Mexicali shares its border with Calexico, CA. Affordable good treatment & proximity to US-border make dental work in Mexicali appealing.
Each year, about a million Americans cross the US-Mexico border for dental tourism in Mexico[1]Newsweek.com Affordable Medical Treatment “…as many as 800,000 to 1 million American citizens make the trip from the U.S. to Mexico for affordable treatment each year.” View in Article.
You can reach Mexicali by road from Calexico, California. The two ports of entry on this border recieve many travelers. This is not only a gateway for vehicles, but also for American culture into this Mexican city.
Mexicali offers low cost quality treatment. Compare costs for dental care in Mexicali with those in USA & Canada.
Avg. Costs in US Dollars | |||
Dental Work | USA | Canada | Mexicali |
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Single Implant | $2,000 | $1,500 | $600-$1,000 |
Implant+Abutment+Crown | $5,000 | $3,400 | $1,200 |
All-on-4 Implants | $17,500 | $16,000 | $7,085 |
All-on-6 Implants | $22,000 | $19,500 | $8,645 |
Braces | $5,000 | $4,500 | $2,000 |
Crowns | $1,250 | $1,250 | $340 |
Veneers | $5,500 | $5,100 | $350 |
Full Dentures/ Jaw | $2,000 | $1,400 | $300 |
Partial Denture | $2,200 | $1,550 | $480 |
Root Canal Treatment | $950 | $1,050 | $220 |
Laser Teeth Whitening | $850 | $650 | $200 |
The cost comparison table shows that Mexicali promises you large savings on dental work. For all-on-4 alone, you can save as much as 60%.
DentaVacation selects the best dental clinics for your dental work. Factors that we consider while selecting a clinic are:
Based on these criteria, we recommend Ramlanz Dental Clinic as the best dental clinic in Mexicali.
Mexicali is an industrial town and it’s safe for tourists.[8]Travel Safe How Safe Is Mexicali “There haven’t been any terrorist attacks in Mexicali’s recent history… Women Travelers Risk : Low” View in Article At the same time, one should take precautions.
You can dial 066 in case of any emergency in Mexicali.
To enter Mexicali by road or sea, you are not required to show your passport. However, when you are going back home, you need to present it.
If you take a flight, you need to fill up the Forma Migratoria Múltiple (FMM) form. This is the tourist’s permit at the airport. The Immigration office at the airport will stamp both your passport and the FMM form.
Keep your passport and the Visitor Permit safe during your trip. This is to avoid any issues on your way back home.
Ramlanz Dental Clinic has parking lots near the clinic, which you can use to park your car at no parking fee.
Yes, walking across the Calexico-Mexicali border is possible. It is safer to rest your car in a paid parking lot.
You should carry your passport for return to the USA. Also, visa is necessary if you’re not a US citizen.
Yes. Our Case Manager will prepare a detailed itinerary. This will include the length of time you can spend in Mexicali and the kind of treatment you need. You will receive an email intimation for the same.
For a hassle-free dental trip, you must carry:
Not very far! By road, it is 58.5 miles. So, you reach in about an hour and fourteen minutes.
By road, it 123 miles via I-8 E and one can reach in 2 hrs and 15 min.
Another route, via Mexicali-Tijuana/México 2D is 128 miles long. It takes about 3 hours and has tolls.
By road, Palm springs is 124 miles from Mexicali. So, you reach in about 2 hrs and 22 minutes.
Pay at your convenience! Through Cash (USD), Checks, Traveler’s checks, or Credit/ debit cards (Visa, Mastercard).
Yes. The RamLanz Dental Clinic will accept American dental insurances. The staff will also help you with related paperwork.
You can contact us to know the details of insurance cover at Ramlanz Dental Clinic.