Our clinic was started in 1999 by Dr. Rawad Samarani. It evolved to become a specialty clinic based on team approach with emphasis on Implantology and Esthetic Dentistry. Our specialized team approach and our state-of-the-art digital laboratory means safety and efficiency in providing replacement for your lost teeth and in giving you the smile that you'd expect. Smile with us!
Dr. Rawad Samarani, DDS, DES, MRes
Periodontology and Dental Implants
Dr. Rawad Samarani graduated as Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1998, and in 2002 he graduated in Periodontology (Diplôme d'Etudes Supérieures) from the Saint-Joseph University of Beirut. In 2013, he obtained from the same university a Master of Research.
Since 2002, he is a member of the Periodontology Department of the Saint-Joseph University where he is currently a senior lecturer and a clinical instructor. In 2019 he was appointed director of the “Advanced Implant Surgery Diploma”.
He published 15 papers in international peer-reviewed journals including the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, the Journal of Oral Implantology, the European Journal of Oral Implantology, the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry and the Journal of Maxillofacial Surgery. In 2019, he authored a textbook chapter titled “Revisiting Guided Bone Regeneration in the Esthetic Zone”, published by Wiley-Blackwell.
He is lecturing and giving courses in several international venues on guided bone regeneration, full-arch implant rehabilitation and immediate implantation in the esthetic zone.
Since 2002, he is a member of the Periodontology Department of the Saint-Joseph University where he is currently a senior lecturer and a clinical instructor. In 2019 he was appointed director of the “Advanced Implant Surgery Diploma”.
He published 15 papers in international peer-reviewed journals including the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, the Journal of Oral Implantology, the European Journal of Oral Implantology, the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry and the Journal of Maxillofacial Surgery. In 2019, he authored a textbook chapter titled “Revisiting Guided Bone Regeneration in the Esthetic Zone”, published by Wiley-Blackwell.
He is lecturing and giving courses in several international venues on guided bone regeneration, full-arch implant rehabilitation and immediate implantation in the esthetic zone.
Dr. Dany Noujeim, DDS, DES
Prosthodontics and Esthetic Dentistry
Dr. Dany Noujeim graduated in 1995 as a Doctor in Dental Surgery. After experiencing general dentistry, he pursued a "Mastère" program in Prosthodontics at the Saint-Joseph University where he graduated with distinction in 2009. The subject of his thesis was on bonding of post and core restorations.
Dr. Dany Noujeim is an instructor at the Saint-Joseph University since 2008 and he is currently a member of the Fixed Prosthodontics department.
In 2009, he joined the team of Samarani Clinic as a specialist in Prosthodontics and Esthetic Dentistry.
Dr. Dany Noujeim is an instructor at the Saint-Joseph University since 2008 and he is currently a member of the Fixed Prosthodontics department.
In 2009, he joined the team of Samarani Clinic as a specialist in Prosthodontics and Esthetic Dentistry.
Dr. Jad Khawand, DDS, CES
Prosthodontics and Esthetic Dentistry
Dr. Jad Khawand received his dentistry degree in 2005 and his specialty degree in prosthodontics in 2008 form the Saint-Joseph University of Beirut.
Dr. Jad Khawand is an instructor at the removable Prosthodontics department of the Saint-Joseph University since 2009.
In 2008, he joined the team of Samarani Clinic as a specialist in Prosthodontics and Esthetic Dentistry.
Dr. Jad Khawand is an instructor at the removable Prosthodontics department of the Saint-Joseph University since 2009.
In 2008, he joined the team of Samarani Clinic as a specialist in Prosthodontics and Esthetic Dentistry.
Dr. Joseph Ghauch, DDS, CES
Endodontics
Dr. Joseph Ghauch earned his Doctor in Dental Surgery degree in 1998 from the Saint-Joseph University in Beirut. In 2002, and from the same university, he earned his specialty degree in Endodontics.
Dr. Joseph Ghauch is always on the forefront of his specialty and is always updating himself on the latest innovations, techniques and protocols in root canal therapy by attending specialized training programs and international scientific conventions.
He joined the Samarani Clinic team in 2005 as a specialist in endodontics.
