Family and cosmetic dentistry near Lake Travis
Smyleee Rating
Excellent
Lake Pointe Dental is a multi-doctor family and cosmetic practice on FM 2244 near Lake Travis in west Austin (78738), led by Dr. Holly M. Murphy and Dr. Howell. The practice positions itself as Austin family and cosmetic dentistry, with a service mix designed for everyday dental needs alongside the cosmetic touch-ups patients add over time. The Lake Travis-adjacent location serves the Bee Cave / Lakeway / Steiner Ranch corridor of west Austin.
For everyday care, the practice handles the routine cleanings, exams, and conversations about anything you have been postponing. In-office teeth whitening is a notable offering — described as a highly effective process that gives patients a brighter, whiter smile in a single visit rather than weeks of at-home tray work. Emergency dental care has its own scheduling slot for sudden tooth pain or trauma, so patients with urgent needs do not have to wait days for a regular appointment. The practice's family-and-cosmetic focus means the conversation about what is needed versus what is optional happens up front rather than getting buried in a treatment plan after the fact.
If you live in the Lake Travis / Bee Cave area and want a multi-doctor family practice with in-office whitening and a no-frills approach to general care, this fits.
Cost-wise, the practice offers a Green Leaf Membership Plan — a discounted fee dental plan for patients without traditional dental insurance — alongside accepting most major dental insurance for those who have it. An online payment portal makes statements and bill management straightforward. Searches that bring patients here include family dentist near Lake Travis Austin, in-office teeth whitening near Bee Cave, cosmetic dentist in 78738, emergency dentist in west Austin, and a multi-doctor family practice in the Steiner Ranch area. The practice suits patients who want the continuity of a small multi-doctor team with cosmetic and emergency options without bouncing across town to specialty practices.
A practice on FM 2244 near Lake Travis led by Drs. Holly Murphy and Howell — offering family and cosmetic dentistry including in-office teeth whitening with a discounted fee plan for uninsured patients.
Best Known For
Cosmetic Dentistry, Emergency Dental Care, General Dentistry, Teeth Whitening
| Monday | 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday(Today) | Closed |
Cosmetic dentistry at Lake Pointe Dental improves the appearance of a smile through treatments such as whitening and veneers, planned around each patient's goals.
Emergency dental care addresses urgent problems such as a severe toothache, a broken tooth, or a lost filling, with prompt attention to relieve pain.
General dentistry at Lake Pointe Dental covers the routine care that keeps teeth healthy — exams, professional cleanings, tooth-colored fillings, and decay prevention — for patients across Austin.
Professional teeth whitening lifts staining and discoloration for a noticeably brighter smile, with results more reliable than over-the-counter kits.
Smyleee Rating
Excellent
188 reviews
Smyleee Rating reflects verified profile signals, reviews, and overall care quality.
Best dental practice I have ever used.
Dr. Murphy and her staff are always so nice and professional. They really pay attention to details and care for their patients.
I had been a patient of this practice for 11 years, i.e., ever since arriving in Austin, and I would like to share my appreciation and concerns. I am quite judicious when choosing medical professionals and I quickly became very comfortable knowing that Lake Pointe Dental “LPD” was overseeing my dental health. Dr. Murphy (and previously Dr. Butcher) consistently provided great care as well as practical expertise and is among the best dentists that I have ever known (and I’ve known a lot of them). Dr. Murphy is a superior professional (easily *****). Unfortunately, the billing practices and interactions with the office staff recently became problematic, hence my concerns and a lower overall rating. Nonetheless, I want this review to be constructive and to be reflective of my 11 years as a patient. Finances are very important to me. I do not have dental insurance and despite [1] asking upfront what the charges would be for a specific office visit and signing off on the cost, as well as [2] always paying in-full at the time of service for services rendered, a recent statement from LPD surprised me when it indicated a “balance due” for a charge added to my last visit. I sent an email addressed to Dr. Murphy about this experience and requested a reply from her, but I did not receive a response -likely because she never saw my email. However, I did get an email response from “Lake Pointe Dental Associates” (not a specific person). The email included an apology and it indicated in a somewhat “BOT-ish” fashion that “payment can be made online.” I asked a follow-up question, but I did not get a response this time, either. As noted, while LPD’s dentists, dental assistants and hygienists provide 5 star care, I became increasingly apprehensive about the organization’s billing practices and their apparent unresponsiveness to my inquiries; therein lies the room for improvement. Unfortunately, the office created a problem and disappointment for an otherwise longtime fan of the practice (at which I am no longer a patient). Good Luck!
Dr. Murphy and her excellent staff worked me in as a new patient on a very busy Monday for a minor dental emergency and provided the best of professional care. Highly recommend!
Having just moved to Austin from out of state, I needed to find a new dentist. This Dental office was amazing and they were very gentle and very personable. I would highly recommend.
I have never had such a great experience at a dentist's office before. Both the hygienist and the doctor were excellent. The facility is clean and I could tell the staff cares about the patients. The hygienist was extremely skilled and did an excellent job of cleaning patiently. Doctor Murphy had great bedside manners and wasn't pushy for anything.
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