Spring is the season for fresh starts!  Temperatures are rising.  Grass is growing.  Flowers are blooming.  The sunshine and longer days inspire many people to get outside and get healthy. This spring, we want you to take advantage of the changing seasons by getting a fresh start with your teeth.  Invisalign^® is a new beginning for people with crooked teeth![…]

This is one of our favorite times of the year: the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo!  From great concerts to exciting competitions to crazy food, the HLSR has it all.  This fun blog will highlight facets of the rodeo that pertain to teeth. Livestock Teeth Animal teeth share some similarities with human teeth.  Both horses and cows have a[…]

There are countless teeth whitening fads trending on social media these days.  From over-the-counter teeth whitening gels to do-it-yourself home recipes to USB-cord gadgets, it can be a little mind-boggling. Perhaps one of the most popular trends is charcoal.  That’s right: charcoal.  There are charcoal toothpastes, charcoal tooth powders, and make-your-own charcoal toothpaste with activated charcoal capsules and water. The[…]

At Designer Smiles, we offer dental care for the whole family  and our patients who are parents regularly ask us questions like, “What kind of snacks can I give my kids that are okay for their teeth?”  There are many things parents can do at home to help their children maintain healthy teeth. The two most important ways parents affect their[…]

Why Is An Increase in Cavities Surprising? At Designer Smiles, our doctors are noticing a surprising increase in cavities among children and young adults.  It is surprising because at this point in history, we have better cavity-fighting weapons than ever before.  We have fluoride in our community water supplies.  We have prescription strength mouthrinses now available over-the-counter.  Dentists have better[…]

In this last blog in our series about New Year’s Resolutions, we will discuss how you can finally achieve the smile you have always dreamed of. Even with ideal oral hygiene, teeth whitening and Invisalign straightening, some smiles still do not meet their wearer’s cosmetic goals.  There are cases of persistent discoloration that does not respond to whitening.  Some teeth[…]

This month, we are focusing on ways to improve the health and appearance of your smile.  We have elaborated on the benefits of brushing up on your oral hygiene regimen and explained the advantages of teeth whitening. Most people know their teeth and gums will be healthier with better brushing and flossing at home between your dental visits.  As discussed[…]

Did you know that whitening your teeth can actually make them healthier? This month, we have been discussing how to improve the health of your smile.  When you work toward a healthy smile, your work also enhances the appearance of your smile. Healthy habits like those discussed in our first 2018 blog help you reduce your risk for cavities and[…]

Happy New Year!  This week, many people are resolving to make changes for the better.  The most commonly made New Year’s Resolution is losing weight, both for improved health and improved appearance. While so many are focused on improving health and appearance, this is the perfect time to also consider improving your smile.  A healthy smile is a beautiful smile.[…]