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Our Doctor
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Dr. Mahalakshmi Durai DDS
Dr. Durai was born in India. She began her collegiate career at Ragas Dental College and Hospital in India, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2009. She moved to Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania after she got married in 2013. Then, she graduated Doctor of Dental Surgery at University of Buffalo in 2017.
A focal point for Dr. Durai is to provide patients with the most modern dental advancements available, which allows her to provide complete care to her patients. Dr. Durai also has a son, enjoys working out, and traveling with her family.
A focal point for Dr. Durai is to provide patients with the most modern dental advancements available, which allows her to provide complete care to her patients. Dr. Durai also has a son, enjoys working out, and traveling with her family.
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We are in-network with most PPO insurance plans, but if needed, we will submit an out-of-network claim for your insurance.
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How we serve you better
Where Science Meets Smiles
Ultrasonic Scalers
Allow dentists to remove plaque and calculus (tartar) more efficiently and comfortably than manual scaling, resulting in faster and more effective dental cleanings.
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Digital X-Rays
Digital radiography reduces radiation exposure and provides high-quality images for better diagnosis.
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Intraoral Camera
Capture detailed images inside a patient's mouth, helping them better diagnose issues, document conditions, and educate patients.
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Electric Handpieces
Provide more precise control and consistent power compared to air-driven alternatives, allowing dentists to perform procedures more efficiently and with greater accuracy.
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Rotary Endodontics
Perform root canal procedures more quickly, efficiently, and precisely using motorized instruments compared to traditional manual files.
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Apex Locators
Precisely measure the length of root canals during endodontic procedures, reducing the need for multiple X-rays and ensuring more accurate treatment.
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Panoramic X-rays
A comprehensive, 360-degree view of the entire mouth, teeth, jaw, and surrounding structures in a single image, enabling better diagnosis for various dental conditions.
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Dental Loupes
Precision magnifying eyewear that enhance dentists' visual acuity, improving accuracy and ergonomics during detailed procedures.
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HEPA Air Purifiers
Capture airborne particles, including aerosols, bacteria, and viruses produced during dental procedures, helping to protect both staff and patients from potential infections.
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Prophy-Jet Polishers
Uses pressurized water and sodium bicarbonate to effectively remove stains, plaque, and debris from teeth while being gentler than traditional polishing methods.
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Intraoral Scanner
Create precise 3D digital impressions of patients' teeth without using messy putty materials, leading to more accurate restorations.
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Zoom Whitening
Offer patients a fast, professional-grade teeth whitening treatment that can brighten teeth by several shades in just one office visit.
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TV on dental chairs
Experience stress-free dental visits with our ceiling-mounted TVs, allowing you to enjoy your favorite shows while receiving expert dental care in complete comfort.
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Noise-Canceling Headphones
Help reduce patient anxiety and discomfort by blocking out the unsettling sounds of dental procedures, such as drilling and suction.
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High-powered suction
Advanced vacuum system delivers powerful, precise suction to efficiently remove fluids, debris, and aerosols during dental procedures for optimal visibility and safety.
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Milling Machine
A precision dental tool that uses rotating cutters to shape and customize dental prosthetics, crowns, and bridges from ceramic or metal blocks.
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CBCT Machine
Provides detailed 3D images of teeth, bones, soft tissues, and airways, enabling dentists to diagnose issues that might not be visible on traditional 2D X-rays.
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Fluorescence Caries Detection Devices
Use light-based technology to identify early tooth decay by measuring fluorescence variations in dental tissues.
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Pearl / Overjet
Uses AI technology to analyze dental X-rays, detecting cavities, bone loss, and calculus while automating clinical findings for enhanced diagnosis.
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Digital Smile Design Software
Enables dentists to digitally plan smile makeovers by analyzing facial/dental photos and creating virtual mock-ups for precise treatment visualization.
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Single Tooth Anesthesia (STA) System
Deliver precise, computer-controlled local anesthesia to individual teeth with less pain and anxiety for patients compared to traditional injections.
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Extraoral Suctions
High-powered vacuum devices positioned outside the mouth to capture aerosols and droplets during dental procedures, reducing infection risks.
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3D Printer
A digital manufacturing device that creates precise dental prosthetics, aligners, and surgical guides by layering materials based on CAD/CAM dental scans.
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Autoclave Sterilization
Uses high-pressure steam to kill harmful bacteria, viruses, and spores on dental instruments, ensuring patient safety and preventing cross-contamination between procedures.
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How we serve you better
Where Science Meets Smiles
Ultrasonic Scalers
Allow dentists to remove plaque and calculus (tartar) more efficiently and comfortably than manual scaling, resulting in faster and more effective dental cleanings.
Learn more
Digital X-Rays
Digital radiography reduces radiation exposure and provides high-quality images for better diagnosis.
Learn more
Intraoral Camera
Capture detailed images inside a patient's mouth, helping them better diagnose issues, document conditions, and educate patients.
Learn more
Electric Handpieces
Provide more precise control and consistent power compared to air-driven alternatives, allowing dentists to perform procedures more efficiently and with greater accuracy.
