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Kaver Dental Clinic is a long-established practice in San José, Costa Rica, focused on cosmetic smile makeovers, dental implants, crowns and veneers, dentures, and full-mouth rehabilitation. Founded by Dr. Luis Kaver, a pioneer in Costa Rican cosmetic dentistry, the clinic combines experienced specialists, modern equipment, and a fully owned on-site laboratory to deliver efficient, coordinated care for international patients.
You can expect bilingual coordination in English and Spanish, clear treatment timelines, and written aftercare. Many cosmetic cases finish in days thanks to the on-site lab. Implant treatments are generally two-stage: placement, healing, and final teeth. Sending recent X-rays or CT scans before you travel helps the team confirm options, costs, and timing at your first visit.
Fly into SJO, Juan SantamarÃa International Airport. Rides to central San José typically take about 20–35 minutes by authorized airport taxi or Uber, depending on traffic.
Where to stay: Numerous hotels are within short rideshare distance. Your advisor can suggest convenient areas and share the GPS pin for smooth arrival.
Dental Departures Customer Care can coordinate quotes, share availability, and sequence appointments around your travel free of charge.
Guarantees are typically procedure-specific, often covering lab-made work such as crowns, veneers, and bridges, plus implant components for a defined period. Coverage usually requires routine maintenance and following written aftercare. Before treatment, Dental Departures can request the clinic’s current written warranty for your exact plan, including what is covered, duration, how repairs or replacements are handled, and any exclusions, such as missed follow-ups.
The clinic is in central San José, close to hotels, shopping, and restaurants. From SJO Airport, take an authorized airport taxi or Uber. The ride usually takes about 20–35 minutes depending on traffic. After booking, your advisor can send the exact GPS location plus tips on nearby hotel zones that minimize travel time between appointments.
Clinics catering to international patients generally accept cash and major credit or debit cards. Some larger plans may allow bank transfers. Because card brands, any processor fees, and potential cash discounts can change, your advisor can confirm the exact accepted methods for your dates and note any deposit needed to reserve lab time or surgical blocks.
You can expect English and Spanish support at reception and chairside. Tell Dental Departures your preference when booking so they can schedule you with an English-speaking dentist or coordinator and prepare bilingual consent and aftercare documents.
Most implant plans are two-stage. Stage 1, implant placement, typically fits into 3–7 days with short checks. Stage 2, the abutment and final teeth, occurs after healing, also called osseointegration. If bone grafting or a sinus lift is required, timelines extend. Dental Departures can map visits around your travel and discuss temporary or provisional teeth while you heal.
Yes. The in-house laboratory helps shorten turnaround for crowns, veneers, bridges, and many cosmetic cases. For single-tooth work or small smile zones, results can often be delivered in a few days, while larger rehabilitations are sequenced to keep chair time efficient.
Yes. Your Dental Departures team can coordinate airport-to-hotel transport through trusted providers and suggest nearby hotels based on your schedule and budget. Share your flight details so the team can align transport with your appointment plan.
| Procedure | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| All-on-Six System with fixed Porcelain bridge | USD 16,000 | |
| Bone graft (large) | USD 800 USD 2,000 | |
| Bone graft (small) | USD 350 USD 1,500 | |
Implant Supported Overdenture, removable (with 2 implants)Additional Notes$1500+ Locator attachments | USD 3,250 USD 6,900 | 3 - 10 days |
Implant Supported Overdenture, removable (with 4 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8-10 days. Please note that in order to be a candidate for implants, ideal bone condition is required, and should bone grafts and/or sinus lifts be required for implants placement, additional time may be required. Inquire further for your case. | USD 6,500 USD 12,300 | 3 - 10 days |
Implant Supported Overdenture, removable (with 6 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8-10 days. Please note that in order to be a candidate for implants, ideal bone condition is required, and should bone grafts and/or sinus lifts be required for implants placement, additional time may be required. Inquire further for your case. | USD 9,750 USD 17,700 | 3 - 10 days |
