Santiago Lotus Dental

Santiago Lotus Dental is a multi-specialty dental clinic in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic. Three specialized departments operate within a single building. The clinic serves patients from the USA, Canada, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

Dr. Ariel Yu Zeng, the founder and clinical director, leads the medical team. Eleven doctors manage general, aesthetic, and surgical dental needs. For complex procedures, the clinic offers conscious sedation (laughing gas) to keep patients comfortable.

Advanced Dental Specialties and Procedures

The clinic focuses on rehabilitation and aesthetics. Specialists use digital workflows to plan and execute treatments with high precision.

Aesthetic and Prosthetic Dentistry

Specialists perform smile transformations and functional restorations. Key services include:

• Porcelain veneers and aesthetic resins
• Professional teeth whitening
• Full mouth rehabilitation using All-on-4 or All-on-2 protocols
• Fixed prostheses and dental implants
• Digital Smile Design (DSD) to preview results

Prosthetic treatments are planned with intraoral scans and computer-aided design for accurate fitting.

Endodontics and Periodontics

Dr. Elizabeth Grullon specializes in root canal therapy and periapical surgery. The endodontic department uses operating microscopes and nickel-titanium rotary files to treat deep infections. Ultrasonic-activated irrigation ensures thorough disinfection of the root canal system.

The clinic treats all stages of periodontal disease. The periodontal care plan includes:

• Digital probing and bacterial analysis via saliva testing
• Ultrasonic-assisted root scaling and planing
• Periodontal laser therapy for targeted disinfection
• Regenerative surgery using membranes and biomaterials to restore lost bone

Follow-up visits every 3–4 months track bone stability with digital imaging.

Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery

Dr. Mario Alberto Abreu Cruz leads the maxillofacial department. His team focuses on facial harmonization and surgical extractions. They perform aesthetic crown lengthening to correct gummy smiles by reshaping gum contours. Before any extraction, surgeons use Cone Beam CT (CBCT) scans to map root anatomy and nerve proximity.

Diagnostic Technology and Safety

The clinic follows international ALARA standards to minimize radiation exposure. Specialists use low-dose digital imaging to detect hidden decay, infections, and bone lesions. Available equipment includes:

• Cone Beam CT Scan (CBCT) for 3D bone and nerve mapping
• Cerec Omnicam for high-speed intraoral scanning
• DIAGNOCam for laser-based cavity detection without X-rays
• Digital panoramic and periapical X-rays

These images feed directly into 3D software to create custom surgical guides for implant placement.

Services for International Patients

A coordinated tourism program supports patients traveling for treatment. Coordinators speak English, Spanish, and French. Service begins with a video or WhatsApp consultation to review timelines and costs.

Logistical support for travelers includes:

• Airport pickup and direct transfers to lodging
• Stays at partner hotels near the clinic
• Postoperative follow-up after patients return home
• Financing options and payment plans through the Heva platform

The clinic also offers Aqua Care professional cleaning. This drill-free, needle-free system handles routine hygiene – often without anesthesia.