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Kaver Dental Clinic is a long-established practice in San José, Costa Rica, focused on cosmetic smile makeovers, dental implants, crowns and veneers, dentures, and full-mouth rehabilitation. Founded by Dr. Luis Kaver, a pioneer in Costa Rican cosmetic dentistry, the clinic combines experienced specialists, modern equipment, and a fully owned on-site laboratory to deliver efficient, coordinated care for international patients.
You can expect bilingual coordination in English and Spanish, clear treatment timelines, and written aftercare. Many cosmetic cases finish in days thanks to the on-site lab. Implant treatments are generally two-stage: placement, healing, and final teeth. Sending recent X-rays or CT scans before you travel helps the team confirm options, costs, and timing at your first visit.
Fly into SJO, Juan Santamaría International Airport. Rides to central San José typically take about 20–35 minutes by authorized airport taxi or Uber, depending on traffic.
Where to stay: Numerous hotels are within short rideshare distance. Your advisor can suggest convenient areas and share the GPS pin for smooth arrival.
Dental Departures Customer Care can coordinate quotes, share availability, and sequence appointments around your travel free of charge.
Guarantees are typically procedure-specific, often covering lab-made work such as crowns, veneers, and bridges, plus implant components for a defined period. Coverage usually requires routine maintenance and following written aftercare. Before treatment, Dental Departures can request the clinic’s current written warranty for your exact plan, including what is covered, duration, how repairs or replacements are handled, and any exclusions, such as missed follow-ups.
The clinic is in central San José, close to hotels, shopping, and restaurants. From SJO Airport, take an authorized airport taxi or Uber. The ride usually takes about 20–35 minutes depending on traffic. After booking, your advisor can send the exact GPS location plus tips on nearby hotel zones that minimize travel time between appointments.
Clinics catering to international patients generally accept cash and major credit or debit cards. Some larger plans may allow bank transfers. Because card brands, any processor fees, and potential cash discounts can change, your advisor can confirm the exact accepted methods for your dates and note any deposit needed to reserve lab time or surgical blocks.
You can expect English and Spanish support at reception and chairside. Tell Dental Departures your preference when booking so they can schedule you with an English-speaking dentist or coordinator and prepare bilingual consent and aftercare documents.
Most implant plans are two-stage. Stage 1, implant placement, typically fits into 3–7 days with short checks. Stage 2, the abutment and final teeth, occurs after healing, also called osseointegration. If bone grafting or a sinus lift is required, timelines extend. Dental Departures can map visits around your travel and discuss temporary or provisional teeth while you heal.
Yes. The in-house laboratory helps shorten turnaround for crowns, veneers, bridges, and many cosmetic cases. For single-tooth work or small smile zones, results can often be delivered in a few days, while larger rehabilitations are sequenced to keep chair time efficient.
Yes. Your Dental Departures team can coordinate airport-to-hotel transport through trusted providers and suggest nearby hotels based on your schedule and budget. Share your flight details so the team can align transport with your appointment plan.
| Soins Dentaires | Prix | Durée |
|---|---|---|
Bridge en Porcelaine Supporté par des Implants, Arc Complet (avec 4 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8-10 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. | USD 14,000 USD 24,000 | 3 - 10 days |
Bridge en Porcelaine Supporté par des Implants, Arc Complet (avec 6 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8-10 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. | USD 17,850 USD 28,000 | 3 - 10 days |
Bridge en Porcelaine Supporté par des Implants, Arc Complet (avec 8 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8-10 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. | USD 21,700 USD 32,000 | 3 - 10 days |
Couronne d'implant standard (y compris pilier)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8 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. | USD 950 USD 3,850 | 8 days |
| Couronne en zircone sur implant (y compris pilier) | USD 1,050 | |
| Élévation sinusale | USD 1,500 USD 4,000 | |
| Greffe osseuse | USD 800 USD 2,000 | |
| Greffe osseuse (petite) | USD 350 USD 1,500 | |
Implant dentaire en titane standard (implant uniquement)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8 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. | USD 1,100 USD 2,200 | 5 days |
Implant en Titane (Avec pilier et couronne standard)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8 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. | USD 1,725 USD 3,900 | |
Prothèse Supportée par des Implants, amovible (avec 2 implants)Additional Notes$1500+ Locator attachments | USD 3,250 USD 6,900 | 3 - 10 days |
Prothèse Supportée par des Implants, amovible (avec 4 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8-10 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. | USD 6,500 USD 12,300 | 3 - 10 days |
Prothèse Supportée par des Implants, amovible (avec 6 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8-10 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. | USD 9,750 USD 17,700 | 3 - 10 days |
