Dragan Smiles
Integrated Award Winner – New Brand
*Trace Element
Dallas, Texas, USA
Dragan Smiles entered a pivotal new chapter when Dr. Sabrina Dragan acquired the pediatric dental practice from its beloved retiring founder. The rebrand needed to preserve existing families’ trust while introducing a fresh, memorable identity that reflected new leadership and welcomed both children and parents. The creative concept grew from the pronunciation of Dr. Dragan’s surname, “dragon,” inspiring a smiling dragon logo and a playful, fantasy-inspired brand world. Friendly mythical characters transformed dental fears into approachable adventures, helping demystify mouth care and create more positive patient experiences.
Vibrant colours, expressive typography and cheerful illustrations balanced imagination with clinical credibility, creating a flexible system that extended across stationery, signage, uniforms, social media and in-office experiences. Together, these elements unified the practice’s visual identity and storytelling while giving the team a consistent communications toolkit. The refreshed identity brought renewed energy and confidence to the practice, with existing patients embracing the new brand and new families responding to its distinctive personality. The cohesive system strengthened brand recognition across touchpoints and established Dragan Smiles as a memorable, differentiated presence in pediatric dentistry.
Credits
Creative Director & Lead Designer: Dana Nixon
Account Manager: Kasey Cooley
Chief Operations Officer: Lindsey Phaup
Chief Creative Officer: Jeff Barfoot