Dr. Joseph Ghauch is always on the forefront of his specialty and is always updating himself on the latest innovations, techniques and protocols in root canal therapy by attending specialized training programs and international scientific conventions.
He joined the Samarani Clinic team in 2005 as a specialist in endodontics.
Dr. Carla Yaacoub, DDS
Digital Dentistry
Dr. Carla Yaacoub graduated in dentistry from the Lebanese University in 2012. She joined the team of Samarani Clinic in 2017.
Dr. Carla Yaacoub is in charge of the digital workflow inside the clinic.
Dr. Carla Yaacoub is in charge of the digital workflow inside the clinic.
Dr. Joanne Khoury, DDS
Digital Dentistry
Dr. Joanne Khoury graduated in Dentistry in 2017 from the Lebanese University in Beirut. She joined the Samarani Clinic Team in 2019.
Dr. Joanne Khoury is in charge of the digital dental processes in the clinic.
Dr. Joanne Khoury is in charge of the digital dental processes in the clinic.
Dr. Leina Srour, DDS, DESS
Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Leina Srour, graduated in Dentistry in 2000 from the Saint-Joseph University in Beirut, and in 2003 she graduated with a degree in Pedodontics from the Lebanese University. She regularly follows continuing educational activities to keep in pace with the latest trends in the field.
Rana Kabalan
Certified Dental Technician
Graduated from Vocational and Technical Education Institute of Beirut in 2009
Certified Dental Technician
Graduated from Vocational and Technical Education Institute of Beirut in 2009
Elie Asseker
Certified Dental Technician
Graduated from Michelangelo Buonarroti Institute in Verona, Italy in 2013
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Certified Dental Technician
Graduated from Michelangelo Buonarroti Institute in Verona, Italy in 2013
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Rania Barek
Dental Assistant
Graduated from the Saint-Joseph University of Beirut in 2012
Dental Assistant
Graduated from the Saint-Joseph University of Beirut in 2012
Josephine Harb
Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant
Riwa Bekassini
Dental Assistant
Graduated from the Saint-Joseph University of Beirut in 2012
Dental Assistant
Graduated from the Saint-Joseph University of Beirut in 2012
Simona Mahfouz
Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant
Lucy Kevorkian
Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant
Bernadette Boustani
Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant
DENTAL IMPLANTS
Due to major scientific & technical advances, placement of dental implants is no longer a painful procedure. It's a 100% pain free operation with minimal to zero discomfort in the post-operative period.
Modern Dental Implant technology is now offering very innovative solutions to tooth loss. Dental Implants can be placed immediately after tooth extraction. Dental Implants can be loaded immediately after placement providing immediate function and esthetics.
Modern Dental Implant technology is now offering very innovative solutions to tooth loss. Dental Implants can be placed immediately after tooth extraction. Dental Implants can be loaded immediately after placement providing immediate function and esthetics.
Immediate Loading of Dental Implants
Dr. Rawad Samarani is a pioneer in immediate loading of dental implants in Lebanon. He has on his record thousands of immediately loaded dental implants. He also lectures about immediate loading in local & international scientific meetings.
Immediate Loading of dental implants is one of the major advances in implant dentistry. It means putting the implant immediately into function by restoring it immediately after placement with a temporary fixed tooth or prosthesis.
When properly applied, Immediate Loading is able to
Immediate loading is not applicable in every situation, that's why our experience is paramount in selecting the candidate cases and in applying it correctly.
Immediate Loading of dental implants is one of the major advances in implant dentistry. It means putting the implant immediately into function by restoring it immediately after placement with a temporary fixed tooth or prosthesis.
When properly applied, Immediate Loading is able to
- Provide immediate function & esthetics
- Shorten treatment time
- Reduce treatment visits
- Stimulate bone healing around the implant
- Increase patient acceptance of implant therapy
Immediate loading is not applicable in every situation, that's why our experience is paramount in selecting the candidate cases and in applying it correctly.
