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Dr. Maribel Martinez operates a full-service dental clinic in Tijuana, Baja California, around 10 minutes from the San Ysidro border. With approximately 17+ years of experience, Dr. Martinez provides general and cosmetic dentistry plus endodontics, including root canals, explained in clear English and Spanish.
Her team covers comprehensive treatment plans, including single implants, All-on-4/6 full-arch bridges, overdentures, also known as snap-on dentures, crowns, veneers, root canals, and dentures.
The clinic’s approach is practical and transparent: careful diagnosis, minimally invasive techniques where possible, and quality materials, so international patients can plan confidently and finish more in fewer visits.
Standard titanium implants; implant, abutment, and crown packages; implant-supported overdentures on 4 implants; All-on-4/6 fixed bridges; sinus lift; and bone grafting.
Porcelain, zirconia, and PFM crowns; porcelain, composite, and zirconia veneers; inlays; and onlays.
Root canals for anterior, premolar, and molar teeth, plus post and core with crown packages.
Acrylic, flexible, and metal-frame options, as well as temporary dentures and flippers.
Regular cleanings, deep cleaning, also known as scaling and root planing, and laser whitening.
Exams, consultations, X-rays, and treatment mapping for efficient trip planning.
Note: A snap-on overdenture is a removable denture that attaches to implants for better hold. It still comes out for easy cleaning.
Team members are licensed in Mexico, and English assistance is available.
The clinic is a short drive from the San Ysidro Port of Entry, accessible from I-5 and I-805. Travelers often park on the US side, walk or drive across, and use Uber or local taxis in Tijuana. You can also fly into SAN, San Diego International Airport, or TIJ, Tijuana International Airport, and transfer by rideshare.
English and Spanish.
Bring cash and a major card. Confirm specific card networks or any surcharges with your Dental Departures advisor when booking.
Ask for the clinic’s written warranty for lab-made work, including crowns, bridges, veneers, and dentures, as well as workmanship. Also ask about care requirements, such as hygiene checkups. Keep invoices and follow home-care instructions to help maintain coverage.
Short answer: The clinic is in Tijuana, around 10 minutes from San Ysidro.
Expanded: Drive to the San Ysidro Port of Entry from San Diego, park on the US side, walk or drive across, then take Uber or a taxi to the clinic. From SAN or TIJ, rideshare connections are simple.
Short answer: Single implants with crowns, All-on-4/6, overdentures, crowns, veneers, root canals, scaling and root planing, and laser whitening.
Expanded: Many travelers combine imaging, preparation, and provisional work to finish more in one itinerary.
Short answer: Cleanings and fillings may be completed the same day; crowns and veneers may take around 2 days; implants and full-arch treatment are usually staged in one or two trips depending on healing.
Expanded: Your dentist will confirm timing after an exam and X-rays.
Short answer: Yes, request written terms.
Expanded: Get coverage and duration in writing for materials and workmanship, and note any maintenance requirements.
Short answer: English and Spanish.
Expanded: The front desk and clinicians can handle appointments and instructions in English.
Short answer: Cash and major cards, with specifics to be confirmed.
Expanded: Banks may add foreign exchange fees. Some clinics may apply a small card surcharge, so ask your advisor before booking.
Short answer: Yes, Uber and taxis are common.
Expanded: Many guests pair rideshare with US-side parking for quick walk-across logistics.
Short answer: Typically 09:00–16:00 daily, with Sunday by special appointment.
Expanded: Confirm your exact appointment window when booking, especially for weekend visits.
