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South Texas Smiles

Affordable dentistry with sedation on Huebner Rd, northwest San Antonio TX.

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(210) 972-5468WebsiteUpdated Oct 15, 2026

About South Texas Smiles

South Texas Smiles operates on Huebner Road in the Northwest Side area of San Antonio, Texas. Sedation dentistry uses inhaled, oral, or intravenous options to help patients relax through treatment, ranging from nitrous oxide for mild anxiety through to deeper sedation for longer or more involved procedures. It is commonly used for patients who have avoided the dentist for years due to fear.

A professional cleaning removes the plaque and hardened tartar that brushing and flossing cannot reach, particularly along the gumline, and is the core of routine preventive care. Most people benefit from a cleaning roughly every six months, more often for those managing gum disease.

Affordable care means the practice sets out to make treatment accessible on a self-pay basis or through a payment arrangement, rather than assuming every patient arrives with comprehensive insurance. It is worth asking directly what options exist before assuming a needed treatment is out of reach.

General dentistry covers the routine and restorative care most people need most often — examinations, cleanings, fillings, and preventive checks that catch problems while they are still small and inexpensive to treat. Regular attendance, roughly every six months for most patients, is what makes that early-catch approach actually work.

Routine attendance, roughly every six months for most people, is what actually keeps small problems small. A lot of decay and gum disease develops without any pain in its early stages, which is why regular checkups matter even when nothing seems to be wrong, rather than only booking an appointment once something hurts.

A first appointment at a new practice typically covers a full examination, a review of your dental and medical history, and a professional cleaning, with X-rays if you do not have recent ones. It is also a reasonable time to raise any longer-term concerns, cosmetic or otherwise, so they can be factored into a plan going forward. Contact details for South Texas Smiles are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Based on Huebner Road in the Northwest Side area of San Antonio, Texas, South Texas Smiles provides sedation dentistry and dental cleaning alongside routine dental care. The practice is open Monday through Friday. Contact details and a full list of services are on this page.

Clinic Details

Best Known For

Sedation Dentistry, Preventive Cleanings, General Dentistry, Affordable Dental Care

Business Hours

Monday
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday(Today)
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday
8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is South Texas Smiles located?
South Texas Smiles is a dental practice in San Antonio, Texas (ZIP 78240).
What services does South Texas Smiles offer?
It is a general dental practice offering preventive, restorative, and cosmetic care for patients of every age.
Does the practice treat children and adults?
Yes. The office sees patients of all ages for routine and ongoing dental care.
How often should I have a dental checkup?
Most dentists recommend a checkup and professional cleaning every six months, which helps catch problems while they are still small.
How do I book an appointment at South Texas Smiles?
Use this page to contact South Texas Smiles directly with a question or to request an appointment.

Location

Services Offered

Affordable Dental Care

Affordable care is a focus at South Texas Smiles, with attention to keeping common treatments within reach.

Sedation Dentistry

Sedation options make longer or more involved procedures easier to sit through for nervous patients.

Dental Cleaning

Routine cleanings clear built-up plaque and tartar, supporting healthy gums and a brighter smile between checkups.

General Dentistry

General dentistry at South Texas Smiles brings together comprehensive exams, cleanings, fillings, and gum-health monitoring, the everyday care that keeps a San Antonio smile in good shape.

Other services

Dental ImplantsRoot Canal TreatmentEmergency DentistryInvisalignVeneersDentures

Reviews

304 reviews

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M***2 weeks ago

I went in yesterday for my routine dental cleaning! Ruth was a pleasure to work with. She was very careful and gentle but most thorough, and explained the process as we went along. Dr. Panko examined me and found a small cavity. I was very grateful that she took care of my filling the same day. She was very caring and gentle and efficient in the process, and it was painless! It was also a pleasure dealing with Dr. Panko, as well as her assistant Felicia, always friendly, courteous and knowledgeable. The front-office staff was also great to work with, as it always is! Thank you, Everyone!!

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A***3 weeks ago

Very, very, professional ! Didn't wait long. They took care of my wife and I,really quick.

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C***3 weeks ago

Very professional and lind

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r***3 weeks ago

Appointments are seen on time which is rare. Staff is very friendly and caring. Very professional office.

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E***1 month ago

My 1st visit was a win. I was treated with respect & they truly care about their patience.

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D***2 months ago

I JUST WANT TO SAY I WAS TREATED VERY COURTEOUSLY , VERY NICE , THE GIRLS UP FRONT WERE WONDERFUL. SO PLEASANT. MY DENTIST WAS VERY SWEET , AND VERY THOROUGH, ABOUT WHAT KIND OF WORK I NEEDED. SHE CAME UP WITH TWO DIFFERENT PLANS FOR THE WORK THAT'S GOING TO NEED TO BE DONE. I'M SO GLAD I CHOSE SOUTH TEXAS MILES. THANK YOU FOR GIVING ME THIS OPPORTUNITY

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S***3 months ago

By far the most incompetent dentist I have been to in my life (and I had multiple cavities drilled with no numbing as a child). Frankly it’s a bit scammy too. They drag every procedure into multiple appointments. My last visit there I was in the chair for over 4 hours and they were unable to put a simple crown on and were forced to send me to a competent dentist. Avoid if you have any other options

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J***3 months ago

Thought this could be my dental place in San Antonio to support a private practice, but like any business still money-centered. I was coming for cleanings and fillings, and my recent and last visit with them the dentist accidentally chipped one of my teeth. They gave me a discount for the Curadon procedure, but later I got a statement from for another $100+ charge because “my cleaning wasn’t covered.” If this was more patient centric practice I would gladly come back, but to chip one of my teeth and charge me more on top of what I already paid out of pocket was absurd to me. The dentist herself was yapping away while doing my sealants with her assistant. Just seemed like poor negligence overall. It was going well at first, but my outcome was very disappointing. Did not like the way they handled the situation and won’t be returning.

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D***3 months ago

Had a 3 tooth bridge made and placed (2nd fitting ) was a charm. Everyone is so awesome.

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J***3 months ago

Great care, very personalized and efficient even in this day and age.

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J***4 months ago

All of the staff and Dr. Maldonado were absolutely WONDERFUL dealing with my mom and her dental concerns. I highly recommend this practice and am thrilled to have found a great dentist! I now am a patient, too, and am just as pleased as I was with how they treated Mom! Shelly is a FANTASTIC dental hygienist!

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