Dr. Viraj Desai, DMD

Dr. Viraj Desai, DMD

Dentist
3310 West Braker Lane, Austin, TX 78758

At a glance

4.78 stars (209 reviews)
96% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 32 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, more+ ·
Works at Swish Dental
8 office locations
Speaks English
4.78
209 reviews
Bedside manner
4.8
Wait time
4.7

Recent reviews

The office was really nice inside! It was decorated so well and felt very clean. Dr. Desai did a great job at explaining everything to me in detail and everyone I interacted with from the front desk to the cleaning to checking out was very personable and seemed generally happy to be there. It was also the least unpleasant/painful cleaning I have had in a long time which I appreciated!
Verified patient
Visit for new patient was longer than typical, they do a 3D modeling of your mouth to detect teeth movement over the years (nice, but not something I was expecting). I was not expecting the appointment to be 1.5 hours. However, the office was clean, up to date tech, and friendly staff. Good cleaning job overall.
Verified patient

Office locations

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Swish Dental
3310 West Braker Lane, Austin, TX, 78758
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Swish Dental
1911 Aldrich Street, Unit 135, Austin, TX, 78723
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Swish Dental
3715 South 1st Street, Suite B, Austin, TX, 78704

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Delta Dental
Guardian
Metlife
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Delta Dental

Popular visit reasons

Braces Consultation
Bridge
Cavities
Clear Aligners / Invisalign Consultation
Dental Cleaning
Dental Consultation
New Patient Dental Exam (Adult)
Root Canal
Braces Consultation
Bridge
Cavities
Clear Aligners / Invisalign Consultation

More about Dr. Viraj Desai, DMD

After graduating from NYU and University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), Dr. Viraj Desai wanted to establish an Austin dental practice that focused as much on quality care as patient comfort. She made the move from NYC to Austin, and SWISH Dental came to be. When she’s not in the office, Dr. Desai loves to explore Austin’s outdoors and thriving music scene. She is also a practicing yogi, fashion connoisseur, & avid traveler. Dr. Desai is also a Diamond Plus Invisalign Provider and is currently working towards her fellowship with the AGD. She is an active member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Texas Dental Association, & Capital Area Dental Society.

Education & experience

Education

Dental School - University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Doctor of Dental Medicine

