Read DentaVacation's 2026 price list of dental clinics in San José, Liberia, Jacó, Escazú, and Playa del Coco (Guanacaste).
Costa Rica Dentist Price List
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Cost of Dental Implants in Costa Rica (USD)
| Dental Implant | Costa Rica | USA | Canada | Savings |
| Titanium Implant
Implant only |
$750 | $3,500 | $3,000 | 77% |
| Titanium Implant
Abutment |
$1,040 | $5,000 | $4,300 | 85% |
| Titanium Implant
Abutment & Crown |
$1,700 | $5,500 | $4,500 | 66% |
| Straumann Titanium
Implant only |
$950 | $2,200 | $2,000 | 56% |
| Straumann Titanium
Implant & Abutment |
$1,350 | $6,000 | $5,850 | 78% |
| Nobel Biocare Implant | $950 | $2,250 | $2,250 | 58% |
| Nobel Biocare Implant
Abutment |
$1,100 | $5,900 | $5,900 | 81% |
| Zirconium Implant | $2,000 | $6,000 | $4,800 | 62% |
| Zirconium Implant
Abutment |
$2,300 | $8,000 | $7,500 | 71% |
| Zirconium Implant
Abutment & Crown |
$2,850 | $10,000 | $9,250 | 72% |
| Same-day
Implant & Crown |
$1,600 | $3,300 | $3,000 | 52% |
Full-Mouth Dental Implants Cost in Costa Rica (USD)
| Dental Implant | Costa Rica | USA | Canada | Savings |
| All-on-4
Fixed Hybrid Acrylic Bridge* |
$9,500 | $25,000 | $24,000 | 60% |
| Straumann All-on-4
Zirconia Bridge* |
$14,500 | $33,000 | $31,000 | 58% |
| Zimmer All-on-4
Zirconia Bridge* |
$14,500 | $32,000 | $30,000 | 55% |
| All-on-6 Fixed
Hybrid Acrylic Bridge* |
$13,500 | $31,000 | $28,800 | 54% |
| Straumann All-on-6
Zirconia Bridge* |
$15,000 | $36,000 | $31,000 | 58% |
| All-on-8
Fixed Hybrid Acrylic Bridge* |
$14,000 | $37,500 | $34,200 | 61% |
| Bone Graft/unit | $480 | $3,000 | $2,000 | 80% |
| Sinus Lift | $1,300 | $3,500 | $2,500 | 55% |
*per jaw
Dental Crown Prices in Costa Rica (USD)
| Crown Type | Costa Rica | USA | Canada | Savings |
| Temporary | $100 | $320 | $200 | 70% |
| Porcelain-fused-to-metal | $500 | $1,100 | $970 | 55% |
| Porcelain | $530 | $1,300 | $1,000 | 60% |
| E-max | $550 | $1,600 | $1,000 | 65% |
| Zirconia | $530 | $1,500 | $1,000 | 65% |
| Base Metal Alloy | $550 | $1,200 | $800 | 55% |
| Gold* | $1,425 | $2,250 | $2,075 | 37% |
| Porcelain Inlay | $480 | $925 | $670 | 48% |
| Porcelain Onlay | $530 | $1,000 | $730 | 48% |
*varies based on gold price
Cost of Dental Bridges in Costa Rica (USD)
| Bridge Type (3 crowns) | Costa Rica | USA | Canada | Savings |
| Zirconia | $1,600 | $4,500 | $3,000 | 65% |
| Porcelain | $1,450 | $3,900 | $2,500 | 63% |
| All Metal | $1,800 | $3,600 | $2,400 | 50% |
| Porcelain Fused to Metal | $1,800 | $3,300 | $2,500 | 45% |
| Implant-Supported | $2,600 | $8,000 | $5,800 | 65% |
Dental Veneers Cost in Costa Rica (USD)
| Veneer Type | Costa Rica | USA | Canada | Savings |
| Porcelain | $500 | $1,500 | $900 | 68% |
| Composite | $400 | $800 | $520 | 50% |
| Zirconium | $570 | $1,600 | $1,000 | 65% |
| E-max | $540 | $1,600 | $1,000 | 66% |
Full-Mouth Veneers Cost in Costa Rica (USD)
| Veneer Type | 6 units | 8 units | 10 units | 12 units | 14 units | 16 units |
| Porcelain | $3,000 | $4,000 | $5,000 | $6,000 | $7,000 | $8,000 |
| Composite | $2,500 | $3,300 | $4,100 | $4,900 | $5,700 | $6,530 |
| Zirconium | $3,400 | $4,530 | $5,660 | $6,800 | $8,000 | $9,000 |
| E-max | $3,230 | $4,300 | $5,400 | $6,470 | $7,550 | $8,620 |
Prices of Dentures in Costa Rica (USD)
| Dentures (per arch) | Costa Rica | USA | Canada | Savings |
| Temporary Acrylic Full
(Immediate) |
$570 | $2,400 | $1,200 | 76% |
