Who are we?
The world is changing rapidly, and dental treatment methods are changing with it. We keep up with them! We have created a place far removed from the stereotypical dental practice. We focus on long-term relationships with our patients and comprehensive treatment. Our modern equipment and experienced dentists will change the way you think about dental visits forever. Painless and effective treatment methods will convince even the greatest sceptics and people with dental anxiety.
Warsaw Dental Academy is much more than a typical dental practice. What sets us apart is our genuine passion. The clinic was created from the ground up by Dr Magdalena Żukowska and her closest family. Designing and completing the project so that it would meet the needs of both patients and staff required a great deal of energy and sacrifice. The moment you step inside, you can feel the clinic’s unique atmosphere. Every detail, even the smallest one, was carefully designed and considered to serve its purpose in the best possible way. Dozens of people put their hearts and experience into creating this space. The location is no coincidence either. Away from the city-centre towers and noise, in a quiet neighbourhood of detached houses in Warsaw’s Bemowo district, you will find peace and never have to worry about finding a parking space. And these are only some of the advantages!
At our clinic, we use specialist, state-of-the-art treatment methods. These are not empty words. We are equipped with top-class medical technology, which means that very little is beyond our reach. WDA is not only about its interiors and advanced equipment, but above all about people and their combined experience. Our team consists of highly trained specialists and genuine dentistry enthusiasts. This combination allows us to achieve excellent treatment outcomes and build long-lasting relationships with our patients. You will get a sense of this from your very first visit. Our secret lies in extremely thorough examinations and treatment planning down to the smallest detail. This means you will quickly learn the timeline and cost of your treatment and see a visualisation of your new smile!
We continually invest in our team’s knowledge and in the technologies we use. Dentistry is constantly evolving, and keeping up with every new development requires considerable dedication and commitment. Many professionals lose their appetite for learning over time. Fortunately, we are completely different. With every year, we gain momentum and pursue our mission with the same spark in our eyes.
From the very beginning, the main mission of WDA has been to help others. We strive to help not only by fighting for healthy smiles, but also by bringing smiles to people’s faces in a broader sense. We take part in charitable initiatives and never remain indifferent to human suffering. We believe that when we share kindness, it will one day return to us twice over.
Why did you decide to open your own clinic?
Magdalena Żukowska (dentist and founder of the clinic): After 10 years of working in various dental clinics, I decided I was ready to create a place of my own. I know how such a clinic should be organised and how to manage the team so that every patient receives interdisciplinary, professional care and feels fully comfortable during visits. By opening the clinic, I wanted to have a real impact on holistic treatment. In addition to dental care, patients often need support from other specialists, such as an ENT doctor, physiotherapist, general surgeon or speech therapist. My role is to identify these additional concerns at an early stage and guide patients towards the appropriate treatment.
Does anyone support you?
MŻ: Yes, my husband Łukasz does. As the clinic director, he is probably the person most involved in its development. The rest of my family have also been a great support, helping us complete the investment and equip the clinic. WDA is very much a family business, with many people personally committed to making it work as well as possible. Examples from around the world clearly show that family businesses enjoy the greatest customer trust, regardless of the industry in which they operate.
What matters most to you as the owner?
MŻ: The most important things to me are the patient’s health and satisfaction, supported by a high standard of service. We approach every person individually and create a treatment plan tailored specifically to their medical and aesthetic needs. We want every patient to understand the purpose of the treatment and procedures being carried out. As both a dentist and the owner of the clinic, I try to stay close to every patient, give them enough time and look for the best solutions. Patients can feel this and appreciate it.
What makes a “good” dentist?
MŻ: Dentistry restores smiles and joy, and it also rebuilds self-confidence. Patients feel better within themselves knowing that their mouths are healthy and their smiles are beautiful. In many cases, a dental visit also helps them address other health concerns. There is nothing more rewarding for a doctor than seeing a patient begin to enjoy their smile again. It is worth remembering that a good specialist does not need advertising. Knowledge, empathy, the right approach to patients and hard work are enough.
2014 – the decision is made to begin creating our own family dental clinic. The first designs and plans are prepared.
September 2015 – construction of the clinic begins.
December 2017 – construction of the building at 48 Strąkowa Street is completed.
January–September 2018 – interior finishing work.
End of 2018 – equipment installation and preparations for opening.
March 2019 – the official opening of WDA!
2019 – we begin working with Align, the supplier of Invisalign orthodontic aligners.
2019 – we begin working with the “Nasz Dom” Children’s Home, providing dental care for a group of 15 children. Helping others is one of Warsaw Dental Academy’s core missions.
May 2019 – our team grows to 14 people, and everything suggests that there will soon be even more of us.
2020 – Warsaw Dental Academy becomes a Partner Clinic of the Swiss company Straumann, a global leader in dental implantology.
2020 – new challenges arise due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite everything, we continue to provide medical care to our patients thanks to rigorous sanitary procedures.
2021 – the clinic continues to grow, and we work exclusively with digital solutions, providing patients with the highest standards of treatment.
2022 – after two difficult years of the pandemic, the clinic continues its steady development.
2023 – the Warsaw Dental Academy team grows to 20 people.