Dontia Alliance Pte. Ltd. ('DA') has unveiled its inaugural Advanced Implant Strategies Centre of Excellence ('AIS Centre') in Penang, Malaysia. This inauguration signifies the initial phase of DA's ambition to build an extensive and resilient network of "AIS Centres" across Asia, bolstering its expanding dental ecosystem in the region.
The launch occurred in partnership with SmileBay Dental Sdn. Bhd. ('SmileBay'), a prominent dental group in Penang boasting eight (8) clinics nationwide in Malaysia. DA expressed its pleasure in designating SmileBay Signature Advanced Implant Centre ("SmileBay AIC") as the inaugural AIS Centre. With comprehensive facilities including a laboratory and training center alongside its clinical services, SmileBay AIC stands as SmileBay's largest fully-equipped implant center.
The "AIS Centre," a novel concept introduced by DA, represents an elite designation bestowed upon the foremost all-encompassing implant center in each country, acknowledging its unwavering dedication to clinical superiority and patient-focused service. Furthermore, AIS Centres place particular emphasis on incorporating cutting-edge techniques and technologies into their practices, thereby setting new standards of excellence in the field of dental implantology. With this esteemed branding, patients can rest assured that their implant procedures and ongoing care adhere to the utmost standards of quality.
In the next two years, four (4) more AIS Centres will be launched in Singapore, Hong Kong (SAR), Vietnam and the Philippines. They will leverage an efficient consolidation of resources and expertise to optimize the practices of individual implant centers in the network. Dental professionals at AIS Centres can also look forward to upgrading themselves with an extensive spread of educational courses, networking events and mentorships under the AIS programme.
Moreover, the increasing aging population across Asia, coupled with a growing number of edentulous individuals, underscores the heightened importance of convenient and readily available implant care. Establishing a comprehensive implant solutions hub in each major city becomes imperative in safeguarding patients' quality of life throughout their lifelong oral health endeavors. Additionally, the presence of dependable implant repair centers is pivotal for patients seeking to extend the lifespan of their implants, particularly as implants gain traction as a preferred option for tooth loss replacement.
Coinciding with the inauguration of the inaugural AIS Centre, DA took pride in unveiling its corporate social responsibility endeavors, which entail collaborations with dental implant manufacturers to offer implant treatment to disadvantaged individuals. This initiative underscores DA's ongoing dedication to ensuring equitable access to dental care for all.
Dr. Wong Keng Mun, the founder of DA, said, "We recognize the importance of accessibility and are committed to establishing implant repair and service centers in the major cities of Asia to ensure that patients can access necessary care and maintenance for their implants conveniently. By consolidating resources and expertise, our AIS Centres leverage economies to scale to deliver cost-effective and quality implant solutions. We are dedicated to educating the public on the benefits of implants and complex oral rehabilitation, thereby empowering them to make informed decisions about their oral health".
Dr. James Chow, the founder of DA, said, "Our AIS Centres serve as educational hubs for dentists by providing training and updates on new dental materials technologies and techniques to keep them abreast of the latest innovation and development in implant dentistry. Our AIS Centres also facilitate the sharing of best practices among dentists and foster a community of learning and continuous improvement".
Dr. Yong Peng San, the founder of SmileBay, said, "As we celebrate two momentous occasions today, I am honoured that SmileBay AIC has been selected as the first AIS Centre in Asia. I believe this will propel the growth trajectory of SmileBay AIC and Penang as it becomes the preferred destination for patients seeking holistic care in their lifelong dental health journey".