Immediate loading of implants to restore a full arch:
re-establishing function & esthetics of an entire jaw within one day only (even in bone deficiency cases)
This immediate loading protocol was adopted since 2003 by Dr. Rawad Samarani. Now, and after many years of experience with this technique and several hundreds of treated cases, Dr. Rawad Samarani is being invited to share his experience at the international level about this technique. This revolutionary technique offers immediate rehabilitation of a patients’ teeth. In a matter of hours, it turns a patient with no teeth to someone who can chew, speak and smile normally.
BONE & GUM GRAFTING
In certain cases the jawbone or the gum are not sufficient in volume and quality to accommodate dental implants. A special surgery will restore the lost part to its natural contour to allow proper implantation of the replacement tooth. In certain cases, alternatives to grafting are available. The choices will be discussed in details to choose the most appropriate treatment for every specific case. A minimally invasive approach is always privileged to make your graft surgery as comfortable as possible.
Dr. Rawad Samarani is an expert in tissue grafting and reconstruction. He has lectured about it in several international events and he was invited to write a chapter in an international textbook about his experience on the bone grafting subject.
Dr. Rawad Samarani is an expert in tissue grafting and reconstruction. He has lectured about it in several international events and he was invited to write a chapter in an international textbook about his experience on the bone grafting subject.
ESTHETIC DENTISTRY
Esthetic Dentistry is for a us more than a discipline, it is an adopted philosophy that we apply in every treatment. We always strive for the most enjoyable and admirable expression of your smile. This is attainable by artistcially whitening, repositioning, recountouring, restoring or replacing your teeth. In preparing your veneers or your metal free crowns, We apply the modern concepts of minimally invasive dentistry to retain as much of your original tooth structure while giving you the best esthetic result.
IN-HOUSE STATE-OF-THE-ART DIGITAL LABORATORY
Our laboratory is specialized in fixed prostheses on implants and natural teeth. Serving only the internal needs, it was created with the objective of providing high level of quality, technology and speed for the advanced restorative procedures applied in our clinic.
Digital design, Computer Aided Manufacturing and high resolution 3D printing are used in our production processes and we are able to meet the most advanced and sophisticated needs of modern tooth restoration.
Our CAD-CAM production is powered by ZirkonZahn design softwares, milling units and milling disks, one of the world's most advanced and exclusive production workflows.
Along with the Prettau Implant Bridge, our laboratory is responsible for the production of the full arch screw retained implant bridges using a 3D printed Cr-Co framework (or milled PEKKTON) and monolithic zirconia or Emax crowns, a revolutionary protocol satisfying the highest requirements of esthetics, strength and long term stability.
Digital design, Computer Aided Manufacturing and high resolution 3D printing are used in our production processes and we are able to meet the most advanced and sophisticated needs of modern tooth restoration.
Our CAD-CAM production is powered by ZirkonZahn design softwares, milling units and milling disks, one of the world's most advanced and exclusive production workflows.
Along with the Prettau Implant Bridge, our laboratory is responsible for the production of the full arch screw retained implant bridges using a 3D printed Cr-Co framework (or milled PEKKTON) and monolithic zirconia or Emax crowns, a revolutionary protocol satisfying the highest requirements of esthetics, strength and long term stability.
PATIENTS COMING FROM ABROAD
If you are living abroad and want to visit us during your stay in Lebanon, we can make things easier for you:
- We can deliver the treatment on an accelerated pace. Because of our team approach and our internal digital laboratory, we have the possibility to deliver the treatment faster than usual. Contact us for treatment time estimates for your specific case.
- Here are some examples:
- Implant placement usually requires 2 separate visits to Lebanon with a 2 to 6 months interval between the visits. Most of the time, a fixed temporary prosthesis is attached to the implants form the first day by applying the immediate loading protocol. Occasionally, all the implant work (including the final crown) can be finalized in only one visit.
- Crown & Bridge work usually requires 1-14 days.
- Veneer placement (Hollywood Smile) requires 1-14 days.
- Here are some examples:
- We provide each patient with a complete digital record of his case: detailed report of the performed procedures, before and after digital x-rays, before and after photos. Such documents are necessary for follow-up and maintenance in your country of residence.
- We accept the following credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Maestro, Diners Club International, JCB.
- If you are coming directly to us and need an accommodation, we are ready to assist you in arranging your hotel stay at a walking distance from the clinic.
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