| Tratamiento | Precio | Duración |
|---|---|---|
| Corona de Metal Porcelana sobre implante (soporte incluido) | SGD 1,341 | |
| Corona de Zirconio sobre implante (soporte incluido) | SGD 1,341 | |
| Corona sobre Implante Estándar (soporte incluido) | SGD 1,341 SGD 4,916 | |
| Elevación del Seno | SGD 1,596 - SGD 1,915 SGD 5,108 | |
| Implante de Zirconia (libre de metal) | SGD 1,277 - SGD 1,405 SGD 4,470 | |
| Implante Dental de Titanio (soporte y corona estándar incluidos) | SGD 3,320 SGD 4,980 | |
| Implante Dental Estándar de Titanio (solo implante) | SGD 1,532 SGD 2,809 | |
| Injerto óseo (grande) | SGD 575 - SGD 702 SGD 2,554 | |
| Injerto óseo (pequeño) | SGD 575 - SGD 702 SGD 1,915 | |
| Puente de Porcelana Soportado por Implantes, Arco Completo (con 4 implantes) | SGD 13,408 - SGD 15,579 SGD 30,648 | |
| Puente de Porcelana Soportado por Implantes, Arco Completo (con 6 implantes) | SGD 16,601 - SGD 17,878 SGD 35,756 | |
| Sistema "All on Six" con puente de Porcelana fijo | SGD 13,408 - SGD 15,579 | |
| Sobre dentadura Soportada por Implantes, extraíble (con 4 implantes) | SGD 12,132 - SGD 14,047 SGD 15,707 |
| Tratamiento | Precio | Duración |
|---|---|---|
| Carilla de Composite (adhesión directa) | SGD 294 - SGD 319 SGD 319 | 1 day |
| Carilla de Porcelana | SGD 447 - SGD 690 SGD 1,897 | 2 days |
| Carilla de Zirconio | SGD 690 SGD 1,788 | 2 days |
| Corona Completa de Porcelana / Cerámica | SGD 690 - SGD 741 SGD 1,341 | 2 days |
| Corona de Porcelana Fundida sobre Metal (aleación estándar) | SGD 485 SGD 1,277 | 2 days |
| Corona de Porcelana Fundida sobre Oro | SGD 894 - SGD 1,213 SGD 2,043 | 2 days |
| Corona de Zirconio | SGD 690 SGD 2,043 | 2 days |
| Corona/Carilla Temporal | SGD 64 SGD 192 | 1 day |
| Tratamiento | Precio | Duración |
|---|---|---|
| Dentadura Completa de Metal (superior o inferior) | SGD 639 | 3 days |
| Dentadura Completa, Dientes de Acrílico (superior o inferior) | SGD 639 SGD 2,299 | 3 days |
| Dentadura Completa, Inmediata o Temporal (superior o inferior) | SGD 702 SGD 1,915 | 2 days |
| Dentadura Parcial, Marco Acrílico | SGD 447 SGD 1,532 | 2 days |
| Dentadura Parcial, Marco de Metal | SGD 511 - SGD 575 SGD 1,660 | 2 days |
| Dentadura Parcial, Marco Flexible | SGD 511 - SGD 575 SGD 1,788 | 2 days |
| Dentadura Temporal Parcial o Flipper | SGD 255 - SGD 319 SGD 575 | 1 day |
| Dentadura Temporal Parcial o Flipper (Lab. Externo) | SGD 255 - SGD 319 | 1 day |
| Tratamiento | Precio | Duración |
|---|---|---|
| Endodoncia (diente anterior) | SGD 377 - SGD 402 SGD 1,022 | 1 day |
| Endodoncia (molar) | SGD 377 - SGD 402 SGD 1,724 | 1 day |
| Endodoncia (premolar) | SGD 377 - SGD 402 SGD 1,469 | 1 day |
| Poste | SGD 128 - SGD 153 SGD 511 | 1 day |
| Tratamiento de Endodoncia (incluye poste y corona estándard) | SGD 830 - SGD 856 SGD 2,809 | |
| Tratamiento de Endodoncia (poste/núcleo y corona estándar incluidos) | SGD 1,066 - SGD 1,092 SGD 13,332 | 2 days |
| Tratamiento | Precio | Duración |
|---|---|---|
| Blanqueamiento Dental | SGD 281 - SGD 358 | 1 day |
| Blanqueamiento Dental Láser | SGD 281 - SGD 358 SGD 633 | 1 day |
| Blanqueamiento Dental, kit de aplicación en casa | SGD 223 - SGD 255 SGD 351 | 1 day |
| Extracción (muela del juicio) | SGD 236 - SGD 300 | 1 day |
| Extracción (quirúrgica o complicada) | SGD 236 - SGD 275 SGD 718 | 1 day |
| Extracción (Simple) | SGD 147 SGD 223 | 1 day |
| Incrustada/Sobrepuesta | SGD 690 SGD 1,149 | 2 days |
| Limpieza Dental Regular | SGD 281 - SGD 358 SGD 162 | 1 day |
| Limpieza profunda (por cuadrante) | SGD 319 - SGD 351 SGD 255 | 1 day |
| Relleno de Resina | SGD 96 - SGD 172 SGD 258 | 1 day |
| Relleno de Resina (2 superficies) | SGD 115 SGD 192 | 1 day |
| Relleno de Resina (3 superficies) | SGD 147 SGD 217 | 1 day |
