GENERAL DENTIST | SPECIAL INTEREST IN PERIODONTICS

Dr. Simona Bugaciu

Dublin South (Terenure)

DMD, MSc

Dr. Simona Bugaciu is a calm, caring, and detail-oriented dentist who believes that good dentistry begins with listening to patients and understanding their individual needs. She always aims to make patients feel comfortable, informed, and involved in their care.

Dr. Bugaciu is a general dentist with over 20 years of clinical experience and a strong special interest in periodontology and the treatment of gum disease. She has clinical experience in both Romania and Ireland.

Registered to practise dentistry in Ireland, the UK, and Romania

Qualifications & experience

She graduated with her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree in 2004 from the University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Grigore T. Popa”, Iași, Romania, and has been practising dentistry since then.

She completed her MSc in Periodontology in 2006 at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Grigore T. Popa”, Iași, and her MSc in Endodontics in 2026 at the City of London Dental School, University of Bolton.

Periodontal care & restorative dentistry

Dr. Bugaciu has successfully managed hundreds of periodontal cases, including non-surgical periodontal therapy and a range of surgical and regenerative periodontal procedures. Her periodontal interests include gum grafting, crown lengthening, Pinhole Surgical Technique (2023), regenerative procedures, PRF therapy, and socket preservation.

She also provides surgical and wisdom tooth extractions, and she has postgraduate training in implantology. Alongside her periodontal work, Dr. Bugaciu provides a comprehensive range of general and restorative dental treatments, including crowns, bridges, onlays, dentures, restorative procedures, and endodontic treatment.

Precision & continued learning

Dr. Bugaciu uses dental magnification and an operating microscope when clinically appropriate. Enhanced magnification allows improved visualization of fine anatomical details and supports greater precision and control during technically demanding procedures, particularly in endodontic treatment.

She has also completed additional training in IV sedation, diode laser dentistry, and clear aligner orthodontics, including Invisalign and Spark.

A patient-centered approach

Dr. Bugaciu takes a patient-centered and evidence-based approach, with an emphasis on thorough diagnosis, comprehensive treatment planning, and personalized care. She takes the time to assess each patient carefully, discuss their treatment options, and develop a detailed treatment plan tailored to their individual needs, with a particular focus on maintaining healthy teeth and gums for the long term.

In recognition of her patient-centered approach and commitment to patient care, Dr. Bugaciu was nominated for the Colgate Caring Dentist of the Year Award 2025.

Hobbies & interests

Outside dentistry, Dr. Bugaciu enjoys reading good books, drawing, and taking care of her plants. She particularly values spending time with her family and going on long walks, enjoying the opportunity to relax, recharge, and spend time outdoors.

RECOGNISED EXCELLENCE

Award-winning dental & denture care in Ireland

Dentaltech Group: Homecare Provider of the Year finalist, Private Healthcare Awards 2026

Homecare Provider of the Year Finalist 2026

Best Mobile Dental & Denture Services Provider 2026

Best Mobile Dental & Denture Services Provider 2026

Irish Enterprise Awards 2026

Irish Enterprise Awards 2026

Business All-Star 8 Years

Business All-Star 8 Years

Best In Class Denture & Dental Care 2023

Best In Class Denture & Dental Care 2023

Irish Dentistry Awards 2020

Irish Dentistry Awards 2020

All-Ireland Business Awards 2019

All-Ireland Business Awards 2019

Inspiring Awards

Inspiring Awards

Business All-Star 2018

Business All-Star 2018

Business All Stars 2018

Business All Stars 2018

Irish Dentistry Awards 2016

Irish Dentistry Awards 2016

Best Dental Laboratory 2012

Best Dental Laboratory 2012

ActionCOACH Award 2012

ActionCOACH Award 2012

ActionCOACH Award 2010

ActionCOACH Award 2010

Customer Experience Awards 2026 Finalist – Best Customer Experience in Healthcare

CX Awards 2026 Finalist – Best CX in Healthcare

Dentaltech Group: Homecare Provider of the Year finalist, Private Healthcare Awards 2026

Homecare Provider of the Year Finalist 2026

Best Mobile Dental & Denture Services Provider 2026

Best Mobile Dental & Denture Services Provider 2026

Irish Enterprise Awards 2026

Irish Enterprise Awards 2026

Business All-Star 8 Years

Business All-Star 8 Years

Best In Class Denture & Dental Care 2023

Best In Class Denture & Dental Care 2023

Irish Dentistry Awards 2020

Irish Dentistry Awards 2020

All-Ireland Business Awards 2019

All-Ireland Business Awards 2019

Inspiring Awards

Inspiring Awards

Business All-Star 2018

Business All-Star 2018

Business All Stars 2018

Business All Stars 2018

Irish Dentistry Awards 2016

Irish Dentistry Awards 2016

Best Dental Laboratory 2012

Best Dental Laboratory 2012

ActionCOACH Award 2012

ActionCOACH Award 2012

ActionCOACH Award 2010

ActionCOACH Award 2010

Customer Experience Awards 2026 Finalist – Best Customer Experience in Healthcare

CX Awards 2026 Finalist – Best CX in Healthcare

Dentaltech Group: Homecare Provider of the Year finalist, Private Healthcare Awards 2026

Homecare Provider of the Year Finalist 2026

Best Mobile Dental & Denture Services Provider 2026

Best Mobile Dental & Denture Services Provider 2026

Irish Enterprise Awards 2026

Irish Enterprise Awards 2026

Business All-Star 8 Years

Business All-Star 8 Years

Best In Class Denture & Dental Care 2023

Best In Class Denture & Dental Care 2023

Irish Dentistry Awards 2020

Irish Dentistry Awards 2020

All-Ireland Business Awards 2019

All-Ireland Business Awards 2019

Inspiring Awards

Inspiring Awards

Business All-Star 2018

Business All-Star 2018

Business All Stars 2018

Business All Stars 2018

Irish Dentistry Awards 2016

Irish Dentistry Awards 2016

Best Dental Laboratory 2012

Best Dental Laboratory 2012

ActionCOACH Award 2012

ActionCOACH Award 2012

ActionCOACH Award 2010

ActionCOACH Award 2010

Customer Experience Awards 2026 Finalist – Best Customer Experience in Healthcare

CX Awards 2026 Finalist – Best CX in Healthcare

SERVICES

Treatments provided

Non-surgical periodontal therapy

Surgical & regenerative periodontal procedures

Gum grafting & crown lengthening

PRF therapy & socket preservation

Surgical & wisdom tooth extractions

Crowns, bridges & onlays

Dentures & restorative dentistry

Endodontic treatment

Book with Dr. Simona Bugaciu

Appointments available at DentalTech Terenure, Dublin South.