Dr Paul Hooi

Everything You Need To Know About Our Amazing Dentist, Dr Paul Hooi- See Our Website For Patients Near Deansgrange

Dr Paul Hooi is an integral part of the Dublin18 Dental team and he is always there to greet patients with a smile. A warm, friendly and caring dentist, Paul is a popular choice for patients, especially those who have suffered with anxiety or nerves in the past.

Paul qualified from Trinity College Dublin after undertaking studies in engineering and design. His methodical approach and inquisitive nature has contributed to excellence in dentistry, an eye for detail and a constant desire to find out about new treatments and technology on the market.

Paul regularly attends conferences, events and courses in a bid to expand his dental horizons, learn about new treatments and maintain a commitment to continued professional development.

Treatments and services

Paul undertakes a wide range of dental treatments, procedures and services and has a broad spectrum of interests and skills. He regularly treats children and is always energetic and compassionate, which makes his very popular with our younger patients! He also offers cosmetic and restorative treatment, in addition to periodontal treatment, minor surgery and general dentistry. Paul is also experienced in treating nervous patients and provides treatment under sedation; he is always willing to make time for patients who are feeling anxious and his calming nature helps patients to feel at ease.

Paul is currently researching for a post-doctoral study and he mentors at Dublin Dental Hospital.

In addition to caring for Cabinteeely’s dental patients, Paul also has a passion for helping people in need and he visited an orphanage in Belarus in 2010 to provide treatment for children living with the effects of the Chernobyl disaster.

Straighten Teeth With The Inman Aligner With Dr Paul Hooi At Dublin18 Dental Care For Patients Near Killiney

The Inman Aligner is a fast, effective and convenient treatment for patients who require minor orthodontic correction. This removable brace takes weeks, rather than months or years, to straighten the teeth and it offers flexibility, comfort and discretion.

What is the Inman Aligner?

The Inman Aligner is a removable orthodontic appliance, which is specially designed to treat patients with minor misalignment issues. The aligner is made from two key parts, which include a thin metal bar, which sits on the front teeth and a coiled spring, which lies behind the teeth. These two components generate forces, which squeeze the teeth, causing them to move.

This treatment was developed in the USA and has since enjoyed great success all over the world. Dr Paul Hooi has expertise in using this system to create amazing, straight smiles.

What are the advantages of this treatment?

The Inman Aligner offers numerous advantages. Firstly, treatment is extremely swift, with most cases complete within just 16 weeks. The aligner is also removable, which gives you more freedom and it is comfortable and light. This treatment is also great for oral health, as you don’t need to worry about getting food stuck in your braces when you eat; you simply remove the aligner before a meal and then replace it once you have finished and then take it out again when you clean your teeth.

Although the Inman Aligner is not an invisible treatment, the fine metal bar, which can be seen at the front of the teeth, is much more discreet than traditional fixed braces.

Are there any disadvantages?

The only real disadvantage of this system is that it is not suitable for everyone. This treatment is designed to work quickly and it only produces a limited amount of tooth movement, which makes it unsuitable for those with complex needs, who require a lot more movement.

Root Canal Treatment With Dr Paul Hooi At Dublin18 Dental Care For Patients Near Blackrock

Root canal treatment is a very important and effective procedure, which helps to preserve and strengthen infected, weak teeth. In many cases, Dr Paul Hooi can use root canal treatment to save a tooth in cases where the other alternative is extraction.

What is root canal treatment?

Root canal treatment is a dental procedure, which is designed to treat an infected tooth. This treatment is usually recommended once an infection has reached the pulp tissue. The pulp is the living tissue of the tooth and it contains the nerves and blood vessels; once the pulp is damaged or infected, the blood supply to the teeth is cut off, meaning that the tooth starts to die. There is also a greater risk of abscesses, which tend to be very sore, developing once the tooth is infected.

Root canal treatment involves removing the decayed pulp tissue from the root canals; to do this, Dr Hooi will drill into the tooth to access to root canals. Once all the decayed tissue has been taken out, the root canals will be cleaned very thoroughly and then sealed. Sealing the root canals helps to prevent the infection from spreading to the tooth roots. After the procedure, it is common for a new crown to be placed over the top of the tooth to make it stronger and improve the aesthetic of the tooth.

Why is root canal treatment so important?

The teeth have numerous important roles, from helping us to communicate verbally, to breaking down food before it enters the digestive system. Root canal treatment is a means of saving a tooth and is almost always the best option for treating an infected tooth. Missing teeth cause problems with speech and the ability to eat, as well as affecting the overall facial aesthetic and the look of the smile and increasing the risk of oral diseases.

Is root canal treatment painful?

Root canal treatment sounds more daunting than it actually is. Before treatment begins, the tooth will be numbed completely to prevent you from feeling any pain. Dr Hooi has vast experience in this treatment and will do all he can to ensure you are as comfortable as possible during the procedure.

We at Dublin18 Dental Care Welcome Dr Paul Hooi To Our Dental Team

Paul qualified from Trinity College Dublin with honours B.Dent.SC- he previously had an engineering background (M.Sc distinction computer aided mechanical engineering design) before pursuing his career in dentistry-. He was involved in research and design in medical device product development. Paul after qualifying undertook an associate position in a busy private practice, providing routine and advanced restorative dental care for his patients.

Paul being very self- motivated and caring by nature travelled to Belarus in 2010- a voluntary self- funded trip with the Chernobyl Aid Ireland to provide essential dental care to residents at the orphagne in Grozova , Belarus.

Paul is very pro- active in maintaining a personal commitment to continuous professional development, regularly attending conferences locally and internationally. He currently teaches in the Dublin Dental Hospital on a part time basis. He is also currently carrying out post- doctoral re- search on a part time basis.

Paul is very experienced in providing routine and aesthetic dental care, non- surgical and surgical periodontal treatment, molar rotary and reciprocation endodontics, all ceramic veneers, inlays, onlays, crown and bridge, implant restoration and inman aligner orthodontics. Paul also provides minor oral surgery treatments.

Paul received a dissertation in the Dublin Dental university and Hospital Trinity in 2009 on ‘What are the issues for oral health of the increasing number of Children with Autism spectrum disorders. His friendly and impressionable manner makes him a firm favourite with children at our practice. He makes their visits enjoyable and they look forward to coming back to us for their next appointment.

Paul also has a keen interest in treating nervous patients and he understands what a daunting experience a visit to the dentist can be for many. He puts his patients at ease from his first point of contact and helps alleviate those fears. He provides a service of offering his patients treatments under oral sedation to help make dental treatments easier for those who are nervous.