Dr. Pawak Tungthangthum brings _doctor_2034_years_ of cosmetic dentistry expertise, having performed 900+ Hollywood Smile transformations with Empress esthetic/Emax veneers. The procedure may cost around 12,000 THB per tooth, typically covering digital X-rays, 3D imaging, and personalized treatment planning. Trained in both the USA and Thailand, Dr. Pawak operates at Kitcha Dental Clinic – an AACD-accredited practice with _doctor_2034_years_ of experience serving 6,000+ patients annually.
Kitcha Dental Clinic is a Chiang Mai dental center with over 30 years of experience handling 10,000 patients each year. Its core specialties are general dentistry and maxillofacial surgery for adults and children. Credentials include the American Dental Association and membership in the International Team for Implantology.
Chiangmai International Dental Clinic (CIDC) is part of Thailand's largest trusted dental network, with _doctor_4575_years_ of experience. Dr. Tarin Piangsuk, a board-certified prosthodontist and Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists, specializes in digital dentistry for Hollywood Smile procedures. The treatment may cost around $510. CIDC operates under JCI accreditation and serves a majority of international patients.
Chiangmai International Dental Clinic (CIDC) is the northern Thailand location of JCI-accredited Bangkok International Dental Center. The clinic specializes in All-on-4 implants, aesthetic veneers, and full mouth restorations. Part of Thailand's largest trusted dental clinic network with over 20 years of service.
Dr. Pawak Tungthangthum brings over _doctor_2034_years_ of specialized dental expertise, trained in both Thailand and the USA for Hollywood Smile procedures.
Dr. Pawak Tungthangthum heads the Dental Department at Bangkok Chiang Mai Hospital. He is a restorative dentistry and implantology expert based in Thailand. Dr. Tungthangthum completed a specialized implantology program at the University of California, Los Angeles. He is a certified Invisalign Provider with professional training from the USA.
Kitcha Dental Clinic is a Chiang Mai dental center with over 30 years of experience handling 10,000 patients each year. Its core specialties are general dentistry and maxillofacial surgery for adults and children. Credentials include the American Dental Association and membership in the International Team for Implantology.
Dr. Tarin Piangsuk is a board-certified prosthodontist. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics and a Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists (FACP). Dr. Piangsuk focuses on digital dentistry. He uses advanced methods for procedures such as all-on-4 dental implants, porcelain veneers, and dental crowns.
\n\nDr. Piangsuk received his DDS and MS from Chiang Mai University. He also completed a Master’s in Oral Science and a Certificate in Prosthodontics at the University of Iowa. He is known for high success rates in complex restorative cases. His work shows a strong commitment to clinical excellence and innovation in prosthodontics.
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The procedure gives you a flawless, radiant grin by correcting, whitening, and aligning your teeth ideally.
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