Summer is officially here!  And most people will spend some time working on their tans.  The only thing better than a nice, golden tan is a beautiful white smile to go with it. What are the Different Ways to Whiten Your Smile? There are two ways to make your teeth appear whiter.  The first is by removing superficial or surface[…]

We’re not just talking about morning breath.  We don’t mean, “Sorry, I just had onions on my burger!”  Everyone has experienced these temporary issues at one time or another. We are talking about chronic, noticeable bad breath.  The kind that makes people step back when talking to you. Bad breath can affect your social life!  More than one in four[…]

Kombucha has soared in recent popularity for its many claimed health benefits.  But kombucha is not a new drink.  Historical records show the use of “fermented teas” as far back as the year 200 B.C. What is Kombucha? Kombucha is a sweetened green or black tea, which undergoes a process of fermentation.  This fermentation, carried out by a combination of[…]

Not everyone asks this question out loud, but we know you are all thinking it.  We know you dread the question, “Are you flossing regularly?” by your dentist or dental hygienist.  Some answer us sheepishly; some answer quite defensively.  Others roll their eyes when we are not looking. Our goal is never to make you feel guilty.  We simply want[…]

Did you know that between 30 and 40 million Americans avoid going to the dentist because of anxiety and fear?  Dental phobia is a common problem, and it prevents many people from seeking the dental care they need. Risks of Dental Fear For some people, fear of the dentist is so severe that it keeps them from getting even the[…]

Dr. Lauren Eichblatt joined the team of Designer Smiles as an associate dentist in June of 2016.  But her relationship with Designer Smiles began much earlier than that. The Beginning of a Beautiful Friendship In fact, her father was a patient of Dr. Marcus Haggard many years ago.  Both of Dr. Lauren’s pare nts worked in the space industry, and[…]

Did you know that dental implants can fail?  Every medical procedure carries a risk for failure.  Doctors of every kind have patients sign an informed consent stating that they understand the risks associated with a procedure and agree to proceed knowing those risks. An essential part of an informed consent is the explanation of these risks by your doctor, which[…]

Cosmetic Dentistry for Gums When we say cosmetic dentistry, we know that most people envision porcelain veneers or teeth whitening.  Usually, it is all about the teeth!  This week’s blog will focus on another very important aspect of cosmetic dentistry: the gums. It is possible to have beautiful, straight, white teeth in a smile that is not altogether beautiful because[…]

Dr. Ann and Dr. Lauren are once again attending the annual scientific meeting of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.  Held in April each year, the AACD’s scientific meeting provides the highest quality continuing dental education in all things cosmetic. At Designer Smiles, our goal is to give you a healthy, beautiful smile that you are proud to show off. […]

Earth Day is April 22!  Earth Day is a global event with the purpose of showing support for environmental protection.  Many environmental groups use Earth Day to promote changes in human behavior and influence governmental policy changes around the world. Earth Day began in 1970 in the United States and was originally celebrated in schools and universities.  Since then, its[…]