My wife and I first met Dr. Prasert Theplaong socially, through friends, in June 2002 whilst we were on holiday in Phuket.

He invited us around to his clinic and, during the course of our visit, gave us a dental examination plus a clean and polish.

My experience was that he asked me to sit so he could take a picture of my mouth. I immediately thought, ”x-ray,” which, due to a horrible gag-reflex, I do not enjoy. However, the “picture of my mouth” was just that. Via his digital camera, my mouth was soon on his computer screen and he was able to explain, and show me, exactly what needed to be done. I was very impressed with that particular technique.

Prior to triple heart bypass surgery in March 2004, I had to have my four lower front teeth removed by a local dentist and a partial denture made to replace them. My professional and social life became miserable, as anyone who has worn them and eaten, will understand.

As a Professional Entertainer, (guitarist / vocalist), singing became a nightmare, with my tongue trying to form words and balance the denture. A very difficult manoeuver!

I contacted Prasert and he suggested either implants, (a little out of my price range), or a bridge of four artificial teeth, if the eyeteeth were stable enough to support it.

I traveled to Phuket in June 2004 and stayed for three weeks, attending the Phuket Dental Center approximately every second day. I now happily wear that bridge, plus another single bridge and five crowns, all on the lower jaw. All the work is made from porcelain and the total cost, (including return airfare), is about one quarter of the cost for the same work done in Australia . Dr. Prasert Theplaong 's “chairside manner” is exemplary, both calming and efficient. As a Dentist, he is a true “Dental Artist.”

Both my wife and I shall return to Phuket next year, where he has already planned work for my upper jaw.

Please feel free to email me if you have any inquiries.
Mal Clarke