Learn more
Rotary Endodontics
Perform root canal procedures more quickly, efficiently, and precisely using motorized instruments compared to traditional manual files.
Learn more
Apex Locators
Precisely measure the length of root canals during endodontic procedures, reducing the need for multiple X-rays and ensuring more accurate treatment.
Learn more
Panoramic X-rays
A comprehensive, 360-degree view of the entire mouth, teeth, jaw, and surrounding structures in a single image, enabling better diagnosis for various dental conditions.
Learn more
Dental Loupes
Precision magnifying eyewear that enhance dentists' visual acuity, improving accuracy and ergonomics during detailed procedures.
Learn more
Nitrous Sedation
Helps anxious or fearful patients feel relaxed and comfortable during dental procedures, making it easier for both the patient and dentist to complete necessary treatments.
Learn more
HEPA Air Purifiers
Capture airborne particles, including aerosols, bacteria, and viruses produced during dental procedures, helping to protect both staff and patients from potential infections.
Learn more
Prophy-Jet Polishers
Uses pressurized water and sodium bicarbonate to effectively remove stains, plaque, and debris from teeth while being gentler than traditional polishing methods.
Learn more
Intraoral Scanner
Create precise 3D digital impressions of patients' teeth without using messy putty materials, leading to more accurate restorations.
Learn more
Soft Tissue Laser
Enables more precise, less invasive procedures with reduced bleeding, faster healing times, and often less need for anesthesia compared to traditional dental tools.
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Sleep Apnea Screening Device
Monitors breathing patterns, oxygen levels, and airway obstruction to identify potential sleep disorders during dental visits.
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Zoom Whitening
Offer patients a fast, professional-grade teeth whitening treatment that can brighten teeth by several shades in just one office visit.
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Cephalometric X-rays
Analyze facial growth, airway problems, and jaw relationships to better plan treatments like braces or jaw surgery.
Learn more
TV on dental chairs
Experience stress-free dental visits with our ceiling-mounted TVs, allowing you to enjoy your favorite shows while receiving expert dental care in complete comfort.
Learn more
Noise-Canceling Headphones
Help reduce patient anxiety and discomfort by blocking out the unsettling sounds of dental procedures, such as drilling and suction.
Learn more
High-powered suction
Advanced vacuum system delivers powerful, precise suction to efficiently remove fluids, debris, and aerosols during dental procedures for optimal visibility and safety.
Learn more
Milling Machine
A precision dental tool that uses rotating cutters to shape and customize dental prosthetics, crowns, and bridges from ceramic or metal blocks.
Learn more
CBCT Machine
Provides detailed 3D images of teeth, bones, soft tissues, and airways, enabling dentists to diagnose issues that might not be visible on traditional 2D X-rays.
Learn more
Dental Operating Microscope
Enhanced magnification and illumination, allowing dentists to see minute details during complex procedures, leading to more precise treatment and better patient outcomes.
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Handheld X-ray Unit
A portable diagnostic imaging device that emits controlled X-ray radiation to capture detailed digital images of teeth and oral structures for dental examination.
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Flourescent Oral Cancer Screening
Uses specialized blue light to detect abnormal tissue changes and potential oral cancers before they're visible to the naked eye.
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Fluorescence Caries Detection Devices
Use light-based technology to identify early tooth decay by measuring fluorescence variations in dental tissues.
Learn more
Pearl / Overjet
Uses AI technology to analyze dental X-rays, detecting cavities, bone loss, and calculus while automating clinical findings for enhanced diagnosis.
Learn more
Digital Shade Matching Device
Use spectrophotometry to precisely analyze tooth color, ensuring accurate ceramic restorations by eliminating subjective visual matching.
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Digital Smile Design Software
Enables dentists to digitally plan smile makeovers by analyzing facial/dental photos and creating virtual mock-ups for precise treatment visualization.
Learn more
Air Abrasion
Minimally invasive dental procedure that uses high-pressure aluminum oxide particles to remove decay and prepare teeth for restorations without drilling.
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Single Tooth Anesthesia (STA) System
Deliver precise, computer-controlled local anesthesia to individual teeth with less pain and anxiety for patients compared to traditional injections.
Learn more
Computerized Pain-Free Injection System
Delivers precise, controlled anesthesia at the optimal flow rate, ensuring virtually painless dental procedures.
Learn more
Extraoral Suctions
High-powered vacuum devices positioned outside the mouth to capture aerosols and droplets during dental procedures, reducing infection risks.
Learn more
3D Printer
A digital manufacturing device that creates precise dental prosthetics, aligners, and surgical guides by layering materials based on CAD/CAM dental scans.
Learn more
LANAP
Uses FDA-approved PerioLase laser to remove diseased gum tissue and bacteria while preserving healthy tissue, promoting natural regeneration without scalpels or sutures.
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X-Guide
A dynamic 3D navigation system that provides real-time guidance for precise dental implant placement through advanced imaging and tracking technology.
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Acceledent or Propel Orthodontics
Use micro-vibrations and micro-perforations, respectively, to stimulate bone remodeling and accelerate orthodontic tooth movement.
