Orto Nova Centar Dentalne Medicine is one of Croatia's most distinguished dental centers, located at Lošinjska ul. 16 in Rijeka, Croatia. A family-run institution with over 30 years of combined experience, the center has grown from a regional practice to an internationally recognized clinic, ranking among the best-rated dental facilities in the world according to the GCR (Global Clinic Rating) accreditation organization. The center holds ISO certification, confirming its adherence to the highest standards of quality management and patient safety in dental medicine.
Housed across three modern floors spanning approximately 1,000 square meters, Orto Nova in Rijeka operates 12 fully equipped treatment rooms, an in-house dental laboratory, and state-of-the-art diagnostic facilities — including a Planmeca ProMax 3D imaging unit for precision CBCT-guided treatment planning. The center's multilingual team communicates fluently in Croatian, English, Italian, Slovenian, Serbian, and Spanish, making it a genuinely international clinic with a strong cross-border patient base from Italy, Slovenia, Austria, and beyond. All treatments are supported by a comprehensive workmanship warranty, ensuring patients can proceed with confidence regardless of travel distance.
Treatments & Specialties
Orto Nova in Rijeka provides a full spectrum of specialist dental services, organized across multiple clinical disciplines:
- Implantology: Comprehensive implant treatment using premium systems from Nobel Biocare, Straumann, and Neodent. Single-tooth implants, multiple restorations, and full-arch rehabilitations are all within the clinic's specialist scope.
- All-on-4® & All-on-6®: Full-arch fixed implant solutions for patients requiring complete upper or lower jaw rehabilitation, providing a permanent, natural-looking smile with minimal implants and optimal bone utilization.
- Orthodontics: Specialist orthodontic care including Invisalign clear aligner systems and Damon self-ligating bracket systems, led by orthodontic specialists Tiberio Zaverski and Petra Zaverski.
- Aesthetic Dental Medicine: Comprehensive cosmetic treatments including porcelain veneers, composite bonding, and professional teeth whitening for transformative smile enhancements.
- Prosthodontics: Custom fixed and removable prosthetic restorations, including all-ceramic crowns and implant-supported bridges, managed by prosthodontics specialist Dr. Ana Mihajić Kravanja.
- Oral Surgery & Bone Grafting: Advanced surgical procedures including sinus lifts, bone augmentation, and complex extractions performed by oral surgery and implantology specialist Dr. Andrej Kravanja.
- Periodontology: Diagnosis and treatment of gum disease at all stages, from non-surgical scaling to surgical periodontal therapy and regenerative procedures.
- General Dentistry & Preventive Care: Routine check-ups, fillings, and professional hygiene maintenance for patients of all ages.
- Dental Sedation: Full anesthesiology support provided by medical anesthesiology specialist Dr. Mladen Horvat, ensuring safe, comfortable sedation for anxious patients or those undergoing complex surgical procedures.
Technology & Facilities
Orto Nova's investment in technology positions it among the most digitally advanced dental centers in Rijeka and broader Croatia. Key technological assets include:
- Planmeca ProMax 3D CBCT imaging: Industry-leading cone beam computed tomography for detailed 3D visualization of bone anatomy, enabling precise implant planning, orthodontic assessment, and surgical preparation.
- 3Shape digital workflow: Intraoral scanning and CAD/CAM-assisted design for digital impressions, prosthetic design, and in-house or coordinated laboratory fabrication with exceptional accuracy.
- Nobel Biocare, Straumann & Neodent implant systems: Three globally trusted implant brands with extensive clinical track records, offering patients access to the world's most clinically validated osseointegration systems.
- Invisalign & Damon systems: The most advanced orthodontic solutions available, providing discreet, efficient tooth movement for patients who prefer transparent aligners or reduced-friction bracket systems.
- In-house dental laboratory: Enabling direct control over prosthetic quality, turnaround speed, and material selection for all restoration types produced at Orto Nova.
- Anesthesiology suite: Full sedation capability with a dedicated medical anesthesiologist on staff — a level of infrastructure rarely found outside hospital settings among private dental clinics.
Why Choose Orto Nova in Rijeka
There are numerous compelling reasons why patients from across Europe choose Orto Nova for specialist dental care in Rijeka:
- Global recognition: Ranked among the world's best-rated dental clinics by GCR, Orto Nova carries international validation of its clinical standards that few Croatian dental practices can claim.
- ISO certification: Formal quality management certification confirms that the clinic's processes, patient safety protocols, and clinical standards meet rigorous international benchmarks.
- 30+ years of experience: The depth of clinical experience accumulated over three decades sets Orto Nova apart from newer practices, particularly in complex implant and surgical disciplines.
- Specialist team breadth: With specialists in orthodontics, oral surgery, implantology, prosthodontics, and anesthesiology all on staff, patients receive expert-level care across every dental discipline without referral gaps.
- Premium implant brands: Access to Nobel Biocare, Straumann, and Neodent implant systems at Croatian prices — 40-70% less than equivalent implant treatment in Western Europe.
- Workmanship warranty: All treatments are backed by a guarantee, providing robust post-treatment assurance for both local and international patients.
- Multilingual service: Communication in six languages ensures that the consultation, treatment planning, and follow-up experience is fully accessible to international patients from across Europe.
Patient Experience
Patients of Orto Nova in Rijeka describe the center as a genuinely world-class facility where clinical expertise and patient care standards consistently exceed expectations. The family-run character of the practice — with multiple Zaverski and Kravanja family members on the specialist team — creates a continuity of care and institutional knowledge that is rare in larger commercial dental groups. The center's commitment to ongoing professional development and its adoption of the most advanced diagnostic and clinical technology ensures that patients in Rijeka have access to treatment standards comparable to the best dental facilities in Munich, Vienna, or Zurich at a fraction of the cost.
The availability of a medical anesthesiologist on staff for sedation dentistry is a particular differentiator, enabling the center to treat even the most dentally anxious patients safely and comfortably. For international patients traveling to Rijeka for full-mouth rehabilitation, All-on-4® procedures, or complex orthodontic treatment, the center's established experience in coordinating multi-session international patient visits ensures a smooth, well-supported treatment journey from first consultation to final restoration.
Location & Accessibility
Orto Nova is located at Lošinjska ul. 16, 51000 Rijeka, in Croatia's largest seaport city on the northern Adriatic. Rijeka is exceptionally accessible for international patients: the city lies just 60 km from Trieste Airport, approximately 100 km from Ljubljana Airport, and is served by its own Rijeka Airport on the island of Krk. Direct shuttle services from Italian border cities are widely available, making Rijeka one of Europe's most convenient dental tourism destinations for patients from Italy, Austria, Germany, and Slovenia.
The clinic operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 to 20:00, accommodating patients who need to schedule multiple appointments within a compressed visit itinerary. Rijeka offers excellent accommodation options at all price points, and the city's Austro-Hungarian heritage, vibrant cultural life, and proximity to the Opatija Riviera and Kvarner Gulf make it an appealing destination for patients combining dental treatment with a coastal Croatian experience. The address on Lošinjska ul. is accessible by car, public transport, and taxi from all major Rijeka accommodation zones.
