{"id":12129,"date":"2024-03-11T08:33:28","date_gmt":"2024-03-11T08:33:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/costa-rica-dentist\/"},"modified":"2024-07-19T18:01:45","modified_gmt":"2024-07-19T18:01:45","slug":"costa-rica-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/costa-rica-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Dentists in Costa Rica"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- META DATA --><br \/>\n\tmtctheme_content = &#8220;<div id=\"pagemenu\" class=\"page-menu\"><a href=\"#best_dentists\">Best Dentists<\/a><a href=\"#tips\">Tips<\/a><a href=\"#safety\">Safety<\/a><\/div>rnrn<div id=\"synopsis\" class=\"content-area content-area--synopsis\"><p>Begin your dental vacation by knowing the best dentists in Costa Rica. This read will give you tips on how to find a good dentist and the list of our accredited partner dentists.<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"best_dentists\" class=\"section-heading\">Dental Specialists in Costa Rica<\/h2>\n    rnrn<div class=\"columns\"><div class=\"column\"><p>rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"column\"><p>rn<\/p>\n<ul>rn t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"#implantologists\">Implantologists<\/a><\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"#periodontists\">Periodontists<\/a><\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"column\"><p>rn<\/p>\n<ul>rn t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"#prosthodontists\">Prosthodontists<\/a><\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"#endodontists\">Endodontists<\/a><\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"column\"><p>rn<\/p>\n<ul>rn t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"#maxillofacial_surgeon\">Maxillofacial Surgeon<\/a><\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"#cosmetic_surgeon\">Cosmetic Surgeon<\/a><\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rn<\/p>\n<h3>Implantologists in Costa Rica<\/h3>\n<p>rn<span id=\"implantologists\"><\/span>rnDental implant specialists or implantologists receive specialized training to place implants. When you visit <a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/dental-implants-costa-rica\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Costa Rica for dental implants<\/a>, a periodontist or an oral &amp; maxillofacial surgeon with certification in dental implants will perform your surgery.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    <div class='tippy-tip'>\n    <p class='tippy-name'>Colgate<\/p>\n    <p><strong>Implantologist Credentials<\/strong><\/p>\n    <p><em>'Dental implants can be placed by periodontistsu2026'<\/em><\/p>\n    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.colgate.com\/en-us\/oral-health\/implants\/how-does-an-implantologist-differ-from-a-general-dentist>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    \"><sup>[1]<\/sup><\/span>rn<\/p>\n<table class=\"mtc-table-with-border\">rn<\/p>\n<tbody>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<th style=\"text-align: center\">Implantologist<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<th style=\"text-align: center\">Professional Achievements<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Dr.-Mario-Bonilla.png\" alt=\"Dr. Mario Bonilla | Dentist in Costa Rica\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5><a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/dr-mario-robert-dental-implant-specialist-in-costa-rica\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dr. Mario Robert<\/a><\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>One of the founders of New Smile Dental Group, Costa Rica<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Training at OCO Biomedical Corporate Headquarters, which is known for same-day implants<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Dr.-David-Astua.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. David Astu00faa | Implantologist in Costa Rica\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5>Dr. David Astu00faa<\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>A Costa Rican periodontist and a dental implant specialist<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>With 10+ years of experience, the dentist continues to update his educationu00a0[Research at the IADR Congress, 2016]<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Dr.dasheil.png\" alt=\"Dr. Dasheil Carr | Implantologist in Costa Rica\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5>Dr. Dashiel Carr<\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Member of the Costa Rican Dental Association<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Invited Instructor to the Six Months Implant Program of Costa Rica<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/tbody>\n<p>rn<\/table>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<h3>Periodontists in Costa Rica<\/h3>\n<p>rn<span id=\"periodontists\"><\/span>rnA periodontist specializes in diseases that affect gums and other supporting structures around teeth. With relevant certification, your Costa Rica periodontist can also place dental implants.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    <div class='tippy-tip'>\n    <p class='tippy-name'>Wweb MD<\/p>\n    <p><strong>Periodontist<\/strong><\/p>\n    <p><em>'A periodontist may perform the following procedures: simple and deep pocket cleanings, root planing, crown lengthening procedures, soft tissue and\/or bone graftingu2026 and implant placement.'