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DDS Dental Costa Rica - Dr. Prada is a premium, multi-specialty clinic in Escazú, San José, serving international patients seeking implants, full-mouth rehabilitation, crowns and veneers, root canals, orthodontics, pediatric care, and more.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Your Dental Departures advisor can secure quotes, coordinate imaging and transfers, and align appointments with travel at no extra charge.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| Soins Dentaires | Prix | Durée |
|---|---|---|
Bridge en Porcelaine Supporté par des Implants, Arc Complet (avec 4 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-7 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 5-10 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. | SGD 9,125 SGD 30,415 | 3 - 10 days |
Bridge en Porcelaine Supporté par des Implants, Arc Complet (avec 6 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-7 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 5-10 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. | SGD 10,392 SGD 35,484 | 3 - 10 days |
Bridge en Porcelaine Supporté par des Implants, Arc Complet (avec 8 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-7 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 5-10 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. | SGD 11,406 SGD 40,554 | 3 - 10 days |
Couronne d'implant standard (y compris pilier)Additional Notes$850 per unit when are 4 or more. First stage of implant placement: 3-7 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 5-10 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. | SGD 1,141 SGD 4,879 | 5 - 10 days |
| Couronne en zircone sur implant (y compris pilier) | SGD 1,141 | |
| Élévation sinusale | SGD 1,521 SGD 5,069 | |
| Greffe osseuse | SGD 760 SGD 2,535 | |
| Greffe osseuse (petite) | SGD 380 - SGD 760 SGD 1,901 | |
Implant dentaire en titane standard (implant uniquement)Additional Notes$850 per unit when are 4 or more. First stage of implant placement: 3-7 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 5-10 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. | SGD 1,141 SGD 2,788 | 3 - 7 days |
Implant en Titane (Avec pilier et couronne standard)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-7 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 5-10 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. | SGD 2,281 SGD 4,942 | 3 - 10 days |
Prothèse Supportée par des Implants, amovible (avec 2 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-7 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 5-10 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. | SGD 2,788 SGD 8,744 | 3 - 10 days |
Prothèse Supportée par des Implants, amovible (avec 4 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-7 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 5-10 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. | SGD 4,055 SGD 15,588 | 3 - 10 days |
| Prothèse Supportée par des Implants, amovible (avec 6 implants) | SGD 8,871 SGD 22,431 | 3 - 10 days |
| Système "All on Four" avec pont fixe en acrylique | SGD 10,645 - SGD 12,673 SGD 26,022 | |
| Système "All on Six" avec pont fixe en acrylique | SGD 15,390 - SGD 17,418 SGD 38,019 |
| Soins Dentaires | Prix | Durée |
|---|---|---|
Couronne en porcelaine avec armature en métal (alliage standard) Additional NotesOver Natural Tooth | SGD 735 SGD 1,267 | 14 - 21 days |
| Couronne en porcelaine\Couronne en céramique | SGD 824 SGD 1,331 | 14 - 21 days |
| Couronne en Zirconium | SGD 824 SGD 2,028 | 14 - 21 days |
Couronne\facette temporaire Additional NotesTemporaries can usually be done in one visit. Inquire further for your case. | SGD 127 SGD 190 | 1 day |
Facette dentaire en compositeAdditional NotesComposite veneers can usually be done in one visit, for extensive cases, multiple visits may be required. Inquire further for your case | SGD 253 SGD 317 | 1 - 2 days |
Facette dentaire en Zirconium Additional Notes3-5 days are required for 1-5 veneers and 5-7 days required for 6+ veneers. | SGD 735 SGD 1,883 | 3 - 7 days |
| Placage de Zircone | SGD 735 SGD 1,774 | |
| Porcelaine Fusionnée à la Couronne d'Or | SGD 950 SGD 2,028 | 14 - 21 days |
| Porcelaine Fusionnée à la Couronne Métallique (alliage précieux) | SGD 824 SGD 1,647 | 14 - 21 days |
| Soins Dentaires | Prix | Durée |
|---|---|---|
Dentier complet, dents en acryliqueAdditional NotesIf extractions are first required, you will need to have an immediate or healing denture placed to allow the gums/extraction sites to heal prior to placement of the permanent denture. | SGD 1,204 SGD 2,281 | 5 - 15 days |
Dentier partiel, armature en acryliqueAdditional NotesIf NO extractions are first required 5-10 days are needed for completion, if extractions ARE first required, 10-15 days are needed for completion. | SGD 507 SGD 1,521 | 5 - 15 days |
Dentier partiel, armature en métalAdditional NotesIf NO extractions are first required 5-10 days are needed for completion, if extractions ARE first required, 10-15 days are needed for completion. | SGD 1,204 SGD 1,647 | 5 - 15 days |
Partielle temporaire ou FlipperAdditional NotesTemporaries can usually be done in one visit, for complex cases, more time may be required for adustment. Inquire further for your case. | SGD 253 - SGD 507 SGD 570 | 1 day |
