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Dr. Aastha Chandra: Empowering People By Handcrafting Their Smiles In The Most Comforting & Painless Way
Dr. Aastha Chandra
Co-Founder & Chief Dentist, Opal Dental Care Studio
Specialized in Cosmetic Implant and Restorative Dentistry, Dr. Aastha Chandra, Co-founder & Chief Dentist, Opal Dental Care Studio is transforming lives by helping people wear their brightest smiles every day. She is a reputed dentist and is known as one of the foremost veneer specialists in the country who has successfully executed numerous cases of Smile Makeovers, Full Mouth Rehabilitation, Restorative Implants & Crowns, and Post Implant Restorations.
Dr. Aastha began her journey in 2006 when she ensconced herself in one of the most prestigious dental colleges in India, The Government Dental College, Mumbai. During & after the course, she received numerous great opportunities to assist and work with some of the best doctors and renowned specialists, which enabled her to sharpen her skills in dentistry, experience various possibilities in cosmetic dentistry, and learn different applications of technology in this area. She has also attended numerous courses ranging in General, Aesthetic, and Implant dentistry from prestigious universities in Germany and England.
What distinguishes Dr. Aastha is her empathetic nature and her ability to feel her patients’ fears. This is why, even though she was working with some of the best practitioners in this industry, she decided to establish her own clinic and make a positive impact on the lives of others. Therefore, Opal Dental Care Studio is her unique initiative to redefine the concept of dentistry, diminish the negative connotations attached, and revolutionize modern cosmetic dentistry. Here she brings 10+ years of rich clinical experience to offer painless smile makeovers through a gentle & meticulous approach and international standards of care. Her compassionate approach and expertise in cosmetic dentistry make her one of the best cosmetic dentists in India. Let’s hear it from Dr. Aastha.
"The satisfaction on a patient’s face with their redesigned teeth gives me the motivation to constantly keep enhancing my skills to make every smile even more glamorous"
How would you describe Opal Dental Care Studio? What are its differentiating factors?
Opal Dental Care Studio was established with the vision to give a loving smile and a joyful experience to patients. The multi-specialty treatment studio is equipped with all the modern technology and is engraved with advanced delivery systems. The team consists of highly educated, trained, and skilled doctors & specialists who are proficient in taking care of patients’ dental care needs including preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry in the most efficient manner. Our motive is to deliver a comforting and pain-free experience to our patients; hence, we have designed the ambience of the clinic in a way that patients that walk in don't feel like they are entering an eerie dental clinic but a five-star luxury spa. We offer every facility to our patients to relax before or while any dental procedure. We have a ceilingmounted television for patients to watch their favorite shows, music of their choice in the background, and a specially curated beverage menu that includes even Starbucks coffee to keep patients calm, cool & comfortable; we have everything on board to give our patients happy experiences.
What are the different roles you shoulder as the Co-founder and Chief Dentist at Opal Dental Care? What are the various procedures and treatments that you specialize in?
We take care of the entire gamut of dentistry from pediatric dentistry to geriatric dentistry. More specifically, I specialize in restorative and cosmetic dentistry which includes smile designing, replacement of missing teeth, restoring bite, and restructuring the entire oral cavity. Apart from that, as the founder, I am blessed to have an able & strong team, and we work like a well-oiled engine. I can easily delegate roles & responsibilities to my team which allows me to focus entirely on dentistry and my patients.
What are some of the most significant milestones that you have achieved throughout your professional journey?
The first stepping stone toward a successful career was securing a seat in the Government Dental College of Mumbai and coming under the merit list of the same. Moreover, working extremely hard under different types of world-renowned specialists and completing international courses have been one of the most satisfying accomplishments of my journey. These experiences also gave birth to Opal Dental Care Studio for the greater good of changing people’s lives and that’s been one of the cherished milestones of my journey till now. Well, I also believe that this is just the beginning and many more milestones are to be achieved. The satisfaction on a patient’s face with their redesigned teeth gives me the motivation to constantly keep enhancing my skills to make every smile even more glamorous.
What would your advice be to young women who aspire to become business leaders and dentists in the future?
Throughout the journey, what’s extremely important is to dream big, follow your dreams, work hard every day, and more importantly enjoy the journey. You will see every stage in your life will teach you something valuable that you can leverage in your future endeavors.
Dr. Aastha Chandra, Co-Founder & Chief Dentist, Opal Dental Care Studio
Dr. Aastha has completed her graduation from one of India’s premier institutions – Government Dental College, Mumbai. Having worked for over a decade, she is extremely passionate about Dental Care and provides the best treatment, materials, and recovery plans for her patients, and is known for treating every patient with utmost care and empathy.