201 W 5th St Ste 175
Austin, TX 78701
Phone:
512-713-1099Email:
downtown@swishsmiles.comParking: 5th & Colorado Garage, off Colorado (parking validated)
Meet Your New Dentist
Meet Dr. Noor Makda, your Austin dentist with a heart as big as the Lone Star State! Armed with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin, a Masters in Medical Science from the University of North Texas Health Science Center, and a diploma from The University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry, she's your go-to smile magician. Excitement is an understatement for Dr. Noor as she kickstarts her dental adventure in Austin, bringing sunshine and pearly whites to the capital city. Whether it's general dentistry or crafting cosmetic miracles, she's on a journey of constant growth and learning. Beyond the dental chair, you'll find Dr. Noor diving into eclectic cuisines, mastering pickleball moves, and soaking up the Texas sun. Oh, and did we mention she's a certified cat enthusiast? Nebula and Dante, her two feline buddies, hold the key to her heart—and yes, she might just have a photo album dedicated to their cuteness. Ready to smile brighter with Dr. Noor?
Dr. Rebekah Salinas is a South Texas native from Corpus Christi, Texas. She received both a Bachelors in Science in Biology followed by a Masters in Science in Molecular Pathology at Texas Tech University. In her undergraduate years her passion for dentistry and patient care developed while volunteering at a free community dental clinic. She then received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry where she was awarded the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Award for Outstanding Achievement in Research and graduated with a Distinction in Research.
Dr. Bekah is committed to lifelong learning to provide the best possible patient care and remains eager to complete continuing education courses and staying up to date with the latest innovations in dentistry. She strives to provide a positive, stress-free patient experience and tend to each patient's specific needs. Her favorite aspect of dentistry is the ability to improve patients' overall health and well-being through excellent dental care!
After dental school, Dr. Bekah moved with her fiancé and their two beloved cats (Princess Buttercup and Oreo) to Austin with the intention of calling the unique, vibrant city their forever home. In her spare time, she loves to try out new restaurants, enjoy the live music events of Austin, and spend time with family and friends.
After graduating from NYU and University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), Dr. Viraj Desai wanted to establish an Austin dental practice that focused as much on quality care as patient comfort. She made the move from NYC to Austin, and SWISH Dental came to be. When she’s not in the office, Dr. Desai loves to explore Austin’s outdoors and thriving music scene. She is also a practicing yogi, fashion connoisseur, & avid traveler.
After growing up in North Carolina and Virginia and attending dental school in Boston, Dr. Brendan Loehr made the move to Austin to find the perfect work/life balance. He is committed to providing the highest quality dental care in a patient-centered environment. He loves connecting with his patients on a personal level and helping them achieve their dental goals. Dr. Loehr has extensive experience with full mouth cosmetic procedures, as well as Invisalign and family dentistry.
When not working, you can find him training around the Austin area for his next big race. He has completed the Boston Marathon and competed in the Kona Ironman Championships twice.
Graduating from University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco, California, Dr. Han decided to join the flourishing city of Austin. Dedicated to the highest quality of dental care for his patients, Dr. Han is thrilled to provide excellent dental treatment to his new neighbors. He loves to play golf on Sunday mornings, run alongside Lady Bird Lake, and cook the most perfect medium-rare ribeye cap steaks.
Schedule your appointment today and experience the Swish Dental difference. We provide convenient insurance and financing options, ensuring a stress-free dental experience.
Our studios offer a full range of dental services including all preventative, cosmetic, and emergency services.
At Swish, we believe that the key to providing the best patient experience starts with our staff. We are committed to empowerment with a focus on continued education- keeping up with the latest technology and innovations in our industry.
We’re in network with major insurers like Delta Dental, Aetna, and Cigna. And for those that don't have insurance, we have low-cost memberships and payment plans.
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To cancel or reschedule your appointment we ask that you call or text at least 48 hours before your scheduled appointment time.
All cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance.
For all missed appointments, without proper notification, a $50 no-show fee will be applied to your account.
For most patients, we recommend 2 preventative cleaning per year - every 6 months. In some cases, patients may need additional cleanings or a deeper clean like a gum therapy treatment.
At Swish, X-rays are needed annually to see what is going on inside the teeth and below the gums to ensure that good oral health is maintained.
At Swish we use low radiation X-rays and according to both the American Dental Association and the American Pregnancy Association, dental X-rays do not have enough radiation to cause any harm to a pregnant woman or her baby. However, we recommend talking to your doctor before and bringing a note from your OBGYN to the visit for clearance and instructions on how to proceed
If it is a true emergency you should call 911 or go to the nearest Emergency Room. For all other dental emergencies you can schedule an emergency appointment online or call the office. Our staff will do everything they can to accommodate you as quickly as possible!
Yes, at Swish we are able to care for your entire family. However, for certain complex pediatric treatments we may refer you to a pediatric specialist.
We offer services that fall under General & Family Dentistry, Invisalign, Cosmetic Dentistry, Veeners, Crowns, Bridges, Implants, Botox/Filler, Endodontics, Periodontics, Sleep apnea, Oral Surgery. If a service you're interested in isn't listed here, give us a call - chances are we can help! Our experts are trained in many areas to treat all of your dental and oral care needs.
To view all of our services, visit our service page.
If the service you need isn’t listed, call us at 512-647-6045. Chances are we do it. Our experienced dentists offer a full range of preventative, restorative, cosmetic, and specialty care.
Yes, we have partnered with the trusted specialists at Complete Specialty Solutions to provide complete oral surgery treatments in Swish owned facilities for your convenience.
We take most PPO plans - use our simple insurance checker to determine if you're covered or call us to discuss what your out of pocket cost may be.
For most patients, we recommend 2 preventative cleaning per year - every 6 months. In some cases, patients may need additional cleanings or a deeper clean like a gum therapy treatment.
Yes, we offer both payment plans and financing. You can learn more about it our accepted insurance providers or call us at 512-647-6045 to discuss your specific needs.
If another dentist has recommended a treatment plan and you want a second opinion, we are happy to provide one. Just give us a call at 512-647-6045. If you’re a Swish Dental patient and your dentist recommends a procedure, you’re welcome to seek a second opinion. We provide in-house second opinions from other Swish dentists, or we can provide you with our proposed treatment plan to take to another dentist.
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It depends on your insurer and plan. If you would like to move forward with the treatment plan provided by your dentist we'll run your insurance and give you the best possible estimate of what you'll pay out of pocket.
Schedule your appointment today and experience the Swish Dental difference. We provide convenient insurance and financing options, ensuring a stress-free dental experience.