Prisma Dental

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Prisma Dental is a specialized dental clinic in San José offering routine dental wellness procedures and a wide array of cosmetic dentistry services to international patients. It focuses on high-quality dental implants, veneers, and smile makeovers at competitive prices. The clinic is known for its modern facilities and experienced dentists.

100%
Satisfaction Rate
2005
Established

Our Treatments

Dental Care

$65 - $2,000

Comprehensive dental and oral health procedures

Dental Implants

$690 - $4,000

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

$650 - $2,000

Cosmetic dental coverings

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

Teeth Whitening

$200 - $260
None
30-60 minutes
  • Recovery: None
  • Duration: 30-60 minutes
  • Anesthesia: none

Full-Mouth Restoration

$5,000 - $15,000

Comprehensive dental rehabilitation

95.0% success
3-6 months
4-8 hours
  • Recovery: 3-6 months
  • Duration: 4-8 hours
  • Anesthesia: sedation

Orthodontics

$2,000 - $4,000

Teeth alignment and bite correction

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

Customer Reviews

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"Absolute first class dental practice, the staff were tremendous all the dentists treat you with great care, I needed a lot of work and they couldn’t have been nicer lore helpful or more Professional I would not hesitate to recommend Prismadental to anyone looking to have any dental work done. First class."

eamonn fortune
· July 9, 2026

"Fully equipped and staffed, all inclusive, everything you need on site. Lab, Endo, etc, it’s all in house. Dr Carolina is a gem, an absolute smile artist, and was so personable and very sharp. (I got 6 crowns and a 3 unit bridge. It’s a trip to the dentist, where they get a lot done fast, make no mistake! But it all recovered great!) Prisma is modern, professional, and I am very happy with the result. Absolutely recommend Prisma! (Driving in SJ, however…… yeesh! Traffic is something else!)"

Steve Tormala
· July 9, 2026

"I am from the UK and I had just finished my braces treatment of two years and double jaw surgery. I came to Prisma to get my teeth whitened and composite bonding on my four top teeth. I was so happy with my experience, everyone at the practice is so warm and friendly. Dr Carolina was amazing, she took her time to explain everything clearly and she made sure I was totally happy with the results before I left. I would not have been able to afford this treatment in London so I was so pleased to be able to get this work done in beautiful Costa Rica. I finally feel so confident with my smile, all thanks to Prisma ❤️"

Tilly Catarinella
· July 9, 2026

"A friend of mine went to Prisma Dental many years ago. As I was impressed with his results, as I was interested to improve my smile, I asked him if he had a good experience. He said, "Absolutely!!" I reached out to Prisma, and from the initial contact though the work completion, the experience has been fantastic. The staff is professional and friendly. My special thanks to Dr. Caroline Nunez. Her attention to the details for a perfect fit and a smile that I love. I give her and the office my highest recommendation. If your considering cosmetic dental work, make the trip to beautiful CR and come home with an incredible smile and experience. John; New Jersey"

J. Bickers
· July 9, 2026

"Never in my life have I had the ultimate, high technology dental procedures with such accuracy as with Prisma Dental! Dr Nadine did three upper front implants and two bridges. The whole experience was amazing and state of the art! The doctors and staff were very accommodating, friendly and helpful. Their dental lab is onsite and making sure all the teeth are exactly perfect. I was awestrucked by the whole experience. To top it all off, the price was at least 70% less than quoted in Florida!"

Linda Phillips
· July 9, 2026

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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
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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

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 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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This clinic speaks: English, Spanish

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