Those are just a few of the ways our patients at Smile Design Dental describe their exceptional experiences at our practice. Smile Design Dental has been carefully planned to deliver excellence in patient experience from the moment you walk through our front door.

From warmly greeting you, to giving you a personal tour of our spa-like, modern facility, to gentle care in the dental chair our goal is make you feel comfortable and in good hands. We provide you the quality dentistry you deserve, in a relaxing and chic environment beyond your expectations for the dentists office.

Our doctors are proud to serve the communities of South Florida, and do so with utmost integrity and skill. We truly care about our patients and enjoy helping them achieve optimal oral health. Smile Design Dental doctors pursue continuing education to keep up with cutting-edge advancements in the field of dentistry and make them available to you right here in our Broward County offices!

Our friendly hygienists will help you manage your preventive care, and our front desk staff is happy to help you coordinate economical options to pay for your treatment. We seek to establish generations long relationships with the families in our areas, and to be your trusted partner in your oral health.

We offer amenities like aromatherapy, noise canceling headsets to enhance your relaxation, and iPads. We also offer sedation dentistry options to help you sail through your dental procedure serenely even if its for a routine cleaning!

We provide complete, comprehensive dental health services in five convenient locations throughout South Florida: Ft. Lauderdale, Coral Springs, Plantation, Hallandale Beach and Margate. Let us surprise you with how enjoyable your trip to the dentists can be. We promise you, you will not be disappointed!

Diego Azar, DMD, PA decided to pursue a career in dentistry because of how much he enjoyed working with his hands. As a dentist he is able to help and serve others, improving their health as well as their way of life.

Dr. Sabrina Garces, grew up in Brazil where she attended dental school completing her DDS degree with high honors in 2000. After a couple of years working as a dentist she and her family relocated to south Florida where she continued her education by pursuing two years of residency program at The University of Florida.

Dr. Garces is dedicated to providing her patients with the most advanced treatments available in all the areas of dentistry, also she is committed to continuing education and lifelong learning. She devotes part of her time to teaching as a clinical professor of dental residency program from The University of Florida at Miami campus

Dr. Nathalie Vera has been a lifelong resident of the Fort Lauderdale area. She is a graduate of the University of Florida and earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Nova Southeastern University. Providing the most advanced dental care in a comfortable and pleasant atmosphere while creating long-lasting friendships with her patients is her top priority. Dr. Vera is a member of the American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and Academy of GP Orthodontics. She is a certified Invisalign provider and continues postgraduate studies in the field of orthodontics. In her free time, Dr. Vera enjoys watching her beloved Florida Gators, traveling to off the beaten path destinations, and spending quality time with her family, two dogs, and her little girl, Valentina.

Dory Green, DMD, FAGD, is a graduate of The Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry, where she received special distinction as a member of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Honor Society and the Dental Anesthesia Honor Society and has been named one of Americas Top Dentists by the Consumers Research Council of America. She is currently an active member of the Florida Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, Doctors of Excellence, and The International Association of Coroners and Medical Examiners. Following her graduation from Temple, Dr. Green completed her residency at Virtua Hospital in Camden, NJ, where she received advanced training in endodontics and esthetic techniques. She then spent two years in pediatric practice in Philadelphia before returning to her roots in South Florida. Born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, she graduated from the University of Miami with a bachelors degree in biology, chemistry, and theatre arts. Dr. Green practices all phases of family dentistry, treating everyone from young children to seniors. Dr. Green is very passionate about education and is constantly working to ensure that the care provided to her patients is at the highest standard of modern dentistry. She is currently incorporating airway and sleep medicine into her practice to provide more effective care for patients with apnea and other disorders. She has been licensed in Florida, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, and has been a certified dental expert witness for the State of Florida.

Dr. Wisdom Akpaka D.D.S. completed his Doctorate in Dental Surgery program at the New York University College of Dentistry. After initially practicing in Ohio, he relocated to SouthFlorida. Dr. Wisdom has demonstrated a commitment to postdoctoral studies by already completing advanced courses in endodontics (root canal treatment), restoration of dental implants, crown and bridge restorations, surgical dental extractions, bone grafting, and surgical placement of dental implants. He is a certified provider of Invisalign orthodontics and has expertise in veneers, cosmetic bonding, crowns to restore damaged teeth, and the replacement of missing teeth. He carefully designs smile makeovers with lasting results that are as conservative and affordable as possible. Dr. Wisdom is a member of the American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry. He stays active by enjoying golfing and also dancing the bachata, salsa and merengue.

Dr. Yaron Tavory was born in Haifa, Israel but was raised in South Florida. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology at the University of Miami. Dr. Tavory then went on to earn his Doctorate of Medical Dentistry from Boston University School of Graduate Dentistry.

