At Designer Smiles, our cosmetic dentist, Dr. Ann Haggard, is always excited to help patients fall in love with their smile. Depending on the patient’s unique aesthetic goals, this may involve whitening the teeth and addressing deep stains. Several types of high-quality over-the-counter whitening products, such as strips, exist in the oral healthcare world, and many of them can produce beautiful results. With that in mind, not all of these products are the same, and it’s important to understand their differences. For instance, when shopping for teeth whitening strips, look for products that co ..read more

A popular dental treatment, Invisalign® can straighten a crooked smile, reduce gaps between teeth, and space out tooth crowding. The clear plastic aligners can address small necessary adjustments or significant concerns with gradual movement while remaining conveniently removable for eating, drinking, and teeth cleaning.  A common comparison is often made between Invisalign® and traditional metal braces. Both are designed to straighten out misaligned teeth and provide patients with a beautifully revitalized smile. Many patients opt for the removable treatment for a variety of reasons, inc ..read more

Missing teeth can affect the aesthetic appearance and functionality of your smile, which can damper your self-esteem and result in a decline in your oral health. By addressing unwanted gaps with a variety of tooth replacement options, patients can benefit their smile with natural-looking results, restored bite alignment, and dependable dental improvements. At Designer Smiles, our cosmetic dentists recognize the importance of having confidence in your smile. Along with the latest techniques and methods, our team offers top care and treatment plans designed to target specific patient needs and g ..read more

Dr. Ann Haggard, a Webster cosmetic dentist, discusses what patients should know before pursuing dental implants, including specific information about benefits, recovery, and candidacy. Webster, TX – As a top cosmetic dentist in Webster, Dr. Ann E. Haggard is aware of the plethora of benefits dental implants can offer patients. In her professional experience, implants can significantly improve a patient’s oral health by replacing teeth that have decayed or fallen out due to decay, gum disease, or injury. “Not only can implants facilitate essential functions like speaking and chewing,” Dr. Hagg ..read more

Plenty of the best-known starlets in Hollywood are known for their dazzling, stark-white smiles — but did you know that you can achieve a smile that bright and white just as easily? You don’t have to make millions of dollars a year to afford advanced cosmetic dentistry treatments at Designer Smiles! Our experienced cosmetic dentist, Ann Haggard, DDS, offers many methods to help you obtain a celebrity-grade smile. Teeth whitening and porcelain veneers are our most popular options for smile whitening and enhancement. Our professional teeth whitening treatments range from in-office procedures to ..read more

Webster and Clear Lake, TX cosmetic dentist Ann Haggard, DDS has enhanced the smiles of countless patients using customized porcelain veneers, which are known for their durability and long-lasting results. Webster, TX – According to Webster and Clear Lake-area dentist Ann Haggard, DDS, patients around the world have seen vast improvement in the quality of their smiles with porcelain veneers. Utilized to conceal a number of dental imperfections, veneers are designed to seamlessly blend with surrounding natural teeth in shape and color. “When crafted using advanced dental technology and placed b ..read more

In every industry, people want to know what the experts use.  When you apply that to dentistry, the answer is not a simple product recommendation, though.  Because each person is unique with different oral health risks and histories, there is no good one-size-fits-all approach.  That means there is no single “best mouthwash” out there. Let us explain. What is the Purpose of Mouthwash? Mouthwash is not as essential to having a healthy mouth as brushing and flossing are, and it can never take the place of brushing and flossing.  Dental plaque, which contains the disease-causi ..read more

We have seen an alarming trend in recent years: acid erosion from the use of apple cider vinegar in the mouth.  As more and more people are seeking alternative medicine and all-natural remedies, some turn to apple cider vinegar as a supplement.  We love seeing people take action to improve their health.  Unfortunately, this action is detrimental to your oral health. Here are the important things you need to know about apple cider vinegar and its effects on your mouth. What is Apple Cider Vinegar? Apple cider vinegar is actually a grocery item, commonly used in many recipes.  ..read more

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!  We know that you are probably in the thick of your holiday plans, including last minute Christmas shopping.  When you have stockings for stuffing, consider some of these dentist-approved items! Floss You know we have to recommend floss.  It is the perfect size for a stocking, and literally everyone needs it!  You can find some really fun flavors or scents of floss. There are novelty brands that make silly types of floss like these breakfast floss scents.  Doesn’t everyone love bacon?  We particularly enjoy the unique trop ..read more

At Designer Smiles, we are experts at creating beautiful smiles with porcelain veneers.  We don’t want our smiles to be just beautiful; we want them to be long-lasting.  Porcelain veneers can last for many decades, when you care for them properly. We want you to know everything you need to know about porcelain veneers so your smile lasts a lifetime. What is a Porcelain Veneer? A porcelain veneer is a thin layer of porcelain that covers the visible surface of a tooth.  Porcelain closely mimics natural tooth structure, and it can recreate and transform the color, shape, and size o ..read more