The Modern Roots Experience

Redefining Dentistry in Bargersville, IN

In changing our name from Austgen Family Dental to Modern Roots Dental, we wanted to emphasize the elements that make us different from traditional dental practices…

Modern

“Modern” reflects our commitment to using the best technology and techniques available, including digital scanning, annual iTero health scans, minimally invasive treatments, and more advanced hygiene approaches. We also offer the latest in comfort menu items like weighted blankets, lavender oil, and headphones.

Roots

“Roots” is about getting to the underlying cause. Why is this happening? How do we prevent it? How do we support the patient as a whole person, not just treat a tooth? It’s also about staying connected to our patients through genuine relationships as we love and serve them.

The Approach that Makes Us Different

Proactive

We believe your smile, your wants, and your needs are unique to you. That’s why we work with you to tailor your stress-free visits, treatments, and timelines specific to your health journey. Whether it's preventative care or a complete smile transformation, we focus on building deeply human, genuine relationships with you. The more fully we understand you, the more wholly we’ll be able to serve you.

Personalized

We believe your smile, your wants, and your needs are unique to you. That’s why we work with you to tailor your stress-free visits, treatments, and timelines specific to your health journey. Whether its preventative care or a complete smile transformation, we focus on building deeply human, genuine relationships with you. The more fully we understand you, the more wholly we’ll be able to serve you.

Purposeful

We believe our role as dental professionals goes far beyond teeth. Driven by faith, family, and a desire for real connection, we love helping people. It’s dentistry with a sincere heart for making a difference in the life of those we get to serve. It’s about the moments we see you happy and healthy because you’re smiling with confidence, enjoying overall wellness, avoiding functional and esthetic issues in the future, and feeling like you have a caring partner in your journey.

Patient Reviews

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“Finally Felt Heard”

“I had my first appointment here after being with my family dentist my entire life. This dentist office made me feel so welcome, heard and I know they truly wanted to provide me the best service possible when it came to the health of my teeth. They reviewed a plan with me of different options and were very transparent on pricing/what insurance covers. They are very good about explaining what is going on during your visit. I would highly recommend this dentist to everyone!!”

Kayli C.

“In Good Hands"”

“I am a new patient so only a very few experiences to date. That being said, the few I have had have all been great experiences. The staff, to a person, have been terrific. Dr. Austgen is very professional, thorough in her approach, and very good communicator. I have a comprehensive plan for my dental needs and feel confident I am in very good hands with this team. Based upon my experiences with other dentists vs my experiences with this team to date I would recommend them highly as a place to start a dental care journey.”

Michael B.

“AMAZING!”

"The entire staff and Dr are AMAZING! I’m an anxious dental patient, they gave me so much care and understanding to help me feel safe and secure! So many options for people like me, I took advantage of a weighted blanket, lavender oil and headphones to listen to my own soothing music!"

Vanessa M.

“Anxiety? Gone.”

“Dr. Austgen and her staff are attentive, caring, and excellent at what they do. Whether it’s a dental cleaning or dental work, they make sure you are comfortable and understand the process. They have especially helped me deal with my anxiety about dental work in a compassionate way. 100% recommend!”

Cathy T.

“Simply the Best”

“Always the best experience! Every staff member is top notch and I feel my dental care is also.”

Laura C.

“Thoughtfully Professional”

“Very nice experience. They make you as comfortable as possible, explain everything about what is going on and why, and are friendly. An overall thoughtful and professional business with current dentistry practices and facilities.”

Andrew R.

Enjoy the Modern Roots Experience

Please call 317.885.6400 or request an appointment online to set up your first visit. We’ll be in touch soon.

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