Faced with a large dental bill and pain? High-quality dental work in Cancún can save hundreds or thousands of dollars on your dental bill. Cancún is one of the most affordable and safe medical tourist destinations.[1]The Yucatan Times Affordable, safe and practical medical services available for foreigners in the Yucatan Peninsula “Historically Mexico City and Monterrey have been known for their medical tourism, but Cancun recently has been rising in the ranks as one of the most affordable, safe and practical destinations for foreigners, as well.” View in Article
Cancún is a “7” shaped barrier island located on the Yucatan Peninsula in the state of Quintana Roo. It is Mexico’s resort city and a favorite destination for those seeking a sun tan.[2]International Living Overview of Cancun Mexico “Cancun, the northern anchor of Mexico’s Riviera Maya, has long been a favored destination for those seeking a suntan…” View in Article
Cancún is one of the most common tourist destinations among English speakers.[3]Pacific Standard Medical Tourism booming in Mexico “…but Cancun, Guadalajara, and Puerto Vallarta are increasingly common because they’re known as tourist destinations among English-speakers, says Datta, who runs the Medical Tourism Corporation…” View in Article -Pacific Standard
It is also one of the most affordable vacation destinations in the Western Hemisphere.[4]Travel US News Best Places to visit in Mexico “Cancún also remains one of the most affordable vacation destinations in the Western Hemisphere…” View in Article -Travel US News
Lower prices are certainly one of the main reasons for going to a dentist in Cancún. To know how cheap the cost of dental work packages in Cancún is, see the cost comparison table below.
Procedure | USA | Canada | Cancún |
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Titanium Implant | $5,000 | $4,600 | $900 |
Zirconium Implant | $6,000 | $5,520 | $2,500 |
Mini Dental Implant | $1,500 | $1,350 | $450 |
All-on-4 Implants | $24,000 | $22,000 | $12,475 |
All-on-6 Implants | $28,000 | $26,000 | $14,255 |
Full Porcelain Crown | $2,000 | $1,840 | $567 |
Porcelain Veneer | $2,500 | $2,300 | $567 |
Full denture (per arch) | $2,000 | $1,840 | $965 |
Root Canal (anterior / pre-molar / molar) | $1,500 | $1,300 | $250 |
Bone graft (per unit) | $1,200 | $1,100 | $385 |
Sinus lift | $2,500 | $2,300 | $1,500 |
Laser Teeth Whitening | $1,500 | $1,380 | $350 |
Simple Tooth Extraction | $300 | $270 | $95 |
Brands – Nobel Biocare, Zhermack, IvoClar, Dentsply |
The average cost of dental implants is b/w $5,000 – $6,000 in the US/Canada. While it is b/w $900 – $2,500 in Cancún. Cancún’s dental care is one of the best in the world,[5]International Living Overview of Cancun “Seven major hospitals can handle every medical emergency (as well as scheduled procedures), with costs about one-third of those in the U.S. Dental care is some of the best in the world…” View in Article with costs about one-third what you would expect to pay in the West.
Similarly, a root canal & a crown in Cancún costs around $800 which is 1/5th of the US cost. Even you can get mini dental implants for as low as $450 in Cancún.
As seen in the table, the average price of dental treatment in Cancún is less than half in the U.S or Canada for the same quality. Thus, Cancún provides a solution for people who cannot afford dental work in their home country. Low-cost dental work is also available in Mexican cities like Cabo, Los Algodones, Mexicali, and Tijuana.
Cancún is a name highly recognized among medical tourists. They may not even know the rest of Mexico but know Cancún and what it represents![6]The Yucatan Times Affordable, safe and practical medical services available for foreigners in the Yucatan Peninsula““Cancun is a name travelers recognize, so even if they don’t know the rest of Mexico, they know Cancun and what it represents.”…”View in Article
Cancún has been built and designed for tourism. You can find a culture of customer service in the city that promotes medical tourism.[7]Travel Weekly Medical tourism on the rise in Cancun “Cancun has been growing so fast as a medical tourism destination because there is a culture of customer service here…At the end of the day, Cancun was built and designed for tourism…” View in Article Now, let’s look at the top 5 reasons for choosing dental work in Cancún packages:
Tourists can get almost a First World Experience in Cancún[9]International Living Overview of Cancun “Living in Cancun is “almost” a First World experience. With the large network of buses and taxis, one can easily live in the city without owning a car. Power outtages are rare and internet is fast, stable, and inexpensive, the roads are paved and crime is generally low…” View in Article
Cancún is rated the #1 vacation destination & #2 beach destination in Mexico by US News & World report.[10]US News & World Report Why Go To Cancun “The U.S. News & World Report travel rankings are based on analysis of expert and user opinions. #1 in Best Places to Visit in Mexico, #2 in Best Beaches in Mexico” View in Article It is the most awarded Mexican tourist destination in the world because of its[11]Visit Mexico.com Cancun “Its beautiful scenery framed by white sand beaches and turquoise sea; its extension and biodiversity in its reefs, lagoons, cenotes and forest; its ancestral Mayan culture wealth; its great air and ground transportation connectivity…” View in Article
DentaVacation selects the best dental clinics for your dental work considering all of the above factors.
