Prof. Dr. Rowan Vilar - Dental Implants and Venners Specialist

Doctor Rowan and his staff were very accommodating and I couldn't be happier with my decision to have them perform my veneer operation. His clinic is state of the art, by any measurable standard. Dr. Rowan was personally in constant communication with me before I arrived in Rio. He answered all my questions, putting me at ease and making me confident in my decision. The quality of work is excellent and I recommend them to anyone considering cosmetic dentistry.

Doctor Rowan and his staff were very accommodating and I couldn't be happier with my decision to have them perform my veneer operation. His clinic is state of the art, by any measurable standard. Dr. Rowan was personally in constant communication with me before I arrived in Rio. He answered all my questions, putting me at ease and making me confident in my decision. The quality of work is excellent and I recommend them to anyone considering cosmetic dentistry.

Dr. Rowan is a phenomenal dentist who cares about his patients. I highly recommend visiting him!

I live in Denmark. We also have good dentists here. They are pricy though. And, that's why I started searching for a trustworthy dentist to check on my oral health as well as aesthetics. I was considering veneers.

I was planning 2 weeks holiday to Rio, so I read many reviews of local dentists and tried to get as much information as I could about the procedures I was dreaming about: that perfect smile, without looking fake. That's how I found Dr. Rowan Vilar. Highly recommended by a previous Danish patient. I decided to write to Dr. Rowan.
The first thing that I liked about him it was the quick reply to my inquiring. He provided lots of information and the same week we scheduled our first Zoom consultation. I noticed that he was not in a hurry. With time and care, he provided again more in-depth information with PDFs and links.

A scanning was made in Denmark to give him a better idea of my teeth situation. Then, we had a second Zoom consultation. This time, I received a lecture of what was going on in my mouth and what we could do about to fix it, if I decided to proceed with treatment in his office. I felt secure that I would be in good hands. And now, my smile tells me I was/am. In Rio, great office located in Ipanema beach, just a few meters from the metro. The front desk staff, assistants and other doctors made me feel right at home immediately.

Everything was on time. In two weeks, I treated 2 canals, changed several old silver fillings for resin and put veneers on the upper teeth. Yes, I still had time to enjoy my vacation in Rio. I'll be back to get my lower teeth done next vacation. Oh yes! It's much cheaper than in Denmark.

I had 10 composite veneers along the top and bleaching along the bottom. I can not recommend Dr Rowan Vilar, Dr Gabriel Bessa and the team. A truly great experience from start to finish. They did everything in their power to ensure I was happy and comfortable including blankets, Netflix, music, snacks, drinks, air-con, and medication and were super informative throughout. There was constant communication and advice from them and I would recommend the team to anyone when they're in Rio. As I am from England they ensured they accommodated me in my short time frame and gave me priority for appointments which were suitable for me.

Outstanding service. Highest level of professionalism. Dr. Rowan gets it that it’s not only about physiological function but also about bespoke aesthetics. With unparalleled attention to detail and thoroughness, you get a roadmap based on the work to be done. Unfortunately I had to leave Rio earlier than planned and because of the pandemic I was not able to return for my treatment.

Good Day, Dental Care Seekers,

As an American who had received dental care in Thailand for the past 12 years, I found myself in need of finding an open country that could continue with the next phases of an implant that was started in Bangkok. Brazils open border to tourism and ease of entry during the pandemic had me now searching for a caring and well regarded dental provider to continue the process. I was lucky enough to identify Dr Rowan Vilar and his compassionate team of clinicians and assistants. E-Consults from afar were clear, caring and concise prior to making the trip and Dr Vilar takes extra time in producing a comprehensive care plan and even shares information on logistics,  stays, restaurants,  activities etc. which was greatly appreciated.

Comprehensive diagnostics that were performed were far superior to American or imaging I've had internationally. The multiple clinic locations Dr Vilar and his colleagues utilize are very clean and comfortable during your care and you are catered to with very good English and compassion during your visits. Assistance by his lovely team for transportation or suggestions on the area are happily facilitated if needed and you are always checked upon to ensure a safe hotel arrival and to ensure post-procedure safety and aftercare issues are remedied.

I must additionally highlight the provider's aseptic techniques during your time in the dental chair as all instruments are autoclaved and even sterile drapes are deployed over and above the typical single facial application. 

I also appreciated the extra pillows and blankets for comfort during long days in the chair.

His cosmetic colleague performs true dental veneer artistry and she should be a must for any patient wishing to also add any aesthetic needs onto their restorative ones. 

From a cost perspective, I can only equate to that of a Thai comparison but it is on par with what I am used to paying there. I believe you are discounted if paying cash in Brazil versus a credit card but I'm never comfortable bringing too much cash to any location or hotel safe internationally and may recall it being around a 9% savings with USD.

