Convenient Access from Sunset Valley
Sunset Valley is a small city with a big location: it sits on US 290 right where Southwest Parkway begins. That puts Glow Dental Co about 11 minutes west of city hall, in Southwest Austin. If you have been searching for a dentist in Sunset Valley, TX, our office is a short, simple drive away, with Dr. Kelsi Lewis caring for the whole family from cleanings to crowns and implants.
From Sunset Valley City Hall at 3205 Jones Road, follow Jones Road to Ernest Robles Way, turn right on Brodie Lane and then left onto the US 290 West frontage road. Bear right onto Southwest Parkway and ride it west for close to four miles, roughly 5.4 miles altogether. The parkway is divided, so you go just past the office and make a short U-turn into the driveway at Building One, 7717 Southwest Pkwy Unit 150, Austin, TX 78735. US 290 slows down at rush hour, so the first mile can take longer on a weekday.
Across Jones Road from city hall, the stadium and arena of the Toney Burger Center are easy to spot, and Sunset Valley Elementary is also inside the city. Neighbors in Gaines Ranch and Travis Country reach us along the same parkway. Tap Glow Dental Co on Google Maps for live turn-by-turn directions.
Small-Town Sunset Valley, Minutes From Our Chair
Sunset Valley covers only about 1.4 square miles of Travis County, and the City of Austin surrounds it on every side. The town began as a subdivision laid out by brothers M.H. and Clarence Flournoy in the early 1950s and incorporated on September 13, 1954. In the late 1950s and early 1960s it was known around Austin for the Christmas lights along Sunset Trail.
The 2020 census counted 683 residents, and the city looks after creekside nature areas and trails along Williamson Creek. Our office sits in the same Williamson Creek watershed, which shows how closely the two places are tied together. Shops line US 290 and Brodie Lane at the edge of town.
That central spot is the reason a short drive west makes sense. You stay on one main road for nearly the whole trip. For a Sunset Valley household, that keeps a checkup from eating up the day.
Hours help too. Monday appointments run until 6:00 PM, so the start of the week leaves room for an afternoon visit after work or errands along the corridor. Tuesday through Thursday the doors open at 7:00 AM.
Your first appointment is built around listening. It opens with a conversation about your history and goals, then moves to a full exam with digital imaging and intraoral photography. Nothing is decided in a rush, and you leave with a clear picture of where things stand.
Protecting and Rebuilding Teeth: Advice for Sunset Valley Patients
Many adults reach a point where an old filling gives way, a molar cracks or a tooth has to come out. What happens next matters. A gap left open lets neighboring teeth drift and tilt, the opposite tooth can over-erupt and chewing shifts to the other side of the mouth.
There is no single right answer for replacing a tooth. A single implant, a fixed bridge or a removable partial each has trade-offs in cost, time and upkeep. Dr. Lewis lays out every option with photos and x-rays on screen, including what happens if you decide to wait.
Prevention still does most of the heavy lifting. Two cleanings and exams a year let small cracks and early decay be treated with a filling instead of a crown, and a crown instead of an extraction. Digital x-rays make those early changes easier to spot.
For Sunset Valley residents with full dentures or several missing teeth, implant-supported options can add stability for chewing and speaking. The first step is always a conversation about your goals, followed by a full exam.
Care Offered by Your Dentist in Sunset Valley, TX
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings, crowns and dental bridges rebuild teeth worn by years of use. With the in-office Fastmill unit, many patients finish a crown in one visit.
Implant Dentistry
An implant replaces a missing tooth from the root up and stands on its own without touching the teeth beside it. Whether you are a candidate depends on an exam and imaging.
General Dentistry
Exams, cleanings and digital x-rays catch problems early. Sunset Valley patients can book a Monday afternoon slot or a 7:00 AM start midweek.
Tooth Extractions
When a tooth cannot be saved, removing it carefully protects the bone and gums around it. Dr. Lewis talks through replacement options before the extraction, so you know what comes next.
Sedation Dentistry
Nitrous oxide takes the edge off longer visits and wears off quickly. It can help with longer appointments, such as an extraction or a dentures fitting.
Meet Dr. Kelsi Lewis
Texas City is where Dr. Kelsi Lewis made up her mind, at six years old, to become a dentist. College volleyball came next at Tarleton State University, along with a business degree, and dental school followed at the University of Texas School of Dentistry in Houston. Austin has been home since she graduated.
Insurance & Financing
Bigger treatment plans can be spread out with third-party financing through CareCredit, Cherry, Sunbit or Proceed Finance. The office accepts all major credit cards, cash and checks, and works with a multitude of insurance providers. Before any treatment, you receive a detailed breakdown of your share of the cost.
What Others Are Saying
Patients consistently tell us the same things: no one has ever explained their dental health this clearly before, they have never felt so unhurried at a dental office, and this was genuinely the best dental experience they have ever had.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Glow Dental Co from Sunset Valley, and how do I get there?
The office is roughly 5.4 miles from Sunset Valley City Hall, about an 11-minute drive. Take Brodie Lane to the US 290 West frontage road, then follow Southwest Parkway west to Building One. Anyone looking for a dentist in Sunset Valley, TX will find the route toll-free and almost entirely on one road.
How do I clean under a dental bridge?
Floss underneath it every day with a floss threader or a water flosser, since food and plaque collect under the false tooth. Brush the bridge and the anchor teeth twice a day like natural teeth. Regular cleanings let the hygienist reach the spots you miss and let Dr. Lewis check the crowns holding the bridge.
Are digital x-rays safe for regular checkups?
Yes. Digital x-rays use a low dose of radiation, generally less than traditional film, and the images appear on screen within seconds. That speed lets Dr. Lewis review them with you right away and point out exactly what she sees. The low dose and quick results make them a routine part of most checkups.
What should I eat after a tooth extraction?
Stick to soft, cool foods for the first day or two, such as yogurt, soup that has cooled, eggs and mashed potatoes. Chew on the other side, skip straws and avoid smoking, since suction can disturb the healing clot. Dr. Lewis gives you specific aftercare instructions, and the team checks in afterward to see how you are healing.
Is it normal for a new crown to feel different at first?
A little, yes. Your tongue notices the new shape and the tooth may be mildly sensitive for a few days. A crown should never feel high when you bite, though. If your teeth meet on the crown first or chewing feels uneven, call the office so the bite can be adjusted, which usually takes only a few minutes.
Schedule Your Visit from Sunset Valley
Choose a dentist in Sunset Valley, TX who is just one road away. Call 512-402-6586 to book a Monday afternoon or early midweek visit. See every community we welcome on our areas we serve page, or start at our main site for Dentist Austin, TX.