Clínica Dental San José

5.0 stars ·

A premier dental clinic catering to international patients seeking cosmetic and restorative dentistry in Costa Rica. Offers dental implants, veneers, whitening, and full mouth reconstructions at competitive prices. Features English-speaking dentists trained in the US and Europe.

1998
Established

Our Treatments

Dental Care

$800 - $2,500

Comprehensive dental and oral health procedures

Dental Implants

$1,200 - $3,500

Replacement teeth anchored to the jawbone

95.0% success
3-6 months
1-2 hours per implant
  • Recovery: 3-6 months
  • Duration: 1-2 hours per implant
  • Anesthesia: local

Veneers & Crowns

$600 - $1,800

Cosmetic dental coverings

1-2 weeks
1-2 hours
  • Recovery: 1-2 weeks
  • Duration: 1-2 hours
  • Anesthesia: local

Teeth Whitening

$300 - $800
None
30-60 minutes
  • Recovery: None
  • Duration: 30-60 minutes
  • Anesthesia: none

Full-Mouth Restoration

$5,000 - $15,000

Comprehensive dental rehabilitation

92.0% success
3-6 months
4-8 hours
  • Recovery: 3-6 months
  • Duration: 4-8 hours
  • Anesthesia: sedation

Orthodontics

$3,000 - $8,000

Teeth alignment and bite correction

12-24 months
1 hour per visit
  • Recovery: 12-24 months
  • Duration: 1 hour per visit
  • Anesthesia: none

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Why Choose San Jose, Costa Rica?

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Top dental and cosmetic surgery destination for North Americans. Short flight from US cities. American-trained dentists and surgeons. Costs 40-60% less than US. Biodiversity-rich recovery environment.

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Destination Score

70%
Savings vs. US Prices
2
JCI Accredited
#1
global rank
70,000+
patients/year
67
Healthcare & Safety
70
Safety
77
Cost & Value
75
Travel & Getting There
65
Internet Speed
89
Climate
92
Climate & Environment

Healthcare & Safety

System Quality Excellent
Hospitals 3+
JCI Accredited 2 facilities
Emergency Services Good
Pharmacies 24/7 widely available
Safety Rating High
Insurance International insurance widely accepted at private hospitals like CIMA and Clínica Bíblica, with direct billing options for many providers

Travel & Getting There

Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Distance to City 20 km (~30 min)
English Level Moderate
Public Transit Moderate
Taxis & Rideshare Taxis and rideshares like Uber widely available, especially in San Jose and Escazu; reliable for airport transfers and city travel

US/Canada/EU/UK/Australia: visa-free for up to 90 days. Other nationalities: check Costa Rican consulate.

Cost & Value

Daily Budget $50
Hotel (mid-range) $120/night
Restaurant Meal $15
Daily Transport $20
Currency Costa Rican Colon (CRC)
Tipping Tipping 10% at restaurants if service not included; optional for taxis and hotels
Savings vs. US Prices
dental
70%
cosmetic surgery
70%
cardiac
65%
orthopedic
60%
fertility
55%

Climate & Environment

Average 20.3°C · Tropical monsoon

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Green bars = comfortable range (18-28°C)

Best Time to Visit December to April
Air Quality (AQI) 42
Water Quality Bottled recommended
Internet Speed 50 Mbps
Mobile Network Good 4G/LTE

Medical Tourism Hub

#1 global rank 70,000+ patients/year Excellent recovery environment
DentalCosmetic SurgeryOrthopedicCardiovascularFertilityOphthalmicBariatric
Government-backed program
Patient rights protection

Clinic Location

While Your Companion Recovers

Historical tours (National Theater, Gold Museum)
Nature excursions (nearby volcanoes, parks)
Shopping districts (Multiplaza Escazu)
Wellness retreats

Practical Information

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Payment Methods

credit_cardpaypal

Business Hours

Monday 8:30 AM – 6:00 AM
Tuesday 8:30 AM – 6:00 AM
Wednesday 8:30 AM – 6:00 AM
Thursday 8:30 AM – 6:00 AM
Friday 8:30 AM – 6:00 AM
Saturday 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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This clinic speaks: English, Spanish

Clínica Dental San José typically responds within 24 hours. For urgent inquiries, please contact them directly.

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