The Georgian-American Dental Research Center (GAD) is preparing to redefine what high-quality, research-driven dental care looks like in Georgia. Conceived in alignment with American ideology of integrating healthcare with research, the center aims to set a new standard by combining clinical services with scientific rigor — all while offering around-the-clock services. Though its doors are set to open soon, the clinic is already attracting attention for its ambitious vision: mixing American clinical protocols with modern technology, research-based methods, and patient-oriented values. It will also be one of the very few facilities in the region to provide 24/7 emergency dental care, addressing trauma, pain, and urgent surgical needs at any hour.
The force behind this vision is Dr. Ana Sharvadze — a dentist, innovator, and founder of the Georgian-American Dental Research Center. With years of experience in both Georgian and American dental ecosystems, Dr. Sharvadze decided to create more than just a clinic: her goal was to build a space that mixes Western standards with Georgian expertise; where treatment, research, and education merge. Her extensive education, long-standing professional career, and commitment to medical ethics prepared the foundation for a clinic where patient care and scientific progress are interchangeable.
“We’re not just building a clinic — we’re building a future-facing model of care,” say representatives from the Georgian-American Dental Research Center. The concept behind the center isn’t just to treat dental issues but to create a space where diagnostics, treatment, aesthetics, and ongoing research come together.
Placed in a bright, minimalist facility, GAD will be equipped with the latest digital scanners, AI-assisted diagnostic tools, 3D surgical planning software, and microscopes capable of 25x magnification. These technologies will allow for precise imaging, customized prosthetics, and micro-invasive procedures. But GAD isn’t just about tools. It’s about how those tools are used. As the team puts it, every decision is driven by a focus on precision and empathy.
Whether it’s planning a full-mouth reconstruction or designing a single crown, treatments will be catered to not only the patient’s clinical profile, but also to their facial structure, lifestyle, and long-term wellness.
The center’s philosophy is built around three pillars:
• Advanced clinical care
• Ongoing research and education
• And a global-standard training ecosystem for professionals.
As Dr. Sharvadze puts it, “Our goal wasn’t just to build a dental clinic — it was to create a space where science, art, and humanity come together.”
Services will range from preventive care and cosmetic dentistry to complex surgical cases like TMJ therapy and jaw reconstruction. Each case will be reviewed across different disciplines, ensuring that prosthodontists, orthodontists, and maxillofacial specialists collaborate to come up with individual treatment plans. Dynamic modeling, 3D-printed surgical guides, and AI-supported diagnostics will reduce patient downtime.
In addition to its main facility, the center plans to expand access through a mobile clinic program, offering regular services in regions where dental infrastructure is limited. The vehicle will be fully equipped for preventive care, diagnostics, pediatric dentistry, and even minor procedures.
At the core of the clinic’s philosophy is patient experience. Individualized waiting areas, calming interiors, and personal assistants assigned to each case are to reduce stress and anxiety often associated with dental visits. For children, the clinic will offer spaces to play with gentle pediatric specialists trained to treat young patients.
In future, the facility aims to become a local hub for knowledge exchange. A dedicated training wing will host workshops and seminars for Georgian practitioners, alongside collaborations with international specialists. Clinical trials and research projects will focus on innovations such as new implant materials and bite correction techniques.
By combining Western standards with local needs, the Georgian-American Dental Research Center offers an advanced and accessible model.
By Mariam Razmadze
