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OUR DENTISTS

Dr. Abbygale C. Tendenilla or Dr. Abby as her patients and colleagues call her, graduated from the University of the East Manila – College of Dentistry. She joined dental missions around the metro during her college days with her colleagues. She is interested in learning more and gaining new knowledge, especially in Orthodontics, Cosmetic Dentistry, and Prosthodontics. She had her Ceramage Training and attended two seminars regarding Cosmetic Dentistry. She is an organized person and like things to be in neatly. She is also a fur-parent of two dogs and goes out with them on her free time.

Dr. Abbygale Tendenilla

General Dentistry

Dr. Brian Lexter S. Superio, or simply Dr. Lexter is a graduate of the University of the East. During his stay in the college, he was an active officer of the college's Clinicians' Club and a member of Achievers' Council for Excellence (ACE). He showed responsibility and adaptivity establishing rapport at different ages. Apart from being an active student leader, he was also a Digital Dental Designer designing dental crowns and bridges with CAD/CAM dental software. In practice, he delivers exceptional care to all patients by maintaining a patient-centered service environment. He likes to be engrossed in highly innovative technologies and expound his knowledge in the field of Digital Dentistry.

Dr. Brian Lexter Superio

General Dentistry

Dr.Cindy Quemuel-Olaes, graduated from the only dental School in Bicol Region, Ago Medical & Educational Center, Legazpi City. Dr. Cindy is now enrolled in an orthodontic preceptorship and plans to pursue in the future in becoming a Surgeon.She loves cooking,baking and Playing volleyball.

Dr. Cindy Olaes

General Dentistry

Dr. Dean Megi R. Escueta or simply Dr. Meg, graduated from the University of The East. As a student, Dr. Meg was a college scholar and an athlete who used to compete on national taekwondo competitions. She was also a former Chairman of Mandaluyong city council’s Girl Scout Senior Planning Board. Before pandemic, she conducted her own feeding program for malnourished children on her barangay in which she received the chief girl scout medal, the highest award girl scouts can achieve. Aside from that, Dr. Meg recently finished her orthodontic preceptorship. In her practice, Dr. Meg loves to focus and expound her knowledge on endodontics, periodontics, and oral surgery.

Dr. Dean Megi Escueta

General Dentistry

Dr. Erika Valera graduated from the University of East and specializes in Oral Surgery. Currently, she is undergoing the Implant Training Program. As a student, she has been a receipient of various scholarships such as the Tan Yan Kee scholarship and the University President Scholar. She was also an active member of the UE Rotaract Club and the Dentistry Student Council. In 2018, She completed the Philippine General Hospital’s Oral Surgery and Hospital Dentistry Program. On her free time, Dr. Erika enjoys exploring the art of cooking.

Dr. Erika Valera

General Dentistry, Oral Surgery

Dr. Gia Paula Bernabe graduated from Centro Escolar University. “Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.”, these are the word she always keeps in mind. Oral Surgery, Cosmetic Dentistry, and Orthodontics are her main interests. She aims to gain more achievements and learn new knowledge. During her college days, she joined Taekwondo Dentistry Team for their sportsfest event and bagged Silver and Bronze (twice) medals. Currently, she is specializing in Orthodontics. She already had her Ceramage Training.

Dr. Gia Paula Bernabe

General Dentistry

Dr. Harlson Kim Marasigan or Dr. Kim is a graduate of the University of the East -Manila. During his college days, he was an active member and an officer of the Philipine Dental Student's Association - UE Chapter and the UE Clinicians' Club. Doing all things with determination and perseverance, Dr. Kim aims to Specialize in Oral Surgery and Orthodontics. Dr. Kim's leisure activities includes reading books, travelling and palying sports.

Dr. Harlson Kim Marasigan

General Dentistry

Dr. John Patrick Baluyut or simply “Dr. JP” as referred to by patients and colleagues alike, graduated from Centro Escolar University. As a student, Dr. JP has been very active in extracurricular activities specially in the Dentistry Student Council where he also served as President and was awarded as CEU’s Model President of 2018. He took preceptorships from the Philippine Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and Orthodontic Preceptorship (BDCC). At present, he is currently taking his specialization in Orthodontics. Dr. JP enjoys playing basketball and chess whenever he has free time.

Dr. John Patrick Baluyut

General Dentistry

A graduate of the University of the East, Dr. Lisette Bendicion is also known as Dr. Lis. Her major objective is to completely alter the lives of her patients by improving their general oral health and providing them with the quality dental care they require. She loves seeing her patients smile because it honestly humbles her and boosts her self-confidence as a young dentist. Dr. Lis is currently enrolled in an Orthodontics seminar program, and she plans to enroll in Cosmetic Dentistry to increase her knowledge and proficiency in aesthetic dentistry. Dr. Lis also works as a fashion model and social media content creator on her free days. She is mostly featured in local magazines and internet stores!

