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Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco

Hillcrest Dental Care is a general dentistry practice in Waco, TX offering comprehensive services including cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, laser gum treatment, and oral sedation dentistry.

7124 Woodway Dr, Woodway, TX 76712
4.7(354 reviews)
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Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco

About Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco

Sedation options and chair massagers help long-anxious patients finally get through dental visits, with a doctor known locally for careful diagnosis.

Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco is a general dental practice that also offers Invisalign, traditional braces, and TMJ treatment. Reviews highlight how the office handles nervous or fearful patients, with sedation and nitrous oxide options, chair massagers, and a staff described as patient with anxious visitors. Dr. Michael T. Thrasher is regularly credited with explaining x-rays and treatment options thoroughly and offering alternatives to more invasive procedures, and reviews also note strong results from veneers and full mouth restorations. Some reviews raise concerns about billing and treatment recommendations, described below.

Summary of 201 patient reviews, August 2018–September 2026, updated September 2026

Hillcrest Dental Care is a general dentistry practice in Waco, TX offering comprehensive services including cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, laser gum treatment, and oral sedation dentistry.

Led by Dr. Michael Thrasher with 40+ years of experience, the practice serves patients of all ages and specializes in comfortable, anxiety-free dental care.

Treatments offered

TMJ TreatmentTMJ TreatmentInvisalignInvisalignTraditional BracesTraditional Braces
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Who They Treat

Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:

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

Technology & Equipment

Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.

Laser Dentistry

Orthodontists at this office

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Dr. Michael Thrasher, DDS

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Lead OrthodontistNPI VERIFIEDAccepting New Patients19 yrs experience
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Dr. Michael T. Thrasher

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Accepting New Patients

Insurance accepted

We work with most major PPO dental insurance providers. Payment is due at the time of service.

What patients say

Latest review 8 weeks ago

What patients praise

  • Sedation dentistry, nitrous oxide, and chair massagers are repeatedly credited with helping longtime anxious patients get through appointments.
  • Dr. Thrasher is noted for explaining x-rays and treatment options thoroughly and for suggesting alternatives to more invasive procedures like implants.
  • Veneers and full mouth restorations are described as producing noticeably improved, confidence-boosting results.

Things to know

  • Some reviews describe billing surprises, unclear upfront cost estimates, or payment plans set up before treatment was performed.
  • A few reviews mention feeling pressured into recommended treatment, such as multiple fillings or extractions that seemed unexpected.

Who it suits

  • Anxious or nervous patients
  • Patients transferring mid-treatment from another office
  • Families with several children in treatment

Doctors patients mention

  • Dr. Michael T. Thrasher · 57 reviews

Orthodontic care in reviews

Few reviews discuss orthodontic treatment specifically; the feedback above reflects general dental visits.

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What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • Friendly staff98
  • Gentle, comfortable care52 / 1
  • The dentist44 / 3
  • Clear explanations22 / 2
  • Cost, insurance & financing8 / 10
  • Treatment results17
  • Scheduling & wait times14 / 2
  • Office & technology13
What patients talk about
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The dentist443
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Treatment results170
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Recent reviews from Google

4.7
354 reviews
Susie Young
Susie Young
a month ago
“

Dr Thrasher saved my husband’s teeth. It took a little while, but he got his receding gums under control and healthy again. He had issues for years and couldn’t find a dentist who was concerned about it. Dr Thrasher took action and took care of the issue. We both needed quite a bit of dental work done, like old silver caps & old fillings that needed replaced. They had hidden cavities under them and we had no idea. I get anxious when having dental work performed, so I love and appreciate their sedation dentistry! We are both very pleased with Hillcrest dental & recommend them to anyone who needs good, quality, professional dental care.

Review from Google

Amber Bailey
Amber Bailey
2 months ago
“

Absolutely love Dr. Thrasher. I have referred my husband to him years ago. We both love the staff and service. They’re clean, thorough, and speedy! We’ve been going here for years!

Review from Google

Johanna Bartels
Johanna Bartels
Edited 4 months ago
“

Best staff ever! Had a fantastic experience with the “new” hygienist Riley! She is a doll and very gentle and explains everything. All the staff at Dr.Thrasher’s is friendly and experienced with a homey atmosphere. As much as I dislike going to the dentist, Dr. Thrasher and his team have helped me overcome my anxiety. Thank you guys for everything!

Review from Google

Tracy Householder
Tracy Householder
4 months ago
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The staff makes me feel so comfortable during my cleanings and dental work which is a big deal because I do not like any of those noises 😉

Review from Google

Horton lyric videos
Horton lyric videos
5 months ago
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They take advantage of people and make you sign up immediately for a credit plan before you even have any work done. My Dad went to have his teeth cleaned and next thing I know they have him signed up for $10,000 payment plan. They made him start paying $250 a month before any work was even done. He just called me and now they took $2500 directly from the only credit card he has to back up his social security, and added an additional $2500 to his Care Credit plan. He was just supposed to get a filling and they pulled his tooth. Don't recommend unless you have extra money available.

Review from Google

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco offer?+
Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco offers: TMJ Treatment, Invisalign, Traditional Braces.
Is Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco accepting new patients?+
Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco is currently welcoming new patients in Woodway, TX. Call (254) 753-0313 or book online to schedule.
Where is Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco located?+
Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco is located at 7124 Woodway Dr. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=17849530768357987419&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco?+
Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco office hours: Mon 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, Tue 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, Wed 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, Thu 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, Fri 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco offer payment plans?+
Yes, Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco?+
Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco is staffed by Dr. Michael Thrasher, Dr. Michael T. Thrasher.
What is the patient rating for Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco?+
Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco has a 4.7-star rating based on 354 patient reviews on Google.
How long has Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco been in practice?+
Hillcrest Dental Care - Waco has been providing orthodontic care since 2016, serving the Woodway, TX community for over 10 years.

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7124 Woodway Dr
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Fri8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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