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About Escazu

Why Choose Escazu for Dental Care

Escazú is Costa Rica's most upscale municipality and a premium dental tourism destination, popular with US/Canadian expats and visitors seeking top-tier dental care in the Central Valley. SmileJet has verified 10 clinics in Escazú, maintaining an exceptional 4.9 average rating across 936 patient reviews. Top-rated practices include Admira Dental Escazú and other premium clinics across Escazú's San Rafael, San Antonio, and central districts. Costa Rican dentists train at Universidad de Costa Rica with many holding US specialty certifications. Premium clinics use Straumann, Nobel Biocare, BioHorizons, and IPS E.max materials. Escazú is just 10 minutes from San José city centre and 20 minutes from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), with substantial American/Canadian expat retiree community providing English-first cultural infrastructure. Savings of 50-70% versus US prices.

What makes Escazu work

Why International Patients Choose Escazu

Major savings

Escazu clinics typically run 60 to 80 percent below US, UK, and Australian prices for the same materials and brands.

Internationally trained dentists

Leading Escazu dentists have training and case experience from the US, EU, Australia, Japan, and Korea.

Modern facilities

CBCT 3D imaging, CAD/CAM milling, and in-house dental labs. Many clinics hold ISO 9001 certification.

Easy to reach

Escazu is well-connected by international flights with short transfers to most partner clinics.

Clinics in Escazu

19 Verified Clinics in Escazu

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Dentavac Dental Clinic dental clinic in Escazu

Dentavac Dental Clinic

Escazu, Costa Rica

4.9 (85 reviews)

Dentavac Dental Clinic in Escazú, San José, Costa Rica, offers comprehensive dental care with 28+ years of experience, 10,000+ patients treated, and specialized team.

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DENTAL AVENUE dental clinic in Escazu

DENTAL AVENUE

Escazu, Costa Rica

4.9 (73 reviews)

DENTAL AVENUE is a multidisciplinary dental clinic in Escazú, San José, Costa Rica, led by Dr. Fernanda Da Cruz. It specializes in same-day dental implants and offers advanced laser technology for comprehensive dental care.

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Gama Dental dental clinic in Escazu

Gama Dental

Escazu, Costa Rica

4.8 (31 reviews)

Gama Dental is a general dentistry clinic in San José, Costa Rica, located in Escazú near Plaza Atlantis. It offers comprehensive dental services with experienced dentists and convenient online appointment booking.

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Mario Garita MP Dental Experience dental clinic in Escazu

Mario Garita MP Dental Experience

Escazu, Costa Rica

4.8 (147 reviews)

Mario Garita MP Dental Experience in San José, Costa Rica, specializes in dental implants under Dr. Mario Garita. American Embassy-recognized provider offering advanced cosmetic dentistry.

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America Dental - Escazú, San José dental clinic in Escazu

America Dental - Escazú, San José

Escazu, Costa Rica

4.8 (83 reviews)

America Dental in Escazú, San José, Costa Rica, specializes in biological and holistic dentistry with 22+ years of experience. IAOMT-certified with advanced laser technology.

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Dental Clinic Smile Retreat By Tabash Dentistry dental clinic in Escazu

Dental Clinic Smile Retreat By Tabash Dentistry

Escazu, Costa Rica

4.7 (26 reviews)

Smile Retreat by Tabash Dentistry is a cosmetic and implant dental clinic in San José, Costa Rica, founded in 2005 by Dr. Alberto Tabash. Uses Straumann implants; saves patients up to 70% vs. North America.

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Clinica Veterinaria Dr. Astua dental clinic in Escazu

Clinica Veterinaria Dr. Astua

Escazu, Costa Rica

4.4 (44 reviews)

Veterinary clinic in Escazu, Costa Rica, specializing in animal dentistry, surgery, and exotic animal care under Dr. Astua.

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What Patients Say About Dental Care in Escazu

I have been going to Kriebel Dental for a couple of years now and a great experience. OK, no one wants to go, but to be treated with care and professionalism makes the trip no one wants to do good :)

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Mike Beard

Kriebel Dental

I have been a patient of Kriebel Dental for 42 years. Under the leadership of Dr. Mariano Kriebel, they continue to provide detailed consultations, pain-free treatments, modern standards, good organization (appointments...

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Wilhelm Michel

Kriebel Dental

I really want to share my experience as a patient at Kribel Dental. It has been excellent; they are super professional, careful, and attentive to how we are doing. Thank you so much to all the staff at Kribel Dental.

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Maria Beeche

Kriebel Dental

Common questions

Escazu Dental FAQs

Everything you need to know before booking treatment in Escazu.

Why choose Escazú for dental tourism?
Escazú offers Costa Rica's most upscale residential/medical district with premium clinics serving the substantial American/Canadian expat community plus international dental tourists. English fluency is universal. Just 10 min from San José and 20 min from SJO airport. Premium experience at 50-70% savings vs US prices. Particularly suited to first-time dental tourists seeking comfortable, US-style clinical environment.
Escazú vs San José for dental work?
Escazú is more upscale and premium-positioned, with newer modern clinics serving the wealthy expat community. San José city centre has more clinics and slightly lower prices. Same Costa Rican clinical quality at both. Choose Escazú for premium experience with US-friendly cultural environment; San José city for value with broader clinic selection.
How much does dental work cost in Escazú?
Single dental implants cost USD $1,000-$1,600 in Escazú vs USD $3,500 US. Porcelain veneers USD $500-$800 per tooth vs USD $1,800. Zirconia crowns USD $450-$700. All-on-4 full-arch implants USD $11,500-$15,500 per arch vs USD $25,000-$30,000 US. Savings of 50-65% — slightly above San José city prices reflecting Escazú's premium positioning.
Do Escazú dentists speak English?
Yes — universally and fluently. Escazú serves the substantial American/Canadian expat retiree community plus international dental tourists. Many dentists trained in the US (Texas, California, NYU) or maintain US continuing education. Treatment plans, consent forms, and aftercare instructions are provided in English. Many dentists are bilingual or native English speakers.
How long do I need to stay in Escazú for dental work?
Veneers and crowns typically need 5-7 days across 2-3 appointments. Dental implants require 7-10 days for placement, with a return visit 4-6 months later for the final crown. All-on-4 full-arch implants take 10-14 days. Costa Rica's famous rainforest tours (Monteverde, Arenal Volcano), Pacific/Caribbean beaches, and coffee country day trips make extended stays exceptional.
Is Escazú safe for dental tourism?
Yes — exceptionally so. Escazú is consistently ranked among Latin America's safest upscale areas, comparable to suburban Miami or San Diego. The substantial American/Canadian expat community provides cultural familiarity. Walkable shopping centres (Multiplaza, Avenida Escazú), premium hotels, and English-speaking infrastructure make Escazú particularly comfortable for first-time dental tourists or older patients.
How do I get to Escazú for dental work?
Fly to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) — 20 minutes drive to Escazú. SJO has direct flights from Miami, Houston, Dallas, Atlanta, New York, LA, Toronto, Madrid, Mexico City, and other major cities. Airport-Escazú by taxi (USD $25-30) or pre-arranged shuttle. Many clinics offer complimentary airport transfers.
What implant brands do Escazú clinics use?
Top Escazú clinics use Straumann (Switzerland), Nobel Biocare (Sweden), BioHorizons (US), Zimmer Biomet (US), MIS (Israel), and Neodent (Brazil/Straumann). IPS E.max (Ivoclar Vivadent) and Zirconia BruxZir are standard for crowns and veneers. These are identical to US dental office brands. Premium clinics use in-house CAD/CAM milling. Material certificates provided with treatment.
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