At Balcones Family Dental, our commitment is to treat you as a guest in our home so you can feel at ease in our care. We strive to provide the highest quality dental care possible in a comfortable and friendly environment. We are pleased to utilize state-of-the-art dental technologies to make treatment more convenient and comfortable for you, and we look forward to working with you on a treatment plan tailored to your needs, desires for your smile, and your budget.
We want you to have a smile that will maximize your personal health and appearance. We also hope to be your dentist for a long time. To achieve this, our focus is your individual satisfaction and optimum oral health.
Do you ever worry about cleanliness in dental offices? We go above and beyond for you, exceeding the American Dental Association (ADA) and OSHA recommended standards for a clean and safe practice. We have a dedicated area with state-of-the-art sterilization technology, where every instrument is disinfected, and made ready before your visit. We also sanitize each room between patients, and we use a closed water system (rather than everyday tap water). We worry about the cleanliness of our office so youll never have to!
Our team at Balcones Family Dental is fully trained, skilled, and certified to provide you with the expertise you are looking for. We fulfill our responsibility to continuing education by attending dental conventions, seminars, and lectures and keeping up-to-date on the latest dental technologies and procedures. We are always searching for ways to better serve you and your family as patients.
Children typically become receptive to dental care and cooperative for routine dental visits around age 3 or 4, but parents should start inspecting their childrens mouth as early as they get teeth. Establish good oral health habits by making teeth brushing fun for your child! Play brushing games using a flashlight to shine in your childs mouth, tickle them to make them laugh and open wide, or consider a rewards system for teeth brushing. Be as regular as you can so your child not only gets used to teeth brushing but also grows to understand that it is important.
When children are old enough for a dental visit, we start them out with a happy visit at our office. The main purpose of this visit is for children to get comfortable with us and the office environment, and we will do as much or as little as they will allow so the experience is positive and nothing is forced. We have found that by doing this, children will soon let us take a digital wellness scan, clean their teeth, and perform an examination of their entire mouth. This enables us to detect cavities and possible orthodontic needs early, which in turn makes more conservative and cost-efficient treatment possible. We perform early cavity detection in our office with laser-assisted decay detection technology called Diagnodent. See our Services page for more info!
Dr. Paul Lounsberry has been practicing general dentistry in Austin since he graduated from dental school at the University Of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 1984. One of Dr. Lounsberrys long-term goals was to have a neighborhood family practice near home. He fulfilled that goal in June of 1995 when he opened Balcones Family Dental, and as the name implies, his practice caters to the entire family! Dr. Lounsberrys greatest loves in life are his wife Sandy and their three beautiful children. They are also his greatest supporters. Dr. Lounsberry stays active in the interests of his community through his involvement in his church, the schools in the area, and his neighborhood. His other interests are in the great outdoors as he spends his leisure time boating, golfing, and hunting.
Dr. Lounsberry sets a high standard of excellence for himself. As part of this, he is dedicated to continuing education and training to be able to bring you the latest and most effective dental care. Each year he takes more than 50 hours of continuing education courses and serves as Restorative Advisor in Lone Star Dental Seminars a Seattle Study Club. Dr. Lounsberry is also member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Texas Dental Association, Texas Academy of General Dentistry, and the Capital Area Dental Society.
Dr. Lounsberry has had a special place in his heart for many years for the Texas Baptist Childrens Home (TCBH) in Round Rock, TX. He was part of a group of local business men and women that started a special yearly fund-raising event for the Childrens Home in 1992. Every April you will find him participating in the Annual Golf Marathon, helping raise funds for TCBH. Many of the children and moms who come through the TCBH are in need of dental care. Dr. Lounsberry and his staff have always been willing to extend a helping hand and provide dental care for those less fortunate.
Dr. Ross Maddox is originally from Dallas and has been in the Central Texas area for over 10 years. He earned his Bachelors of Science in Microbiology from Texas State University and is a graduate of the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. Dr. Maddox joined Balcones Family Dental in the summer of 2011. His affinity for the hill country and outdoors make Austin a perfect home for Dr. Maddox.
Dr. Maddox is a member of the Capital Area Dental Society, TDA, and ADA. He also participates in The Lone Star Dental Seminars, a local affiliate of Seattle Study Club, where he earns more than 40 hours of CE credits yearly.
Dr. Maddox married the love of his life, Cherie Maddox, in 2013. Cherie is also in the healthcare profession and is a registered nurse. Together they enjoy camping, running, traveling, sports, and spending time with their two dogs: Danish, a Great Dane, and Daisy, a Lab-Border Collie mix. Dr. Maddox also has a special love for music, so living in the Live Music Capital of the World is a dream come true. (Hidden Talent- He has been a percussionist for over 20 years.)
Dr. Sharaf received his Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree in his home country of Egypt in 2011. Following graduation, he practiced as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon for five years, and in 2016, he began attending the University of Southern California where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2018. Dr. Sharaf has also completed a one-year oral and maxillofacial surgery internship at Louisiana State University where he received training in the areas of: complex oral surgery procedures; oral and facial surgery inpatient management; operating room oral surgery; and, implant dentistry procedures.
Dr. Sharaf is currently a member of the Texas Dental Association, the American Dental Association, and his local district dental society. In his spare time, Dr. Sharaf enjoys spending time at the lake with friends, playing tennis, and flying.
Reviews
Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 89 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestElise Carper
a year ago
Incredibly warm, caring, professional staff greeted me and this continued throughout my visit. Staff are knowledgeable and fun to talk with and really know their buisness. I've already recommended this practice to 2 people!
