Skip to main content
toothlocal

Orthodontist · Avery Ranch-Lakeline

Rising Stars Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics - Pediatric Dentist & Braces Austin

14005 N Hwy 183 Ste 800, Austin, TX 78717

4.5+ stars in 500+ reviews

Reviews

4.5+ stars in 500+ reviews

Of 472 written reviews, 96% give 4–5 stars and 3% give 1–2.

103say “Friendly, welcoming staff”

27say “Great with kids”

24say “Clean, sterile office”

“Everyone is so welcoming and friendly, and the office is super clean and beautiful.”
  • Sedation permit (TX board)
  • Medicaid & CHIP (DentaQuest, MCNA)
  • Invisalign
  • Kids

What patients say

Themes from 472 reviews with text, with one quote each, shown as written.

How the visit felt

19Child actually enjoys or looks forward to going
“They take such awesome care of our kids that they look forward to going to the dentist.”
13Explains everything / says what they'll do before doing it
“The hygienist and dentist were truly patient gentle and thorough and explained everything.”
13Gentle hands
“Very gentle during the appointment and considerate of my time to get in/out promptly.”

Staff and office

103Friendly, welcoming staff
“Dr. Arwa and her assistant Elida were so kind and patient during my child’s procedure.”
24Clean, sterile office
“Everyone is so welcoming and friendly, and the office is super clean and beautiful.”
14Friendly and professional, both at once
“Rising Stars Pediatric Dentistry is a top notch place, everyone is nice and professional.”

Who comes here

17Autistic, sensory-sensitive or special-needs patients
“They are well- informed on autism and we could not have gone to a better practice.”
10Spanish-speaking / non-English patients and language access
“Servicio excelente y nos atendieron en español muy atentos y muy amables gracias Dr Simons and Brenda.”

In Spanish

4Child's first dental visit
“I had so much anxiety around taking my daughter to her 1st dentist appointment but This place is PERFECT.”

Why patients came

6Tongue-tie / frenectomy for a child
“My brother recently had a tongue-tie surgery with Dr. Boom, and we are so grateful for the care we received.”

Reviews, Sep 2026. How we count themes

Been to Rising Stars Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics - Pediatric Dentist & Braces Austin?

Tell other patients what it was like. No account needed. We read every review before it goes up, good or bad.

Write a review

Good to know before you call

  • Closed at weekends.
  • Medicaid and CHIP are for children's care only.

What they can help with

Strongest evidence first. Each links to Austin practices for the same need.

  • Braces & Invisalign

    Registered specialist with the state board · Listed category: Orthodontist · Specialist taxonomy in the NPI registry

  • Dentists for kids

    Registered specialist with the state board · Listed category: Pediatric dentist · Specialist taxonomy in the NPI registry

  • Sedation & nervous patients

    2 of its dentists hold Texas board sedation permits · Listed on its business profile

  • Medicaid & low-cost

    Listed by Insure Kids Now for DentaQuest and MCNA Dental (Texas, updated Jul 2026) · Its website says it accepts Medicaid / CHIP

Also listed on its website

  • Teeth whitening

    3 pages on its website · Listed category: Teeth whitening service

  • Emergency dentist

    4 pages on its website · Listed category: Emergency dental service

Who you'll see

Dr. Jeffrey Gregerson, DMD

  • Texas licence active, first licensed Mar 2010
  • Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry, 2009
  • Sedation permits: nitrous oxide (2011), levels 1–2 (latest 2012)

NPI 1114238128 · Texas State Board of Dental Examiners, checked Sep 2026 · named on its business listing

Dr. Rachel Trueblood, DDS

  • Texas licence active, first licensed May 2006
  • Indiana U, 2004
  • Sedation permits: nitrous oxide (2006), levels 1–2 (latest 2015)

NPI 1891850103 · Texas State Board of Dental Examiners, checked Sep 2026 · named on its business listing

Dr. Stephen Robirds, DDS

  • Texas licence active, first licensed Jun 1980
  • Baylor, 1980

NPI 1134208424 · Texas State Board of Dental Examiners, checked Sep 2026 · named on its business listing

Cost and paying

Prices it publishes on its own website, Sep 2026. Always confirm when you call.

Medicaid & CHIP (children)

DentaQuest (CHIP, Medicaid) · MCNA Dental (Medicaid)

Insure Kids Now, Texas, updated Jul 2026

Ways to pay

  • Accepts payment plans (its business profile)
  • Accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile pay (its business profile)
  • Accepts CareCredit (its website)
  • Cash Accepted (its website)

Before treatment, ask

  1. What is the total, including the exam and X-rays?
  2. How much will my insurance, Medicaid or CHIP cover?
  3. The price says “from”. What would make mine cost more?

Getting there

14005 N Hwy 183 Ste 800
Austin, TX 78717
Get directions
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking and restroom
  • Lactation space
  • Free parking lot
  • On-site parking

Its business profile

Equipment and memberships

Equipment and treatments on its website
Digital Impressions / Intraoral Scanners
Memberships
Diamond Invisalign Provider status

In the practice's words

Its own business description

“At Rising Stars Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics in Austin, TX, we’re passionate about making every dental visit a positive, empowering experience. As a trusted pediatric dentist, we specialize in providing gentle, comprehensive care tailored to growing smiles. …”

Need another dentist?

Also confirmed for braces & invisalign, within 9.8 km.

See all 162 Austin practices for braces & invisalign →

Questions people ask

What does a invisalign cost here?

From $2,500, published on its website. Sep 2026

Does it take Medicaid?

For children's dental care, yes: DentaQuest (CHIP, Medicaid) · MCNA Dental (Medicaid). Insure Kids Now, Jul 2026

Is it a specialist practice?

Yes: orthodontist (registered with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners); pediatric dentist (registered with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners).

Ready to call?

Ask who you'll see, the total cost and the first available appointment before you book.

Sources and dates

Business listing and reviews, Sep 2026 · risingstarsdental.com, Sep 2026 · Texas State Board of Dental Examiners, Sep 2026 · NPI registry · Insure Kids Now, updated Jul 2026 · Last updated 30 Sep 2026