Exceptional Dentistry for Lifetime Wellness

Meet Dr. Cavazos

Meet Dr. Cavazos

Dr. Alejandro “Alex” Cavazos


Dr. Alejandro Cavazos is a highly respected dentist in San Antonio, known for his commitment to exceptional, patient-centered care and long-term oral health. With over 15 years of clinical experience, Dr. Cavazos is passionate about helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles that support overall wellness—living by his philosophy of “excellent dentistry for a lifetime of wellness.”

A native of Brownsville, Texas, Dr. Cavazos earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Chicago before pursuing dentistry at The University of Texas Health Science Center Dental School, where he graduated in 2010. He continued his advanced training through an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency, earning the honor of Resident of the Year.

Dr. Cavazos is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD)—a distinction achieved by fewer than 6% of general dentists in the U.S. and Canada—reflecting his dedication to continuing education and clinical excellence. He is also actively enrolled in advanced comprehensive training through the prestigious Pankey Institute, a leader in dental education for over 50 years.

Known for his thoughtful and collaborative approach, Dr. Cavazos takes time to understand each patient’s needs, goals, and life circumstances. He believes in empowering patients through education and working together to achieve the optimal level of dental health at every stage of life.

Dr. Cavazos is also an experienced Invisalign® provider, offering advanced clear aligner treatment to discreetly correct crowding, gaps, overbites, and deep bites—helping patients achieve healthier, more confident smiles without traditional braces.

Outside the office, Dr. Cavazos enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. He values fitness, the outdoors, and staying actively involved in his family’s life. Together with his caring and knowledgeable team, Dr. Cavazos looks forward to welcoming you and providing dental care you can trust for years to come.

I’m an FAGD Dentist — What Does That Mean for You and Your Family?

FAGD stands for Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. Earning a Fellowship requires a commitment to continuing dental education (CE) beyond graduation. Only about 6% of general dentists in the U.S. and Canada achieve this distinction.

When you see FAGD after a dentist’s name, you can feel confident knowing they are dedicated to staying current with the latest techniques and best practices in dentistry. AGD Fellows regularly practice these techniques in the classroom and hands-on settings multiple times each year—not every dentist does.

To become an AGD Fellow, a dentist must:

  • Complete more than 500 credit hours of continuing education
  • Earn at least 350 of those credits through live courses
  • Pass an exam comparable in difficulty to board certification exams

We Love our Patients

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Thanks to Dr. Cavazos, Stefanie, and the entire team at Bright Smiles. Great customer service and expert care. A great dentist who cares about patient health. Thank you
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Edward W
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Always a good experience. Straight up and honest dentist
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Chris H
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Caring staff as always! Pilar is very thorough and careful to my sensitivities. Always a joy to come in to Dr. Cavazos' office.
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Trisha S
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This was the best experience I have ever had with a dentist and I will be a patient for life. Everyone was so kind and attentive, all smiles and seemed genuinely happy to be there. Very patient answering questions, they also make an excellent effort to get to know you and ensure you feel comfortable at all times a much as possible.
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Ashley G
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Dr. Cavazos is exceptional! He’s very skilled and detailed. He cares about his patients and makes personal calls to check in with us following a visit. Best dentist I’ve ever had.
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Julian O
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My dental appointments are always so pleasant because I’m always treated like family. Dr Cavazos and his staff are the friendliest, caring and most courteous. I’m always greeted with warm smiles from my welcome to my departure. Thank You Bright Smile! 😊
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Rita W
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Dr. Alex and his staff are fantastic!
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Stevan F
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The office staff always greet you warmly. They are efficient and take care of what you need. The hygienist, Stephanie, was thorough and very knowledgeable. Dr. Cavazos is great and listens to the needs of his patients.
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Sherry W
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Great cleaning, liked the hygienist.
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Mary S
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Dr. Cavazos and the entire team at Bright Smile Dental are absolutely warm and professional. This practice has been my dental team for close to 2 years now. Dr. Cavazos has great bedside manners and is very approachable. Explains what is going on and tries to make the treatments as less intimidating as possible. Josie and the other lady at the front desk have always done more than their best in working with my schedules and accommodating me, sometimes even at real short notice. Even the rest of the staff - Gage, Stephanie and the others have been great with me so far! I would highly recommend this practice.
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