Implant Supported Overdenture, removable (with 8 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8-10 days. Please note that in order to be a candidate for implants, ideal bone condition is required, and should bone grafts and/or sinus lifts be required for implants placement, additional time may be required. Inquire further for your case. | USD 13,000 USD 23,000 | 3 - 10 days |
Implants Supported Porcelain Bridge, Full Arch (with 4 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8-10 days. Please note that in order to be a candidate for implants, ideal bone condition is required, and should bone grafts and/or sinus lifts be required for implants placement, additional time may be required. Inquire further for your case. | USD 14,000 USD 24,000 | 3 - 10 days |
Implants Supported Porcelain Bridge, Full Arch (with 6 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8-10 days. Please note that in order to be a candidate for implants, ideal bone condition is required, and should bone grafts and/or sinus lifts be required for implants placement, additional time may be required. Inquire further for your case. | USD 17,850 USD 28,000 | 3 - 10 days |
Implants Supported Porcelain Bridge, Full Arch (with 8 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8-10 days. Please note that in order to be a candidate for implants, ideal bone condition is required, and should bone grafts and/or sinus lifts be required for implants placement, additional time may be required. Inquire further for your case. | USD 21,700 USD 32,000 | 3 - 10 days |
| Sinus lifting | USD 1,500 USD 4,000 | |
Standard Implant Crown (including abutment)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8 days. Please note that in order to be a candidate for implants, ideal bone condition is required, and should bone grafts and/or sinus lifts be required for implants placement, additional time may be required. Inquire further for your case. | USD 950 USD 3,850 | 8 days |
Standard Titanium Dental Implant (implant only)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8 days. Please note that in order to be a candidate for implants, ideal bone condition is required, and should bone grafts and/or sinus lifts be required for implants placement, additional time may be required. Inquire further for your case. | USD 1,100 USD 2,200 | 5 days |
Titanium Dental Implant (including abutment and standard crown)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8 days. Please note that in order to be a candidate for implants, ideal bone condition is required, and should bone grafts and/or sinus lifts be required for implants placement, additional time may be required. Inquire further for your case. | USD 1,725 USD 3,900 | |
| Zirconia Crown on implant (including abutment) | USD 1,050 |
| Procedure | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
Composite Veneer (direct bonding)Additional NotesComposite veneers can usually be done in one visit, for extensive cases, multiple visits may be required. Inquire further for your case | USD 250 - USD 300 USD 250 | 1 - 2 days |
Full Porcelain/Ceramic CrownAdditional Notes5-8 days are required for 1-5 crowns, 8-10 days required for 6+ crowns, and 10 days for full mouth crowns. | USD 710 USD 1,050 | 5 - 10 days |
Porcelain Fused to Gold CrownAdditional Notes5-8 days are required for 1-5 crowns, 8-10 days required for 6+ crowns, and 10 days for full mouth crowns. | USD 800 USD 1,600 | 5 - 10 days |
Porcelain Fused to Metal Crown (precious alloy)Additional Notes5-8 days are required for 1-5 crowns, 8-10 days required for 6+ crowns, and 10 days for full mouth crowns. | USD 600 USD 1,300 | 5 - 10 days |
Porcelain Fused to Metal Crown (standard alloy)Additional Notes5-8 days are required for 1-5 crowns, 8-10 days required for 6+ crowns, and 10 days for full mouth crowns. | USD 450 USD 1,000 | 5 - 10 days |
Porcelain VeneerAdditional Notes5 days are required for 1-5 veneers and 8 days required for 6+ veneers. | USD 710 USD 1,486 | 5 - 8 days |
Zirconia CrownAdditional Notes5-8 days are required for 1-5 crowns, 8-10 days required for 6+ crowns, and 10 days for full mouth crowns. | USD 710 USD 1,600 | 5 - 10 days |
| Zirconia Veneer | USD 710 USD 1,400 | 5 - 10 days |
| Procedure | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
Full Denture, Acrylic Teeth (upper or lower)Additional NotesIf NO extractions are first required 5 days are needed for completion, if extractions ARE first required, 8 days are needed for completion. | USD 1,200 USD 1,800 | 5 - 8 days |
Full Denture, Immediate or Healing (upper or lower)Additional NotesIf NO extractions are first required 5 days are needed for completion, if extractions ARE first required, 8 days are needed for completion. | USD 400 USD 1,500 | 5 - 8 days |
| Full Denture, Porcelain Teeth (upper or lower) | USD 1,500 USD 2,200 | 5 - 8 days |
Partial Denture, Acrylic FrameAdditional NotesIf NO extractions are first required 5 days are needed for completion, if extractions ARE first required, 8 days are needed for completion. | USD 1,800 - USD 2,000 USD 1,200 | 5 - 8 days |
