Dr. Pakanant Vilai (Dr. Boat)
Board-Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Thailand
Dr. Pakanant Vilai (Dr. Boat) is a board-certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Thailand with advanced training in corrective jaw (orthognathic) surgery, dental implants, facial reconstruction, and digital surgical planning. He treats patients with jaw alignment problems, missing teeth, facial trauma, and complex oral conditions using modern surgical techniques and personalised treatment planning.
Dr. Boat combines hospital-based surgical experience with digital technologies, including 3D CAD/CAM planning, guided implant surgery, and customised surgical solutions to improve both oral function and facial balance.
What Does Dr. Boat Specialise In?
Corrective Jaw (Orthognathic) Surgery
- Corrective jaw surgery
- Upper and lower jaw surgery
- Underbite correction
- Overbite correction
- Facial asymmetry surgery
- Jaw alignment surgery
- Dentofacial deformity treatment
Dental Implant Surgery
- Single dental implants
- Multiple dental implants
- Full-mouth dental implants
- All-on-4 dental implants
- All-on-6 dental implants
- Full-arch implant rehabilitation
- Implant-supported fixed teeth
- Immediate-load dental implants
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
- Wisdom tooth removal
- Oral surgery
- Bone grafting
- Jaw reconstruction
- Facial trauma reconstruction
- Complex reconstructive surgery
Digital Dentistry
- Guided implant surgery
- 3D CAD/CAM surgical planning
- Digital smile planning
- 3D printing technology
- Personalised surgical guides
Why Patients Choose Dr. Boat
Patients choose Dr. Boat because he offers:
- Board-certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
- Advanced training in corrective jaw surgery
- Extensive experience in dental implant rehabilitation
- Full-arch implant treatment planning
- Digital 3D surgical planning for greater precision
- Hospital-based surgical experience
- University teaching and research experience
- Experience treating international patients
Education & Professional Qualifications
Dr. Boat earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) with Second Class Honours from the Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University in 2013.
He completed:
- Graduate Diploma in Oral Surgery (2016)
- Residency in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (2020)
- Thai Board Certification in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (2022)
- Fellow, International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (IAOMS) (2021)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Dentofacial Deformities & Orthodontics, London Dental Institute
- Advanced Bone & Soft Tissue Regeneration in Implant Therapy, Urban Regeneration Institute, Hungary
Professional Appointments
Dr. Boat has held several clinical and academic roles, including:
- Head, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Unit, HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Medical Center
- Special Lecturer, Chulalongkorn University
- Special Lecturer, Srinakharinwirot University
- Public Relations Committee Member, Thai Association of Dental Implantology (TADI)
- Former Chief Resident, Chulalongkorn University
- Co-Founder, ESSE Dental Clinic
Research & Innovation
Alongside clinical practice, Dr. Boat contributes to research in oral and maxillofacial surgery, implant dentistry, and digital surgical technology.
His research interests include:
- Personalised metal implants for maxillofacial reconstruction
- Computer-aided surgical planning
- Digital implant technology
- Bone regeneration
- Oral health research
Conditions Dr. Boat Treats
Patients commonly see Dr. Boat for:
- Missing teeth
- Loose dentures
- Jaw misalignment
- Underbite
- Overbite
- Facial asymmetry
- Jaw pain related to skeletal abnormalities
- Wisdom teeth
- Bone loss before implants
- Facial trauma reconstruction
Treatments Available
Following a comprehensive assessment, Dr. Boat may recommend:
- Corrective jaw surgery
- Dental implant surgery
- Full-mouth dental implant rehabilitation
- All-on-4 dental implants
- All-on-6 dental implants
- Wisdom tooth surgery
- Bone grafting
- Facial reconstruction
- Digital surgical planning
Treatment recommendations are individualised and depend on each patient’s clinical needs and suitability.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Dr. Boat a board-certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon?
Yes. Dr. Boat is board-certified in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery by the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Thailand.
- Does Dr. Boat perform corrective jaw surgery?
Yes. He performs orthognathic (corrective jaw) surgery for patients with underbites, overbites, jaw misalignment, facial asymmetry, and dentofacial deformities.
- Does Dr. Boat perform All-on-4 dental implants?
Yes. He provides full-arch dental implant rehabilitation, including All-on-4 and All-on-6 treatment options where clinically appropriate.
- Can international patients receive treatment?
Yes. Destination Beauty welcomes international patients and provides assistance throughout the consultation, treatment, and recovery process.
- What technology does Dr. Boat use?
Depending on the procedure, Dr. Boat uses advanced technologies such as digital implant planning, 3D CAD/CAM surgical planning, guided implant surgery, and customised surgical guides to support treatment planning.
Book a Consultation
If you’re considering corrective jaw surgery, dental implants, or oral and maxillofacial surgery in Thailand, you can request a consultation with Dr. Pakanant Vilai (Dr. Boat). Every treatment plan is tailored to the individual following a comprehensive clinical assessment.
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