Laser Dental Clinic

Laser Dental Clinic is a dental practice established in 1983 at Plaza Pioneros, Local L-7, Boulevard Lazaro Cardenas 2501, El Medano Ejidal, Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico. Plaza Pioneros is a major commercial hub on the main avenue of Cabo San Lucas with over 100 stores, restaurants, hotels, and professional services. The clinic is approximately 200 to 300 meters from Playa El Medano, the main beach of Cabo San Lucas, and four blocks from the downtown core. The clinic can be reached at +52 624 143-0579 and by email at [email protected].

Founder and Clinical History

Dr. Roberto J. Altamira Gonzalez founded the practice in 1983, making it one of the longest-established dental clinics in Cabo San Lucas. Dr. Altamira holds a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) and subsequently returned to UNAM as a professor. He has practiced in Cabo San Lucas for more than 30 years, during which time the city has grown from a small fishing village into one of Mexico's premier international resort destinations. Over the course of his career he has specialized in dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, and oral surgery, and is certified in the Chao Pinhole Surgical Technique for gum rejuvenation. In 2025 the clinic received a WhatClinic Customer Service Award, with a ServiceScore of 9.7 from 154 verified patient interactions and a 4.7-star average rating from 15 patient reviews on the platform. Dr. Altamira is recognized by the Mexican Dentistry Association.

Laser Dentistry

The clinic was the first in the Los Cabos area to introduce state-of-the-art dental laser technology, and laser dentistry remains its defining specialty. Dra. Patricia J. Carrillo, who studied at the Universidad de Los Mochis in Sinaloa and holds a Master's degree specifically in Laser Dentistry, leads the laser dentistry program. Laser applications at the clinic include decay removal without anesthesia through laser tissue ablation, soft tissue surgery for gum contouring and gingivectomy, hard tissue procedures for bone contouring in implant preparation, laser-assisted professional teeth whitening, and tissue sterilization and disinfection. The advantages of laser dentistry over conventional drills and scalpels include reduced need for anesthesia, minimal bleeding, faster tissue healing, and greater precision in targeting affected tissue without impacting surrounding structures. The clinic treats this laser capability as its primary differentiator in the Cabo San Lucas dental market.

Dental Implants

Implant placement uses the Nobel Guide computer-guided implant system, which uses 3D imaging to plan the exact position, angle, and depth of each implant before surgery begins and produces a surgical guide that directs the drill during placement. This reduces surgical variability and improves accuracy, particularly in cases with complex bone anatomy or where implants must be positioned to support a specific prosthetic design. Dr. Luis F. Carmona, who specializes in implantology and prosthodontics, supports Dr. Altamira on complex implant and restorative cases. Bone grafting is available for patients who require bone augmentation before implant placement due to resorption or insufficient bone volume at the planned implant site.

Gum Rejuvenation

The Chao Pinhole Surgical Technique is a minimally invasive alternative to conventional gum grafting for patients with gum recession. Rather than cutting and transplanting tissue from the palate, the pinhole technique repositions existing gum tissue through a small entry point, avoiding the graft harvest wound and significantly reducing recovery time. Dr. Altamira holds certification in the technique, which he deploys alongside the clinic's laser capabilities for comprehensive soft tissue management.

Cosmetic and Restorative Services

Porcelain veneers, composite bonding, and smile design are available for cosmetic transformation cases. Laser-assisted professional whitening achieves lightening results within a single session. Dental crowns, bridges, and dentures address restorative and prosthodontic needs. Root canal therapy, conventional and surgical tooth extraction including wisdom teeth, fillings, and professional cleaning round out the general and restorative service range. Orthodontic treatment with Invisalign and conventional braces is also offered.

Patient Services

The clinic is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 in the morning to 7:00 in the evening, and Saturday from 9:00 in the morning to 2:00 in the afternoon. Bilingual English and Spanish service is available for international patients. The El Medano and Plaza Pioneros location gives patients access to Cabo San Lucas beach and downtown dining within walking distance of their appointment. The clinic is featured on multiple medical tourism platforms and maintains a Facebook presence at OdontoCabo and an Instagram at @altamiradentalclinic where patient case galleries and clinical updates are regularly published.