Dr Maria Cardenas

Dr. Maria Cardenas is a pioneer in Digital Smile Design (DSD) and one of the nation’s leading authorities in facially driven cosmetic dentistry. Her dedication to excellence and innovation led her practice to become the first certified Digital Smile Design (DSD) Clinic in the United States. As a Certified DSD Master, she brings cutting-edge digital planning, artistic precision, and a deeply personalized approach to every smile transformation. Widely known as the “dentist for dentists,” Dr. Cardenas is trusted by both local and international colleagues who travel to her boutique clinic in Wellesley—just outside Boston—for advanced cosmetic care. With over 25 years of clinical experience, her work blends natural aesthetics, functional harmony, and uncompromising quality to create results that feel as authentic as they look.