Goodness Dental
Recognized as one of the most prominent dental clinics in Central America, Goodness Dental caters to patients from the USA and Canada seeking affordable, high-standard dental care. Located in the San José area, it employs specialists trained internationally and emphasizes patient comfort for medical tourists. It offers a full range of dental treatments in a modern facility.[3]
Certifications & Accreditations
Our Treatments
Dental Care
$500 - $3,000Comprehensive dental and oral health procedures
Dental Implants
$1,200 - $3,500Replacement teeth anchored to the jawbone
- Recovery: 3-6 months
- Duration: 1-2 hours per implant
- Anesthesia: local
Veneers & Crowns
$400 - $1,500Cosmetic dental coverings
- Recovery: 1-2 weeks
- Duration: 1-2 hours
- Anesthesia: local
Full-Mouth Restoration
$5,000 - $15,000Comprehensive dental rehabilitation
- Recovery: 3-6 months
- Duration: 4-8 hours
- Anesthesia: sedation
Cosmetic Surgery
$2,000 - $8,000Aesthetic and reconstructive surgical procedures
Orthodontics
$1,500 - $5,000Teeth alignment and bite correction
- Recovery: 12-24 months
- Duration: 1 hour per visit
- Anesthesia: none
Our Medical Team
Dr. Alejandro Sáenz
Dr. Andrés Brenes
Dr. Carlos Fiorito
Dr. Daniel Alfaro
Dr. David Chin Wo Astúa
Dr. Eduardo Corrales
Dr. Emilio Ramirez
Dr. Enid Murillo
Dr. Jorge Cruz
Dr. Karen Yurell
Dr. Laura Rodríguez
Dr. Mauricio Briceño
Dr. Mauricio Madrigal
Dr. Melissa Jiménez
Dr. Monica Arguedas
Customer Reviews
Based on 5 reviews
"I had a wonderful experience with Goodness Dental. The entire staff had great communication, was friendly but also very professional. I appreciated the hotel recommendations, arranging airport pickups as well as rides to all my appointments. I’m very pleased with the dental care l received and would recommend Goodness Dental to anyone who asked about my smile. Thank you!!"
"The Goodness Dental Clinic in San Jose, Costa Rica, is rated the best clinic in Costa Rica for many reasons. They are staffed by highly skilled and professional dentists who have advanced dental degrees from major US universities. Their service is exceptional. They pick you up and drive you back to the airport, supply you with a list of nearby accommodations and provide transportation to all appointments. Their technology is advanced and all staff are friendly and courteous. In addtion, your are assigned a "logistics coordinator" who plans out your stay. Everyone of importance speaks English well. They also are up front about total costs and give you frank opinions on your dental situation, keeping your long-term interests in mind. Many other patients that I talked to while there said that Goodness Dental work is superior to most dental clinics in the United States and at about one-third of the cost! In addition, they have a Goodness House up on the side of the mountain above the clinic that is a beautiful villa with unique rooms which offer fantastic views of the Central Valley and the surrounding volcanoes, and at reasonable prices."
"I had five implants done at Goodness Dental and I would highly recommend their service. My wife and I flew in from Stuart Florida and stayed in the Goodness Hotel Presidential Suite. Evelyn manages the Hotel and will take care of anything you need especially after you get worked on!...she was great. The dental staff is terrific and they really do care about you. My teeth align perfectly and it was worth making the trip. We even took a vacation to the Arenal Volcano before hand. We met several fellow implant patients at the hotel from the US and Canada and made fast friends! I am hopeful you will have a great experience and save a TON of money in the process. Good Luck :)"
"I have no hesitation in recommending Goodness Dental—they are number one for a reason! My best affirmation is that I don’t even notice my new dentures because they are so comfortable and perfectly adjusted to my mouth. The entire team, from the staff to the doctors and specialists, made the whole experience friendly and confidence-inspiring. Both of my visits were well-coordinated, including transportation to and from the hotel, which made everything so convenient. I also stayed at the Goodness House, and it was an exquisite place to stay. The view is absolutely amazing, and the atmosphere is incredibly relaxing. If you’re planning a visit, I highly recommend asking to stay there—it’s a wonderful experience. Thank you, Goodness Dental, for your outstanding care and service!"
"Let me start by stating my last name is “Goodness”….. with that said, I had a root canal done about 15 years ago…. It survived all these years, but it was time to get it extracted after part of the tooth chipped off. I flew down to GOODNESS DENTAL, after a consultation with one of their professional doctors…. I was picked up at the airport and shuttled to the GOODNESS HOUSE where I was welcomed and settled in until my appointment the next day, at the clinic. At my appointment, they took X-rays and I had my second consultation where the doctor made a diagnosis to extract the tooth and put in an implant. After this meeting, I had time to grab a bite and walk around the area. The next day was my procedure where they removed my tooth and placed an implant! No pain!! No swelling!! Nothing but relief!! GOODNESS DENTAL staff, from the start, has been Professional and caring!! They did an excellent job and I will be going back again in a few months to get the crown placed in! I highly recommend GOODNESS DENTAL!! Earlier, I mentioned my last name is “GOODNESS”…. As I was sitting in the lobby, talking with other patients who were also happy with their treatment at GOODNESS DENTAL, a lady asked my name - I told her what my name was and she said -“ Ohhhh you must get preferential treatment because you’re a “Goodness”!” I chuckled a little and replied - “Actually, everyone gets the same Exceptional service!” Goodness knows!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"
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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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Travel & Getting There
US/Canada/EU/UK/Australia: visa-free for up to 90 days. Other nationalities: check Costa Rican consulate.
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Climate & Environment
Average 20.3°C · Tropical monsoon
Green bars = comfortable range (18-28°C)
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Business Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
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