Patients
Reviews of FRESH Dental Studio.
Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. 166 aggregated from Google. Screened for duplication and printed as written. They are not visit-verified.
SmileJet AI analysis
What these reviews add up to.
5.7 out of 10
Overall score
FRESH Dental Studio has a long Playa del Carmen track record and a strong 4.90 review average across 166 entries with no documented negatives. Pricing is published at typical Playa rates via aggregators. The clinic is held back by very weak public transparency: no dentist names, credentials, equipment specs, or accreditations are disclosed anywhere, which limits suitability for high-value dental tourism cases.
Authenticity
5/10Operating since 2010 with 166 Google reviews at 4.90 and no recurring complaints; however the website discloses zero dentist names, making transparency very limited.
Treatment quality
7/10All 50 sampled reviews are 5-star praising painless treatment, careful explanations, and clean facility; no specific complex case outcomes documented.
Cleanliness
7/10Reviews describe the clinic as clean and modern with no hygiene complaints; sterilisation protocols not documented publicly.
Team
4/10No dentist names, Cedulas, specialties, or training are published anywhere on the website or third-party listings, which is a significant transparency gap for an internationally-marketed clinic.
Price value
6/10USD prices listed on aggregator: $1,414 single implant, $429 ceramic crown, $375 zirconia crown, $8,431 All-on-4, in the typical Playa range.
Tourist suitability
5/10Website is English-targeted and location is near tourist hotels, but no airport transfer, coordinator, or stay-and-treat package is advertised.
What comes up well
- Operating since 2010 with a consistent 4.90 review average
- USD prices listed on aggregators including $429 crowns and $8,431 All-on-4
- No recurring complaints across the 50 sampled reviews
Points to weigh
- No dentist names, Cedula numbers, or specialty credentials disclosed anywhere
- No equipment specifications such as CBCT or scanner published
- No airport transfer, coordinator, or tourist package advertised
This analysis is written by AI from the reviews below and the public sources it could find. It is a reading of what patients reported, not a clinical endorsement and not medical advice. How clinics are listed and screened is set out in our trust and safety policy.
The evidence
What patients actually wrote.
out of 5, from 166 reviews
Great experience with Dr. Raúl, takes his time to explain the cause of the pain and the appropriate treatment, very professional and friendly. Can speak Spanish or English. I recommend
Reply from the clinic
Thank you for your trust Renaud! Your kind words mean a lot to us. It was a pleasure
Barbara is truly perfect. She completely replaced two faulty fillings from a dentist in France with total professionalism. The fillings were located on the incisors and for me it was urgent to intervene. She is calm, explains everything and every action and instills confidence throughout the treatment. Thank you again.
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Thank you for your trust Bruno! Your review helps others feel confident in choosing us, it was a pleasure
Excellent service, very careful and friendly treatment. The doctor explained every detail to me, giving me confidence in each procedure.
Reply from the clinic
Thank you for your trust, Iris! We're so glad your experience was positive. It's a pleasure serving you.
We believe that this is the best dental studio in all of Playa and we have met more than one person who specifically fly down from the United States to get their care done here. It's not just because it costs less but because of their attention to detail and their desire to do a thorough job
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We appreciate your wonderful feedback Paula, your kind words mean a lot to us, it was a pleasure
A huge thank you to Dr. Carlos for his responsiveness and professionalism! He was very gentle and explained the entire process to me. The scaling and whitening were superb and painless! I highly recommend him!
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Thank you for your trust Marie! Your review helps others feel confident in choosing us, it was a pleasure
While visiting the Riviera Maya, I had a dental emergency caused by a wisdom tooth. 👀 The hotel where I was staying couldn't recommend a dentist. Fortunately, while searching online, I came across Fresh Dental Studio. From the first call, the doctors were very attentive and caring. I told them I was already experiencing discomfort, and they didn't hesitate to help. They did everything they…
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could to schedule an appointment for me that same day. Dr. Raúl Rodríguez is a true professional.
Reply from the clinic
We appreciate your trust, Seidi! Your comment inspires us to continue offering quality and friendly service. It was a pleasure serving you.
Dr. Raúl's care and service were very professional. From the very first moment, he explained the situation in detail and was very clear. I will definitely continue with my treatments.
Reply from the clinic
Thank you for your trust, Ignacio! We're glad to know your experience was positive. We look forward to your next visit.
Excellent service from Dr. Raúl and his team, all very professional at all times. They even follow up with the patient in a way I hadn't seen with other dentists. Plus, the location is super central.
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Thank you for your trust, Lizzete. It's a pleasure to assist you.
The place is clean and in a great location, and all the staff are very friendly. Dr. Oscar has treated me twice, the first time for a dental cleaning and the second for teeth whitening. He was super professional and attentive. Highly recommended!
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It's a pleasure serving you, Oscar! Thank you for your positive review.
I got recommended to this clinic by a friend and I brought my friends with me, everyone was very welcoming and caring, Dr. Raul, DR. Oscar and Paulina was extra welcoming. Dr Oscar worked with me, I did deep Cleaning and whitening, I was very surprised by the level of his dedication and caring, he took his time kept repeating over some spots that needed more attention. my friends were very happy…
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as well. Dr Raul took care of them and they were very happy and pleased with this Clinic. Thank you guys.