| Tratamiento | Precio | Duración |
|---|---|---|
| Examen Inicial / Consulta | SGD 57 - SGD 77 SGD 230 | 1 day |
| Tratamiento | Precio | Duración |
|---|---|---|
| Aplicación de Flúor | SGD 51 | |
| Corona de Acero Inoxidable | SGD 153 | 1 day |
| Extracción (Primeros dientes) | SGD 89 - SGD 102 | 1 day |
| Frenectomía | SGD 511 - SGD 575 | |
| Gingivectomía | SGD 160 | 1 day |
| Gingivoplastia | SGD 192 - SGD 383 | |
| Guarda de noche (plástico duro) | SGD 230 SGD 958 | |
| Guarda de noche (plástico suave) | SGD 153 SGD 766 | |
| Mantenedor de espacio | SGD 179 - SGD 243 | |
| Profilaxis | SGD 77 | 1 day |
| Pulpotomía / Pulpectomía | SGD 153 | |
| Relleno de Resina Compuesta (Primeros dientes) | SGD 96 | |
| Sedación Intravenosa (por anestesiólogo) | SGD 447 SGD 3,193 | 1 day |
| Sellador | SGD 64 |
| Tratamiento | Precio | Duración |
|---|---|---|
| Brackets Convencionales | SGD 2,937 - SGD 3,831 | |
| Frenos Claros | SGD 4,342 - SGD 5,108 | |
| Frenos de Metal | SGD 2,937 - SGD 3,831 | |
| Invisalign® Full | SGD 3,576 - SGD 4,470 | |
| Retenedores | SGD 179 - SGD 230 |
I had the most pleasant experience with DRA.Maribel. She goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable and cared for. She explains everything she is doing and is making sure along the treatment process that you are pain free and comfortable. The dental office is always clean and tidy. The front desk attendant is very friendly, patient and helpful. She always greets you with a big smile. She is wonderful at answering all your questions. I absolutely love her. She provides excellent customer service. I have nothing but great things to say about my experience here at DRA.Maribel's office. I would highly recommend her to my friends and family. I have been seen by her three times and everytime has been a positive/great experience. If you have a fear of visiting the dentist, she is the one you need to see. She will make you feel safe, not judged and genuinely cared for. I will definitely keep coming back to see her.
I was initially hesitant about aligners, but I definitely felt how my teeth were moving according the plan. The staff was incredibly supportive and always available to work with my crazy schedule. My treatment started in Feb and last weekend was my last appointment. I'm thrilled with the outcome! The team Dentist, Drs and Orthodontist Calleja was professional and caring all the time. Highly recommend!
I traveled 3 hours from California just to get my teeth cleaned & cavity filled with Dra. Maribel. Very professional & a very beautiful office! I 100% recommend this place. Her & her assistants did an amazing job I’m very happy!
Dra. Maribel Martínez and Dra. Katia Barrera Aldai are both excellent dentists. My wife and I each had several procedures including crowns and replacing old amalgam fillings. Both are very happy with everything. Dra. Martinez speaks perfect English and explains things thoroughly, as does her staff. There is a secure underground parking valet in the building making things easy once You find the actual entrance to it. Prices were all less than half what our US DDS quoted us. Just make sure you plan to cross the border mid-day or against the morning/evening rush hours.
I 100% recommend Dr Maribel Martínez is very professional and kind, she made me feel very comfortable during my consultation, and she took her time explaining everything to me.
| MONDAY | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| TUESDAY | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| WEDNESDAY | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| THURSDAY | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| FRIDAY | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| SATURDAY | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| SUNDAY | - |