| Temporary Acrylic Partial
(Immediate) |
$480 | $1,900 | $1,200 | 75% |
| Permanent | $1,000 | $2,000 | $1,200 | 47% |
| Permanent
Full Denture |
$850 | $2,500 | $1,500 | 58% |
| Flexible Denture | $480 | $1,900 | $1,000 | 70% |
| Snap-on Denture
(2 implants) |
$3,600 | $5,000 | $3,600 | 30% |
| Snap-on Denture
(3 implants) |
$4,570 | $6,000 | $4,320 | 25% |
| Snap-on Denture
(4 implants) |
$5,000 | $7,300 | $5,300 | 33% |
Cost of Braces in Costa Rica(USD)
| Braces | Costa Rica | USA | Canada | Savings |
| Fixed Metal Braces
(+ monthly adjustment fees) |
$2,570 | $6,400 | $3,630 | 62% |
| Fixed Clear Braces
(+ monthly adjustment fees) |
$4,180 | $5,900 | $5,000 | 30% |
| Invisalign/jaw | $3,830 | $5,100 | $4,350 | 25% |
Extractions & Fillings Cost in Costa Rica (USD)
| Procedure | Costa Rica | USA | Canada | Savings |
| Composite Filling | $100 | $250 | $150 | 60% |
| Temporary Filling | $70 | $170 | $130 | 59% |
| Replacement of Amalgam Filling | $110 | $250 | $150 | 58% |
| Simple Extraction | $110 | $200 | $130 | 46% |
| Extraction
(surgical/impacted) |
$200 | $400 | $300 | 42% |
| Wisdom Tooth Extraction
(simple) |
$170 | $400 | $300 | 55% |
| Wisdom Tooth Extraction
(fully impacted) |
$300 | $600 | $440 | 50% |
Cost of Root Canal in Costa Rica (USD)
| Procedure | Costa Rica | USA | Canada | Savings |
| Root Canal (anterior) | $390 | $900 | $700 | 57% |
| Root Canal (pre-molar) | $400 | $1,010 | $800 | 62% |
| Root Canal (molar) | $410 | $1,200 | $1,000 | 70% |
| Root Canal Retreatment | $440 | $1,400 | $1,020 | 68% |
| Post/Core Build-Up | $140 | $400 | $300 | 65% |
| Pre-fabricated Post | $140 | $350 | $260 | 61% |
| Cast Post in Addition to Crown | $110 | $275 | $200 | 60% |
Teeth Cleaning & Whitening Prices in Costa Rica (USD)
| Procedure | Costa Rica | USA | Canada | Savings |
| Regular teeth cleaning | $90 | $160 | $140 | 46% |
| Complete Full Dental Cleaning
(Over implants & fixed dentures) |
$175 | $275 | $250 | 37% |
| Maintenance Cleaning
(Whole Mouth) |
$200 | $260 | $200 | 23% |
| Scaling & Root Planing/quadrant | $140 | $320 | $230 | 54% |
| Laser Cleaning | $200 | $950 | $700 | 75% |
| Laser Teeth Whitening | $340 | $600 | $500 | 31% |
| Teeth Whitening
(in-office) |
$370 | $600 | $500 | 27% |
| Teeth Whitening
(take-home kit) |
$240 | $350 | $350 | 31% |
| Crown Lengthening | $250 | $1,000 | $800 | 75% |
Orthognathic & Other Dental Surgeries Cost in Costa Rica (USD)
| Procedure | Costa Rica | USA | Canada | Savings |
| Orthognathic Surgery
(per jaw) |
$8,400 | $16,500 | $12,000 | 50% |
| Surgical Torus Removal
(mandibular or palatinus) |
$400 | $1,750 | $1,300 | 77% |
| Apicoectomy
(Root-tip surgery) |
$350 | $1,100 | $800 | 68% |
| Periodontal Surgery
(per quadrant) |
$300 | $1,800 | $1,300 | 83% |
| Gingivectomy
(per quadrant) |
$200 | $650 | $500 | 70% |
| Gum grafting
(per section of two teeth) |
$500 | $1,100 | $800 | 55% |
Additional Procedures Cost in Costa Rica (USD)
| Procedure | Costa Rica | USA | Canada | Savings |
| Initial Exam/Consult* | $80 | $170 | $130 | 52% |
| Panoramic X-Rays* | $50 | $175 | $130 | 69% |
| CT Scan/3D Scan* | $130 | $600 | $440 | 78% |
| Occlusal Mouth Guard | $200 | $725 | $550 | 71% |
| IV Sedation/hour | $420 | $850 | $650 | 52% |
| Gas Sedation/hour
(nitrous oxide) |
$100 | $400 | $300 | 75% |
| *mostly included in procedure cost | ||||
*Costa Rica dental prices updated August 2026.