DentaVacation partner clinic, Cancún Dental Specialists (CDS) is located in Cancún, Mexico. The team offers high-quality treatments in short time frames, especially for international patients.
The clinic adopts the highest level of sterilization and safety regime known as the Tier Sterilization Protocol. These protocols are strictly followed for all non-disposable instruments. The 4 steps involved are:
Tier 1: Cleaning to remove the debris
Instruments scrubbed with spirit swab
Tier 2: Liquid Sterilization for standard disinfection
Immersed in sterilization solution for 45 minutes
Tier 3: Autoclaving with steam autoclave
Instruments treated at 270°F for up to 30 minutes
Tier 4: UltraViolet Chamber to prevent cross-infection
Sterilized dental instruments stored in a UV chamber
Safety Check
The sealed packets are only opened in front of patients before treatment.
U.S. Board Certified Dentist, licensed in Michigan, California, and Mexico.
Over 30 years
Complex Restorative cases, Full Mouth Restorations, Implant Rehabilitation, Smile Makeovers as well as Cosmetic Restorations.
English and Spanish
DentaVacation Partner Clinic Dentaris is a center of dental excellence in Cancún, Mexico. The team is expertise in handling niche dental fields such as Complex Oral Rehabilitations, Restorations, and Implant dentistry.
Head clinician and owner of Dentaris, a renowned Prosthodontist in Cancún
30+ years; over 2,000 implants placed
Prosthetic Dentistry and Implant Dentistry
Academic
English and Spanish
Louisiana Restricted Dental License
Cancún is the most popular vacation destination in the Caribbean, welcoming over 5 million visitors each year.[12]International Living Overview of Cancun “In fact, with over 5 million visitors each year, Cancun is the most popular vacation destination in the Caribbean…” View in Article There is a lot to see in Cancún, from the miles of sandy white beaches to historical sites, and many more.
Chichén Itzá is a large Mayan archaeological site. It is recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the World.[13]New 7 Wonders CHICHÉN ITZÁ “One of the new 7 wonders of the world – Chichén Itzá” View in Article You can escape crowds by visiting the site in the early morning. Hire a tour guide to explain the history and significance of the site.
El Rey is on the southern end of the hotel zone in Cancún. If you are not going on tours to Chichen Itza, you can visit El Rey. You might want to bring a hat or umbrella as the ruins are mostly in the sun.
It is a 4-mile island just a 20-minute ferry ride from Cancún. You can glimpse sea turtles here. Also, you get the chance to see the baby turtles if you visit between August and October.
Cancún is famous worldwide for its amazing white-sand beaches and fascinating turquoise blue sea.[14]Mexican Caribbean Cancún “Cancun is recognized throughout the world for its spectacular white sand beaches and its fascinating sea in turquoise blue tones.” View in Article
You can find 11 public beaches in the downtown area. Most of them are granted the Blue Flag eco-label which certifies top standards in water quality, and safety.[15]Visit Mexico.com Cancun “…you will be able to find 11 public beaches such as Perlas, Langostas, Tortugas, Delfines and Chac Mol. Most of them have been granted with the Blue Flag eco-label which certifies coast destinations that have reached top standards in water quality, environmental management, safety, services and environmental education activities.” View in Article
Drive a speedboat admiring the majesty of the mangroves. You can snorkel admiring the reefs with colorful fish and other types of marine life. Incredible jungle tours you can’t miss when visiting Cancún!
The shopping center is lined with boutique shops, luxury shopping, and waterfront dining. The village houses everything from ice cream parlors and movie theatres to multistorey textile shops. It is located in the hotel zone and easily accessible.
It is more of an entertainment complex than a shopping mall. Some stores sell a lot of souvenirs, jewelry, and swimwear. It is also home to a range of famous restaurants and bars like the Hard Rock Café, Chilis, and more.
Flying is the most convenient and quickest way to reach Cancún. Cancún International Airport (CUN) is the closest airport. It receives flights from all over the world, including the US and Canada.
Nonstop flying times from some of the major metropolitan airports to Cancún International Airport (CUN) are listed below
City | Duration |
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Miami (MIA) | 1 hr 45 min |
Houston (IAH) | 2 hr 15 min |
Dallas (DFW) | 2 hr 45 min |
Chicago (ORD) | 3 hr 40 min |
New York (JFK) | 3 hr 59 min |
Toronto (YYZ) | 4 hr 10 min |
Montreal (YUL) | 4 hr 45 min |
Calgary (YYC) | 5 hr 38 min |
Place | Avg travel time | Distance |
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Playa del Carmen | 43 min | 34 mi |
Tulum | 1 hr 30 min | 73 mi |
Cozumel | 2 hr 16 min | 53 mi |
Mexico City | 19 hr 3 min | 1008 mi |
Guanajuato | 24 hr | 1225 mi |
Puerto Vallarta | 29 hr | 1539 mi |
Cabo San Lucas | 46 hr | 2141 mi |
Tourist Migration Form
For more information on entry requirements, visit the U.S. State Department’s website.