Her passion for dentistry shines through in every patient she serves as she provides the best treatment and cares possible. She prides herself in treating her patients like family and enjoys performing mission trips to underserved areas of our country and abroad in her spare time.

Paola Kesman DDS is a graduate from University of Cordoba School of Dentistry in Argentina. Dr Kesman came to South Florida in 2007 where she continued her passion in dentistry. She takes pride in ensuring her patients receive the nothing but the best care possible. She is a mother of two beautiful children and enjoys playing tennis and traveling the world in her spare time

Dr. Lena Varone received her Doctorate of Dental Medicine degree from Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Graduating top of her class with honors, she is committed to providing high-quality dental care for her patients. She is recognized for her caring personality and high level of compassion and is proficient in smile design with the conservative application of veneers, crowns, and implants. She is an active member of the American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, and the American Academy of Cosmetic dentistry. She has additional certifications in Invisalign and Therapeutic applications of Botox and Dermal fillers. Dr. Varone is originally from Raleigh, North Carolina, and enjoys outdoor activities, spending time with her friends and family, and traveling to new places. In the office, she prioritizes patient care and looks forward to meeting your individual healthcare needs!

Dr. Antonio Maceda-Johnson was born in Caracas, Venezuela. He graduated from Boston University in General Dentistry. Dr. Maceda-Johnson graduated Magna Cum Laude from Dental school and received the Frankl Aspen Scholarship award.

Dr. Tiffany A. Brady, DMD, RN, grew up in the sunny coastal town of Negril, Jamaica. From an early age, Dr. Brady knew that helping people was part of her higher purpose. Its with this knowledge in mind that she began her pursuit of a career in the medical field. Emigrating to the United States allowed Dr. Brady to complete an undergraduate degree in Nursing. For several years after graduation, Dr. Brady worked as a Registered Nurse, caring for critically ill patients with unrelenting dedication and compassion.

Dr. Bradys continued passion for life-long learning and a growing love for dentistry led her to enroll for a Doctorate in Dental Medicine (DMD) at the University of Connecticut, a feat she accomplished while on a full academic scholarship thanks to a history of exemplary performance. Additionally, Dr. Brady has received two years of training in an Advanced Education Program in Pediatric Dentistry. This specialized training has equipped her with the right skills to handle pediatric patients with extensive dental and medical needs.

While in residency, Dr. Brady also served as a Clinical Assistant Instructor at Stony Brook University School of Medicine. The desire to share her vast knowledge with others is life-long, and Dr. Bradys goal is to pass on her medical expertise to the next generation of dentists.

Dr. Bradys extensive expertise in pediatric dentistry includes preventive and restorative dental care, advanced behavior management techniques, sedation dentistry, and complex dental rehabilitation procedures. She is well-versed in providing treatments under various forms of anesthesia, thus making dental care accessible and comfortable for pediatric patients who suffer from extreme dental anxiety. Dr. Brady is also trained in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support, which enables her to perform a comprehensive assessment and offer adequate support during your childs dental treatment.

As well as providing outstanding care to her patients, Dr. Brady is also passionate about volunteering. She has donated countless hours of free dental care to children in underserved communities and continues to generously give her time and skills to local and international charities. Dr. Brady is an active member of national and local dental professional organizations.

Dr. Dayron Baez is a fourth-generation dentist on his mothers side. Throughout his childhood, he told everyone that he wanted to be a dentist when he grew up-even before he knew what it meant to be a dentist. In college, Dr. Baez began to make his dream a reality excelling in his undergraduate classes. Dr. Baez graduated Cum-Lade, receiving his bachelors in biology from Florida International University. Scoring in the 90th percentile in his dental school entrance exam, he then decided to follow in his brothers footsteps and make Nova Southeastern University the home where he would pursue his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree.

At NSU, Dr. Dayron Baez focused on his didactic and clinical skills, where he excelled and was placed in advanced prosthodontics and endodontics curriculum. But the growth did not end there, after graduation Dr. Dayron Baez continues his dedication to his education and remains up-to-date on the latest advancements in his field with over 700 combined hours of continuing education courses.

At Smile Design Dental, Dr. Baez always looks at the mouth and teeth as an entire apparatus to understand the issue comprehensively. As a result of the comprehensive approach, he is able to help patients with the entirety of the issue, not just the ongoing symptoms, to ensure long-term oral health. Each patient receives the care and respect that they deserve. The Smile Design family relish in the time spent getting to know patients and applying the combined wisdom to provide the most complete care possible.

Dr. Diaz Abreu was born in the Dominican Republic and raised in Miami, Fl. She attended the University of Florida to receive her bachelors in psychology and minor in innovation. Shortly after, she traded her flip-flops for snow boots and headed to the Midwest to complete her Doctor of Dental Surgery from Marquette University in Milwaukee Wisconsin.