Complimentary Consultation
Your Dream Smile Starts with a Conversation
Together we’ll review your smile goals, determine exactly what you need, and discover what’s truly possible — without pressure, without shame. In person or from the comfort of home.
- No charge, ever
- 30 minutes or less
- Virtual or in-office
Dr. Dougherty — what to expect from your consult
How You’d Like to Meet
Virtual or In-Office Your Choice
Both formats are completely complimentary and give you the same dedicated, one-on-one time with our team. Pick whatever feels most comfortable for you.
Popular choice
Virtual Consultation
A private phone or video call with our team — from wherever you’re most comfortable. No commute, no waiting room, just an honest conversation about your smile.
- Format Phone call or video call, your choice
- Duration Please allow up to 30 minutes
- Prep needed Send us 3 smile photos before your call (we’ll show you how below)
- Cost Completely complimentary
In-Office Consultation
Come visit us in Garden Ridge and meet Dr. Dougherty and our team in person. We’ll take care of your smile photos right here, so there’s nothing you need to do beforehand.
- Format In-person visit at our office
- Duration Please allow up to 30 minutes
- Prep needed Nothing, we’ll take your smile photos right here in the office
- Cost Completely complimentary
“We want to understand your smile story before we ever talk about treatment. This is a genuine conversation — not a sales pitch.”
— Dr. Larry Dougherty, DDS
How It Works
From Scheduling to Your Smile Plan
Four simple steps — the same whether you meet us virtually or in person.
01
Schedule Your Appointment
Choose a date, time, and format that works for you. You’ll receive a confirmation with everything you need before your appointment.
02
Smile Photos
Virtual patients: send us three close-up photos before your call so we arrive prepared. In-office patients: we’ll take care of this when you get here — no prep needed.
↓ See our photo guide below
03
Have Your Conversation
We’ll call you (or welcome you in) at your scheduled time. Expect thoughtful questions about your smile goals, your timeline, and your budget — because understanding you is the foundation of great care.
04
Get Your Next Steps
If we’re a great fit, we’ll invite you in for a comprehensive New Patient Exam and X-rays so Dr. Dougherty can build a personalized treatment plan just for you.
For Virtual Consultations
Send Us Three Smile Photos
So our team can arrive to your call prepared, please text or email three close-up photos before your appointment. Here’s exactly what to take.
01
Straight-On Smile
Face the camera directly and smile naturally, showing your teeth.
02
Close-Up Front
A close-up of your front teeth — helpful for seeing detail and color.
03
Side Profile
A profile or slight angle that shows your bite and tooth alignment.
Virtual patients — how to send
Reply directly to your confirmation text message, or email your photos to [email protected] before your call.
In-office patients
No need to send anything in advance. Our team will photograph your smile right here in the office using our professional equipment — you just show up.
Come Prepared
Questions We’ll Explore Together
Our consultation is a genuine conversation, not a checklist. Here are some of the areas we’ll cover — there are no wrong answers.
- What you most want to improve about your smile
- What’s motivating you to make a change now
- The one thing you’d change about your smile immediately, if you could
- Whether you’ve had cosmetic dental treatment before
- Your comfort level with different investment ranges for treatment
- Whether flexible financing options would help you move forward
- Your ideal timeline for beginning treatment
- Whether any other decision-makers should be part of the planning process
Ready When You Are
What Patients Have to Say
Real Stories, Real Smiles
Our Work
Results That Speak for Themselves
Real patients of Dougherty Cosmetic Dentistry — drag to see before and after.
Ready to Begin?
Let’s See If We’re the Right Fit
The path to a smile you love begins with a single conversation. Schedule your complimentary consultation today — no obligation, just possibility.
30
Minutes or less
$0
No charge
Virtual or In-Office
Your choice
Limited spots available each month. · [email protected] · (210) 934-4048