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Icon Procedure
Minimally invasive resin infiltration treatment that fills and seals early cavities without drilling, preserving natural tooth structure.
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Chrome Guided Surgery
Uses 3D imaging and custom surgical guides to ensure precise implant placement, improving accuracy and patient outcomes in dental procedures.
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Temporary Anchorage Device (TAD) Placement Tools
TAD placement tools include pilot drills, drivers, and torque wrenches used to precisely insert mini-implants into jawbone for orthodontic anchorage.
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A-dec Stericenter
A modular sterilization center that streamlines instrument processing with organized workflow zones for cleaning, packaging, and sterilization.
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Autoclave Sterilization
Uses high-pressure steam to kill harmful bacteria, viruses, and spores on dental instruments, ensuring patient safety and preventing cross-contamination between procedures.
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Testimonials
OUR CROWING ACHEIVEMENTS
100+ reviews
"Finally a dentist I feel comfortable going to. The entire staff makes you feel like you're in good hands. Everything is very professional while having a laid back feel to it. Dr. Durai has been great, taking the time to make sure no question is left unanswered before the visit is over."
Brittany
"Dr Durai is professional, efficient, personable, approachable, and kind. She clearly explains her procedures in a step by step manner. She seems to be technically excellent and caused me no pain despite an hour long procedure. Kudos."
Robert W.
"The staff is very friendly and the dentist goes above and beyond to make sure you are happy informed and comfortable. She paid attention to my wishes as far as the look of my new plate, it was exactly what I wanted, they look like real teeth I will recommend them to everyone"
John J.
"I can’t say enough nice things about this dental office. The receptionist, Jen, and Dr. Durai are an exceptional group of women! They made me feel very comfortable and were personable. Jen and Dr. Durai were upfront about everything. I am a cash patient, and I refuse to go anywhere else for my dental appointments."
Cassandra H.
"The absolute best experience one can have for dental work. Each and every person is welcoming, friendly and helpful. Throughout the procedure the Doctor and staff consistently explained what was happening and ensured I was comfortable. I highly recommend this practice and have found my permanent dentist."
Jim C.
"Bright Choice Dental and it’s staff make this place a hidden gem of the valley.I have such an extreme fear as an adult due to pain but they are not only patient but caring and professional about my needs! I no longer fear the dentist because of this place and I’m excited about my journey to a perfect smile with them!"
Jessica B.
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Membership plans are not (i) insurance, (ii) qualified health plans under the Affordable Care Act, (iii) pre-payment for future services, or (iv) payment for access to discounted services. Rather, Membership plans are direct payment arrangements between plan members and Providers for services, products and care provided. Membership plans run for 12 months and include an auto renewal feature. Plan members can opt out of the auto renewal at any time from the Member Portal. The membership plans are administered by Kleer, LLC located at 676 East Swedesford Road, Suite 350A, Wayne, PA 19087. You can learn more about Kleer at www.kleer.com or by calling 1-844-965-5337. Providers establish their own membership fees, treatment fees, and terms. Fees and terms may vary depending on Provider, services and products provided, and location. Kleer does not make payments to Providers for medical services. Plan members and plan sponsors pay Providers for medical services and Kleer charges Providers fees for use of the Kleer platform and services. Payment for treatment not included in the membership plan is due at the time of service. The savings offered in the membership plan can not be combined with any other offers or discounts. The membership plan includes a 30-day money back guarantee. You can receive a full refund up to 30 days after purchase if no services or discounts have been used.
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FAQ
Questions
How often should I visit the dentist?
It is recommended to visit the dentist for a regular check-up and cleaning every six months. However, your dentist may suggest more frequent visits based on your individual oral health needs.
What should I do if I have a toothache?
If you experience a toothache, rinse your mouth with warm water and use dental floss to remove any food particles stuck between your teeth. If the pain persists, contact your dentist for an appointment as soon as possible. You can also take over-the-counter pain medication to help alleviate discomfort until you can see your dentist.
How can I prevent cavities?
To prevent cavities, brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, floss daily, and limit sugary and acidic foods and beverages. Regular dental check-ups and cleanings are also essential for maintaining good oral health.
What are the signs of gum disease?
Signs of gum disease include red, swollen, or tender gums, bleeding while brushing or flossing, persistent bad breath, receding gums, and loose or shifting teeth. If you notice any of these symptoms, schedule an appointment with your dentist.
What payment options do you accept?
We accept most major dental insurance plans, as well as cash, credit cards, and financing options through third-party providers. Please contact our office for more information on specific payment options and to verify your insurance coverage.
What should I do in a dental emergency?
In case of a dental emergency, such as a knocked-out tooth, severe toothache, or broken dental appliance, contact our office immediately. We reserve time in our daily schedule for emergency appointments and will provide you with instructions on how to handle your situation until you can see the dentist.
Are dental X-rays safe?
Yes, modern dental X-rays are safe. The amount of radiation exposure from a dental X-ray is minimal, and dentists take precautions to minimize exposure by using lead aprons and collars. X-rays are an essential diagnostic tool for detecting dental issues that may not be visible during a regular exam.
