Romanian Dentists Fill Critical Need at Mortain Health Center
Mortain, Normandy - The Centre de Santé Liberal Ambulatoire du Mortainais has welcomed two new dentists, dr. Sahleanu and a colleague, to address a important shortage of dental care in the region. The pair, both Romanian-trained, quickly established themselves in the area after relocating from Paris in 2022, drawn by the opportunity to practise in a community setting and the pressing need for dental professionals.
the arrival of the dentists comes after a three-year gap in local dental services, leaving the mortainais area well below the recommended dentist-to-population ratio.According to Dr. Sahleanu, the region currently has 2.5 dentists per 10,000 inhabitants,significantly lower than the national standard of 6.5 per 10,000. Both doctors completed their dental education at the University of Iasi in Romania, and their diplomas are fully recognized in France. They also possess a strong command of the French language, noting the linguistic similarities between Romanian and French as Latin languages.
The couple initially considered establishing a practice independently after a brief stint in Paris, but ultimately chose the Mortainais health center for its collaborative surroundings and focus on local care. “They chose this workplace for the friendly atmosphere, the collaboration between professionals and a practice focused on local care in a modern, human and dynamic environment,” the article states. They join 14 other healthcare professionals already working at the center.
Appointments are currently being scheduled by telephone at 02 61 81 99.The new dentists expressed their recognition for the area’s natural beauty, enjoying local attractions like the Voie Verte and the Mortain waterfalls, and are considering a permanent move to mortain to further integrate into the community.
