Smile design

Smile design and teeth whitening in Miami

A plan for the whole smile instead of one tooth at a time — designed around your face, and approved by you before any treatment begins.

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Medically reviewed by Dr. Rodolfo Rodriguez, DMD · Updated October 4, 2026

What smile design means

Smile design starts with your face, not your teeth: how much tooth shows when you talk and smile, the line of your lips, the color of your skin and eyes, and how your bite works. From there we plan what needs to change — and just as important, what doesn't.

The plan might be whitening alone. It might be Invisalign to straighten first, then a few porcelain veneers. It might include crowns, or implants for missing teeth. Many good results combine two or three of these in the right order.

Designed with you

We start with photos of your smile and a conversation about what you'd love to change. Dr. Rodriguez then plans the result with you — shape, length, color and the order of treatment — and nothing permanent is done until you've approved the plan.

Your restorations are made with our in-house ceramist, who works from the same plan you approved.

Teeth whitening

Professional whitening in the office lightens natural tooth color more than store-bought products, under supervision. Some people feel temporary sensitivity during or after whitening; we'll talk about how to keep it comfortable for you.

Whitening only changes natural teeth. Crowns, veneers and fillings keep their color, so if you plan to have any of them, it's usually best to whiten first and match the new work to your whiter shade.

Why the order matters

Straightening before veneers can mean fewer veneers and less preparation of your teeth. Whitening before crowns or veneers means the new work matches the color you'll keep. Treating gum disease or decay first protects everything that follows. Dr. Rodriguez plans that sequence with you at the start.

FAQs

How long does smile design take?

It depends on what the plan includes. Whitening can be done in a visit; a plan with Invisalign and veneers takes months. You'll get the timeline with your plan.

Does whitening damage enamel?

Professional whitening used as directed doesn't damage enamel. Temporary sensitivity is the most common side effect.

Where do I start?

With a consultation. We'll talk about what you'd like to change, look at your teeth and bite, and map out your options — from whitening alone to a complete smile design.

Is smile design covered by insurance?

Cosmetic treatment usually isn't. Parts of a plan, like crowns that restore damaged teeth, sometimes are. See Insurance & membership.

Start with a conversation.

Tell us what's going on, in English or Spanish. We'll take it from there.