Dr. Lisette Bendicion

General Dentistry

Dr. Mari Kate Bautista, or simply "DOC KATE" as her patients fondly call her, graduated from University of the East. Watching Grey's Anatomy inspired her to be the first dentist/doctor in her family. She strived at an early age to achieve greatness. Her bubbly personality ensures her patients get a good dental experience. Oral Surgery, Orthodontics and Prosthodontics are her main interest and still aims to continue her studies. On her free time, doc Kate is a backpacker, writer, and is often found under the sea free diving

Dr. Mari Kate Baustista

General Dentistry

Dr. Marian Alyana Patricia Legaspi a graduated from the University of the East. As a student, she has been actively participating in dental missions and was also an active member of the Philippine Dental Students Association. As a dentist, her main goal has always been to provide treatment at the highest quality possible. She is also a family-oriented person as she loves spending her free time mostly with her family and close friends. Aside from that, she also enjoys listening to old songs, reading fictional books, and watching a lot of movies and series alike.

Dr. Maria Alyana Patricia Legaspi

General Dentistry

Dr. Maria Socorro Lechadores or simply referred to as “Dr. Mackie” by colleagues and patients alike, is a very passionate and strong-willed individual whose main goal is to always have her patients happy and contented before leaving the clinic. She has also been consistent in attending conferences such as the Philippine Dental Association Convention, to name some. Aside from being a dentist, she enjoys going on long drives on her free time. One could say that she is definitely a huge car enthusiast that she joined the United Car Clubs of the Philippines (UCCP) and have received various awards in different categories for the past two years.

Dr. Maria Socorro Lechadores

General Dentistry

Dr. Mariah Kristina Sta. Ana — or Dr. Iya, as referred to by patients and colleagues, is a proud alumna of the University of the East - College of Dentistry. During her undergraduate years, she was an active student volunteer for the Philippine Red Cross & Philippine Dental Association (PDA) as a member of the Scientific Committee — wherein she worked with internationally-renowned doctors and speakers. She has participated in various dental & medical missions throughout the Philippines to serve underprivileged communities. Passionate and empathetic, Dr. Iya always makes sure to listen & work with her patients to provide them with the best quality oral care possible — she is especially enthusiastic about Aesthetics, Prosthodontics, & Oral Surgery.

Dr. Mariah Kristina Sta. Ana

General Dentistry

Dr. Maureen Mae Meneses or Dr. Mau as her patients fondly call her is one of Novodental’s most promising young dentists. An achiever at every level, Dr. Mau, a graduate of University of the East, was an academic scholar in college where her dedication to academics brought her to Taiwan for an International Research Presentation. She likes to stay active and fit by doing aerial yoga and boxing. She is passionate about continuous learning and plans on taking up Endodontics or Periodontics as a specialization. In the future, she sees herself possibly pursuing a degree in Medicine to further her ability to care for her patients.

Dr. Maureen Mae Meneses

General Dentistry

Dr. Nathaniel Joseph Martinez or Dr. Nath as addressed by his colleauge and patients, graduated from the University of the East. As a dental professional he was exposed to multitudes of patient cases from simple to complex. He also actively attends seminars and workshop to further enhance his skills and knowdledge. He treats his patients with outmost care and is always looking forward to improve their dental health. He is interested in pursuing Oral Surgery and Dental Implants.

Dr. Nathaniel Joseph Martinez

General Dentistry

Dr. Niña Mae A. Gesta is a graduate of Centro Escolar University Manila. She took the board exam and passed at the same year she graduated. Her favorite quote is “the harder you work the better you get.” Ever since she was little girl, her dream was always to become a dentist and by working hard to reach that goal, she became one. Now her goal is to study and expand her knowledge by attending seminars and training in different fields of dentistry. To name a few, she attended seminars on Technological Advancement in Composite Restoration and Oral Surgery Preceptorship. She also received trainings from Red Cross, Phlebotomy, Dentsply Sironia. During her free time, she loves playing games and watching some TV series.

Dr. Niña Mae Gesta

General Dentistry

Dr. Rey Miguel Basco, “Doc Migs” as his patients, colleagues, friends, and family call him, finished his undergraduate dentistry program in the University of the East (UE). He was a college scholar during his pre-dentistry years. He served as an officer in Philippine Dental Students’ Associattion (PDSA) - UE chapter and UE Dentistry Student council (DSC). He is also part of the research team who won 2nd place in Philippine Dental Association’s (PDA) Research E-poster competition 2021. Currently, Doc Migs is taking up post-graduate training in orthodontics. In the future, he wanted to pursue his dentistry journey in the field of Prosthodontics, Endodontics, and Periodontics.