Prothèse complète, Immédiate ou Cicatrisante (supérieure ou inférieure)Additional NotesIf NO extractions are first required 5-10 days are needed for completion, if extractions ARE first required, 10-15 days are needed for completion. | SGD 1,014 SGD 1,901 | 5 - 15 days |
| Soins Dentaires | Prix | Durée |
|---|---|---|
Canal radiculaire (dent antérieure)Additional NotesRoot canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. For a root canal and temporary crown/filling 1-3 days are required. For a root canal treatment including the post & core build up and permanent crown restoration, 5-7 days are required. Root canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. Inquire further for your case. | SGD 418 SGD 1,014 | 1 - 7 days |
Canal radiculaire (molaire)Additional NotesRoot canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. For a root canal and temporary crown/filling 1-3 days are required. For a root canal treatment including the post & core build up and permanent crown restoration, 5-7 days are required. Root canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. Inquire further for your case. | SGD 444 SGD 1,711 | 1 - 7 days |
Canal radiculaire (n'importe quelle dent)Additional NotesRoot canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. For a root canal and temporary crown/filling 1-3 days are required. For a root canal treatment including the post & core build up and permanent crown restoration, 5-7 days are required. Root canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. Inquire further for your case. | SGD 329 - SGD 444 SGD 1,505 | 1 - 7 days |
Canal radiculaire (prémolaire)Additional NotesRoot canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. For a root canal and temporary crown/filling 1-3 days are required. For a root canal treatment including the post & core build up and permanent crown restoration, 5-7 days are required. Root canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. Inquire further for your case. | SGD 431 SGD 1,457 | 1 - 7 days |
| Pilier | SGD 190 SGD 507 | 1 day |
| Soins Dentaires | Prix | Durée |
|---|---|---|
Amalgame dentaireAdditional 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. | SGD 120 - SGD 165 SGD 256 | 1 day |
| Blanchiment des Dents | SGD 304 - SGD 475 | 1 day |
Blanchiment des Dents au LaserAdditional NotesLaser teeth whitening usually takes about 1-2 hours to complete, and most patients experience a change a 7-9 shades in tooth coloration. | SGD 475 SGD 629 | 1 day |
Blanchiment des Dents, kit à emporterAdditional NotesImpressions for whitening trays can be done in one day, and in most cases, the kit finished same-day. Inquire further for your case. | SGD 304 SGD 349 | 1 day |
Extraction (chirurgicale ou impactée)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. | SGD 317 SGD 713 | 3 - 5 days |
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. | SGD 101 SGD 222 | 1 day |
| Incrustation/Onlay | SGD 570 SGD 1,141 | 3 days |
Nettoyage dentaire normalAdditional NotesRegular teeth cleaning can be completed in one appoinment. | SGD 101 SGD 161 | 1 day |
Nettoyage en profondeur, Détartrage & surfaçage radiculaireAdditional NotesAvailable only on Wednesday. Periodontal 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. | SGD 177 SGD 253 | 1 - 3 days |
Remplissage composite (niveau de surface 2)Additional 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. | SGD 152 SGD 190 | 1 day |
Remplissage composite (niveau de surface 3)Additional 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. | SGD 165 SGD 215 | 1 day |
| Soins Dentaires | Prix | Durée |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation | SGD 101 - SGD 152 SGD 228 | 1 day |
| Radio dentaire 3D | SGD 253 SGD 634 | |
| Radio dentaire panoramique | SGD 56 SGD 177 | 1 day |
| Radio dentaire simple | SGD 108 SGD 44 | 1 day |
| Soins Dentaires | Prix | Durée |
|---|---|---|
| Garde bouche de nuit (plastique dur) | SGD 317 SGD 950 | 1 - 2 days |
| Garde bouche de nuit (plastique souple) | SGD 190 SGD 760 | 1 - 2 days |
Sédation IV (par anesthésiste)Additional Notesper hour | SGD 950 - SGD 1,141 SGD 3,168 | 1 day |
| Soins Dentaires | Prix | Durée |
|---|---|---|
SGD 127 | 1 day | |
| Bretelles Conventionnelles | SGD 2,535 | |
| Bretelles Métalliques | SGD 2,281 | |
| Étui Complet Invisalign® | SGD 3 - SGD 5 |
Dr Prada was recommended to me by a family friend when I knew I was in need of having a full mouth restoration; four implants upper and lower arch. With that recommendation I began researching and learning more about Dr Prada and his dental practice. I decided from the information I’d learned from my research and the reviews I’d read that Dr Prada’s office was where I would begin the consultation and treatment I needed. I was nervous about having the procedure done, worried about going out of the country and because of the high cost I’d been quoted in California, I was concerned about the cost. I know now that making the decision to see Dr Prada and his staff was the best decision I could have made! My treatment required two visits to San Jose, CR, about 5 months apart. We met with Dr Prada in May for a consultation and also Dr. Gonzales, the oral surgeon who would remove my remaining teeth. From the moment we met Dr Prada and saw his beautiful, pristine modern office I knew I was in good hands for the surgery and the work I needed done. My worries dissipated. Dr Prada has the latest of technology and dental equipment often far more than I’d had