Why Choose Us as Your Dentist of Choice
Google 5 Star Rating
We focus on 3 aspects that has made a big difference to our patients. The ‘Dental Experience’. From start to the end! Coupled with our focus on ‘being gentle and caring’ and giving ‘Value’ to our patients as what they see it. Our track record shows we are onto something meaningful.
If these three aspects are important to you, we welcome you to our Dental Clinic. While we do not want to over promise, we hope we can meet or go beyond your expectations to deserve yet another 5 Star rating from you.
You First then Your Teeth
For us, You are a Person! A real person with feelings and concerns. We do not jump to treating your tooth complaint straight away. We like to focus on you first and ‘know you’ and ‘understand you’, then and only then do we start to look at your dental problem.
We like to build long lasting relationships that are built on trust and ‘knowing you’ and NOT just a set a dental records. Our patients have been coming to us since 1984 not because we have their dental records BUT because we have their interest at heart. If you choose us, we like to build that special relationship with you too.
Dental Psychologist
Everyone has a certain level of fear visiting the Dentist. You probably are no different. Dental Anxiety, as it is commonly referred to is a serious Dental condition. And sadly, most common reason being a traumatic experience in the past. Dr. Muruga, our Dentist has a Masters in Psychology and is very good at addressing your dental anxiety and fears.
If Fear or Dental Anxiety is keeping you from visiting the dentist, do give us a chance to help you. We take a Psychological approach and deal with your fears first and often treatment is deferred until your Fears are reduced to a comfortable level.
The Dentist
Dr. Muruga Dentist
Dr. Muruga is an Orthodontic Dentist and a Dental Psychologist apart from being a Dental GP. He has over 35 years of experience having graduated from the globally famous Manipal University, India in 1980. Dr. Muruga is best known for his charming personality and chair side charisma. He is very approachable and easy to talk to either in person or even a quick consult over the phone. Dr. M as he is popularly known is a man who wears many hats and he brings all his experiences from his various fields to serve the best treatment options for you.
With his Masters in Psychology, his approach is very much applying Psychology and Dentistry together for a unique experience. He listens to you and takes time to understand and get to know the ‘real’ you before prescribing any form of treatment. His unorthodox yet conservative approach is very endearing to his patients as they know he has got their best interest at heart. In an era of commercialization and profiteering, he is one dentist who is popular because he always proposes affordable treatment options. He has many a time turned down options of costly dental treatment; advising the patient against it due to his motto - ‘value for money’ to the patient.
He is a Dentist close to you once you are listed as a patient. Access via WhatsApp or a quick call for a quick consultation is a norm in the way he interacts with his patients.
To know Dr. Muruga is to love Dr. Muruga as he has this fatherly, older polished gentleman aura that you would want to unburden your anxieties. Don’t forget he is a Psychologist, a life-coach and Dentist all rolled into one to help you navigate your dental situation. He has developed a reputation for giving some quality tips and advice while you are on the Dental Chair.
It is not surprising then that he is particularly good with dental anxiety patients, helping them to identify and taking baby steps to overcome their fear of dental treatment. Kids love him because he has his way of connecting with them when he demonstrates how playful dental stuff can be.
A vegan, yoga practitioner and spiritual aspirant you can expect to have very interesting conversations with our Dr. M and most people are impressed with his youthful looks despite being in his 60s!
Gallery
The ever Youthful and Cheerful Dr. Muruga - like good wine age has only made him a better and more caring Dentist
Scaling and Polishing in progress to get Whiter teeth
Wisdom Tooth Surgery is necessary to remove to avoid painful infections
Dental Braces for Adults to get that Perfect Smile
Orthodontic Dental Braces for that Perfect Smile
Clear Aligners for getting that Perfect Smile
Cosmetic Dental Treatment
After years of putting up with her less than adequate Smile, Ms Ang is Smiling again with new zest for Life. Thanks to the Cosmetic Dental Work. Her inner beauty comes out with the new Smile.
Wisdom Teeth can be problem when they get infected. Best to remove your Wisdom Tooth early when it is not infected yet. Less pain and quicker healing after the Surgery, and less cost too!
Your Dentist Near You …where You Come First Then Your Teeth
Our Services
Dental Implants
Emergency dental care
Clear Aligners Orthodontics
Traditional Dental Braces
Wisdom tooth removal
Scaling and polishing
Fillings
Dentures
Root canal treatment
Crown and bridgework
Cosmetic dental treatment
Teeth whitening
Dentist for Anxious Patients in Petaling Jaya
An Invitation if you have Fear of Dentist
When any of my patients tell me, “Doctor, I am scared of dentists and I have anxiety,” I take it very seriously. Dental fear or dental anxiety is a serious issue and needs special attention.
If you are one of the many people out there with anxiety or fear of dental procedures, I understand your situation and I have a simple invitation. Let me try and see if I can do something to help you. No promises. Just an option to consider — to see if we can get past the fear that keeps you from getting dental treatment, or if you do need to go through certain procedures, at least reduce the anxiety for you. Your fear and anxiety are real and serious, and it will take time and effort for me to help you overcome them.
I say this because I know the real issue is trust.
After studying and applying many techniques to help patients overcome dental fear, I realised there is one key factor that is needed — building trust. And that is not easy, especially when fear comes from unpleasant past experiences or trauma. I understand that, and that is where I will start.
Many people who come to see me have avoided dentists for a long time, so this is not unusual. I get that. We need to start slow and build a journey of trust and comfort for you.
