Dr. Kapil Khurana: Pioneer of Cosmetic Dentistry
From a modest beginning in India to Moscow and now to UAE Dr. Kapil Khurana has come a long way. Having studied dentistry in Russia where he learnt the finer techniques of dentistry he moved to Moscow and now is now helping people improve their smiles in UAE. With so much going on in the world of cosmetic dentistry Dr. Kapil shares his ideas about cosmetic dentistry and his expansion plans.
By Vasujit Kalia.
You have traversed a long way can you throw some light on this illustrious journey, how difficult the journey was and what challenges you faced?
Ans. I finished BDS from Russia in 1997 and later on went on to do MDS in 2001. For a long time I worked as a dentist therapist and prosthodontist. Since 2013 I am engaged only in cosmetic dentistry.
You ventured into the field of cosmetic dentistry decades back how have these sectors evolved over these years?
Ans. Cosmetic Dentistry sector across the world has evolved dramatically over last few years. The patients want quality services which were till a few years back lacking, seeing this demand I ventured into this field and went international. Earlier the patients used to go in for braces and orthodontics but in today’s age cosmetic dentistry has given people a chance to improve their smile without using braces and Orthodontics.
You are known for your community service initiatives can please tell us more about few CSR projects which are close to your heart?
Ans. I believe in giving back to the society and I have been involved with a few CSR projects of late. I have been associated with many charity organizations and conduct free dental check-ups for the poor and the needy patients across the globe. I have a charity find and it is named as The Charity Fund of Dr. Kapil Khurana.
What is your USP?
Ans. I am a member of American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) and European Society of Cosmetic Dentistry (ESCD). I have undertaken basic courses of physiology from Oxford. I perform miracle with a smile of patient without using braces within 3-4 sittings.