Urban Smiles NEO at One Ayala, elevating dental tourism in Manila

The NEO branch utilises cutting-edge technology, proudly integrating digital solutions and artificial intelligence (AI) to support its diagnostics, treatment planning and its talented dentists. “It’s especially helpful in orthodontics, aligner therapy and smile makeovers,” Dr Delas Alas explains. The clinic also uses facial scanners to better assess the symmetry and facial structure of patients—ensuring more natural, accurate and personalised results.

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Alongside these are stunning tributes to Filipino culture, heritage and hospitality. The immediate front desk area, with its chiselled rock and mountainous silhouettes, is a nod to the Sierra Madre, the backbone of Luzon. As the mountain range serves as an essential barrier against storms, it is also a parallel to the clinic itself, symbolising its strong, nurturing and protective care.

This is complemented by solihiya patterns, natural wood and handcrafted Capiz shell walls. These are also integrated into its themed operatory rooms that shine a spotlight on the country’s biodiversity, such as the Butanding and Sampaguita rooms. The Miss Universe room, too, is a callback to some of the country’s brightest and most exceptional individuals. These rooms also have the added personal touch of displaying a patient’s name as they enter. Yet its uniqueness is not in its interiors alone. Two features within the clinic make it truly distinct: an in-house cafe and masseuse.

Off to the left of the entrance is the Neo branch’s café, where one can enjoy a cup of coffee, tea or juice and a healthy snack while waiting for your appointment. Further inside is a masseuse to help patients feel at ease before and after they undergo their procedures. “We know that for many people,” Dr Delas Alas remarks, “going to the dentist can cause anxiety or stress, so we looked for ways to make every visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible.”

But beyond its role of enhancing patient comfort, the amenities and décor are part of the clinic’s broader vision to promote dental tourism. Visitors not only look for exceptional treatment options, but also unique experiences, leisure opportunities and convenience. “By integrating these, we raise the bar,” Dr Delas Alas declares. “In this way, the cafe and masseuse are not just extras—they are essential parts of creating a new standard in oral care.”

"Our goal isn’t to create ‘perfect’ smiles by some artificial standard but to help patients reveal their healthiest, most radiant smile,” Dr Delas Alas muses. “This balance is crucial because oral health and aesthetics are deeply intertwined; one supports and elevates the other. When both align, patients don’t just walk away looking better—they feel better too, with renewed confidence and comfort.”

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