<\/em><\/p>\n    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/oral-health\/oral-health-care-providers#3-11>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    \"><sup>[2]<\/sup><\/span>rn<\/p>\n<table class=\"mtc-table-with-border\">rn<\/p>\n<tbody>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<th style=\"text-align: center\">Periodontist<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<th style=\"text-align: center\">Professional Achievements<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-56610 size-full\" title=\"Dr. Silvia Odio | Dentist in Costa Rica\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2019\/11\/Dr.-Silvia-Odio.png\" alt=\"Dr. Silvia Odio | Dentist in Costa Rica\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5><a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/dr-silvia-odio-toledo-periodontist-in-costa-rica\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dr. Silvia Odio<\/a><\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>13+ years of experience<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Advanced Bone Grafting Cadaveric Course, New York Zimmer Biomet Institute, 2017<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-56613\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2019\/11\/Dr.-Eduardo.png\" alt=\"Dr. Eduardo- Periodontist in Costa Rica\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5>Dr. Eduardo Gazel<\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Specialist in Periodontics, Pontifical Xavierian University, Colombia, 2017<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Various national and international conferences in Osseointegration and Periodontics<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/tbody>\n<p>rn<\/table>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<h3>Prosthodontists in Costa Rica<\/h3>\n<p>rn<span id=\"prosthodontists\"><\/span>rnA prosthodontist specializes in dealing with concerns related to damaged or missing teeth. They understand different materials of dental prostheses that suit patient needs.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    <div class='tippy-tip'>\n    <p class='tippy-name'>Web MD<\/p>\n    <p><strong>Prosthodontist<\/strong><\/p>\n    <p><em>'A prosthodontist is the oral health care provider who specializes in the repair of natural teeth and\/or the replacement of missing teethu2026 with artificial substitute'<\/em><\/p>\n    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/oral-health\/oral-health-care-providers#3-12>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    \"><sup>[3]<\/sup><\/span>rn<\/p>\n<table class=\"mtc-table-with-border\">rn<\/p>\n<tbody>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<th>Prosthodontist<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<th>Professional Achievements<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-56616 size-full\" title=\"Dr. Vielka Paniagua | Prosthodontist in Costa Rica\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2019\/11\/Dr.-Vielka-Paniagua.png\" alt=\"Dr. Vielka Paniagua | Prosthodontist in Costa Rica\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5><a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/dr-vielka-paniagua-prosthdontist-in-costa-rica\/\">Dr. Vielka Paniagua<\/a><\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>11+ years of experience<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Implantology Course, Cadaver Course, Zimmer institute (New Yersey), 2014<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/tbody>\n<p>rn<\/table>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<h3>Endodontist in Costa Rica<\/h3>\n<p>rn<span id=\"endodontists\"><\/span>rnAn endodontist holds expertise in treating problems related to a tooth&#8217;s dental pulp. For better understanding, if you need root canal treatment, you will need to see an endodontist.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    <div class='tippy-tip'>\n    <p class='tippy-name'>Web MD<\/p>\n    <p><strong>Endodontist<\/strong><\/p>\n    <p><em>'An endodontist is the dental specialist concerned with the causes, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and injuries of the human dental pulp or the nerve of the tooth.'<\/em><\/p>\n    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/oral-health\/oral-health-care-providers#1-4>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    \"><sup>[4]<\/sup><\/span>rn<\/p>\n<table class=\"mtc-table-with-border\">rn<\/p>\n<tbody>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<th style=\"text-align: center\">Endodontist<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<th style=\"text-align: center\">Professional Achievements<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-56624 size-full\" title=\"Dr. Mariela | Endodontist in Costa Rica\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2019\/11\/Dr.-Mariela.png\" alt=\"Dr. Mariela | Endodontist in Costa Rica\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5><a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/dr-mariela-berthau-endodontist-in-costa-rica\/\">Dr. Mariela Berthau<\/a><\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>5+ years of experience<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Specialization in Endodontics, Latin University of Costa Rica, 2013<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-56625\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2019\/11\/Dr.