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Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics

Fresh Start Dental is a family-focused general and cosmetic dental practice in Dallas, Texas offering comprehensive services including pediatric dentistry, dental implants, veneers, orthodontics, and Invisalign aligners at affordable rates.

1441 N Cockrell Hill Rd, Dallas, TX 75211
4.6(303 reviews)
Call Now(214) 330-7772Book OnlineWebsiteDirections

About Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics

Braces and financing come up far more here than at a typical dental office, with staff helping cost-conscious families work out payment plans.

Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics is a general dental practice that also offers Invisalign, though many patients mention years-long braces treatment rather than aligners specifically. Cost and financing come up often, with reviewers noting affordable rates for uninsured patients and a business manager who helps plan HSA contributions and payment arrangements. Several reviewers also mention gentle, pain-free procedures and reduced dental anxiety over repeat visits, and some families report multiple children treated with braces over the years.

Summary of 190 patient reviews, April 2016–August 2026, updated September 2026

Fresh Start Dental is a family-focused general and cosmetic dental practice in Dallas, Texas offering comprehensive services including pediatric dentistry, dental implants, veneers, orthodontics, and Invisalign aligners at affordable rates.

The practice utilizes advanced technology such as iTero digital scanning and digital X-rays, and serves patients of all ages.

Treatments offered

InvisalignInvisalign
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Who They Treat

Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:

Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+

Technology & Equipment

Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.

3D Digital Scanning

Orthodontists at this office

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Morris

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Lead OrthodontistAccepting New Patients
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Dr. Duane Taylor, DDS

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Insurance accepted

5 plans listed
AetnaCareingtonDelta Dental PPOHumanaUnited Concordia
In-network with most PPO insurance plans. Accepts all payment types including cash, check, card, and Apple Pay.

What patients say

Latest review 3 months ago

What patients praise

  • Reviewers frequently point to affordable pricing and staff who help arrange payment plans or HSA planning for out-of-pocket costs.
  • Anxious patients often mention feeling calmed during procedures, with blankets offered and pain-free experiences noted repeatedly.
  • Some reviews describe noticeable improvements in smile confidence after braces or restorative work, including full mouth restoration cases.

Things to know

  • A number of reviews describe long wait times, phone system problems, or scheduling mix-ups even with appointments booked in advance.
  • Some reviews mention billing surprises, including unexpected extra charges or disputes over costs that weren't made clear upfront.

Who it suits

  • Families with several kids in treatment
  • Anxious or nervous patients

Doctors patients mention

  • Dr. Duane Taylor · 55 reviews
  • Dr. Morris · 1 review
  • Dr. Adeyinka Anyaeg · 5 reviews

Orthodontic care in reviews

Orthodontic reviews describe braces treatment stretching several years, including one adult patient who completed about 3.5 years of treatment and a family with three daughters treated since 2019. Some reviews mention consultations comparing extraction versus non-extraction approaches, while others note a lack of clarity on braces timelines.

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Treatments patients mention
  • Braces15
  • Early (phase 1) treatment4
What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • Friendly staff65 / 5
  • The dentist46 / 6
  • Scheduling & wait times15 / 13
  • Cost, insurance & financing23 / 6
  • Gentle, comfortable care20 / 2
  • Clear explanations19 / 2
  • Treatment results12 / 2
  • Great with kids5 / 2
What patients talk about
ThemePraiseCriticism
Friendly staff655
The dentist466
Scheduling & wait times1513
Cost, insurance & financing236
Gentle, comfortable care202
Clear explanations192
Treatment results122
Great with kids52

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Recent reviews from Google

4.6
303 reviews
Rosie Alvarez
Rosie Alvarez
2 months ago
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Staff is friendly and our appointments are normally fast. I would just like for the everyone getting close to my children’s place to wear gloves including doctors.

Review from Google

Kaustiflat
Kaustiflat
2 months ago
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I dont really mind the dentist i just need a call back please your phone system has not been working for a minute and i need to know when my appoiment was.

Review from Google

Natasha Chacon
Natasha Chacon
Edited 3 months ago
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I have absolutely nothing positive to say about this office! Run for your life and find a different provider. You can't get in and out of this place. Even the simplest of appointments take two hours at the least. Regardless of having an appointment, the waits are extremely long. Cleanings are never thorough. They just hurry up and do a quick scrape. My teeth never feel clean afterwards . I'm due for a cleaning which they have not mentioned at all and I refuse to allow them to do it. I'm going to find a new dentist office to do my cleanings. I've had braces on for three years and I can never get a clear answer as to what's going on with my teeth and when my braces will come off. No expectations are set. No questions are ever answered clearly. And I wholeheartedly believe my treatment should have been completed by now. And last but not least, they failed to schedule me in the system even though I checked out and received an appointment card. So I have not had my wires changed or my teeth looked at since 11/2025 and we are now 1/2026. I called and can't get an appointment until February. This entire experience has been an absolute nightmare and as soon as my braces are done I will thank the heavens that I never have to step foot in there again. Monica and Bertha are the only good people here. They deserve a better office to work for. If you have dental insurance there is absolutely no reason you should visit a low quality dental practice like this one!!! Update: I had my teeth detailed and now one of the front bottom teeth is shorter than the rest and there is a big gap between the two rows when I smile. I called to see if I could come in to see the orthodontist and was informed that he is actually from Austin and only comes to Dallas three times a month. How are we supposed to get specialized, personalized care from an ortho that doesn't even practice in the city full time?! I've had my braces on for almost FOUR years. An entire year longer than I was quoted in January of 2025. My teeth DO NOT look good. There are gaps everywhere when I put my teeth together. The left bite is uneven from the right and I can feel my teeth pressing together to the point that it's uncomfortable and I'm aware of it all day long. This office is an absolute NIGHTMARE and if my teeth aren't fixed properly there is going to be an issue.

Review from Google

Lisa Anderson
Lisa Anderson
4 months ago
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Can't wait to visit my sister speaks highly of them.

Review from Google

Tish Bowen
Tish Bowen
4 months ago
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My upper teeth were slightly protruding, and I used to hide my smile in photos. During consultation, they didn’t rush into braces but explained different correction paths, including how extraction vs non-extraction could change my facial profile. That kind of honest comparison helped me choose confidently.

Review from Google

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics offer?+
Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics offers: Invisalign.
Does Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics accept dental insurance?+
Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics accepts Aetna, Careington, Delta Dental PPO, Humana, United Concordia.
Is Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics accepting new patients?+
Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics is currently welcoming new patients in Dallas, TX. Call (214) 330-7772 or book online to schedule.
Where is Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics located?+
Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics is located at 1441 N Cockrell Hill Rd. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=16696356125329897241&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics?+
Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics office hours: Mon 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Tue 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Wed Closed–Closed, Thu 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Who are the orthodontists at Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics?+
Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics is staffed by Morris, Dr. Duane Taylor.
What is the patient rating for Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics?+
Affordable Dentistry & Orthodontics has a 4.6-star rating based on 303 patient reviews on Google.

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Fri9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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