Citizens who do not need a Mexican visa
More details on Mexican visa requirements can be obtained from the Mexico embassy website.
Cancún itself is rather spread out, hence it is very easy to walk around from the popular areas of the city.
The country code is 52 and 998 is the area code for Cancún. Mexican toll-free numbers start with 800, followed by 7 digits; Need to add 01 as a long-distance prefix.
Services | Number |
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Emergencies | 060 / 066 / 52911 |
Ambulance services | 065 |
Cancún Hotel Zone Police | 01 (998) 885-0569 |
General hospital | 01 (998) 884-2967 |
Federal Highway Patrol | 01 (998) 884-1107 |
Tourist Police | 01 (998) 885-2277 |
Traffic Police | 01 (998) 884-0710 |
Fire department | 01 (998) 884-1202 |
Domestic/international operator | 52020 / 090 |
Country | Address | Assistance |
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US | Blvd. Kukulcan Km 13 ZH – Torre La Europea, Despacho 301 – Cancún, Q.R. 77500 – Mexico
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From Mexico: (+52) (999) 942-5700
From the US: (844) 528-6611 Fax : (+52) (998) 883-1373 Business hours : 08:30 – 13:30 (Mon-Fri) |
Canada | Centro Empresarial Oficina E7 Boulevard Kukulcan Km 12 Zona Hotelera 77599 Cancún, Quintana Roo Mexico |
From Mexico:
Tel: (+52) 998 883 3360 / 61 From Canada: Tel: 011-52-998-883-3360 Business hours: 09.00 – 13.00, (Mon-Fri) |
The Cancún (Quintana Roo) time zone is Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is GMT- 5.
You can visit Cancún at any time that suits your schedule[22]Selina.com A Guide to Cancun Mexico – Part I: About the city “…Great Weather-The best time to visit Cancun is between the months of December and April…Go to Cancun on Budget -between May and October…Travel to Cancun as a Family -between April and November will favor you most…For swimming, snorkeling, and diving – between November and May…To see and swim with whale sharks – Peak season is usually in July and August. “ View in Article
These websites can help you to find out all of the events, concerts, and things to do during your visit to Cancún.
Cancún is one of the first destinations in the Americas to adopt WTTC’s (World Travel & Tourism Council) health & hygiene protocols and receive the Global Safety Stamp.[23]Travel Pulse Is Cancun, Mexico Safe for Travel? Here’s What Tourists Need to Know “Cancun was among the first destinations to adopt WTTC’s health and hygiene protocols and earn the global safety stamp.” View in Article
Currently, Mexico is given a level-3-alert, cautioning “Reconsider travel” to the country. However, the Mexican state Quintana Roo, where Cancún resides, is given a Level 2 warning for tourists to “Exercise Increased Caution.”[24]Travel.State.Gov Mexico Travel Advisory “Mexico – Level 3: Reconsider Travel ; Quintana Roo state – Exercise Increased Caution. There are no restrictions on travel for U.S. government employees in Quintana Roo state, which include tourist areas in: Cancun…” View in Article
Travel state tags locations on a scale of Level 1 to Level 4, 1 being the safest and 4 being the one with red flags. Though there are US government restrictions for travel in several parts of Mexico, Cancún and the entire state of Quintana Roo has no travel restrictions.
Here are a few things to watch out for in Cancún
Safe Areas | Areas to Avoid |
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Cancún Hotel Zone, Boulevard Kukulcán | Downtown Cancún |
Cancún Beaches, Isla Mujeres | Outskirts of Cancún |
Malls around the Zona Hoterea, La Isla shopping village | After dark, stay away from Mercado 23 & 28 market areas |
Yes, the quality of dental care in our Cancún partner clinics is on par with international standards.
Yes, dental treatments in DentaVacation partner clinics in Cancún are safe because
Dental work packages in Cancún is almost 70% cheaper than in the US.
Yes. The CDS clinic accepts American dental insurances. The staff can fill out insurance forms and help you to get reimbursement. You can contact us to know the details of the insurance cover at the CDS clinic.
You can pay through Cash (USD), Checks, bank transfers, or Credit/ debit cards.
Of course, dental work in Cancún is kid-friendly. Every child needs a friendly, gentle, and attentive dentist to undergo dental treatments.
Yes, our partner clinic dentists are fluent in English.
Some of the latest dental technologies used in our Cancún partner clinics are
These are the main reasons for low-cost dental work in Cancún and Riviera Maya
You must carry the below documents for a hassle-free dental trip.
All tourists traveling to Cancún must have a valid passport when flying into Mexico. A passport or passport card is required for travelers driving from the US to Cancún or for those arriving by cruise ship or other watercraft.
Dental work in Cancún can fulfill all your dentistry needs, along with exploring Mexico’s resort destination. Working with dentists from all over the globe, DentaVacation can guide you in finding the best dentist in Cancún. Contact us for a free quote!