Bill Weber
a year ago
I had a very good first experience with Balcones Family Dental. Everyone was courteous and professional. They spent so much more time with me than any dental I had been to previously. So far, highly recommended.
Kelly Lutz
a year ago
Dr Mattox is engaging, professional, extremely knowledgeable and proficient. His staff is incredible. My hygentist Casey is amazing. Calm, thorough and her expertise shows after each cleaning. Awesome people. Awesome practice. The business staff, Darlene and Jaime are always so helpful and positive. An outstanding operation throughout.
Wendy Richardson
2 years ago
Staff is so friendly and the doctor is so through!!! Best dentist office in Austin!
Sharon Huber
2 years ago
Love this practice
Esai Cordova
2 years ago
The best dentist I have found in Austin. I went to another local dentist and Balcones Family Dental has blown them out of the water in one visit. They are so kind, and so intelligent, on all aspects of the body. They will sort your concerns and fears out gorgeously. I can't thank them enough for helping me with concerns other doctors struggled to. Highly highly recommend!!!
K Wishard
2 years ago
My dentist for 10+ years has earned this recommendation by consistently promoting a customer-centric way of doing business. They have a friendly staff that has grasped the idea that smiles and attitudes are contagious. Over the years, wife and daughters tired of lesser treatment in other offices and migrated here. They text you a reminder before your appointment, handle the insurance stuff, and treat you like a valued client every time.
Debra Morris
2 years ago
We love our experiences here, and they all feel just like family to us.
Wil K.
2 years ago
MEAN MEAN MEAN. WILL NEVER USE THEM AGAIN
Dara Bessinger
2 years ago
If you are new to Austin and looking for a dentist, this is your place! I had my first visit today and the entire process from calling and scheduling an appointment to checking out was flawless. Every person I interacted with was kind and respectful. They took their time to get to know me and gave me honest opinions/options for treatments moving forward. I'm usually not a huge fan of the dentist but I genuinely enjoyed my visit today! Thank you Casey and Dr. Maddox!
Brittney Mendoza
2 years ago
Balcones dental did a wonderful job making the process smooth. Joanna was with me the whole time and I appreciated her professionalism and gentleness.
Kimberly Stroud
2 years ago
I feel like I hit the jackpot finding this dentist office for our family. Dr Maddox is great, front office staff is wonderful/friendly, billing has never once been an issue and I can't say enough good things about all the technicians. They run on time which is a huge deal to me with my busy schedule. They never rush our appointments and seem to always be well staffed and like they actually like each other. Everyone is consistently friendly and easy to work with. 5 stars all the way!
Ken Baldwin
2 years ago
Dr. Maddox and staff are first class. Been going there for years. They take the time to do it right.
Austin Cykala
2 years ago
Great visit, excellent staff, clean, comfortable and RELAXING! Yes, Relaxed in the dentist chair. If you have dental anxiety this team is the answer.
Kathy Clayton
2 years ago
Going to the dentist is never my first choice...but going regularly to Balcones is almost painless! The best dental experiences I have ever had. Thanks.
Vanessa Grall
2 years ago
Dr.Maddox is an excellent dentist. I trust his judgement and recommendations. Kris, dental hygienist, did a very thorough job cleaning my teeth. Rhonda, financial manager, explained my financial responsibility after insurance. Everyone I encounter there is friendly and knowledgeable.
Elaina Lockhart
2 years ago
I had my first appointment here today. Everyone there was so friendly and helpful. I felt very comfortable and I definitely made a good decision by coming here. I'll definitely be recommending BFD to those looking for a dentist.
Brittany Lewis-Hill (Britt)
2 years ago
I got a piece of popcorn stuck in the back of my mouth. For days, I tried to get it out; however, it refused to be removed. I kept digging at it, and I finally got it out, or so I thought. The next morning when I woke up my mouth was swollen and it hurt like no bodies business. I had a horrific experience getting my wisdom teeth removed (somewhere else) and it felt worse than that. I called around to several places in the area, I don't have insurance and I haven't been able to get into a dentist since 2018. I would like to say that I chose this place because they had great reviews or something like that but that is not the case. I chose this place because they were the only ones who had availability and boy am I glad! Sometime during the day I realized that I could see part of the popcorn hull still stuck. I used a toothpick and managed to get the other half of the hull out. Within the hour the swelling had reduced, I felt so much better, but I want to head with the appointment just because I wanted to be safe. Someone in my family died because of a tooth related issue and while I understand that it's fairly uncommon, you know how horror stories from people you know and love tend to weigh heavier on your heart. Anyway, I'm nervous because I've had some bad experiences with dentists, but they made me feel right at home. Dr. Maddox answered all my questions and gave me some hope about being able to straighten my teeth. The last time I talk to a doctor about it, they said that I would need braces, and it would cost about $10,000-$15,000. I don't have that kind of money, but I recognize that I have some issues with my teeth because overcrowding makes them hard to brush. I need to get some fillings and then I'm hoping to work with them on fixing my teeth! I have never been so happy coming from a dentist office ever in my life. Thank you guys so much! Keep doing what you do! Everyone was also super friendly and super kind and super informative. While my husband isn't a fan of chatty medical personnel, I have way too many questions, and because of some of my traumatic past experiences, I love medical personnel who are like these guys I just wanna get to know you. It helps me feel more comfortable and relieved.
Tesfai Alem
2 years ago
Great place. Wonderful people. Best dental care in town.
SAFrohling
2 years ago
Dr L & team provide excellent dental care in a very upbeat friendly environment..I can say I actually look forward to seeing them for my periodic checkups..
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