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Maria S.
2 weeks ago
Going to the dentist isn't usually something to look forward to, but this team is incredible. Professional, expert, and genuinely caring — they made the whole experience easy.
Welcome to DoughertyConfidence,
Confidence,
crafted here.
San Antonio's premier cosmetic dental practice. Veneers, Invisalign, smile makeovers and full-mouth implants — designed around the way you want to live.
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Garden Ridge Dentist — Dougherty Cosmetic Dentistry
Free
Smile Assessment
$2,500 OFF
Per Arch
Garden Ridge
San Antonio, TX
5-Star
Dental Experience
Same-Day
Consultations
0% APR
Financing Available
Free
Smile Assessment
$2,500 OFF
Per Arch
Garden Ridge
San Antonio, TX
5-Star
Dental Experience
Same-Day
Consultations
0% APR
Financing Available
Our Philosophy
A great smile isn't a luxury. It's the version of yourself you've always wanted to present to the world.
We've built something different — a practice that treats your smile as a reflection of your identity, not just a set of teeth. Every detail is considered. Every result is intentional.
400+
Five-Star Reviews
20+
Years of Craft
5★
Patient Rated
Reviews on Google•5.0
Results that speak
for themselves.
With 400+ five-star reviews, our patients don't just love how they look — they love how they feel.
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James R.
a month ago
Very satisfied with every part of my treatment. Smooth scheduling, attentive doctors, and results I'm proud of.
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Allison P.
3 weeks ago
Friendly, totally professional, and a wonderful experience start to finish. Highly recommend Dr. Dougherty and his team.
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Carlos V.
2 months ago
Great experience! Everyone there is genuinely nice — front desk, hygienists, and the doctors. They make you feel like a guest, not a chart.
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Linda H.
5 days ago
Knowledgeable, effective care, beautiful office, personable team. Easily the best dental experience I've had in San Antonio.
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Tom B.
a month ago
Always in good hands here. My hygienist is the best, and the office staff are just as great. Worth the drive every visit.
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Maria S.
2 weeks ago
Going to the dentist isn't usually something to look forward to, but this team is incredible. Professional, expert, and genuinely caring — they made the whole experience easy.
J
James R.
a month ago
Very satisfied with every part of my treatment. Smooth scheduling, attentive doctors, and results I'm proud of.
A
Allison P.
3 weeks ago
Friendly, totally professional, and a wonderful experience start to finish. Highly recommend Dr. Dougherty and his team.
C
Carlos V.
2 months ago
Great experience! Everyone there is genuinely nice — front desk, hygienists, and the doctors. They make you feel like a guest, not a chart.
L
Linda H.
5 days ago
Knowledgeable, effective care, beautiful office, personable team. Easily the best dental experience I've had in San Antonio.
T
Tom B.
a month ago
Always in good hands here. My hygienist is the best, and the office staff are just as great. Worth the drive every visit.
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Rachel D.
3 months ago
I have a lot of anxiety from childhood dental trauma. They took things slow, worked around it, and explained everything. Truly grateful for this place.
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Miguel A.
6 weeks ago
From the consultation to the final reveal, every step felt thoughtful and personalized. My veneers look completely natural — exactly what I wanted.
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Sophia K.
2 weeks ago
Invisalign with Dr. D'Avanzo was seamless. Clear plan, clear timeline, and the results blew me away.
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David O.
a month ago
Full-mouth implants with Dr. Busch changed my life. Comfortable through every appointment and the outcome is unreal.
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Emily T.
2 months ago
Beautiful office, leading-edge tech, and a team that actually listens. I refer everyone I know.
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Patricia L.
3 weeks ago
Dr. Edmondson treated my gums with so much care. Painless and incredibly thorough — finally a periodontist I trust.
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Rachel D.
3 months ago
I have a lot of anxiety from childhood dental trauma. They took things slow, worked around it, and explained everything. Truly grateful for this place.
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Miguel A.
6 weeks ago
From the consultation to the final reveal, every step felt thoughtful and personalized. My veneers look completely natural — exactly what I wanted.
S
Sophia K.
2 weeks ago
Invisalign with Dr. D'Avanzo was seamless. Clear plan, clear timeline, and the results blew me away.
D
David O.
a month ago
Full-mouth implants with Dr. Busch changed my life. Comfortable through every appointment and the outcome is unreal.
E
Emily T.
2 months ago
Beautiful office, leading-edge tech, and a team that actually listens. I refer everyone I know.
P
Patricia L.
