Design Ottoboni Odontologia is one of Blumenau's most distinguished dental clinics, located in the Velha neighborhood at Rua Dr. Léo de Carvalho, 74. The clinic is led by brothers Dr. Thiago Ottoboni and Dr. Gustavo Ottoboni, whose combined expertise in aesthetic dentistry, implantology, and oral surgery has built a practice recognized not only locally but internationally. Design Ottoboni operates as a member of the Slow Dentistry Global Network — a network of elite dental practices committed to careful, patient-centered, evidence-based dentistry — and serves as a reference clinic in Southern Brazil for high-quality aesthetic and restorative dental care.
The clinic is the home of the Ottoboni Study Center (ottobonistudycenter.com.br), an educational platform through which the brothers share their clinical expertise with dentists across Brazil and internationally. The Ottoboni Protocol Method — developed by Dr. Thiago for composite resin manipulation — has trained thousands of dentists in over 17 countries, establishing Design Ottoboni as a name synonymous with technical excellence and pedagogical contribution to the dental profession.
Aesthetic Dentistry and Smile Design
Aesthetic dentistry is the clinic's defining specialty. Dr. Thiago Ottoboni holds a specialization in restorative and aesthetic dentistry from Unopar and a Master's degree in Dentistry from UNG (2017). His Ottoboni Protocol Method for composite resin manipulation represents a systematized, technically precise approach to composite restorations that elevates the standard of what direct aesthetic dentistry can achieve. The clinic uses SmileCloud technology — advanced artificial intelligence-powered software — to create photorealistic smile simulations, allowing patients to preview their planned aesthetic results with exceptional accuracy before treatment begins.
Aesthetic treatments include porcelain veneers and dental contact lenses (lentes de contato dental) — ultra-thin ceramic restorations bonded to the front surfaces of teeth — as well as high-precision direct composite resin restorations sculpted and polished to mimic natural tooth anatomy and translucency. Professional teeth whitening (clareamento dental) uses clinical-grade protocols to brighten enamel prior to or alongside other aesthetic procedures. Every aesthetic case is approached as a complete smile design, considering tooth shape, size, color, and gum contour in relation to the patient's facial aesthetics.
Dental Implants and Implantology
Dr. Gustavo Ottoboni specializes in implantology and advanced oral surgeries, with fellowship training under Dr. Gustavo Giordani — a recognized authority in the implantology field. This advanced specialization enables the clinic to handle complex implant cases with confidence and precision. Dental implants at Design Ottoboni follow a comprehensive protocol: diagnostic imaging, digital treatment planning, surgical placement with precision guidance, and prosthetic restoration designed to integrate seamlessly with the surrounding smile.
The clinic offers single-tooth implants, multi-implant restorations, and full-arch rehabilitation on implants — including protocol/All-on-X prostheses for patients with extensive tooth loss who require fixed, implant-supported complete arch restorations. Dr. Gustavo's advanced surgical training also enables preparatory procedures such as bone grafting and other interventions that optimize implant outcomes in complex anatomical situations.
Gingival Surgeries and Periodontics
Gingival surgeries (cirurgias gengivais) are performed at Design Ottoboni to correct gum tissue contour, symmetry, and volume in ways that complement and complete aesthetic dental work. Gingival contouring (gengivoplastia) reshapes excess or uneven gum tissue to reveal more of the tooth crown and create a balanced smile frame — often performed in coordination with veneers or smile design for maximum aesthetic impact. Dr. Gustavo's surgical expertise ensures these procedures are executed with precision and minimal patient discomfort.
Oral Rehabilitation
Oral rehabilitation (reabilitação oral) encompasses comprehensive treatment plans for patients with multiple damaged, missing, or structurally compromised teeth. The Ottoboni brothers' complementary specializations — aesthetic restorative dentistry and implantology/surgery — create an exceptional team for managing complex rehabilitations. Cases requiring combinations of implants, crowns, veneers, and aesthetic dentistry are coordinated between the two specialists under one roof, providing truly integrated, high-quality care.
Restorative Dentistry
Direct and indirect restorative dentistry forms the clinical backbone of the practice. The Ottoboni Protocol Method for composite resin ensures that even routine restorations are executed with a level of technical precision and aesthetic result that distinguishes Design Ottoboni from typical dental clinics. Indirect restorations — ceramic inlays, onlays, and crowns — are also available for cases requiring greater coverage or durability, each crafted with the aesthetic sensitivity that defines the clinic's standard of work.
Patient Experience and Technology
Design Ottoboni combines personalized, humanized care with cutting-edge dental technology. SmileCloud AI-powered digital smile design gives patients a clear, realistic preview of their planned results, facilitating informed decision-making and expectation alignment. The clinic's Slow Dentistry affiliation signals a commitment to taking the time necessary to deliver excellence — unhurried, careful, patient-centered treatment that prioritizes quality over volume. From the first consultation to the final appointment, patients at Design Ottoboni receive expert, professional care from two of Blumenau's most accomplished dental specialists.
