Costs before treatment
You'll get a written estimate, with what insurance is expected to cover, before any work beyond your exam.
About us
A neighborhood practice that takes its time.
Open Smile is a family dental office on South Lamar. We see kids, parents and grandparents, and we'd rather explain twice than have you leave unsure.
Your dentist
Dr. Michael Torres, D.D.S.
Dr. Torres is a general dentist who has cared for Austin families for more than ten years. He opened Open Smile to run the kind of office he'd want for his own family: on time, clear about costs, and calm.
He's known for showing patients their own X-rays and intraoral photos before recommending anything, so treatment decisions are made together.
Outside the office he's usually on the Barton Creek Greenbelt with his wife and two kids, or coaching under-10 soccer.
How we work
What you can expect from us
On-time appointments
We schedule realistic visit lengths so you're not sitting in the waiting room.
Answers after hours
Our chat assistant answers questions and books visits evenings and weekends. The team follows up next business day.
Our team
The people you'll meet
Dr. Sarah Chen, D.D.S.
Associate dentist
Dr. Chen sees patients alongside Dr. Torres and has a gift for putting kids and nervous adults at ease.
Jennifer Adams, RDH
Registered dental hygienist
Jennifer does many of our cleanings and gum care visits, and will happily show you the brushing spots you miss.
Emily Rodriguez, RDH
Registered dental hygienist
Emily sees hygiene patients Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and is our go-to for kids' first cleanings.
Come meet us
New patients usually get in within a week or two.