Dentistry in Costa Rica

Many countries are catering to patients from all over the world. In both the dental and medical arenas, Costa Rica is one of the most popular destinations to obtain treatment at prices that are generally about half the cost of the same treatment in their countries. 

But what makes dental tourism so appealing? Patients have discovered that they can find the same or better quality and care at a lower cost in other countries. In addition, there are clinics dedicated to welcoming these patients and offering additional services to facilitate their trip. 

Dental treatment in Costa Rica

Here are some great reasons to choose Costa Rica as your dental treatment destination.

Save on dental costs.

The College of Dentists regulates dental fees to ensure that dentists charge fair prices to everyone. However, these are still reasonable rates for tourists and nationals. With rising costs and unaffordable fees in your home country, you can save between 50% and 60% on your dental treatment.

Save time

Dental tourism clinics understand that patients cannot stay for many weeks due to work, family, and financial considerations. For this reason, they work hard to shorten turnaround times. You will usually have a job completed in one to two weeks.

Costa Rica is close by

Numerous airlines fly to Costa Rica daily, and the flight time from Miami or Fort Lauderdale is only a few hours. Fares can also be very low during the low season. Take your time and shop around for the best travel deals.

Qualified and educated dentists

Costa Rican dentists undergo several examinations before receiving their license to practice. Many of them have received education abroad. Furthermore, continuing education is highly valued, and new technologies are constantly being accepted and implemented across the country. Costa Rica is a country that loves science and medical innovation. It has one of the best healthcare systems among Central American countries. You can check with the Costa Rican College of Dentists to see if your dentist is a registered dentist.

Specialists are available

There are all types of certified dental specialties among active dentists. Generally, clinics will have specialists on hand that they can call upon when the need arises. There are talented and skilled implantologists, periodontists, maxillofacial dentists, endodontists, and prosthodontists.

Cosmetic dentistry in Costa Rica

Cosmetic dentistry services are ideal for those with good dental health but who want to improve their appearance by investing in a beautiful smile.

Here is a list of what you could get done in cosmetic dentistry in Costa Rica:

Dental veneers

To put it simply, veneers are thin pieces of porcelain made in the laboratory and are attached, mask-like, in front of your natural teeth. They are a long-lasting solution for teeth that are severely discolored, cracked, have small pits or holes, are not the desired shape, or perhaps have an uneven tooth-to-tooth spacing.

Once in place, veneers function like regular teeth. They must be brushed and flossed like any other tooth. But you will feel your smile renewed with a treatment that lasts 10 to 15 years from final implantation.

Are you curious about what dental veneers look like when placed in your mouth? Check your favorite artists on Instagram. Chances are, the people you see there are wearing dental veneers to get those star smiles.

Amalgamation

Amalgamation involves the same treatment as the veneers described above but uses resins instead of porcelain. In addition, they are applied directly to the point of the tooth where they are required with no intervention from a dental laboratory.

Resins are the solution to restore teeth with cavities, make cosmetic improvements, and even restore the shape and color of a tooth. Amalgamation will lighten any stains you have, close sharp gaps between your teeth, and can also be used to correct teeth with minor fractures.

The advantage of amalgamation is that it usually does not require anesthesia or tooth preparation for the procedure, making it suitable for all patients.

Gum Plastic Surgery

Some people have a “gummy smile,” a problem in which the teeth appear too small and the gums appear too large, affecting the image of their smile. Gum sculpting is frequently used to solve this problem. The specialist uses a laser (a procedure known as electrosurgery) to remove excess gum tissue from your smile, allowing you to show more of your teeth the next time you smile.

Are you interested in receiving more information or undergoing this procedure? Then contact us right away. Meanwhile, remember that the health of your gums is just as important as the health of your teeth. Periodontal disease can be avoided by practicing good oral hygiene and visiting your dentist regularly.

Teeth Whitening

As we age, our teeth begin to lose their natural whiteness. Smoking, and drinking soda, tea, or coffee, among others, often contribute to staining our teeth with yellowish or brownish tones.

We all agree that white teeth look better, but it is not easy to recover the whiteness of our teeth naturally. Teeth whitening treatments are ready to help you regain the naturally white teeth you want to show when you smile.

How does it work? There are several procedures, but in short, it’s simple: when you visit the dentist, they will apply either a cleaning laser or chemicals to your teeth to whiten them. Your teeth will be white again once the treatment is finished.

How does the dentist decide on the procedure? That depends on the result of the evaluation that the professional performs on your mouth, but be careful; at Implants Care Costa Rica, you will get the most appropriate treatment for your case, and your teeth will shine again!

If you are ready to make your smile shinier and better, contact us at Happy in Costa Rica, and we will give you the alternatives and a free estimate.