Dr. Austin Starr

Dr. Austin Starr specializes in oral and maxillofacial surgery, covering everything from wisdom teeth removal to corrective jaw procedures. The practice handles cases that general dentists typically refer out—impacted teeth, facial trauma reconstruction, and even complex dental implant placements. Patients dealing with TMJ disorders or needing biopsies of oral lesions also land here, where surgical precision is the focus. Bedford’s quiet streets make it an unexpected hub for this kind of specialized care, but the office sits just off the main drag.

The address, 2614 Smile Ln, is easy to miss if you’re not looking for it, tucked between a row of professional buildings and a stretch of residential homes. It’s one of those places where the name of the street feels oddly fitting, given the line of work. Most referrals come through local dentists, though walk-ins with urgent needs—like a sudden tooth infection or a broken jaw—aren’t turned away. The building itself is unassuming, blending into the low-key commercial stretch of Bedford without fanfare.

Scheduling a consultation usually starts with a call to (812) 278-8511, where they’ll verify insurance details and outline pre-op instructions if needed. Some procedures, like bone grafts for implants, require multiple visits, while others—simple extractions—wrap up in under an hour. Recovery timelines vary, but the front desk provides printed aftercare guides for everything from stitch removal to managing swelling. It’s the kind of place where follow-up questions are answered without the runaround.

First-time visitors often plug the address into their GPS, but the directions are straightforward once you spot the sign. The surrounding area is mostly medical offices and a few older motels, a mix that gives the block a no-nonsense feel. There’s no café next door or scenic view—just a functional corner of town where people go to fix what hurts.