Shane E. Matt, DDS

Dental

5 stars 502 reviews

211 San Antonio Street
 Austin, TX 78701

(512) 330-9403

Mon - Thu: 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Fri - Sun: Closed

97.5% would refer friends and family to us

5 stars Customer since 2013

considering the average dental procedure would be banned as a form of torture if done to a POW under the Geneva Conventi ... Read More

1 stars Verified customer

I’ve been going to Shane E. Matt DDS (Authentic Smiles) for the past several years. I went in yesterday for my six month ... Read More

Shane E. Matt, DDS replied:

Hi Dane,

We are sorry that you were not fully satisfied with your last visit.

With the new year, we have made some changes in policy. We are now collecting at the time of service, filing your claim, and insurance sends you a reimbursement check in approximately 10 days. It was not our intention to surprise you with this change. We have made multiple efforts to inform all of our patients. We have sent notices via mail and email with each policy change. We have also included this information on every appointment reminder that our system emails.

Our changes in policy have been backed by good-hearted intentions. We believe that insurance had gotten to the point where their influence over treatment was not in the best interest of our patients. By cutting out the time wasted tussling with insurance, we knew that we would be able to offer dental care of the highest quality, and with the highest quality materials. Insurance companies know that the patient is their "customer" and has the option to move insurance companies. They also know that the provider of services does not have options, and in many cases can essentially be strong-armed.

Before making this change, we spoke with a consultant who informed us that 55% of dentists are collecting at the time of service, and that we would be joining the majority. With that said, you will more than likely be able to find a dentist who does not make you pay out-of-pocket, but we sincerely hope that you don't. We value your patronage and would love the opportunity to continue to offer you exceptional dental care in a unique and relaxed environment.

1 stars Customer since 2009

I’ve been going to Shane E. Matt DDS (Authentic Smiles) for the past several years. I went in yesterday for my six month ... Read More

Shane E. Matt, DDS replied:

Hi Dane,

We are sorry that you were not fully satisfied with your last visit.

With the new year, we have made some changes in policy. We are now collecting at the time of service, filing your claim, and insurance sends you a reimbursement check in approximately 10 days. It was not our intention to surprise you with this change. We have made multiple efforts to inform all of our patients. We have sent notices via mail and email with each policy change. We have also included this information on every appointment reminder that our system emails.

Our changes in policy have been backed by good-hearted intentions. We believe that insurance had gotten to the point where their influence over treatment was not in the best interest of our patients. By cutting out the time wasted tussling with insurance, we knew that we would be able to offer dental care of the highest quality, and with the highest quality materials. Insurance companies know that the patient is their "customer" and has the option to move insurance companies. They also know that the provider of services does not have options, and in many cases can essentially be strong-armed.

Before making this change, we spoke with a consultant who informed us that 55% of dentists are collecting at the time of service, and that we would be joining the majority. With that said, you will more than likely be able to find a dentist who does not make you pay out-of-pocket, but we sincerely hope that you don't. We value your patronage and would love the opportunity to continue to offer you exceptional dental care in a unique and relaxed environment.

5 stars Customer since 2012

Beth rocks!

5 stars Verified customer

Shane did a great job on my crown yesterday! Yeah, I'm a BIG chicken in the dentist chair, but everything went fine and ... Read More

5 stars Customer since 2013

Awesome friendly staff, very knowledgable and well taken care of!

4 stars Verified customer

The downtown location is perfect and I appreciate how clean the office is + I Love Beth. She is gentle, and informative. ... Read More

5 stars Customer since 2012

Everyone was very courteous and the checkup was done quickly. The staff helped explain the cleaning process and did not ... Read More

5 stars Customer since 2009

I would say I'm always very happy always here at Authentic smiles and I adore my dentist and the staff.

5 stars Customer since 2009

Always a pleasure to be in such good company while my teeth are getting pampered.