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Dr. Steven Lester Van Wicklen, DDS

Dentist - General

Highlights

  • Has Online Scheduling

Biography

Awarded “Best in Austin” by the Austin Chronicle, 1996, Dr. Steven Van Wicklen has established 30+ years of impeccable reputation as one of Austin’s most trusted general dentist.

As a Texas native, D… Read more ›

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Office Hours

  • Mon:8:00am - 4:00pm
  • Tue:8:00am - 4:00pm
  • Wed:8:00am - 4:00pm
  • Thu:8:00am - 4:00pm
  • Fri:8:00am - 1:00pm

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Dr. Van Wicklen is the best- a great personality, thorough, and always respectful and attentive. His office staff is very kind and personable, and the dental hygienists are great. Kirsten always takes good care of me and is very gentle. I regularly recommend Dr Van Wicklen to others. …

Allison S.

Summary

Provider Training

UniversityDegreeFocusGraduated
UT AustinBachelors DegreeBiology1981
UT Health Science Center Dental School San AntonioDoctorateDoctor of Dental Surgery1985

Experience & Accolades

RoleOrganizationTime
Professional MemberAmerican Orthodontic Society
Professional Member
Present
Professional MemberAmerican Dental Association
Professional Member
Present
Professional MemberTexas Dental Association
Professional Member
Present
Professional MemberTenth District Dental Society
Professional Member
Present

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Specialties

Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
Medical Specialties
  • Dentist

Years In Practice: 40 (started in 1985)

Accepts New Patients: Yes

Dr. Van Wicklen specializes in treating the following types of patients:

  • Adults
  • Athletes
  • Elderly and Geriatric Patients
  • Teens and Young Adults

Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine

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Reviews

Average Rating: 4.8
Number of Reviews: 20
Most Recent Review: 03/23/2015
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Average Wait Time Less than 5 minutes

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Verified Patient

The best dentist in South Austin!

Dr. Van Wicklen is the best- a great personality, thorough, and always respectful and attentive. His office staff is very kind and personable, and the dental hygienists are great. Kirsten always takes good care of me and is very gentle. I regularly recommend Dr Van Wicklen to others.

Allison S. 03/23/2015
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Very gentle and efficient

Checked my teeth and X-rays.

Shirley V. 02/17/2015
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Great Dentist!

Have been going to Steven for years and he is truly a Great dentist and one of the friendliest guys I have ever met. His entire staff has been there for years and are very friendly also.

Mark S. 02/04/2015
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Great experience, great dentist

Best dentist in Austin.

Thomas C. 01/12/2015
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Great!

Great ortho visit!

L. R. 12/11/2014
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Best dentist ever!

Always excellent service! Everyone is like family here!

Holly L. 02/19/2015
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Fantastic!

Always a joy to visit. Staff is reliable and friendly.

Mabry C. 02/05/2015
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Best Root Canal EVER!

I have high anxiety when it comes to the dentist and Dr. Van Wicklen is the absolute best! His staff is awesome too! They are so nice and want you to feel at ease and comfortable. A truly great experience all in all!

Karen P. 01/12/2015
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Difficult extraction

A difficult extraction but Dr VanWicklen did it with ease and no pain. So good with injection.

Nancy K. 12/11/2014
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My Favorite Dentist

I've been coming to Dr. Van Wicklen since I moved to Austin. After several bad experiences, I was quite hesitant, but he calmed me and rid my fears of dentist. Now I refer all friends and family to him. He is the best. Wonderful chair side manner. Friendly and down to earth.

A. G. 12/08/2014
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Procedures & Services

Procedures & Treatments Offered

  • Checkups
  • Cosmetic Bonding
  • Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Dental Implants
  • Dentures
  • Emergency Dentistry
  • Full-mouth Restoration
  • General Dentistry
  • General Orthodontics
  • Gum Desease
  • Invisalign
  • Laser Cavity Detection
  • One-visit Porcelain Crowns
  • Oral Surgery
  • Perdiodontics
  • Periodontal Cleanings
  • Restorations
  • Root Canals
  • Sealants To Protect Teeth From Decay
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Veneers
  • White Fillings
  • X-rays

Commonly Prescribed Medications

  • As needed

Billing Policies & Payment Options

Dr. Steven Lester Van Wicklen, DDS accepts the following payment methods:
  • Care Credit
  • Discover
  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
  • Personal Check
  • Cash

More info: We accept checks, cash, and all major credit cards. Pre-treatment estimates and complete written treatment plans are provided to all patients prior to scheduling treatment appointments. We work with CareCredit™, a no-interest, extended financing program

Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Unknown

Bills on a Sliding Scale?: Unknown

Accepted Insurance

Accepted Insurance

The office will accept most insurance plans as an out-of-network provider; please call for additional information.

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