They are the Co-Founders of Smile Design Dentistry,  a provider of comprehensive dental care with over 55 locations in the greater Tampa Bay Area. Mr. Patel serves as the CEO while Dr. Patel is the Chief Dental Officer of Smile Design Dentistry.  She is also a member of several professional organizations, including the American Dental Association and the Florida Dental Association.

Dr. Patel achieved her Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) degree at the University of Florida College of Dentistry in Gainesville. Prior to that she earned her undergraduate degree at Tulane University where she received her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Cell and Molecular Biology. Mr. Patel did his undergraduate studies at the University of Florida.