Partial Denture, Metal FrameAdditional NotesIf NO extractions are first required 5 days are needed for completion, if extractions ARE first required, 8 days are needed for completion. | USD 1,500 USD 1,300 | 5 - 8 days |
Temporary Partial or FlipperAdditional NotesTemporaries can usually be done in one visit, for complex cases, more time may be required for adustment. Inquire further for your case. | USD 400 USD 450 | 1 day |
| Procedure | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Post/Core Build-up | USD 200 USD 400 | 1 day |
Root canal (molar)Additional NotesRoot canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. For a root canal and temporary crown/filling 1 day is required. For a root canal treatment including the post & core build up and permanent crown restoration, 5 days are required. Root canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. Inquire further for your case. | USD 310 USD 1,350 | 1 - 5 days |
Root canal (anterior tooth)Additional NotesRoot canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. For a root canal and temporary crown/filling 1 day is required. For a root canal treatment including the post & core build up and permanent crown restoration, 5 days are required. Root canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. Inquire further for your case. | USD 270 USD 800 | 1 - 5 days |
Root canal (premolar)Additional NotesRoot canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. For a root canal and temporary crown/filling 1 day is required. For a root canal treatment including the post & core build up and permanent crown restoration, 5 days are required. Root canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. Inquire further for your case. | USD 290 USD 1,150 | 1 - 5 days |
Root Canal Treatment (including post/core & standard crown)Additional NotesFor a root canal treatment, including the post & core build up and permanent crown restoration, 5 days are required. Root canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. Inquire further for your case. | USD 900 - USD 945 USD 2,200 | 5 days |
| Procedure | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
Composite FillingAdditional NotesFillings can usually be done in one appointment. If many fillings are required, several hours of treatment may be required. For your comfort, you may wish to divide treatment into several visits, or the clinical schedule may require such. Inquire further for your case. | USD 100 - USD 250 USD 202 | 1 day |
Deep Cleaning, Scaling & Root Planing (per quadrant)Additional NotesPeriodontal deep cleaning, scaling & root planing can usually be completed in one day. You may need to split this treatment into multiple visits based on the extent of your care and the availability of the periodontist. Inquire further for your case. | USD 200 USD 200 | 1 day |
Extraction (simple)Additional NotesSimple extractions can usually be completed in one visit. Should you require commencement of antibiotics prior to extraction, require many extractions, or require cessation of blood thinning medication, your care may require several visits. Inquire further for your case. | USD 100 USD 175 | 1 day |
Extraction (surgical or impacted)Additional NotesComplicated or surgical extractions can usually be completed in one visit. Consultation is first required. Should you require commencement of antibiotics prior to extraction, require many extractions, or require cessation of blood thinning medication, your care may require several visits. Follow up(s) for check-up of healing and/or removal of sutures may be required. Inquire further for your case. | USD 300 USD 563 | |
| Inlay/Onlay | USD 710 USD 900 | |
Laser Teeth WhiteningAdditional NotesLaser teeth whitening usually takes about 1-2 hours to complete, and most patients experience a change a 7-9 shades in tooth coloration. | USD 315 USD 496 | 1 day |
Regular Teeth CleaningAdditional NotesRegular teeth cleaning can be completed in one appoinment. | USD 110 USD 127 | 1 day |
| Teeth Whitening | USD 315 | 1 day |
| Procedure | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CT Scan/3D X-ray | USD 140 USD 500 | 1 day |
| Initial Examination/Consultation | USD 100 USD 180 | 1 day |
| Panoramic X-Rays | USD 80 USD 140 | 1 day |
| Single X-Ray (bitewing or periapical) | USD 20 USD 35 | 1 day |
| Procedure | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gas Sedation | USD 175 USD 250 | |
| Gingivectomy | USD 160 - USD 500 | |
IV Sedation (by anesthesiologist)Additional Notes$500/first 2 hrs $100 each additional hour | USD 500 USD 2,500 | |
| Night guard (hard plastic) | USD 300 USD 750 | 1 - 2 days |
| Night guard (soft plastic) | USD 150 USD 600 | 1 - 2 days |
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