Dental & Facial Aesthetics · Zanzibar

Your Smile,
Reimagined.

Where advanced dental science meets the calm of the island — natural, refined results.

70%Savings vs US clinics
27yrClinical experience
30+Peer-reviewed studies
PhDDental biomaterials
Dr. Leila Perea-Lowery, DDS MSc MBA PhD — Founder and Clinical Director of Nya Dental Boutique, Zanzibar

Dr. Leila Perea-Lowery

DDS · MSc · MBA · PhD

Meet your dentist

Dr. Leila Perea-Lowery

DDS · MSc · MBA · PhD · Biomaterials Scientist

From Cali, Colombia, Dr. Leila Perea-Lowery has spent over 27 years in clinical practice and academic research. She earned her PhD in Dental Biomaterials at the University of Turku, Finland, studying under one of the world's foremost experts in dental prosthetics. She has published more than 30 peer-reviewed studies and maintains an academic appointment as Associate Professor. She came to Zanzibar not only to build a world-class clinic, but to raise the standard of dental practice across East Africa — training local dentists in the latest clinical methods.

"The proposition here is not just cost. It is value, experience, and excellence in execution — delivered by a clinician who sees every patient as a whole person."
Cosmetic dentistryProsthodonticsCAD/CAM systemsBiomaterialsVeneersSmile makeoversImplantology

Why choose Nya

The smile you want.
The respect you deserve.

Science at every step

Dr. Leila holds a PhD in Dental Biomaterials — meaning she understands the molecular science behind every material placed in your mouth. She has published over 30 peer-reviewed scientific studies on dental materials. This level of mastery is virtually unmatched in cosmetic dentistry anywhere in the world.

Boutique, holistic care

You are not a chart number here. Treatment plans are developed in genuine collaboration with you. Every detail — from the shade of your veneers to your recovery schedule — is tailored to your life. This is dentistry delivered with patience, attention, and full humanity.

Zanzibar as part of your care

Recover on white-sand beaches. Explore a spice island with 3,000 years of history. Partner hotels from $80 per night. Airport transfer arranged. Njooni coordinates your entire visit — from flight to final appointment.

State-of-the-art technology

In-house CAD/CAM milling. Digital 3D scanning. CBCT diagnostics. Battery-backed solar power. Pharmaceutical-grade vapor-distilled water. Nya operates at a technological level that rivals any clinic in Houston or Beverly Hills.

20 veneers in the US

$30,000–$45,000

Houston · Beverly Hills · Atlanta

versus

Same quality at Nya · Zanzibar

A fraction of the price

Contact us for your personalised quote

Treatments

Curated care, crafted to look effortlessly like you.

Every treatment is tailored — refined enough to elevate, natural enough that it still feels entirely your own.

Porcelain Veneers
01

Porcelain Veneers

Hand-finished, translucent veneers shaped to your features for a smile that reads natural in every light.

Dental Implants
02

Dental Implants

Precision-placed, biocompatible implants that restore both function and confidence to last.

Ceramic Crowns
03

Ceramic Crowns

Strong, lifelike restorations colour-matched and contoured to disappear seamlessly into your smile.

Teeth Whitening
04

Teeth Whitening

Gentle, enamel-safe brightening for a luminous result that never tips into unnatural.

Facial Aesthetics
05

Facial Aesthetics

Subtle, harmony-led enhancements that complement your smile and frame it beautifully.

Smile Design
06

Smile Design

A complete, considered plan — previewed before we begin, so you trust the result from the start.

Nya Dental Boutique interior
27+
Years of clinical excellence

The Experience

Where innovation meets nature.

Set in the heart of Zanzibar, Nya blends state-of-the-art aesthetics with the serenity of the island — eco-conscious by design, transformative by intention. Come for your smile; leave renewed.

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Personalised, unhurried care from start to finish
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Biocompatible materials, sustainable practice
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A destination clinic, minutes from the shore
SoftTranquilNaturalRefinedIntentionalAlignedSustainableEco-consciousLuxuryWellness
★★★★★
"I was quoted $38,000 for 18 veneers in Houston. At Nya I paid a fraction of that. But what I did not expect was to feel like a person again. Dr. Leila looked me in my eyes the entire consultation. I left Zanzibar with the smile I had always wanted — and my dignity fully intact."

— Jourdan T., Atlanta, Georgia

Common questions

Everything you need
to know before you fly.

20 porcelain veneers in the US typically run $30,000–$45,000. At Nya Dental Boutique you receive the same premium-grade materials and PhD-level biomaterials expertise at a fraction of those costs — with Zanzibar's medical-tourism experience included.

Yes. Nya is operated by Dr. Leila Perea-Lowery, who holds a PhD in Dental Biomaterials from the University of Turku, Finland, with 30+ peer-reviewed publications. The clinic uses pharmaceutical-grade vapor-distilled water, battery-backed solar power, in-house CAD/CAM milling, and biocompatible materials that meet European standards.

Nya specialises in cosmetic and prosthetic dentistry: porcelain veneers, dental implants, crowns, clear aligners, and professional teeth whitening. Every treatment uses digital 3D scanning, in-house milling, and the safest biocompatible materials available.

Absolutely. Through Njooni's medical-tourism packages, Nya patients can book beachfront partner hotels from $80/night, airport transfers, spice farm tours, and dhow cruises alongside their treatment. The entire experience is coordinated through Njooni.

Most veneer and smile-makeover treatments are completed across two visits spanning 5–7 days — giving you time to relax on the island between appointments. Dr. Leila's team will outline your exact timeline during the free assessment.

Yes — the free smile assessment (available online or in-person) lets Dr. Leila review your case, provide an accurate quote, and plan your treatment schedule before you book flights. Use the form below to get started.

Begin with a free smile assessment

No commitment. No pressure. Just answers.
Response within 2 hours — even on weekends.

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