Uzunov Dental is one of Sofia's most academically distinguished dental clinics, led by Prof. Dr. Todor Uzunov โ a professor of prosthetic dental medicine with a rich background in both clinical practice and academic research. Located on bul. Tsar Boris III 7 in Sofia, the clinic has been featured in Forbes Bulgaria and recognised for its pioneering approach to diagnostics and patient care. Uzunov Dental's team combines deep clinical expertise with genuinely innovative technologies, including infrared thermography, dental allergology, and digital smile design โ services rarely found outside specialist medical centres.
An Academically Grounded Team
The clinic was deliberately built around a team of specialists who are not only highly experienced clinicians but also teachers and researchers. Prof. Dr. Todor Uzunov describes the clinic's true goal as preserving patients' oral health through minimally invasive, timely care โ rather than accumulating complex treatments. The full specialist team includes:
Dr. Raya Grozdanova-Uzunova, PhD โ Specialist in focal diagnostics and dental allergology, who spearheads the clinic's pioneering use of infrared thermography.
Dr. Dimitar Kosturkov, PhD โ Specialist in endodontics and operative dentistry, utilising a dental operating microscope, 3D imaging, high-energy laser, digital scanning, and 3D printing.
Dr. Nikolina Stoyanova โ Specialist in prosthetic dental medicine.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Evgeni Aleksiev, PhD โ Specialist in maxillofacial and oral surgery, with an emphasis on precision and minimally invasive technique.
Dr. Yoana Yonkova โ Orthodontics, focused on harmonious, healthy smiles through modern orthodontic approaches.
Dr. Yana Stoycheva โ Paediatric and aesthetic dentistry, with a prevention-first philosophy.
Dr. Alex Yankov โ Digital dentistry and computer-planned treatment.
Infrared Thermography โ A Pioneering Diagnostic
One of Uzunov Dental's most distinctive and genuinely unique offerings is infrared thermography โ a precision screening method for focal (whole-body) diagnostics. Developed and championed at the clinic by Dr. Grozdanova-Uzunova, this technology enables the detection of asymptomatic, silently progressing inflammations that can exhaust the immune system and affect organs far removed from the source. The ability to identify these hidden focal infections non-invasively represents a significant advance in preventive diagnostics โ and positions Uzunov Dental as a true pioneer in integrative dental medicine.
Dental Allergology
Another specialty rarely found in private dental practices, Uzunov Dental's dental allergology service offers diagnosis of allergies to dental materials (metals, acrylics, composites, ceramics) and anaesthetics. For patients who have had unexplained reactions to previous dental treatments, or who are concerned about material biocompatibility before undertaking major restorative work, this specialist service provides clarity and safety. Knowing which materials to avoid โ or which anaesthetic agents are safe โ is invaluable information for any patient undergoing complex dental treatment.
Digital Smile Design and Advanced Prosthetics
Uzunov Dental offers full digital smile design โ a workflow that uses digital planning and 3D visualisation to show patients their predicted treatment outcome before a single tooth is touched. This allows informed decisions and collaborative planning between patient and clinician. Prosthodontic restorations are crafted using the latest digital and analogue techniques, with a focus on both function and aesthetics.
Microscope Endodontics, Laser, and 3D Printing
Root canal treatment at Uzunov Dental is performed under a dental operating microscope combined with 3D CBCT imaging, high-energy laser disinfection, digital scanning, and 3D printing โ a technology stack that represents the current frontier of endodontic practice. This level of investment in endodontic technology allows the team to manage even the most complex cases with confidence.
Dental Physiotherapy and Holistic Care
The clinic also offers dental physiotherapy โ a specialist service for the oro-facial and temporomandibular region. This is particularly relevant for patients with jaw pain, TMJ disorders, bruxism, and post-surgical rehabilitation needs. The integration of physiotherapy within a dental clinic reflects Uzunov Dental's genuinely holistic view of oral and craniofacial health.
UPDENT Training Centre
Uzunov Dental operates the UPDENT training centre, a continuing education hub for dental professionals. The clinic's dual role as both a patient-care facility and a centre for professional learning reinforces the academic rigour that underpins everything the team does.
Why Uzunov Dental for Dental Tourism?
For international patients seeking not just standard dental work but genuinely specialist-level diagnostics and treatment, Uzunov Dental is exceptional. The combination of infrared thermography, dental allergology, digital smile design, microscope endodontics, and a team that includes a professor and two PhDs is extraordinary โ and available at Bulgarian prices that are 50โ70% below Western European rates. The clinic's payment policy โ which involves a detailed treatment plan and budget before any work begins, with payment due only after treatment is delivered โ is also notably transparent and patient-friendly. MonโFri hours (09:00โ18:00) and central Sofia location make scheduling straightforward for visiting patients.