Prices of the procedures mentioned above vary based on patient needs. Our handpicked dentists and clinics in Costa Rica will cater to all your dental needs without burning a hole in your pocket.
Costa Rica dentist prices let you save up to 80% compared to the USA and Canada. With dental packages, the savings may be much more with dental tourism in Costa Rica.
Studies confirm that Costa Rica is one of the most affordable destinations for dental tourism. [1]
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FREE QUOTEDental Prices in Costa Rica Cities
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Cost Comparison (in USD)
| Procedure | San José | Escazú | Liberia | Jacó | Playa del Coco |
| Single Implant | $850 | $875 | $1,080 | $850 | $1,100 |
| Implant + Crown | $1,300 | $1,700 | $2,160 | $1,400 | $1,850 |
| All-on-4/arch | $9,500 | $18,500 | $12,750 | $12,550 | $14,500 |
| All-on-6/arch | $10,500 | $25,000 | $14,900 | $13,000 | $15,500 |
| Porcelain Crown | $470 | $500 | $550 | $500 | $500 |
| Zirconia Crown | $480 | $500 | $550 | $540 | $650 |
| Porcelain Veneer | $440 | $500 | $650 | $400 | $650 |
| Emax Veneer | $440 | $500 | $650 | $400 | $650 |
| Zirconia Veneer | $450 | $510 | $670 | $580 | $600 |
| Teeth Whitening
(Laser) |
$300 | $350 | $350 | $300 | $450 |
| Composite Filling | $90 | $130 | $90 | $100 | $100 |
| Root Canal
(Molar) |
$340 | $500 | $360 | $450 | $450 |
| Simple Extraction | $140 | $100 | $90 | $100 | $70 |
| Full Denture
Per arch |
$630 | $850 | $1,000 | $700 | $850 |
| Panoramic X-ray | $40 | $40 | $60 | $70 | $70 |
| CT/3D Scan | $120 | $140 | $100 | $170 | $180 |
| Initial Consult | $100 | $100 | $90 | $100 | $70 |
*Costa Rica dental prices updated August 2026.
Dental work in San José offers the most affordable care for complex procedures, followed by Escazú.
Dental work in Jacó and Playa del Coco come with vibrant beach vacations. So, prices are slightly higher.
Direct flights to Liberia from major US cities make dental work in Liberia quite accessible.
