Convenient Access from Southpark Meadows
Errand day at Southpark Meadows can include your teeth. Craft of Dentistry is about 9 minutes from the shopping center, in Austin on Menchaca Rd, and patients who want a dentist near Southpark Meadows can pair a checkup with a run to Target or Sam's Club. Dr. Yaron Shvets and Dr. Anne Lyon care for every generation, from teens with their first cavity to grandparents weighing dentures or implants.
Leave the Southpark Meadows center at Slaughter Ln and I-35 by way of Cullen Ln, then take W Slaughter Ln for a short stretch to S Congress Ave. Head north on S Congress for about 1.9 miles and turn left onto W William Cannon Dr. Follow William Cannon west for about 1.8 miles to Menchaca Rd and turn left. The 4.3-mile trip takes about 9 minutes, and it skips the I-35 mainlanes and every toll road.
Our office is a few hundred feet down Menchaca Rd at 7002 Menchaca Rd #100, Austin, TX 78745 (view the Google Maps listing). Expect a bit more time on S Congress at rush hour. Families east and west of the center can also read our Onion Creek and San Leanna pages.
One Office for Every Generation Around Southpark Meadows
Most people know Southpark Meadows as the big retail center at the southwest corner of Slaughter Ln and I-35, home to Walmart, Super Target, Sam's Club, JCPenney and the Cinemark theater. The master plan around it also holds single-family homes, townhomes, apartments, office condos, senior living and dedicated greenbelt parkland. That range of housing, all in the far south part of Austin in Travis County, brings a real range of dental needs.
A young couple in a new townhome, a family with middle schoolers and a retiree in senior living rarely need the same thing from a dentist. Our doctors see patients of all ages, so one office can handle a child's cleaning, a parent's crown and a grandparent's denture adjustment. Keeping the whole household at one office also keeps everyone's records and reminders in one place.
Weekday timing helps too. The schedule opens at 8:30 AM Monday through Thursday, with Monday to Wednesday visits running until 5:00 PM and Thursday ones ending by 3:00 PM. A morning cleaning followed by a grocery stop at the center is an easy way to keep both on the calendar.
Southpark Meadows Seniors and Their Dental Choices
Missing teeth change how people eat, speak and smile, and the choices for replacing them have grown. Some patients do best with removable dentures, others with a bridge, and many are good candidates for dental implants that act like natural roots. The right choice depends on bone levels, gum health, budget and what you want day to day.
Planning starts with good imaging. 3D cone beam (CBCT) scans show bone height and width in detail, which helps our doctors judge whether an implant fits or whether bone grafting would help first. Oral surgery, including extractions and implant site preparation, is handled right in the office, so treatment doesn't scatter across several locations.
For patients who prefer a removable option, well-fitted dentures restore chewing and appearance, and older sets can be checked when they start to rub or slip. Regular checkups also include an oral cancer screening, which matters more as the years add up.
Seniors aren't the only ones who benefit from this planning. Adults in their forties and fifties with a single failing tooth often face the same implant-or-bridge question, and the earlier it is discussed, the more options usually remain.
What a Dentist Near Southpark Meadows Can Do for Your Family
Restorative Dentistry
Crowns, bridges, composite fillings and dentures bring worn or damaged teeth back into service. Our Restorative Dentistry work uses CEREC to design and mill many crowns in about 15 minutes, so a single appointment can finish the job.
Oral Surgery
Wisdom teeth, extractions, bone grafting and dental implants are handled in-house. Oral Surgery at our office keeps Southpark Meadows patients with the doctors they already know.
Preventive Dentistry
Two cleanings and exams a year catch decay, gum disease and oral cancer warning signs early. Preventive Dentistry appointments work well before a shopping trip.
Root Canal Therapy
Deep decay or a crack that reaches the nerve doesn't always mean losing the tooth. Root Canal Therapy here uses rotary endodontic instruments, and nitrous oxide or oral sedation can help nervous patients relax.
Emergency Dentistry
A broken tooth or sudden swelling needs prompt care. Emergency Dentistry visits are offered same-day whenever possible for emergencies, and new patients without insurance can use the $79 emergency exam and x-ray.
Meet Your Dentists
Dr. Yaron Shvets took over the practice and renamed it Craft of Dentistry, and he designs the office's CEREC same-day crowns and restorations. Dr. Anne Lyon has continued her education in implant dentistry and Invisalign and stays active in Texas Dental Association committees. Between them, patients get both fresh technology and long experience.
Insurance & Financing
Implants, dentures and multi-tooth work can be large investments, so CareCredit and 0% interest deferred plans for up to 24 months are available, depending on the treatment. The office is in-network with plans including Humana and Cigna and works with most major PPO plans. Please verify your specific plan with our team before scheduling.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Craft of Dentistry from Southpark Meadows, and how do I get there?
Craft of Dentistry is about 4.3 miles from the Southpark Meadows shopping center, roughly a 9-minute drive. Take Cullen Ln and W Slaughter Ln to S Congress Ave, head north, then go west on W William Cannon Dr to Menchaca Rd. It is an easy trip to a dentist near Southpark Meadows without I-35 or tolls.
Can you make a new set of dentures?
Yes. Our doctors make dentures as part of the practice's restorative care, whether you need a full set or a partial to fill gaps. They also check older dentures that have started to rub, slip or click, since gums and bone change shape over time. Implant-supported options can be discussed at the same visit.
Do you place dental implants in the office?
Yes, implant care stays in-house. Treatment starts with a 3D cone beam scan to measure the bone, followed by any needed extraction, bone grafting or site preparation. After healing, the implant is restored with a crown at the same office, so you work with the same doctors from the first scan to the final tooth.
Is there a payment plan for implants or other big treatment?
Yes. The office offers CareCredit and 0% interest deferred plans for up to 24 months, depending on the treatment. Our team also gives a detailed estimate and a free benefits analysis for insured patients. Paying in full upfront earns a 5% discount, which some patients prefer for smaller procedures.
Is an oral cancer check part of a regular exam?
Yes. An oral cancer screening is part of a comprehensive exam and is included at new patient visits. Our doctors check the tongue, cheeks, gums, floor of the mouth and throat for unusual patches, lumps or sores. Finding a problem early makes treatment simpler, which is why the check is part of routine exams.
Schedule Your Visit from Southpark Meadows
Add a checkup to your next trip to the center and let the whole family come along. Call (512) 812-8956 or book online with a dentist near Southpark Meadows who sees all ages. Our areas we serve page lists more nearby neighborhoods, and our Dentist Austin, TX homepage has the full menu of care.