respects their individual needs and circumstances.

Preventive Dental Care

Preventive Dentistry focuses on maintaining your oral health with comprehensive care, from routine check-ups to restorative treatments, ensuring your smile stays healthy and strong.

Tongue Tie Care

If you are seeking an evaluation for tongue tie concerns, contact Central Texas Pediatric Dentistry today.

Emergency Dentistry

When dental emergencies strike, our prompt and compassionate care ensures your smile gets the attention it needs, right when you need it.

Pediatric Dentist in Austin TX

At Central Texas Pediatric Dentistry, our mission is to create positive, lasting experiences for children while delivering exceptional pediatric dental care. Our dentists take time to understand your child’s unique needs, ease any anxieties, and provide clear answers to all your questions. You can trust our compassionate approach and expert care every step of the way.

Our pediatric dentists in Austin TX focus on more than just treating smiles—we track your child’s oral health closely at every visit, watching for developmental changes and catching concerns early. Our team embraces the latest advancements in pediatric dentistry, from minimally invasive techniques to state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, ensuring your child receives safe, gentle, and effective treatment.

Your child’s smile deserves the very best. Reach out today to schedule a visit or learn more about how we can support your child’s dental health journey!

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Central Texas Pediatric Dentistry

We focus on building lasting relationships with families while delivering outstanding pediatric dental care. We’re committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where both kids and parents feel confident in our care.

Our friendly team doesn’t just provide gentle dental treatment—we also closely track your child’s oral development from visit to visit. By staying up to date with the latest advancements in pediatric dental technology, we offer innovative, child-friendly approaches for early cavity detection, preventative care, and more. Every treatment we recommend is chosen with your child’s comfort, health, and smile in mind.

Education is a key part of our approach. We take time to explain your child’s oral health and clearly lay out treatment options so you can make informed decisions. Our dentists encourage families to move forward with care only when they feel fully comfortable. Recommended services may include: preventative dentistry, fluoride treatments, sealants, and gentle restorative care.

We’re proud to offer positive dental experiences that help children build healthy habits and strong smiles for life. Call our Austin office today to schedule an appointment—we can’t wait to welcome you!

Your Kids Deserve A Beautiful Smile

Your child deserves a healthy, confident smile that lasts a lifetime. We offer modern pediatric dental care focused on both function and appearance and we understand the importance of building a strong foundation for lifelong oral health, blending clinical precision with a gentle, child-friendly approach.

Whether it's guiding proper tooth development or addressing early dental concerns, our team uses age-appropriate techniques to help young smiles grow strong and bright. From the earliest visits to the teenage years, we’re here to support your child’s smile every step of the way.

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Insurance Accepted

Central Texas Pediatric Dentistry is happy to accept a variety of insurance plans. Please contact our office with any questions!

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Common Concerns, Conditions, And Issues With Kids' Teeth

Kids’ teeth go through a lot during childhood, and pediatric dentists are specially trained to handle the unique challenges that come with growing smiles. One of the most common concerns we see is early childhood tooth decay. Even baby teeth are at risk for cavities, and catching them early is key to protecting your child’s oral health. Pediatric dentists also treat issues like teething discomfort, thumb-sucking habits, and dental trauma from bumps or falls—common in active kids.

Beyond the basics, we help manage developmental concerns such as delayed tooth eruption, misaligned bites, or spacing issues that may require early orthodontic evaluation. Mouth breathing, nighttime grinding, and speech-related dental concerns are also on our radar. With a focus on prevention and gentle intervention, our goal is to support healthy habits and keep your child’s smile strong as they grow.

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Cleanings

Removes plaque, prevents cavities, and supports healthy gums.

Tooth Extractions

Remove damaged teeth, relieves pain, prevents complications.

Checkups

Detect issues early, maintain oral health, prevent problems.

Gum Disease

Infection of gums, causes inflammation, affects oral health.

Cavities

Tooth decay, creates holes, causes pain, let us help you today.

Teeth Whitening

Brightens teeth, removes stains, enhances smile.

Cracked Tooth

Fractured enamel, causes pain, needs prompt expert treatment.

What Kind Of Training Does A Pediatric Dentist Have?

You’ve probably wondered—what makes a pediatric dentist different from a regular one? Well, think of it like this: if general dentists are your all-purpose family doctors, pediatric dentists are the pediatricians of the dental world. After dental school, they go through two to three extra years of specialized training focused entirely on kids. We're talking baby teeth, teen braces, toddler tantrums—the whole package. During that residency, they learn how to treat infants, children, and teens, including those with special health care needs. It's not just about knowing how to fix a cavity; it's about understanding child psychology, growth patterns, and how to make nervous little ones actually want to come back.

And let’s not forget—pediatric dentists are basically experts in multitasking with a smile. They’re trained to recognize dental issues early (before they become big, expensive problems), manage behavior in the chair, and even offer guidance on nutrition and oral habits like thumb-sucking or pacifier use. Their education also includes emergency care, sedation techniques, and creating safe, welcoming environments for kids of all ages. So yeah, when it comes to protecting your child’s smile, these pros have done their homework—literally.

Begin Your Journey to A Brighter Smile in 3 Easy Steps

Contact Our Office

Central Texas Pediatric Dentistry offers multiple options for smile restoration and general dentistry. Contact our experts today.

Have Your First Visit

Our team will meet with you on your first visit to discuss previous treatments and create a treatment plan.

Expert Care

Expert dental care combines advanced techniques & personalized attention to deliver exceptional results for a healthier, more confident smile.

Testimonials

"My son had an extremely infected/abcessed tooth. He needed to have a specialized approach to allow the dentist to extract the infected tooth. Dr. Hernandez and staff took great care with my son. They were gentle and helped my son feel comfortable. We recently were able to get teeth extracted and get the work done that was needed. Now my son is recovering! Thanks dr. Hernandez!!"

- Aren M.

"Dr. Steve Hernandez was playful while he interacted with my girls. It really helped them feel relaxed and more positive about going to the dentist. He is the kind of doctor we were looking for. The rest of the staff is fun too. The girls even asked when they would get to go to the dentist again!"

- Terra G.

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