All told, Dr Vilar and his team are caring, professional and competent clinicians within their respective dental subspecialties and I would highly recommend them to any foreigners in search of quality care and outcomes from a dental tourism need.

Dr. Rowan Vilar - Ortodontia, Estética e Implantes, RJ
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I reached out because I wanted to replace silver fillings with composite and was happy to be offered a full assessment and recommendations of veneers to fix my bite issue. The staff was great and had an excellent experience.

I encountered Dr Rowan Vilar because of a recommendation from a trusted friend. And although both the global pandemic and the impact that had on my very local wallet, prevented me from experiencing treatment under his care ... please allow me a moment to express why he would have been my first choice.

I’ve been suffering for about a decade with poor dental health, so much so that the dental professionals in the Atlanta area would not perform regularly scheduled maintenance cleanings, for fear of a malpractice suit. I don’t have dental insurance and it has taken years for me to save the money needed to address my oral health.

I’ve searched several destinations abroad and even though Dr. Vilar’s wasn’t the least expensive, his review of my current health status and plan to restore me to good health was and remains BY Far, the most comprehensive, the easiest to understand, the most thought out, the most focused on both the physical and mental aspects of oral health, the most attuned to my specific satisfaction and the most considerate of my specific circumstances, that stood as a challenge for me, on the road to alleviating my dental pain and improving my oral health.

Here’s how.

I contacted his office on a weekend and received a return call before the weekend had ended. We shared 2 or 3 conversations at length, regarding my current status. In those conversations, we covered everything from the problems I was experiencing, to how I felt about appearance to what had prevented me from addressing the issues until now.

After gathering the information, he expressed a need for X-Rays, Pictures and I also had a topographical CD available. I sent it all to him and we scheduled a follow-up ZOOM call for a few days later.

I am NOT the most tech-savvy senior citizen in the world and Dr. Vilar was very patient with and helpful to me as I struggled via WhatsApp and ZOOM to connect ... but finally, when I did ... it was So Very Worth My While!

Dr. Vilar had prepared a presentation using my photos and that of successful projects he’d previously completed, to detail for me exactly what needed to be done and what I could expect as a finished product. He informed me of the extractions that were needed, those teeth he’d try to save and why ... as well as, the orthodontics and implants that were required to best restore my health. He not only explained what was needed but also why it was important. He addressed the timeline and commitments and was prepared to assist me with finding accommodations during my stay.

His English is flawless, pertinent because my Portuguese is non-existent! And, his communication style is very thorough. We’ve interacted for about a month and a half, with him checking in on my progress approximately every two weeks after our initial Zoom consultation before I realized that even though his fees were reasonable, less than half of what I was quoted in the US., and despite the fact that his proposed solution was by far the best. I simply couldn’t afford the best!

That said if I could have I most certainly would have. After having searched for nearly a decade and about a dozen countries in both Europe and south of the US. border, Dr. Vilar’s practise appears to be among the very best on the planet!

I went in to see Dr Rowan have my teeth cleaned. He was professional (they take a lot of precautions with the corona issue there is currently). The overall clean was very good, the clinic was very clean and I would recommend him.

I contacted Dr. Rowan after researching the best dentists in Rio as I am interested in cosmetic dentistry and will be travelling from the US to Brazil in the next few months. Dr Rowan is awesome. Not only is he very accredited, but he’s also very personable with an amazing bedside manner. He is thorough, thoughtful and easy to communicate with. Since I am not yet in the country Dr. Rowan was able to create a tentative new smile plan based on photos I emailed. We had an in-depth virtual Skype consultation where he patiently explained expectations versus reality and the best cosmetic options to fit my needs. Dr Rowan has communicated with me one on one from the beginning and I am very excited and confident to have him remake my smile in person soon!

It was a pleasure getting to see Dr Rowan. I think he is the best dentist I have ever been to and did an amazing job cleaning my teeth! He then helped me set up gum surgery in Rio. If you are in Rio and need a great dentist, don't look anywhere else, go see Dr Rowan. Thanks again for everything!

Dr. Vilar was outstanding in every aspect of my treatment. He responded to my request for information promptly and provided ongoing communication regarding a specific treatment plan and cost. I have a hyperactive gag reflex which makes dental treatment very difficult for me both physically and psychologically. Dr Villar set up the procedure under conscious sedation which made it carefree. My recovery from the sinus lift, bone graft and implant that he did was pain-free, my recovery was complete and quick. He speaks impeccable English although this was not a factor in choosing him as I can communicate effectively in Portuguese.

I am very pleased to have chosen him and am considering doing some cosmetic dentistry with him in the future. The clinic is modern, complete and very clean. I interviewed two other dentists, both of which were slightly less in cost but felt that he was a better choice overall. The marginally higher cost was well worth it.