at other offices near home. He was gracious, knowledgeable and explained the procedure throughly leaving me feeling ready to do the work I’d put off for a couple of years. Both he and all members of his staff are fluent English speakers. I started by communicating with his travel assistant, Karol. We emailed and phoned back and forth any time I had a question. And it seemed I had lots of questions. Karol answered my concerns and helped make some of our reservations for our hotel. We were met at the airport with a driver at midnight, and arrived at the Aparthotels for our 2 week stay, just a 10 minute walk from Dr Prada’s offices. So convenient and reasonably priced. Our stay included breakfast each morning, a one bedroom suite and a beautiful property to relax at between appointments, all in pretty neighborhood of Escazu. Each visit to Costa Rica was planned for 10 days with appointments. I left Costa Rica after 10 days with fixed temporary dentures. Over the next 5 months my gums would heal, the implants would become more stable and we would return for the second half of the procedure. We were excited to returned in late October for the our visit and my new permanent set of teeth. Everything went as planned and again a 10 day span of appointments. Dr Prada is a perfectionist in his work and with his own in house lab he is able to make any adjustments easily and timely. Now, 3 months later I am so happy to say that everything has been just as I hoped! My teeth are comfortable, I’m able to eat foods I’ve stayed away from for so many years and my smile is perfect, completely me. I recommend Dr Prada and his Staff of extremely qualified dentists for any work you may need. The cost of having this done is more than half of what I’d been quoted in the US. The price, the quality and the experience of Dr Prada is outstanding. On our second visit we stayed an extra week to celebrate the completion of my dental work and joined a Caravan Tour of western Costa Rica, fantastic to relax and enjoy the beautiful countryside and beaches.
I had my teeth done here about 3 years ago. The quality of work, staff, and communication was all top-notch. A little more expensive than other places but more than worth it as I have had no problems. Dr Prada takes his time and consults with his other doctors to make the perfect decision. After all, this wasn't investment for me, I wanted the best. And that's what I got.
I would highly recommend Dr. Prada for dental treatment. I consulted Dr. Prada in connection with a full mouth reconstruction consisting of crowns on substantially all of my teeth and included raising my rear molars to correct my bite. The procedures were conducted over a period of a little over two weeks. Dr. Prada was excellent - I could not be happier. Dr. Prada is an extremely professional, communicative and patient prosthodontist. He took a great deal of time and care with my treatments and the results are better than I could have hoped for. His integrity is impeccable. Dr. Prada and every one of the other dentists that assisted, including Drs. Marin and Gonzalez, were also excellent and caring. Each member of staff speaks excellent English, including Karol, the patient coordinator. The clinic has the most up to date technologies and is very modern. The clinic is located in Escazu, a nice neighborhood. One huge advantage is that Dr. Prada has a laboratory at the same facility where they make, among other things, dental implants and crowns for Dr. Prada's own practice and other dental practices in Costa Rica. The quality of the crowns is exceptional. Also, a further advantage of the clinic is that it has dentists in-house from multiple specialties, all of whom are very capable in their own fields. Of course, the cost of all of my treatments was substantially lower than the estimate I received in the U.S.; however, I intend returning to DDS primarily because of their high level of professionalism and customer care.
DDS was absolutely professional all the way! From pick up by the driver from the airport to the final day. I had to have several procedures(implants, deep cleaning and gum surgery) over the course of a week and half and . Dr. Prada and Dr. Gonzales were skillful and patient, Karol the patient coordinator and the entire clinical staff was very professional and friendly, the facility was very clean and comfortable. Best dental experience I've had. I would highly recommend this practice for dental work. The prices were unbeatable!! although not the cheapest in town but quality of work is superb.
I have been going to Dr Prada and his colleagues at DDS Dental for two years. I had one dental implant and efforts were made to do another. Unfortunately, the other one did not take, despite three tries by Dr. Gonzalez, the dental surgeon who works there. It seems to be a problem of my body rejecting the implant. So they proposed a small device with a modelled tooth attached, so that there would not be a nasty space between my teeth. I was hesitant at first, but it seemed the only option. Truly professional, they crafted the device, and I adjusted to it within hours. While I was charged (reasonably)for the first implant and preparations for the second, they did not charge me for the device because the other procedures had failed. I was and am truly amazed at this gesture and have nothing but praise for DDS Dental!
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