Practice

Swish Dental

Professional memberships

Texas Dental Assistants Association
Capital Area Dental Society

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Female

NPI number

#1366884819

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.78
Wait time
4.74
Bedside manner
4.84
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The facility and staff were very nice. It had more of a spa vibe than a dentist office, and it worked well.
The entire office was extremely welcoming and pleasant. Put my normal dentist visit anxieties right to ease.
Verified patient
Dr. Patel goes above and beyond for her patients, I am thoroughly impressed with this office every time!
Verified patient
Overall it was a great experience. State of the art technology and a friendly, informative staff.
Verified patient
Honestly a great experience. The staff is awesome and the practice is just top-notch.
Verified patient
So easy, so knowledgable, were very clear about costs, would absolutely recommmend.
Verified patient
Really enjoyed working with Dr. Patel and her Staff. Great bunch. Highly recommend.
Dr Patel and her staff were absolutely amazing. Thorough, informative, and kind.
Verified patient
Dr. Patel is terrific: so gentle, always checking in with me as we went along.
Verified patient
I never go to the doctor/dentist, but I felt at ease and it was a nice visit.
Overall not a bad experience for my first time ar the dentist in years.
Verified patient
The office visit was awesome. Everybody was attentive and very nice.
Verified patient
staff was very friendly and helpful during my visit.
Verified patient
Very nice office and the staff was very friendly.
Verified patient
The office was really nice inside! It was decorated so well and felt very clean. Dr. Desai did a great job at explaining everything to me in detail and everyone I interacted with from the front desk to the cleaning to checking out was very personable and seemed generally happy to be there. It was also the least unpleasant/painful cleaning I have had in a long time which I appreciated!
Verified patient
Two words...impeccable experience.
Verified patient
Visit for new patient was longer than typical, they do a 3D modeling of your mouth to detect teeth movement over the years (nice, but not something I was expecting). I was not expecting the appointment to be 1.5 hours. However, the office was clean, up to date tech, and friendly staff. Good cleaning job overall.
Verified patient
I had such a pleasant experience at Swish! Every single member of the staff was friendly and information. My assistant, Marissa, gave me a tour of the facility and was wonderful through the whole visit Their facility was cute and cleanly! They also keep local rotating art up on the walls! I'm excited to go back for my next cleaning!
Verified patient
Super upbeat and exciting environment. Dentist offices can be a bit dreadful but I’m so glad I found Swish. Both Dentist and Hygienist were sweet and explained everything very thoroughly. Also I got to watch The Office on their flat screen which made the appointment go super fast.
Verified patient
This appointment took longer than expected
The assistant had bad breath which was a HUGE turnoff. The actual dentist smelled fine but I still feel stuff on my teeth and not the shiny feeling you usually have.
Verified patient
I've seen several Dentists in Austin and Dr. Desai and her team were by far the best. Friendly and cheerful staff early in the morning, state of the art tech to give you and Dr. Desai a great look at your teeth and comfortable rooms. They even offer blankets (which as someone that always runs cold, I appreciate). I will definitely be back and be recommending Swish Dental.
Verified patient
Dr. Patel is the best Invisalign dentist. My treatment has been going so smoothly and I’m so glad that I chose Swish dental. They have always been so helpful and caring. From the scan to being ready for retainers, I am so glad I came to Swish. I look like I have a new face. Thanks guys.
Amazing amazing doctor. I follow Dr. Patel to whatever location she is at. She and her staff is so attentive. Her offices are so beautiful and I know my treatment is in great hands.
Dr Patel and her Swish team are in the Best in Austin. I’ve gone to my share of dentists and they just took care of me from start to finish. Their level of compassion is like no other. The office is so modern and beautiful and everyone Is so attention detailed. I have a complex mouth with Many things going on and she put me at ease for my plan. I have also now had the work in my mouth and everything feels so good. I’ve never felt better. 6 stars for the Swish folks!
Office was super new and super modern. Everything was easy from the checkin to checkout. I didn't feel like anything was pushed on me.
Verified patient
This office was amazing. Everything is set up so nicely with the aesthetic and super friendly check in lady. She even offered me water. I was seen quickly as I had an overnight emergency and all of my concerns were addressed. Their office is brand new and everything is up to date. I really enjoyed my conversation with the tech. Dr Patel is very friendly and thorough. She did her best to make sure I was comfortable throughout the visit. She even fixed my problem same day. Give them a try.
I came in early to fill out paperwork. I fully anticipated waiting until the scheduled appointment time. Fortunately, I was seen well before. Dr. Patel and her staff were very thorough in explaining the issue and explaining the possible action steps. I'm normally very uncomfortable in the dentist office, but this was a rather painless visit. Thanks!
Verified patient
I've gotten some cosmetic work done here as well as my routine cleanings and really could not be happier with my new smile. They worked out a great payment plan for me and dr patel and kenneth were so good. I've been in the dental chair many of times so I know the good and the bad. They truly provide excellence in service and care. If you are anxious like me, this is the place for you.
Everyone at Dr. Patel's office is very nice and accommodating. I enjoyed my visit and can't wait for my Invisalign to come in. Thank you, Dr. Patel!
Verified patient
She is awesome!
Verified patient
They came highly recommended from a friend and everything our friend had said was true. Extremely accommodating and they go over all procedures before doing anything so there are no billing surprises. Extremely high tech and has a modern feel. The doctor went over all my X-rays and exam and made sure I understood everything. Chris the Hygenist was very gentle and thorough. I will be returning back for fillings soon.
