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The clinic focuses on sleep sedation, implants, and aesthetic dentistry. One key feature is the ultra-thin 0.1mm no-prep veneer. This technique needs no enamel reduction, so natural teeth stay intact. The clinic also uses 3D navigation for flapless implant surgery through a 2mm opening.</p><p>The practice opened in 2001. Lead dentist Dr. Ho-Yeon Suh trained at Yonsei University. He holds a specialist certificate from the Ministry of Health and Welfare. Dr. Suh also received the Minister of Health and Welfare Award. Other team members trained at Seoul National University. Digital tools include 3D CT imaging and digital oral scans. 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