BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street

Gabe was an incredible hygienist! Very thorough, informative, gentle, and kind ! Dr Cummings is great , too! Definitely recommended this dentist for all dental needs. -molly thrush

I was not actually greeted, the receptionist, while pleasant, just asked what my last name and date of birth was. I wasn’t even sure if they knew I had scheduled an appointment. They made no mention of whether I was on the schedule, how long the wait was gonna be or anything like that. No acknowledgement of me being expected or anything. Then they asked for my insurance card and asked me to fill out the paperwork which took a few moments. When they did call me in, the tech actually said “welcome to the practice” but didn’t introduce himself, nor why I was being asked to stand in front of a large white contraption. Eventually I was instructed to bite on a piece of plastic that was wrapped in plastic, after having a lead vest placed on me, so obviously it was an X-ray machine. Would have been nice to know that ahead of time. Call me old fashioned.

Then I was asked to sit in an exam room, fair enough, yet there were three chairs including the exam chair...so I picked the exam chair but didn’t sit all the way down because I figured I would have to move in case I might have to be relocated or something. The room was devoid of decoration which I found somewhat unsettling but I got over it. The music was pretty good, so I jammed out to Rick James while I waited, which lightened the mood. The tech returned to take my blood pressure, which, again, I didn’t know was happening but should have guessed due to the cuff that inflated on my arm, but I’m sorry, I don’t remember getting my blood pressure checked at the dentist before....call me old fashioned.

When the tech returned, he instructed me to sit all the way in the exam chair and we discussed the x-rays a bit which turned out to be positive and he made me feel better about my lack of dental visits for the last 25 years, because my xrays looked good. He continued to explain that I would see some new technology since I hadn’t been in a dentists office in so long, which I appreciated.

The tech’s tools and gloves had a less-than-pleasant taste and I couldn’t help but wonder, would it be that difficult to make these things taste minty or maybe have a choice of flavors to make the experience more pleasant?

The device used to take additional xrays (I guess, another lead vest was administered so again I’m deducing, but was never actually ‘told’ what was happening) was odd in that I had to clamp my teeth over it and while doing so I felt the need to swallow, but was instructed not to move so I tried my hardest not to do so.

When the dentist came in, he was the first person to introduce himself, And welcomed me to the practice, which was nice, he reaffirmed the good news that my X-rays looked good. He began to poke around and talked to the tech about their findings and did a good job about explaining what was happening. Once he was done, he explained the treatment plan, then he said Danielle will be in to explain the billing. Danielle came in and it turned out to be the same person who “greeted” me. She welcomed me to the practice again,
and was very sweet and explained everything clearly and even complimented me on my insurance.

So, I had to schedule a future appointment to actually get any cleaning done, which I didn’t realize until speaking with Danielle, but given my length of non-care, I can understand. It would have been nice for someone to say this before beginning the whole ordeal, but things could have been much worse. I can tell they value “welcoming to the practice” but they could work on their introductions/greeting skills and general intake process, being more informative and asking if the patient has any questions. Call me old fashioned.

This place is great. I've been going to Blvd for around a year now and I have no complaints. I started with just a teeth cleaning and ended up getting invisalign. First, the teeth cleaning is quick and they do a good job getting your teeth clean. Second, if you're thinking of getting invisalign go to this place. When I was a kid I had braces for five years. With BLVD dentistry and invisalign it was less than four months. Definitely worth it. Just went there a few days ago to get some fillings done and another great visit. Another perk is that there is ample free parking and tvs in all the rooms. Plus they play some good music throughout the day. Thanks again.

I am a born and raised austinite and have been to many different dentists over my life here. The hygeinists and assistants, as well as the dentist, are always very attentive to detail. Everything is always explained and the work is performed very comfortably.

As someone with anxiety and general stress about going to the dentist, this is the place that fixed that for me. They even gave me a complimentary n95 mask when mine fell on the floor. Clean, well maintained office and dental exam rooms.

Professional and personable at the office. I got there early & the saw me before my appointment time. Have a follow up for a crown coming up, have good confidence they will do a great job.

Emergencies handled with complete attention and care. Totally appreciate the kind and expert staff. And of course, the expert care of Dr Cummings. Appreciated!

Great dental office, friendly team. State of the art equipment, I’m definitely making this my go to for any dental issues.

At BLVD you get great treatment for your teeth. Tgey are thorough and kind and i always feel great about my teeth after my visit. Two whitening options too. And they have never made me wait!

Excellent service and definitely recommend to everyone. Punctual and very friendly. Never felt rushed and all questions answered. Kierra helped every step of the way from getting X-Rays to rescheduling my appointment. A big THANK YOU.

This office has been such a blessing. Since BLVD took over, I have had nothing but great experiences and worked with caring staff. I even live by another BLVD office and still drive to 5th due to how great they are (not slamming the other office as Ive never been there, just my experience). I would highly recommend this office for any dental needs.