Smile360 Dental Specialist Clinic has reiterated its commitment to improving its services and invest in the latest technologies, as efforts to enhance patient’s experience.
The founder and CEO of Smile360, Dr Amy Shumbusho, who made the commitment in a virtual interview with journalists, commended the highly skilled and experienced team of dental professionals, dedicated to delivering excellent care to patients and deployment of state-of-the art equipment and cutting-edge technology.
Shumbusho disclosed that, Smile360 recently clinched the Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Award (NHEA) for the seventh year for delivering exceptional dental services and setting the benchmark for excellence in the Nigerian Dental industry and the reason is not far-fetched.
“This prestigious recognition is a testament to our unwavering dedication to excellence and our mission to provide our patients with the highest quality dental care,” Shumbusho revealed.
While acknowledging their tireless efforts to provide high-quality dental care to patients, the founder said, consistent recognition from NHEA 2023 further underscores their efforts and motivates them to continue pushing boundaries and setting new standards in dentistry.
Not oblivious to the various challenges rampant in the nation’s Health sector, Shumbusho admitted that, dentistry in Nigeria faces significant challenges due to the current trends of medical tourism and brain drain. She pointed out that many skilled dental professionals were leaving the country, resulting in a deficiency of competent practitioners.
“These issues impact the quality and accessibility of dental care in Nigeria. The government and other stakeholders must create an enabling environment encouraging dental professionals to stay in the country and attract those who left to return,” she stated.
To achieve this feat, the CEO recommended competitive salaries and benefits, improved working conditions, and more opportunities for professional growth and development. She also highlighted some pragmatic steps the government could employ to promote local patronage of dental care and curb medical tourism.
“The government can invest in the infrastructure and resources necessary to provide high-quality dental care within the country. This includes improving dental facilities, ensuring the availability of modern equipment, and promoting the continuing education and training of dental professionals,” she outlined.
She also endorsed collaboration with private dental clinics to develop affordable and accessible dental care packages for all citizens. She said: “the government needs to conduct public awareness campaigns to educate Nigerians about the benefits of receiving dental care locally and the risks associated with medical tourism.”