Prothèse Supportée par des Implants, amovible (avec 8 implants)Additional NotesFirst stage of implant placement: 3-5 days. Second stage, placement of permanent restorations: 8-10 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. | USD 13,000 USD 23,000 | 3 - 10 days |
| Système "All on Six" avec pont fixe en porcelaine | USD 16,000 |
| Soins Dentaires | Prix | Durée |
|---|---|---|
Couronne en porcelaine avec armature en métal (alliage standard) Additional Notes5-8 days are required for 1-5 crowns, 8-10 days required for 6+ crowns, and 10 days for full mouth crowns. | USD 450 USD 1,000 | 5 - 10 days |
Couronne en porcelaine\Couronne en céramiqueAdditional Notes5-8 days are required for 1-5 crowns, 8-10 days required for 6+ crowns, and 10 days for full mouth crowns. | USD 710 USD 1,050 | 5 - 10 days |
Couronne en Zirconium Additional Notes5-8 days are required for 1-5 crowns, 8-10 days required for 6+ crowns, and 10 days for full mouth crowns. | USD 710 USD 1,600 | 5 - 10 days |
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 | USD 250 - USD 300 USD 250 | 1 - 2 days |
Facette dentaire en Zirconium Additional Notes5 days are required for 1-5 veneers and 8 days required for 6+ veneers. | USD 710 USD 1,486 | 5 - 8 days |
| Placage de Zircone | USD 710 USD 1,400 | 5 - 10 days |
Porcelaine Fusionnée à la Couronne d'OrAdditional Notes5-8 days are required for 1-5 crowns, 8-10 days required for 6+ crowns, and 10 days for full mouth crowns. | USD 800 USD 1,600 | 5 - 10 days |
Porcelaine Fusionnée à la Couronne Métallique (alliage précieux)Additional Notes5-8 days are required for 1-5 crowns, 8-10 days required for 6+ crowns, and 10 days for full mouth crowns. | USD 600 USD 1,300 | 5 - 10 days |
| Soins Dentaires | Prix | Durée |
|---|---|---|
Dentier complet, dents en acryliqueAdditional NotesIf NO extractions are first required 5 days are needed for completion, if extractions ARE first required, 8 days are needed for completion. | USD 1,200 USD 1,800 | 5 - 8 days |
Dentier partiel, armature en acryliqueAdditional NotesIf NO extractions are first required 5 days are needed for completion, if extractions ARE first required, 8 days are needed for completion. | USD 1,800 - USD 2,000 USD 1,200 | 5 - 8 days |
Dentier partiel, armature en métalAdditional NotesIf NO extractions are first required 5 days are needed for completion, if extractions ARE first required, 8 days are needed for completion. | USD 1,500 USD 1,300 | 5 - 8 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. | USD 400 USD 450 | 1 day |
| Prothèse complète, Dents en Porcelaine (supérieure ou inférieure) | USD 1,500 USD 2,200 | 5 - 8 days |
Prothèse complète, Immédiate ou Cicatrisante (supérieure ou inférieure)Additional NotesIf NO extractions are first required 5 days are needed for completion, if extractions ARE first required, 8 days are needed for completion. | USD 400 USD 1,500 | 5 - 8 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 day is required. For a root canal treatment including the post & core build up and permanent crown restoration, 5 days are required. Root canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. Inquire further for your case. | USD 270 USD 800 | 1 - 5 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 day is required. For a root canal treatment including the post & core build up and permanent crown restoration, 5 days are required. Root canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. Inquire further for your case. | USD 310 USD 1,350 | 1 - 5 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 day is required. For a root canal treatment including the post & core build up and permanent crown restoration, 5 days are required. Root canal treatment time can vary based on prescence of infection on the tooth. Inquire further for your case. | USD 290 USD 1,150 | 1 - 5 days |
| Pilier | USD 200 USD 400 | 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. | USD 100 - USD 250 USD 202 | 1 day |
| Blanchiment des Dents | USD 315 | 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. | USD 315 USD 496 | 1 day |
Extraction (chirurgicale ou impactée)Additional NotesComplicated or surgical extractions can usually be completed in one visit. Consultation is first required. 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. Follow up(s) for check-up of healing and/or removal of sutures may be required. Inquire further for your case. | USD 300 USD 563 | |
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. | USD 100 USD 175 | 1 day |
| Incrustation/Onlay | USD 710 USD 900 | |
Nettoyage dentaire normalAdditional NotesRegular teeth cleaning can be completed in one appoinment. | USD 110 USD 127 | 1 day |
Nettoyage en profondeur, Détartrage & surfaçage radiculaireAdditional NotesPeriodontal 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. | USD 200 USD 200 | 1 day |
| Soins Dentaires | Prix | Durée |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation | USD 100 USD 180 | 1 day |
| Radio dentaire 3D | USD 140 USD 500 | 1 day |
| Radio dentaire panoramique | USD 80 USD 140 | 1 day |
| Radio dentaire simple | USD 20 USD 35 | 1 day |
| Soins Dentaires | Prix | Durée |
|---|---|---|
| Garde bouche de nuit (plastique dur) | USD 300 USD 750 | 1 - 2 days |
| Garde bouche de nuit (plastique souple) | USD 150 USD 600 | 1 - 2 days |
| Gingivectomie | USD 160 - USD 500 | |
| Sédation gazeuse | USD 175 USD 250 | |
Sédation IV (par anesthésiste)Additional Notes$500/first 2 hrs $100 each additional hour | USD 500 USD 2,500 |
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| MONDAY | 08:00 - 17:30 |
| TUESDAY | 08:00 - 17:30 |
| WEDNESDAY | 08:00 - 17:30 |
| THURSDAY | 08:00 - 17:30 |
| FRIDAY | 08:00 - 17:30 |
| SATURDAY | - |
| SUNDAY | - |