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Reviews of Prisma Dental.

San Jose, Costa Rica. 157 aggregated from Google. Screened for duplication and printed as written. They are not visit-verified.

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SmileJet AI analysis

What these reviews add up to.

7.8 out of 10

Overall score

50 reviews read

2 public sources checked

Confidence in the reading: Medium

Last written 25 May 2026

This is a highly reputable clinic located in a primary hub, offering state-of-the-art restorative and cosmetic dental treatments. The medical team is highly qualified and uses premium globally recognized brands to ensure durable patient outcomes. It is fully equipped and well-suited for international dental tourism.

Authenticity

8/10

Baseline 8: website verified. No review manipulation penalty for Google Reviews. Final 8.

Treatment quality

7/10

Baseline 7: reviews and materials analyzed. No deductions applied. Final 7.

Cleanliness

8/10

Baseline 8: hygiene protocols supported by equipment. Final 8.

Team

8/10

Baseline 8: dentist Dr. Josef, Dr. Telma named. Final 8.

Price value

8/10

Baseline 8: transparent and competitive pricing. Final 8.

Tourist suitability

8/10

Baseline 8: tourist support confirmed. Final 8.

What comes up well

  • Led by experienced dental specialists including Dr. Josef
  • Partners with leading laboratories for high-quality restorations
  • Provides solid support for international patients

Points to weigh

  • Marketing claims regarding implant count or savings appear slightly inflated

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.

4.6

out of 5, from 157 reviews

5 139
4 4
3 0
2 3
1 11
Steven Michell via Google 5.0 out of 5
Best dentist ever!! I had four caps done in at home have been in pain for months. With In two days I can eat on both sides: can’t say enough about how great the dentists here are. More work to be done but this is the place I will be going. Everyone is so nice and really care about the work that is done
paul dissinger via Google 5.0 out of 5
The office arranged for my pickup at the airport. After checking in at my hotel I was taken to the office for my appointment. A panorama was taken, then a treatment plan was discussed and agreed upon. Work started immediately. Nine days …
Vanderhoof Chiropractic, Inc. via Google 5.0 out of 5
Any body with (or without teeth in this case) should be a patient of Prisma Dental and in particular Dr. Carolina Nunez. Being a Doctor myself I like to think I can recognize excellence in other health …
Thomas Keller via Google 5.0 out of 5
I highly recommend Prisma Dental. I had 2 extractions and 2 bridges put in. Prisma work has been excellent for me and was completed within one week. They are very friendly and efficient.
Mike Ford via Google 5.0 out of 5
100% satisfied. I'm a bruxer. By my estimates, I was down to about 2-3 millimeters of front teeth. It was brought to my attention too late in life. The enamel was already worn through to the dentin. 24 crowns later, I have new teeth.
Camilo Florez via Google 5.0 out of 5
I cannot begin to express, not only impressed I was with Prisma Dental but how thankful I am for their clinic. To begin with, I have suffered from an underbite, with chipped, crooked teeth my …
j r via Google 5.0 out of 5
A fantastic experience. There are few opportunities to get something better, faster, and cheaper, but dental work here is an exception. Nadine was my dentist and she speaks excellent English and is very attentive to her my needs (I am very …
Michael Howell via Google 5.0 out of 5
I've had bad teeth for as long as I could remember - in fact I basically had a game that I'd play with my dental insurance that I'd call "how fast can I max you out at the start of each year". Last year, I heard someone recommend traveling …
Reply from the clinic

Thank you Michael for sharing you experience! We are thrilled you are pleased with our the dental work done. we hope to see you again :)

Jeff K via Google 5.0 out of 5
I returned after two years (COVID) to continue my dental treatment plan at Prisma Dental. Stage two was a major amount of work to accomplish and once again Prisma Dental did the impossible to complete the treatment. Dr. Nadine and all the …
Reply from the clinic

Dear Jeff, Thank you for leaving us an excellent review! We're thrilled you loved your experience and we appreciate you sharing it for others to know that here at Prisma we truly care for our patients.

Ari Nagar via Google 5.0 out of 5
People believe money buy’s all “ wrong!” My name is Jacob Nagar and I feel very fortunate that I listen my older brother recommendation to try Prisma Dental in San Jose Costa Rica as I had so much of a …
Ruth Cox via Google 5.0 out of 5
Prisma Dental was great!!! Dr. Telma did a beautiful job on my husbands full mouth restoration! Cesar was so helpful with every detail regarding our stay in Costa Rica! Thank you Prisma!!
dobber812 via Google 5.0 out of 5
Five stars because they won't let me give 6. After breaking a tooth, and getting an insanely high quote from a local dentist in FL, I was looking for alternatives. Prisma Dental was recommended by a family member. After calculating the …
Royston Dupont via Google 5.0 out of 5
Bridge First of all they told me they would pick me up from the airport and take me to …
Viki Brown via Google 5.0 out of 5
Dr Josef Cordero and Dr Telma Rubenstein and the entire dental staff were superb for me to receive 2 implants, crowns, whitening and filings. Excellent and amazing professional work was done by Dr Cordero! He sculpted 2 front teeth filings …
Tania Escalona via Google 5.0 out of 5
I cannot thank the staff at Prisma enough they restored my smile and my confidence My husband has used Prisma since 2005 we live in Orlando fl so I was a little …
Clyde Waggoner via Google 5.0 out of 5
“Amazing experience. I have never seen any dentist master the artistry of composite resin the way Dr. Carolina Núñez has!” After thirty years plus as an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon practicing in Denver, Colorado, I think I am qualified to …
Will Briegel via Google 5.0 out of 5
Amazing, amazing, amazing group of talented dentists. I highly recommend Prisma Dental! Lets start by saying the facilities are state-of-the-art with an onsite lab to reduce the amount of time you have to wait to complete your procedure. …
Mike Fagan via Google 5.0 out of 5
Couldn’t say enough about what a wonderful experience it has been. Telma and the entire staff were amazing. Exceed my expectations completely. If you are thinking of dental work Prisma should be your #1 choice.
Vicky Kuperman via Google 5.0 out of 5
Prisma Dental was fantastic and Dr. Nadine Cordero is a prodigy! I had quite a bit of work to get done and they treated me with the utmost respect, care, and expertise from the first minute all the way through. And it ended up being 1/2 the …
jay lloyd via Google 5.0 out of 5
Thank you to the entire Prisma staff for giving me a smile. Dr. Rubinstein, Hazel and Stephanie took really outstanding care of me! I highly recommend Prisma from your dental needs!
P. J. via Google 5.0 out of 5
The absolute best dental cleaning I have ever experienced and a fantastic whitening. Muchas gracias a Dr. Carolina and her wonderful dental technician Sylvia. …
Wenjin Olson via Google 5.0 out of 5
My husband came in 2017 for a full mouth restoration; now I have the same awesome chewing ability comfort and beautiful smile as he has. …
Reply from the clinic

Thank you Wenjin! It was a pleasure treating you at Prisma!

Philip Henson via Google 5.0 out of 5
Simply wonderful. The team at Prisma Dental were so helpful from the very start. Suggestions, quotations were handled with ease from overseas, and we were even collected from the airport. Nothing was too much trouble. Dr Rubinstein and her …
Reply from the clinic

Phillip, we are so grateful for your kind words. Thanks for sharing your review with us and the community. It made our day!

Tayira Mora Black via Google 5.0 out of 5
Many thanks to Prisma Dental, Dr. Telma Rubinstein, and all their staff for the professional and beautiful work they just did for me. This has been even more beautiful after a careful teeth whitening. As always, I have been very satisfied …

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