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Mouth Cancer and the risks
Mouth cancer is a dangerous abnormal growth that can affect any part of the mouth.
With Mouth Cancer Awareness day coming up on the 18th of September, Dr Richard Lee Kin explains a little more …
Expert Gum & Implant Solutions
Evidence-Based Gum & Implant Treatments
At Mint Clinic, we combine specialist training, the latest advanced techniques and a patient-centred approach to protect your gum health and restore your smile for life.
About Us
Our Philosophy
At Mint Clinic, you are at the centre of everything we do. We provide specialist, evidence-based periodontal and implant care delivered with empathy, integrity and a focus on your long-term wellbeing.
We understand how busy life can be, so we prioritise clear communication, emotional intelligence and genuine care — ensuring you feel supported, informed and confident at every stage.
The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step
About Us
Caring for Your Smile, One Step at a Time
At Mint Clinic, we are dedicated to restoring and maintaining your oral health through specialist periodontal care and advanced dental implant treatments. Our expert team combines years of experience with the latest techniques to deliver precise, effective, and compassionate care. We believe that every smile deserves to be healthy, functional, and confident — and we are here to make that possible for you.
With a patient-focused approach, we take the time to understand your unique needs and create tailored treatment plans. Our goal is to ensure comfort, confidence, and long-lasting results for every individual we treat.
With a patient-focused approach, we take the time to understand your unique needs and create tailored treatment plans. Our goal is to ensure comfort, confidence, and long-lasting results for every individual we treat.
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What We Do
Our Services
We focus on treating gum disease and providing advanced dental implant solutions to restore your health, function, and confidence.
Periodontal Therapy
Treatment and prevention of gum disease.
Periodontal Therapy
Treatment and prevention of gum disease.
Dental Implants
Evidence-based implant placement and restoration
Maintenance Care
Long-term support for gum and implant health.
About Leadership
Richard Lee Kin, Periodontist
Richard Lee Kin is a qualified periodontist and director of Mint Clinic, the newest periodontal clinic in Ireland. Having grown up in inner city Dublin he completed his under graduate dental and then full-time three year post graduate periodontal training in the Dublin Dental Hospital, Trinity College Dublin. A fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in the faculty of dentistry and an international advisor to global research. Since graduation he has gained extensive experience working exclusively in the area of periodontics & implant dentistry. He has been fortunate to have the opportunity to work with and be trained by some of the leading experts in the field. Dr P.J. Byrne, Professor N. Claffey, Dr Polyzois and the late Dr. Nicky Mahon. Recently, he has been been actively involved with one of the leading micro vascular surgeons in the world, Professor Hertzuler in Munich, Germany. He actively pursues his interest in microvascular surgery and the treatment of failing implants. His practice provides an exclusive, referral-only service.
Ms Francesca Frontini, Dental Nurse
Francesca recently joined Mint Clinic as dental nurse. Originally from Italy, she came to Ireland 15 years ago from Milan. Having worked in a Dublin Dental Clinic for many years, she has vast experience both as a dental nurse and secretary. Her prime focus is facilitating the running of the clinic and providing excellent customer care. She is delighted to join Mint Clinic and looks forward to meeting new patients.
What We Offer
Specialist dental services tailored to keep your smile healthy, functional, and confident.
Gum Disease and Smoking
Smoking increases gum disease risk, we provide preventive dental care.
Gum Disease in Children
Protect young smiles with expert gum care for children.
Aesthetic Gum Grafting
Enhance your smile’s appearance with precise, natural-looking gum restoration.
Scaling and Root Debridement
Deep cleaning treatment to remove plaque, bacteria, and protect gums.
Mouth Cancer
Early detection and expert care to protect your oral health.
Periodontal disease
Effective treatments to restore gum health and prevent tooth loss.
Canine Exposure
Specialized treatment to guide impacted canine teeth into proper alignment.
Dental Implants
Permanent, natural-looking tooth replacement to restore function and confidence.
Why Choose Us
Trusted smile care through expertise, innovation, and compassion.
At Mint Clinic, we combine specialist knowledge with modern treatments to ensure every patient receives personalized, effective, and gentle dental care.
Expertise
Experienced specialists delivering advanced periodontal and implant treatments.
Innovation
Cutting-edge techniques and technology for precise and lasting results.
Care
Compassionate, patient-focused care designed to put you at ease.
Book Your Consultation Today
Experience expert periodontal and dental implant care at Mint Clinic. Our specialist team provides personalized treatments using advanced techniques to restore your oral health, function, and confidence. Schedule your consultation today and take the first step toward a healthier, more confident smile.
News & Article
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Dental Implants – past & present
Dr Richard Lee Kin has written a new article which features in the latest edition of the Irish Dental Hygienists Association (IDHA) Journal. Below is an extract from his article entitled ‘Dental Implants – past and …
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Implant Systems
There are more than 600 different implant systems in the world at present. Many do not have an extensive track record. We have worked with Straumann, Ankylos, Bicon, Nobel Biocare and Southern Implants in the past.…
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Implant Disease
The recent consensus meeting in London a few months ago was interesting. The evidence on treating is as scarce as ever with a limited number of papers out there. What is common is the level of disagreement among …