Dental Vacation Packages in Costa Rica
All-on-4 Special Package for Both Arches
San Rafael de Escazú, Costa Rica
- 8 Titanium Implants
- 5 Days Hotel Stay - 1st Trip
- 9 Days Hotel Stay - 2nd Trip
*Terms and Conditions
All-on-6 Special Deal Both Arches
San Rafael de Escazú, Costa Rica
- 12 Titanium Implants
- 5 Days Hotel Stay - 1st Trip
- 9 Days Hotel Stay - 2nd Trip
*Terms and Conditions
Special Full Mouth Package with Crowns/Veneers
San Rafael de Escazú, Costa Rica
- 9 Days Hotel Stay
- 28 Crowns/Veneers (Porcelain/Zirconia)
- Airport Transfers
*Terms and Conditions
Comprehensive Dental Care Deal Porcelain Nobel Metal
San Jose, Costa Rica
- 12-14 Crowns and/or units bridge - upper jaw
- 12-14 Crowns and/or units bridge - lower jaw
- Temporary Denture
*Terms and Conditions
Comprehensive Smile Makeover Porcelain Zirconium
San Jose, Costa Rica
- 12-14 Crowns and/or units bridge - upper jaw
- 12-14 Crowns and/or units bridge - lower jaw
- Temporary Denture
*Terms and Conditions
All-on-4 Smile Solution
San Jose, Costa Rica
- 4 Dental Implants
- Initial Consultation & 3D Imaging
- Surgical Procedure
*Terms and Conditions
3-on-6 Dental Implant Saver Deal
San Jose, Costa Rica
- 6 Dental Implants
- 3 Zirconia Bridges
- Temporary Dentures
*Terms and Conditions
All on 6 Dental Implants
Costa Rica
- 6 dental implants - upper jaw
- 6 dental implants - lower jaw
- Full upper & lower fixed bridge in zirconia or noble metal
*Terms and Conditions
All on 8 Dental Implant
Costa Rica
- 8 dental implants - upper jaw
- 8 dental implants - lower jaw
- Full upper & lower fixed bridge in zirconia or noble metal
*Terms and Conditions
DentaVacation packages include:
- Initial consultation
- Dentist and clinic fees
- Procedure cost
- Medications
- Airport pick up & drop offs
- Hotel stays (in select cases)
Airfare and personal expenses are not included in the package.
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CONTACT USFinancing and Loan Options for Paying for Dental Work in Costa Rica
Payment Methods
You can pay for your dental work in Costa Rica via:
- Cash
- Cheque
- Bank Transfer
- PayPal
Financing Options
We have also considered your financing options to fund your dental work in Costa Rica with loans.
- SuperMoney: If you're from the USA, compare multiple lenders to find low-interest dental loans.
- Klarna: Flexible instalment plans that let you split payments over time.
- PayPal Pay Later: Quick approval with the option to defer payments for upto 6 months.
Saving Hacks: Smart Tips to Reduce Your Cost on Dental Work in Costa Rica
1. Fly Off-season
- Travel during off-peak months to get cheaper flights and avoid crowds.
- Budget-friendly airlines like Spirit, JetBlue, and Southwest offer competitive fares to San José (SJO) or Liberia (LIR).
- Mid-week flights (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) are usually the most affordable.
- Booking 1–2 months in advance can help you lock in lower fares.
2. Choose Affordable Accommodations
- Stay close to the clinics to reduce commute time and transportation costs.
- Look for hotels offering shuttle services to dental clinics.
- Mid-range hotels, typically costing $50–$100 per night, usually provide all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.
3. Take Advantage of Group or Family Discounts
- Some clinics offer reduced rates if multiple patients book together.
4. Combine Treatments
- Bundling procedures like implants, crowns, and veneers can lower costs.
5. Consider Efficient Treatment Options
- Same-day implants and streamlined procedures reduce travel time and extra visits.
6. Use Dentavacation’s Partnered Packages
- Our clinics provide all-inclusive packages covering treatments, consultations, and accommodations.
FAQs
Dentist prices in Costa Rica are significantly lower than in the US for several reasons. [2]
- Lower Overhead Costs- Operating expenses like rent, utilities, and staff salaries are much lower than in the US.
- Favourable exchange rate- Local currency and cost of living reduce the overall cost of services for international patients.
- Government support- Costa Rica promotes dental and medical tourism, which helps keep costs competitive.
- No insurance overhead- Many procedures are paid out of pocket, reducing administrative costs tied to insurance in the US.
- High patient volume- Steady flow of dental tourists allows clinics to offer competitive package prices without compromising quality.
Choosing the right city depends on your priorities:
- San José- Best for affordability, advanced technology, and widest choice of top-rated clinics.
- Escazú- Known as the “Beverly Hills” of Costa Rica, offering premium care with modern facilities.
- Liberia- Convenient if you’re flying into the Guanacaste region; great for combining treatment with nature tours.
- Jacó- Ideal for dental care and a lively beach vacation.
- Playas del Coco- Perfect for patients seeking a relaxed coastal vibe with quality dental services.
No, with DentaVacation, you get full transparency; no hidden charges exist. Our partner clinics provide clear, upfront pricing for every procedure.
You’ll receive a detailed cost estimate before treatment begins, and our advisors are always available to give you a complete price breakdown tailored to your needs.
Conclusion
With DentaVacation, save up to 80% on implants, crowns & bridges, veneers, full mouth restorations, and more in Costa Rica.
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