Often, you may already be in pain or need urgent treatment and have been postponing seeing a dentist. Don’t fret — this too is normal. Pain itself is an issue, but it should not add more stress. I like to think that, as a dental psychologist, I can help.
For many of my patients in Petaling Jaya and surrounding areas, who feel anxious, fearful, or unsure about dental care, this approach is meant to offer a gentler and more respectful starting point.
How I Respond Is Different
To start with, I usually suggest that you do not immediately make an appointment with my front office, but speak with me first. I will make the time. My staff are trained to facilitate this.
Why? Because if trust is the issue, then you need to engage with me — the dentist — directly and get a sense for yourself whether you feel comfortable taking the first step. You need to decide if I am truly the person this website claims, and if you are okay to take a chance with me as your dentist.
The focus is not on commitment. The focus is on whether you are willing to give yourself a chance. There are no obligations.
I know I am good with many patients, but not necessarily with all. And we must consider and accept the humbling conclusion that I may not be that dentist for you. An audio call will be a good first step, rather than an intimidating physical first visit to a totally foreign setting like a dental clinic. Don’t you agree?
We will keep the conversation simple and easy, allowing us to reach a mutual understanding and take small steps in building trust. I will listen to you and see how I can approach your situation in a personalised way. At the very least, we can explore possibilities for you to proceed with another dentist, even if it is not with me at Tropicana Dental.
We must accept the humbling conclusion that I may not be that dentist for you.
What the First Visit Is Usually For
The first visit is not about treatment. It is about relieving pain if possible, often with medication or temporary dressing to help with pain relief. Strictly, there are no major procedures — especially no drilling and no injections.
That is because the main objective is to build trust and comfort levels. Talking and promises of no pain alone do not achieve that. Real action and demonstration are what make the difference.
In many cases, once the pain is no longer an issue and has been settled, it is simply a conversation. Having you sit comfortably in the dental chair and get a sense of control, in a non-threatening experience with the dentist, helps a lot.
We will talk more about what has happened before, what you are anxious about, and what you are not ready for, and how I will design a customised approach for your dental needs. The key point is to build a relationship of trust and gain your confidence to try the procedures needed.
Here is the other key factor: nothing happens without your agreement. We will not start until you feel safe and comfortable. We will even abandon a treatment plan if you decide you are not ready — even if an appointment has been fixed and you are physically present but not mentally ready. This is crucial. These things take time, and we understand that.
A second visit and subsequent visits only serve to anchor the first visit. The policy is strictly no major dental work until you are ready. You come first, then your dental treatment. We live by that motto.
Lastly, you may be concerned about how much this is all going to cost. These visits are typically charged as a consultation, with prices ranging from RM80 to RM150 depending on the complexity of pain-relief solutions. We can usually clarify this during our phone call.
Call us and ask to speak to me directly.
Dr Muruga
📞 +6012 221 2332
What our patients say about us
“From the moment I’d walked in the door I felt at ease. A very professional staff and a clean office. I had less than a wonderful experience with the dental work I’d already had in the KL over the past couple of years. Dr. Muruga is an artist. He’s patient, very gentle and talented. He spent well over examining and explaining all options for my current situation. I tend to be a nervous patient and he made sure I was calm and comfortable. The work was done precisely the first time. Had tooth extraction and fillings and looking forward to going back!”
“I am so happy with my overall dental experience here at Tropicana Dental Surgery. Dr.Muruga is absolutely wonderful and he kept me in touch with the whole process and me feel so comfortable as i had to get my wisdom tooth removed. It was such a pleasant experience from the beginning till the end of the procedure. This place is awesome in terms of their attention and knowledge of holistic dentistry. Amazing office, clean and comfortable. Highly recommended!!!”
“Wisdom tooth surgery - Dr Muruga and his team are very professional and helpful. It was a last minute decision for the surgery but the team was willing to stay up to ensure a painless procedure was put in place. The whole process was slow and painless and I felt at ease. Dr Muruga also make sure to tell me before he proceed to his next step. Shoutout to the whole team, thank you very much.”
“Have been coming to this place for past 10 years and I must say I have never looked for another doctor for my dental issues. Dr Muruga is very friendly, calms my nerves everytime I’m sat on the reclining chair, he makes me feel comfortable. Every visit is a wonderful experience. I can’t recommend this place enough to my friends.”
“Dr Muruga thank you for taking the pain away from my tooth. I had a filling done at another dental clinic and it was hurting so badly despite numerous visits at the other dentist Just one visit and the pain is gone. Also you were so gentle and reassuring and made my fear go away.
Thank You”
“A very nice and friendly dentist and his team. The place is so warm and friendly I needed to be reminded it was a dental clinic.”
“This clinic absolutely deserves a 5 stars rating. You can find experienced and professional doctor here as well as friendly and helpful dental assistant. I had my right upper part of impacted wisdom tooth extracted here and the doctor got it removed in less than an hour at a price I couldn’t find elsewhere. Dr.Muruga made me feel comfortable throughout the whole surgery. Many thanks to Tropicana Dental Surgery for such a pleasant experience.”
Our Location
F-06, 1st Floor, Riana Green Plaza, Jalan Tropicana Utara,
Tropicana, 47410 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Contact Us
Contact us to book an appointment or just to get a quick opinion
WhatsApp message us at 012 385 8332 OR 012 2212332
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