Prof. Dr. Carlos Garcés Dental Implant Center

Prof. Dr. Carlos Garcés DDS is a specialist dental implant clinic located in the Chicó Norte neighborhood of Bogota, Colombia. With over 25 years of clinical experience, the clinic operates as the Centro Internacional de Implantología y Rehabilitación Oral Avanzada, led by Dr. Carlos M. Garcés, a recognized pioneer in immediate load monolithic implant dentistry across Latin America. The clinic is known for its minimally invasive surgical protocols that deliver fixed teeth on implants in as little as 48 hours.

Why Choose Prof. Dr. Carlos Garcés DDS

Dr. Garcés has built his reputation on three core strengths that set this clinic apart from general dental practices in Bogota. First, the clinic's immediate load implant protocol allows patients to receive permanent fixed teeth within 48 hours of surgery, making it an ideal option for visitors who cannot commit to extended treatment timelines. Second, Dr. Garcés specializes in treating complex cases involving patients with severe bone loss and low bone density, using corticobasal implant systems that eliminate the need for bone grafting in most situations. Third, the clinic's minimally invasive approach means procedures are performed without scalpels, sutures, or traditional bone grafts, resulting in reduced swelling and faster recovery. Dr. Garcés is also an international lecturer and professor with ITMMI (International Team of Modern Monolithic Implantology), training dentists across Colombia, Mexico, Argentina, the United States, Spain, and Uruguay.

Treatments and Specialties

Dental implants are the clinic's primary specialty, including single tooth implants, multiple unit bridges, and full arch restorations using the All-on-4 immediate load protocol with monolithic materials. Smile design services combine digital planning with porcelain veneers and ceramic restorations for complete aesthetic transformations. Oral rehabilitation covers prosthetic solutions including fixed bridges, removable dentures, and implant-supported prostheses using materials such as PMMA, monolithic zirconia, and layered ceramics. Advanced orthodontics is provided by Dr. Ángela Páez, a specialist in complex orthodontic cases. The clinic also offers teeth whitening, wisdom tooth extraction, and bruxism and TMJ treatment.

Team and Credentials

Dr. Carlos M. Garcés graduated from the Colegio Odontológico Colombiano in 1997 with a laureate thesis. He holds specialist qualifications in Oral Implantology from CEYESOV and ESIRO Barcelona (Spain), a Master in Implantology and Oral Rehabilitation from ESIRO Barcelona, and advanced training from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in California. He is an active member of ICOI, AAID, SOCI, ACO, and ACPO. Dr. Garcés received the Premio a la Excelencia en Salud 2024 from IOCIM and was named Best Dental Implant Specialist in Colombia in 2023 and 2024. The team also includes Dr. René Escobar Córdoba for general dentistry and dedicated hygienist and administrative support staff.

Facilities and Technology

The clinic uses intraoral digital scanners for precise treatment planning, 3D guided surgery protocols for implant placement, and digital prosthetic design for restorations in monolithic zirconia and high-aesthetic layered ceramics. Digital electronic anesthesia is available for patient comfort, along with sedation services for anxious patients. The clinic maintains rigorous sterilization protocols managed by a dedicated hygienist.

International Patient Services

Prof. Dr. Carlos Garcés DDS regularly treats patients from outside Bogota and from abroad. The clinic's 48-hour immediate load protocol is specifically designed for patients with limited time, including dental tourists and visitors from other Colombian cities. Staff speak Spanish and can coordinate with English-speaking patients. The clinic offers virtual consultations for pre-assessment, allowing international patients to plan their treatment before traveling to Bogota. Patients who already have radiographs or CT scans can bring these to their initial consultation for immediate evaluation.

Location and Access

Prof. Dr. Carlos Garcés DDS is located at Carrera 16 #96-64, Consultorio 703, Oficenter 96, in the Chicó Norte (Barrio Chico) neighborhood of Bogota, Colombia. The clinic is situated in one of Bogota's most established professional districts, approximately 40 minutes from El Dorado International Airport. Opening hours are Monday to Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Friday from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.