I had a great experience with Dr Barbara, went for a quick consult because I had a really bad tooth ache and she did an amazing job with a temporary fix until I could get an appointment to fix my tooth. I was told in Canada just a few days before my trip to Mexico that they couldn’t do anything temporary to fix the pain that my tooth was broken and I needed a crown as soon as I got back from my…
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trip. Turns out it wasn’t cracked and there was a temporary fix. Dr Barbara relieved my pain and told me my tooth was far from being broken that it was a cracked and missing piece of a filling causing my pain. She was honest about what needed to be done and gave me excellent service at a great price
Excellent service! The attention you receive, as well as that of Dr. Oscar, is outstanding. He performs all his work with great care and passion for his profession. I highly recommend him. 👌 …
Dr. Raúl and Dr. Barbara are excellent professionals and wonderful people. To explain my review, I must tell you that as a child I developed a fear of doctors due to some unkind practices I experienced in my childhood. I was traumatized and terrified of going to a medical appointment, and injections were my biggest fear. For about eight years now, I have been seeing Dr. Raúl and Dr. Barbara, and…
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d my relationship with medicine has changed. They explain all the procedures calmly and accurately, instilling confidence, offering different alternatives, using advanced technology, and constantly updating their skills. They truly have a vocation for service. The office is clean and attractive, and they comply with all health regulations, etc. Congratulations, doctors! Excellent work! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Reply from the clinic
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, Maria. It means a lot to us. It's a pleasure to assist you. We appreciate your trust!
They gave me an excellent dental cleaning and the treatment was exceptional. I highly recommend them.
Both Doctors, Raul and Barbara are simply exceptional. The level of detail and professionalism far exceeds any dental treatment I’ve received in the U.S. I’m from Long Beach, CA, where at a local dentist clinic (that seemed honest), I was charged US$9000 for work done very poorly that could not even be identified in my updated X-rays. I found this practice before traveling to PDC to see if I could…
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d do the rest of my dental work at a more affordable price. Not only the treatment I received was outstanding, but also less than a 1/3 of what I would’ve paid in the U.S. I am eternally grateful for the kind, compassionate and high quality treatment I received at FRESH. Highly recommend!!
Dr. Barbara Vargas Salinas is simply excellent. I've spent all or part of the last five winters in Playa del Carmen and have made lots of local friends. Whenever I need a doctor, I always ask for a local recommendation. Dr. Salinas was highly recommended, and I can see why. She is patient, caring, gentle, and highly skilled. After our initial consult, we discovered that I needed more dental work…
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than anticipated, but I was only going to be in PDC for another week, so Dr. Salinas adjusted her schedule and even asked another patient if they'd be willing to reschedule so that she could complete all the work before I left. That kind of quality, extremely affordable prices, and level of patient care just isn't found in the U.S. You will not go wrong in choosing Dr. Salinas for your dental needs.
I've struggled with dental anxiety and a low pain tolerance for over 20 years. Visiting a new dentist has always been especially difficult, and almost every experience has been more painful than it needed to be—until I met Dr. Gonzalez. He is, without question, the best dentist I’ve ever had. He listened attentively, communicated clearly, and provided truly pain-free care. His humble demeanor…
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and exceptional skill set him apart. I feel incredibly fortunate to have found him.
Dr. Barbara was very attentive and kind. The treatment was quite detailed, but what stands out most is her gentle approach to treatment. She was very empathetic with her patients when it came to providing treatment. Thank you very much.
Reply from the clinic
We appreciate your trust, Diana! It's a pleasure serving you.
Highly recommended! Dr. Raúl is a great professional, and his consultations are always friendly and he provides excellent care. He explains the procedures he will perform in a clear and simple way. I highly recommend him.
Reply from the clinic
It's a pleasure serving you, Magdiel! We appreciate your trust and recommendation. ✨
Highly recommend Dra. Barbara for any dentistry work you may need. I’ve seen her for cleanings, veneers and retainers - she’s been absolutely wonderful and attentive every time. Love being able to easily make appts over WhatsApp as well!
Reply from the clinic
We are grateful for the opportunity to care for your oral health Lauren. Thank you for choosing our office and for your trust in our team
If I could give this place 6 stars, I would!! On day 2 of my 30 day trip to Playa Del Carmen, I cracked a filling and tooth while eating a coconut I bought on the beach (A piece of the shell was stuck to the coconut, and I didn’t see it before I ate it). No travelers insurance, and I’m from the United States, so the first thing that came to mind was ‘ How much will this cost me?’, and my second…
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d thought was ‘How am I going to find a good dentist?’ I read the reviews about Fresh Dental Studio, and it was around the corner from my apartment, so I booked an appointment. $35 (US) for an initial consultation, x-rays, and a temporary seal on the cracked tooth. Returned a week later, had the filling removed/replaced, the tooth repaired and reshaped, and an impression taken for a crown ($290). I return in a week to have the crown put on. Dr. Barbara Andrea Vargas Salinas was FANTASTIC. She explained The procedure beforehand and every step of the way throughout. Her hands are light as a feather, I never once experienced even a moment of pain. I typically get anxious going to the dentist, but beyond the initial fear, I could tell I was in very good hands. I can’t say enough good things about her or Fresh Dental Studio; the staff, facility, workmanship, and price appear to be as good as it gets. Whether you’re a local, a medical tourist, or just find yourself in an emergency situation like I did, You can absolutely count on this fantastic establishment to treat you fairly and properly.
Reply from the clinic
Graham thank you for choosing our office and for your trust in our team. We are grateful for the opportunity to care for your oral health
Dr. Raul did an absolutely amazing job with my dental work, very glad I found him! I came to Playa from Miami to get my dental work done. He found two other small cavities and was able to take care of them the same day. He took his time and did not rush through my procedure. I would recommend his work to anyone traveling from the US for dental work. His costs are very affordable, his work was very…
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thorough and his office was very clean and up to date. Highly highly recommend!! Thank all the staff at Fresh Dental!
Reply from the clinic
Jessica thank you for choosing us as your dental care provider. We value your trust
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