-Luis-Camacho.png\" alt=\"Dr. Luis Camacho - Endodontist in Costa Rica\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5>Dr. Luis Camacho<\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Private practice dedicated exclusively to endodontics (root canal) since 2011.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>More than 3500 treatments performed<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/tbody>\n<p>rn<\/table>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<h3>Maxillofacial Surgeon in Costa Rica<\/h3>\n<p>rn&nbsp;rnrnOne of the most common maxillofacial surgeries include wisdom tooth extraction.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    <div class='tippy-tip'>\n    <p class='tippy-name'>Colgate<\/p>\n    <p><strong>Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons<\/strong><\/p>\n    <p><em>'u2026removal of impacted wisdom teeth is probably one of the most common forms of oral maxillofacial surgery people undergo'<\/em><\/p>\n    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.colgate.com\/en-us\/oral-health\/adult-oral-care\/oral-maxillofacial-surgery-and-the-oral-and-maxillofacial-surgeon>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    \"><sup>[5]<\/sup><\/span>u00a0Your Costa Rica Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon can help you get better oral health and aesthetics.<strong>rn<\/strong>rn<\/p>\n<table class=\"mtc-table-with-border\">rn<\/p>\n<tbody>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<th style=\"text-align: center\">Maxillofacial-Sr.<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<th style=\"text-align: center\">Professional Achievements<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61157 size-full\" title=\"Dr. Allan Vargas | Maxillofacial Surgeon in Costa Rica\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2020\/09\/Dr.-Allan-Vargas.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Allan Vargas | Maxillofacial Surgeon in Costa Rica\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center\">Dr. Allan Vargas<\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>14+ years of experience in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>D.D.S, 2002; Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Program, 2007<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61158 size-full\" title=\"Dr. Daniel Rodru00edguez | Dentist in Costa Rica\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2020\/09\/Dr.-Daniel-Rodriguez.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Daniel Rodru00edguez | Dentist in Costa Rica\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5>Dr. D. Rodru00edguez<\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>D.D.S, 2009; Specialization in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2015<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Member of Mexican Council of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and Costa Rican Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/tbody>\n<p>rn<\/table>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<h3>Cosmetic Dentists in Costa Rica<\/h3>\n<p>rn&nbsp;rnrnCosmetic dentistry helps to improve the aesthetics of your face by working on the oral cavity.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    <div class='tippy-tip'>\n    <p class='tippy-name'>Colgate<\/p>\n    <p><strong>Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures<\/strong><\/p>\n    <p><em>'Cosmetic dentistry is a method of professional oral care that focuses on improving the appearance of your mouth, teeth and smile.'<\/em><\/p>\n    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.colgate.com\/en-us\/oral-health\/dental-visits\/five-types-of-cosmetic-dentistry-procedures>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    \"><sup>[6]<\/sup><\/span>u00a0Modifications in mouth, teeth, and smile can and do help many feel more confidant with themselves.rn<\/p>\n<table class=\"mtc-table-with-border\">rn<\/p>\n<tbody>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<th style=\"text-align: center\">Cosmetic Dentist<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<th style=\"text-align: center\">Professional Achievements<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61160 size-full\" title=\"Dr. Cicely Campos | Cosmetic Dentist in Costa Rica\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2020\/09\/Dr.-Cicely-Campos.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Cicely Campos | Cosmetic Dentist in Costa Rica\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center\">Dr. Cicely<\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Licensed cosmetic dentist in Costa Rica [310006]<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>D.D.S., 2005; Diploma in Dental Aesthetics and Prosthetic Rehabilitation, 2010; International Certificate in Butolinic Toxin and Hyaluronic Acid, 2016<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/tbody>\n<p>rn<\/table>\n<p>rn\n    <h2 id=\"\" class=\"section-heading\">Is it safe to have dental surgery in Costa Rica?