Led by Dr. Vinicio Prada, a prosthodontics specialist with LSU training, the English-speaking team follows strict safety and quality protocols and coordinates travel logistics, from airport transfers to hotel recommendations, so your visit is smooth from touchdown to final check.

Why Patients Choose DDS Dental

• Expert team: Prosthodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, periodontics, endodontics, orthodontics, and pediatric dentistry under one roof.
• Traveler-friendly: Patient Services Coordinator, airport-to-hotel transfer help, and schedule management between appointments.
• Technology and standards: Digital diagnostics, including CT/3D imaging as indicated, and protocols aligned with American Dental Association standards.
• Clear planning: Written timelines, step-by-step case sequencing, and bilingual communication in English and Spanish.

Popular Treatments

• Dental implants and full-arch options, including All-on-4/6, implant-supported bridges and overdentures, sinus lift, and bone grafts
• Crowns and veneers, including porcelain, ceramic, zirconia, PFM, and temporary restorations
• Root canal therapy for anterior, premolar, and molar teeth, including post, core, and root canal with crown options
• Dentures and partials, including acrylic, metal, immediate, and healing options
• Orthodontics, including conventional and metal braces and retainers, plus pediatric dentistry
• Cleanings, whitening, fillings, and extractions
• Diagnostics, including consultations, X-rays, and CT imaging

Patient Experience

Expect bilingual care, calm operatories, and written aftercare. Many cosmetic and restorative cases can be completed in several days. Implant plans are typically two-stage: placement, healing, and final teeth. Sharing recent X-rays or CT scans in advance helps confirm options, costs, and timing at your first visit.

Getting There

Fly into Juan Santamaría International Airport, SJO. Escazú is typically about 20–35 minutes away by authorized airport taxi or Uber, depending on traffic.

Clinic area: Escazú’s commercial zone is near major hotels and services, making rideshare and short transfers easy.

Transfers: Ask your advisor to arrange the clinic’s Patient Services Coordinator for airport pickup and appointment-day transport, when available.

Clinical Team Snapshot

Dr. Vinicio Prada, DDS — Prosthodontics; English and Spanish; LSU training; academic and journal contributions.

Additional specialists include Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Periodontics, Endodontics, Orthodontics, and Pediatric Dentistry to coordinate complex cases efficiently.

How to Book

Your Dental Departures advisor can secure quotes, coordinate imaging and transfers, and align appointments with travel at no extra charge.

FAQs

1. What warranties or guarantees does the clinic provide?
 

DDS Dental’s guarantees are procedure-specific and commonly cover lab-made restorations, such as crowns, veneers, and bridges, and implant components for a defined period. Coverage typically requires following written aftercare and attending recommended maintenance visits. Before treatment, Dental Departures can obtain the clinic’s current written policy for your exact plan, including duration, what is covered or excluded, and how repairs or replacements are handled.

2. Where exactly is the clinic and how do I get there from the airport?
 

The clinic is in Escazú, San José, a well-located district with hotels, dining, and shopping. From SJO Airport, use an authorized airport taxi or Uber. The ride usually takes about 20–35 minutes depending on traffic. After booking, your advisor can share the GPS pin and coordinate the clinic’s Patient Services Coordinator for airport pickup and transport between appointments when available.

3. Which payment methods are accepted?

Clinics serving international patients generally accept cash and major credit or debit cards. For larger plans, some allow bank transfers. Because card brands, any processor fees, and potential cash discounts can change, Dental Departures can confirm exact accepted methods and note whether a deposit is needed to reserve lab work or surgical time for your specific dates.

4. What languages are spoken at DDS Dental?

You can expect service in English and Spanish across reception and chairside care. Tell Dental Departures your preference when booking so they can pair you with an English-speaking dentist or coordinator and prepare bilingual consent and aftercare documents.

5. How long does an implant or full-arch case usually take?

Most candidates follow a two-stage plan. Stage 1, implant placement, typically fits into 3–7 days with checks as needed. Stage 2, the abutment and final teeth, happens after healing, also called osseointegration. If bone grafting or a sinus lift is required, your overall timeline extends. Dental Departures can map visits to your travel window and discuss temporary or provisional teeth while you heal.

6. Can the clinic help with airport transfers and hotel arrangements?

Yes. DDS Dental offers concierge support. A Patient Services Coordinator can arrange airport-to-hotel transfers, help manage your appointment schedule, and provide hotel recommendations near the clinic. Share your flight details so Dental Departures can help connect the details.

7. Do you offer sedation if I’m anxious about treatment?

Yes, IV sedation by an anesthesiologist is available for appropriate procedures. Dental Departures can help review your medical history, outline pre-sedation instructions such as fasting or medication adjustments, and plan for an escort or ride after your visit.