EXCELLENT service! Over the weekend, I called the office and was able to get Dr. Patel over the phone. I had never been to this office and she was so helpful over the phone. She gave me instructions for the weekend and they saw me Monday. They were able to fix my smile and make me look good again.
This is now the 3rd screw up I have had with this place and I am absolutely furious. I went in to have my permanent crown put on yesterday and the lab didn't make it right so they put my temporary back on. Well, sitting at work in a meeting and it just fell off!! Had to make another Appt in April for the permanent when it comes back. I already had one bad experience (before this) with this place. At this point, I would NOT recommend this place to anyone. They might have a clean office and nice employees but JESUS CHRIST - this is infuriating!!! People CANNOT keep taking off work like its nothing to have their mistakes fixed.
Verified patient
I have been using this location since it first opened and I was very excited to see a north location since I had heard about this place from friends. I was having terrible pain last week and they were able to get me in swiftly and schedule the root canal and crown for the same week. I liked the convenience of the location and the great care I was given. Everyone from check in to check out explained my options very thoroughly. Everyone there was warm and welcoming into their office. I am so happy with the color of my crown and it looks so natural. They even offered me free whitening which was the cherry on top. I will be sending all of my friends and family over to this office. Great service!
Verified patient
Dr Patel had excellent bedside manner. Much better that the cleaning I had where the tech just ignored me when I told him I have extreme anxiety about the dentist and is partly to blame why I haven't been to the dentist in years. Dr Patel did the opposite and made sure I was ok throughout the procedure and had a very kind caring disposition.
Dr. Patel is a great dentist! I have a general fear of the dentist and she always makes me feel calm and normal in spite of my fear. She also knows if something is uncomfortable and works her best to fix the issues.
Verified patient
I unfortunately go allot :-) and never have issues getting right in and everything is very professional and well done. They even put up with my nuisances when I go.
Dr Patel is absolutely amazing. I came in to get my filling replaced and it was done so fast! She and Kenny were very sweet. I told them from experience with filling that my jaw tends to get tired. They gave me a mouth guard and it made the procedure 100x easier for me! Thank you so much.
I absolutely love the whole staff. It wouldn't be fair to not mention how wonderful the Floss staff was. They were genuinely nice and so helpful. Anything I didn't understand, they took time to explain it to me. I never felt rushed at any point, which is rare visiting a medical office. Amazing staff!
Verified patient
My second visit was absolutely amazing, as was the first one! Again, the staff was great and very kind. They explained everything before they did anything. I am very happy with my decision to try Floss Dental. I will absolutely recommend my friends and family to make future dentist visits with Floss Dental.
Verified patient
I have been to this office before but today was having an emergency pain. They were quickly able to get me in for my examination and take care of my treatment. Dr. Patel went above and beyond to be sure I was comfortable and the person on the phone was extremely empathetic and helpful to my situation. It also helps that they are modern and up to date office.
Hygienist was pretty bad. The office seemed devoid of personality. Nice place, effective, but overall pretty cold and unfeeling. The receptionist Manda Amanda was warm and welcoming but it ended there.
Dr. Patel is great but I felt that her assistant today was paying more attention to what was on the TV then finishing up with my procedure. I had to go back after I left because the temporary crown was still too high.
Had such a lovely experience at this office. Everyone was Friendly and willing to help. The Dr was especially informative and gave me all of my options. I also found them affordable.
Second visit at this office and it was great! I had a crown done today and it was such an easy flow process. Very thorough and all of my questions answered... I referred a few friends and coworkers in btw this visit and last and they also love it here! Looking forward to the next visit here.
Verified patient
The Doctor was fine. It was her assistant (some young Hispanic kid) that was rough, sloppy and didn't seem like he wanted to be there. He flossed my teeth really rough, my bib fell on the floor, he didn't replace it with a new one. My shirt got wet from all the water he was splashing around. Careless.
Verified patient
They were great! My Hygienist (Dave, I think?) was great!! Overall office was clean and very professional. Gotta love the free whitening treatment too :)
Verified patient
I am in love with this place!! feels like my 2nd home everyone is so friendly , prompt and corteous. All of the staff is aware of you at all times making sure you and your needs are met , from the front desk to assistants, hygenist and Dr . Patel know how to give you that "FLOSS" Expierence . I am very pleased from te treatment plan presentation to the actual treatment letting you know step by step of the procedure making sure you go home satisfied and with post-op instructions. Make your appointment today and experience dentistry like no other!!!
She was so compassionate and professional for my situation. Everyone in the office was friendly and accommodating. They offer water as you walk in and a blanket in the chair for comfort. I could not ask for a better experience with them. So happy to have found this location.
Verified patient
Frequently asked questions

What practice does Dr. Viraj Desai work with?

Dr. Viraj Desai works with Swish Dental.

Where is Dr. Viraj Desai's office located?

Dr. Viraj Desai has 8 office locations in Austin, view full addresses on Dr. Desai's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Viraj Desai?

Dr. Viraj Desai frequently sees patients for Bridge, Dental Cleaning, Dental Consultation, New Patient Dental Exam (Adult), and Root Canal. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Viraj Desai on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Viraj Desai speak?

Dr. Viraj Desai speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Viraj Desai in reviews?

209 patients have reviewed Dr. Viraj Desai. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.78/5. They have a 4.84/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.74/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

Viraj Desai does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time.