3 weeks ago
Dr. Edmondson treated my gums with so much care. Painless and incredibly thorough — finally a periodontist I trust.
Meet Our ProvidersThe team behind your
The team behind your
transformation.
Every great smile starts with the hands and minds behind it. We've built a team of specialists who are exceptional not only in their credentials, but in the way they listen, plan, and care.
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Founder · Cosmetic Dentist
Larry Dougherty, DDS
Founder and lead cosmetic dentist at Dougherty Cosmetic Dentistry. A graduate of Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine, Dr. Dougherty has spent his career perfecting the art of smile design — pairing technical excellence with a genuine commitment to every patient. His leadership in the San Antonio dental community reflects the standard he holds in the operatory.
02
Periodontist
Kelsey Edmondson, DDS, MS
A periodontist with deep Texas roots — UT Austin and UT School of Dentistry in Houston, followed by three years of post-graduate surgical training. Dr. Edmondson holds both a Doctorate in Dental Surgery and a Master of Science with a Certificate in Periodontics, anchoring the healthy foundations behind lasting smiles.
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Board-Certified Orthodontist
Richard D'Avanzo, DMD
Board-Certified Orthodontist with degrees from Albright College, Fairleigh Dickinson School of Dental Medicine, and a Master of Science in oral biology with a specialty in orthodontics from Temple University. His precision approach to alignment is the backbone of smile designs that achieve true facial harmony.
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Robert Busch, DMD, MD
Board-certified oral surgeon with a dual-degree background — dental from the University of Florida and medical from UT Southwestern — followed by an oral and maxillofacial surgery residency and advanced training at the NIDCR. From single implants to full-arch restorations, his comprehensive anesthesia options keep every patient comfortable.
Real Patients · Real Results
Before & After
Documented transformations from our All-On-4 and full-mouth implant patients — captured in clinic, untouched.
Before
After
Before
After
Before
After
Before
AfterOur ServicesTreatments designed
Treatments designed
around your life.
Every smile we create begins with a conversation. From there, we build a plan that's entirely yours.
01Signature Aesthetic
Porcelain Veneers
Custom-crafted to look indistinguishable from natural teeth. Conceal chips, gaps and discoloration with one of cosmetic dentistry's most powerful transformations — a smile that looks effortlessly, authentically you.
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02Full Transformation
Smile Makeovers
More than a treatment — a turning point. Multiple procedures combined into one cohesive, personalized plan, designed to take you from where you are to where you've always wanted to be. Every detail crafted around your goals, your face, your vision.
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03Discreet Alignment
Invisalign®
Straight teeth shouldn't come at the cost of your lifestyle. Clear, removable aligners work quietly and comfortably — gently guiding teeth into position without wires, brackets or interruptions to your day.
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04All-on-4®
Full Mouth Implants
Life-changing results with a streamlined approach. A small number of strategically placed implants restore an entire arch with the strength, function and aesthetics of a completely natural smile.
Book NowWhen Whitening Isn't EnoughThis is the
This is the
real solution.
If you're tired of hiding your smile, custom porcelain veneers and smile makeovers offer a permanent, life-changing transformation. Eat, speak and laugh the way you always wanted to.
Schedule a Free ConsultationAre you struggling with…
- ✕Hiding your smile in every photo
- ✕Stains and discoloration that whitening can't fix
- ✕Chips, gaps or worn-down enamel from years of wear
- ✕Crowded or crooked teeth you've lived with for decades
- ✕Old crowns and veneers that no longer match
- ✕Avoiding close conversations because you feel self-conscious
You deserve better. Thousands of patients have traded the smile they tolerated for one they're proud of — you can too.
Why Choose UsA practice built
A practice built
around you.
World-class cosmetic dentistry that also feels effortless. Here's what that looks like in practice.
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400+ Five-Star Reviews
Our patients come in wanting a better smile. They leave as ambassadors.
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Comprehensive In-House Care
From cosmetic to surgical — nearly every service under one roof.
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Multilingual Team
We serve patients in Spanish, Portuguese and French.
04
Virtual Consultations
Explore your options from home — complimentary and pressure-free.
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Advanced Technology
iTero scanning, Pearl AI, Tek Scan and outcome simulation.
06
Convenient Location
Based in Garden Ridge, easy to reach from greater San Antonio.
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Complimentary ConsultationEvery transformation begins
Every transformation begins
with a conversation.
Before you decide anything, let's talk. Share what you're hoping for, understand what's possible, and get a clear picture of your journey — with no pressure and no obligation.