<\/h2>\n    rnrnThere is always some risk associated with dental surgeries. The best way to be safe while getting your <a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/dental-tourism-in-costa-rica\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dental treatment in Costa Rica<\/a> is to research and know your dentist well. A good dentist will be able to handle complications in your dental surgery successfully.rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"tips\" class=\"section-heading\">How do I find a good dentist in Costa Rica?<\/h2>\n    rnrnHere are 3 tips to help you find the best dentists in Costa Rica:rn<\/p>\n<h3>Find English-speaking dentists<\/h3>\n<p>rnThis will ensure you don&#8217;t miss anything important said by the dentist.rn<\/p>\n<h3>Do they have the relevant qualification and certifications?<\/h3>\n<p>rnA general dentist in Costa Rica will have completed a 3 &#8211; 5 year dental program in a dental school. They would have a D.D.S. (Doctor of Dental Surgery), or a D.M.D. (Doctor of Dental Medicine) degree.rnrnDental specialists like periodontists, prosthodontists, endodontists, and maxillofacial surgeons would have completed a 2 &#8211; 6 year post-graduation as per their specialty. In addition to these precursors, you should prefer dentists in Costa Rica who regularly attend international trainings, conferences, or seminars.rn<\/p>\n<h3>Are they experienced?<\/h3>\n<p>rnIt will help to get your treatment from a dentist who has dental tourism experience. Costa Rica has good reputation as a dental tourism destination.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    <div class='tippy-tip'>\n    <p class='tippy-name'>Nature World News<\/p>\n    <p><strong>Costa Rica: The Best Option For Dental Tourism Post Covid-19<\/strong><\/p>\n    <p><em>'Costa Rica has one of the best or the best health system in the region because it invests more than 9% of annual GDP to improve the health system, which works in a very articulated way.'<\/em><\/p>\n    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.natureworldnews.com\/articles\/43916\/20200613\/costa-rica-the-best-option-for-dental-tourism-post-covid-19.htm>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    \"><sup>[7]<\/sup><\/span>u00a0You will find that some dentists treat international patients more as compared to other dentists.rnrnFurther, you can ask your dentist how many times have they performed the procedure you want to get done from them.rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"safety\" class=\"section-heading\">What is the status of quality and hygiene at dental clinics in Costa Rica?<\/h2>\n    rnrnNot all dental clinics in Costa Rica maintain standards of quality and hygiene. You can ask these 3 questions to the clinic before finalizing them for your treatment:rn<\/p>\n<h3>Are you certified by any national or international dental certification bodies?<\/h3>\n<p>rnSome of these organizations are American Dental Association (ADA), International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), and Colegio de Dentistas Cirujanos (CCDCR)rn<\/p>\n<h3>Do you have an in-house dental lab?<\/h3>\n<p>rnAn in-house dental lab reduces the turn-over time and improves patient&#8217;s dental experience.rn<\/p>\n<h3>Do you adhere to international sterilization protocols?<\/h3>\n<p>rnDental clinics with standard sterilization protocols put patient safety above all else. You can also ask if they have a dedicated sterilization room.rnrn<div class=\"content-area content-area--reference\">rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"\" class=\"section-heading\">References<\/h2>\n    rn<\/p>\n<ol>rn t<\/p>\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.colgate.com\/en-us\/oral-health\/cosmetic-dentistry\/implants\/how-does-an-implantologist-differ-from-a-general-dentist\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Colgate: Implantologist Vs General Dentist<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.colgate.com\/en-us\/oral-health\/life-stages\/adult-oral-care\/oral-maxillofacial-surgery-and-the-oral-and-maxillofacial-surgeon-0315\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Colgate: Oral Maxillofacial Surgery<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.colgate.com\/en-us\/oral-health\/life-stages\/adult-oral-care\/five-types-of-cosmetic-dentistry-procedures-0415\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Colgate: Five Types of Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/oral-health\/guide\/oral-health-care-providers#1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WebMD: Dentists, Orthodontists, and Other Dental Specialists<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.natureworldnews.com\/articles\/43916\/20200613\/costa-rica-the-best-option-for-dental-tourism-post-covid-19.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Nature World News: The Best Option For Dental Tourism<\/em><\/a><\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ol>\n<p>rn<\/div>rnrn<div class=\"cta cta--post\"><h2>Transform your smile today!<\/h2><h3>Find top dentists in Costa Rica<\/h3><a href=\"\/request-quote\" class=\"cta_button btn\">Get started<\/a><\/div>&#8221;<br \/>\n\t\t\tmtctheme_title = &#8220;Best Dentists in Costa Rica&#8221;<br \/>\n\t\t\tmtctheme_synopsis = &#8220;Begin your dental vacation by knowing the best dentists in Costa Rica. 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