Dr. Rey Miguel Basco

General Dentistry

"Dr. Sharmaine Vielle Uy, also known by her friends, colleagues and patients as Dr. Sharvie, is a graduate of University of the East. Despite having to wait for two years to take her board exam due to the pandemic, she did not give up and was able to successfully pass the exam in one take. She intends to continue her studies to gain more knowledge and expertise to provide quality dental treatment to her patients. She values her patients and sincerely cares for them; she wants them to feel comfortable and satisfied with their every visit. When not spending her time in the clinic, she spends her days taking care of her plants. "

Dr. Sharmaine Vielle Uy

General Dentistry

Dr. Sharmaine Resurreccion or “Dr. Shar/m” as referred to by patients and colleagues, graduated from University of the East-Manila. She was an active member of Philippine Dental Students Association-UE (PDSA) She’s passionate about continuing her learnings and plans to take Orthodontics. Dr. Shar loves exploring places specially the mountains and the seas.

Dr. Sharmaine Resurreccion

General Dentistry

Dr. Shayne Alcrisse L. Gaddi is a proud graduate of the University of the East. A constant purveyor of all things beautiful, she aims to specialize in Prosthodontics and Esthetic dentistry and is currently taking her preceptorship in Orthodontics. Dr. Shayne is passionate about continuous self-improvement in the forms of creative expression, travelling, and physical fitness.

Dr. Shayne Gaddi

General Dentistry

OUR CONSULTANTS

A consistent honor student, Dr. Sibulo received her dental degree in 2004 from Centro Escolar University, Manila with Flying colors and she ranked 16th on the Dentistry Licensure Examinations that same year. She went for a comprehensive implant dentistry course at Centro Escolar University in 2010 and finished the Advanced Periodontal Surgery/Plastic Surgery and Implant Therapy Course accredited by The University of Michigan School of Dentistry in 2012. She pursued further education and training in implant dentistry and implant prosthetics from Hong Kong and Singapore.

Dr. Myrodelyn Alfonso

Dental Implants, Oral Surgery

Wanting to share her knowledge to future dentists, she became part of the faculty of the UE College of Dentistry from 2011 to 2018. She is now a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for Fortress Dental. Together with other KOLs, she lectures for different chapters, organizations and the Smile Art Series. Dr. Burden is also a member of the Philippine Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, where she graduated as a merit awardee. Currently an orthodontic consultant for Novodental clinics, her goal is to create natural , functional and beautiful smiles. She loves that she gets to her patients every 4 - 8 weeks since she sees them grow, hear their stories and they become like family.

Dr. Joana Lynn Burden

Orthodontics

Dr. Estrella is an established dental practitioner who has earned a number of peer-related distinctions in his field of practice. Currently, he is the President of Philippine Academy of Implant Dentistry He is a also an active member of several organizations, among them: the Philippine Dental Association, Academy of Osseointegration, International Association of Orthodontics, Rotary Club of Pasay West, Makati Dental Chapter (where he served as a member of the Board) and the Makati Dental Society, where he served as President in 2012.

Dr. Rey Victor Estrella

Dental Implants, Endodontics

Dr. Gomez is known for her passion and dedication towards her field of expertise which has opened a lot of doors for her to travel globally in order to further hone her skills. A graduate of Dentistry at the Centro Escolar University in 2007, she specializes in oral plastic surgery featuring esthetic crown lengthening and predicable soft tissue grafting, periodontal instrumentation and surgery, comprehensive implant dentistry, and implant surgery and prosthetics. She is currently training under an Esthetic Dentistry course and will formally be inducted as a member of the Philippine Academy of Esthetic Dentistry soon. A paragon of professionalism, compassion and friendliness, Dr. Gomez exemplifies absolute commitment to her craft and is predicted to make a huge name in dentistry, if she is not already one.

Dr. Roselyn Gomez - Sampaga

Orthodontics

He graduated with a degree of Master of Science in Dentistry (Orthodontics) in 2015. He passed the Philippine Board of Orthodontics a year prior to his graduation. He is in the process of publication of his Master’s thesis entitled “Effects of Bromelain and Lyophilized Pineapple Juice on Orthodontically induced Root Resorption in Male Guinea Pigs: A Scanning Electron Microscopy Study” to a renowned international journal in Orthodontics. His professional affiliations both local and abroad includes Association of Philippine Orthodontist (APO), World Federation of Orthodontics (WFO), American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), AFP Dental Chapter and the Philippine Dental Association (PDA).

Dr. Harvey Omar Velena

Orthodontics