1. DDS Dental
Escazú, Costa Rica
Dental specialists clinic in San Rafael de Escazú (San José) with U.S.-trained specialists, in-house CT and lab, and USD starting prices, per the clinic.
Prices:Veneers from $670
Best Dental Clinics in Costa Rica: 7 Compared for U.S. Patients (2026)
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7 dental clinics in San José, Escazú, Playas del Coco, compared on what you can check: ratings on Google and Trustpilot, accreditations, doctors and prices in U.S. dollars, next to what the same treatment costs at home.
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$450
lowest starting price
Dental Clinics in Costa Rica at a glance
Sorted by independent ratings on Google and Trustpilot, weighted by the number of reviews, so a 4.9 from 20 reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from 8,000. Ratings show patients' experience, not medical outcomes. Clinics cannot pay for their position, and partner clinics are not moved up: how we choose clinics.
| # | Clinic | Rating | Accreditation | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DDS Dental Escazú | ★ 5.0 Google · 517 | — | $670 |
| 2 | Aesthetic Dental Care Costa Rica Escazú | ★ 5.0 Google · 210 | — | $875 |
| 3 | ConfiDental Costa Rica San José | ★ 4.9 Google · 308 | — | $850 |
| 4 | LS Dental Costa Rica Playas del Coco | ★ 4.9 Google · 187 | — | $1,200 |
| 5 | Kaver Dental San José | ★ 4.9 Google · 159 | — | On request |
| 6 | DaVinci's Dental Care San José | ★ 4.8 Google · 16 | — | On request |
| 7 | New Smile Dental Group San José | ★ 4.4 Google · 35 | — | $990 |
The 7 dental clinics in detail
2. Aesthetic Dental Care Costa Rica
Escazú, Costa Rica
Implant and cosmetic dental clinic inside Hospital CIMA, Escazú (San José), with USD prices, an in-house lab, airport pickup and a written warranty, per the clinic.
Prices:Dental Implants from $875 · Veneers from $500
Lead doctor:Anwar Farhat David, 15 years of experience
3. ConfiDental Costa Rica
San José, Costa Rica
Implant and cosmetic dental clinic in Sabana Norte, San José, founded by Dr. José V. Garita, with a six-dentist team, airport transport and a lifetime implant guarantee, per the clinic.
Prices:Dental Implants from $850
Lead doctor:José V. Garita Carrillo, 25 years of experience
4. LS Dental Costa Rica
Playas del Coco, Costa Rica · since 2011
Dental clinic in Playas del Coco, Guanacaste, near Liberia airport, with an in-house lab and a seven-dentist team; implants with crown from $1,200, per the clinic.
Prices:Dental Implants from $1,200
5. Kaver Dental
San José, Costa Rica
Cosmetic and restorative dental practice in Torre Universal, San José, run by Dr. Luis Kaver and prosthodontist Dr. Andrés Kaver (Boston University), per the practice.
Lead doctor:Luis Kaver, 35 years of experience
6. DaVinci's Dental Care
San José, Costa Rica
Boutique restorative and cosmetic dental practice in Rohrmoser, San José, led by prosthodontist Dr. Delfín Barquero, with airport pickup for travellers, per the practice.
Lead doctor:Bernal Soto, 16 years of experience
7. New Smile Dental Group
San José, Costa Rica
Restorative dental clinic in central San José with an in-house lab, USD prices, implant and full-arch work, and a lifetime implant warranty, per the clinic.
Prices:Dental Implants from $990 · Veneers from $450
What treatment costs in Costa Rica vs the U.S.
Lowest published price at clinics listed on xcuro, next to the U.S. price with its source. Click a procedure for every clinic's price and what it includes.
| Procedure | From, Costa Rica | U.S. price |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Implants | $850 | $2,143 |
| Veneers | $450 | $1,455 |
Flights and extra hotel nights are not included. All procedure prices abroad vs the U.S.
How to choose a dental clinic in Costa Rica
Check the license and accreditation. Ask for the certificates and check them with the body that issued them. JCI status can be looked up in JCI's directory.
Read the reviews yourself. Open the Google and Trustpilot pages linked above and read the recent and the negative reviews, not just the score.
Get the quote in writing. It should say who treats you, what is included, how long you stay and what happens if there is a complication.
Plan follow-up at home. The CDC advises arranging follow-up care in the U.S. and travel insurance that covers medical evacuation before you go.
Checking a clinic in Costa Rica: The Colegio de Cirujanos Dentistas de Costa Rica publishes a searchable registry of dentists showing each dentist's code, active or suspended status and any registered specialty.
Getting to Costa Rica from the U.S.
Entry. A U.S. passport valid for the duration of your stay and a return or onward ticket. Authorities may allow visitors to stay up to 180 days without a visa, but this is not guaranteed. People who owe money in Costa Rica, including unpaid medical bills, may be prevented from leaving. Official source
Flights. Two international airports serve U.S. flights: San José (SJO) and Liberia (LIR) in Guanacaste. Nonstop flights leave from many U.S. hubs; from Miami or Houston the flight is about 3 hours. Costa Rica stays on UTC−6 all year, the same as U.S. Central Standard Time.
U.S. State Department advisory. Level 2 – Exercise Increased Caution (issued April 2, 2026), due to crime. The advisory says petty crime is common throughout Costa Rica and that violent crime, including armed robbery, homicide and sexual assault, also affects tourists. Read the advisory
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Questions about dental clinics in Costa Rica
Which dental clinics in Costa Rica have the best reviews?
Among the clinics we list, weighting each rating by its number of reviews: DDS Dental (Google 5.0 from 517 reviews); Aesthetic Dental Care Costa Rica (Google 5.0 from 210 reviews); ConfiDental Costa Rica (Google 4.9 from 308 reviews). Ratings reflect patients' experience of the clinic, not medical outcomes.
How much does dental work cost in Costa Rica?
Lowest prices at clinics listed on xcuro, in U.S. dollars: Dental Implants from $850 (U.S. $2,143+); Veneers from $450 (U.S. $1,455+). Final quotes depend on your case and come from the clinic in writing.
Do I need a visa to go to Costa Rica for treatment?
A U.S. passport valid for the duration of your stay and a return or onward ticket. Authorities may allow visitors to stay up to 180 days without a visa, but this is not guaranteed. People who owe money in Costa Rica, including unpaid medical bills, may be prevented from leaving.
Is it safe for Americans to travel to Costa Rica for treatment?
U.S. State Department: Level 2 – Exercise Increased Caution (issued April 2, 2026), due to crime. The advisory says petty crime is common throughout Costa Rica and that violent crime, including armed robbery, homicide and sexual assault, also affects tourists. Medical risk depends on the clinic and the procedure; the CDC advises checking the facility's credentials and arranging follow-up care in the U.S. before you travel.
Will my U.S. health insurance pay for treatment in Costa Rica?
Usually not for planned treatment abroad, and Original Medicare generally does not pay for care outside the United States. Ask your insurer in writing before you book, and buy travel health insurance that covers complications and medical evacuation, as the CDC recommends.
How do I choose a dental clinic in Costa Rica?
Check the license and accreditations, read the independent reviews yourself, ask who will treat you and what the written quote includes, and line up a doctor at home for follow-up care before you travel.
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