DSD - Digital Smile Design San José

Accompanied by my wife I first attended the Dr. Marco Muñoz Cavallini International Dental Clinic in January 2013. Because my teeth were in terrible shape I wanted to have a full restoration that would provide me with two arches of new implant-supported teeth. It was agreed before I arrived that I should allow for one week per arch so I made arrangements to stay for two weeks. A treatment plan was agreed on day one but when I was being prepared for my first surgery session Dr. Marco became concerned that my heart was beating irregularly. He was so concerned that he sent for para-medics and I ended up being taken to the hospital emergency room where I was seen by a cardiologist. Although I was discharged later the same day Dr. Marco explained to me that it would not be possible for me to undergo any oral surgery until my heart condition had been treated. During this whole episode, I was accompanied by Anna, a bilingual member of the dental clinic’s staff, who took care of all of the arrangements. She did a wonderful job. We (my wife and I) returned to the USA the next day. My heart condition was subsequently diagnosed and I was required to have a heart pacemaker which was fitted in July 2013. In September my doctor cleared me for oral surgery and we returned to the dental clinic at the end of November. We stayed for two weeks and I received complete new upper and lower teeth consisting of 27 crowns supported by 10 implants. Some of my natural teeth were extracted and others ground down. My permanent new teeth were fitted on the last Friday of my stay and we returned to the USA the next day. All the surgery was performed under local anaesthetic and was virtually pain-free. The most uncomfortable part of the treatment was the taking of the impressions for the temporary dentures and the permanent teeth and the pressing into a place of the new teeth this being due to the pressure that had to be exerted to ensure a good fit and a strong bonding of the cement. My new teeth felt quite comfortable straight away and have been completely problem-free for the 7 years since I received them. The only money that I have spent at the dentist has been for routine check-ups. I cannot be categorical but it is my belief that I would have spent more money repairing and maintaining my “old” teeth than I spent on acquiring my new teeth. With regard to the way the clinic operates, as other patients have noted, appointment times are virtually meaningless but nevertheless in my case whatever was scheduled to take place on any given day always did indeed take place on that day but much time was inevitably spent waiting. We stayed in the “on-site’ accommodation which is relatively austere but totally adequate and of course very convenient. The clinic is located within walking distance of the centre of San Jose. Although it is impossible to project the future, based on my experience to date, I count my decision to become a patient of the Dr. Marco Clinic one of the best I have made and I recommend this clinic without reservation.

This was my second visit to this clinic and it was a great experience both times. Dr. G is very caring and handled my nervousness with great patience. I had extensive work - root canal, implants, small bridge, tooth rebuilt, and bite adjustment. All without pain then or after. Doctor and Jorge both contacted me after I returned home to ask how I was doing. If you need dental work - contact this office. They'll give you an early estimate before you go - and you'll save hundreds of dollars. (I saved thousands of dollars over what I would pay in the States), and your pain will be minimal or even non-existent.

I first got to know about the services provided by the Clinic from Facebook advertising and I also knew about Clear Choice in the US. After doing some research I found out that there was persons from my country who had already visited this same clinic and hearing about their experiences it made it quite easier to make the decision to travel to Costa Rica. My treatment included extractions and implant preparations. My overall experience was pleasant and satisfying. Gariel Fallas along with his team was professional and courteous with all my arrangements from I left Nassau, Bahamas and arrived at San Jose airport in Costa Rica my transportation was ready and available. They made sure I was comfortable with whatever I needed to make my trip a great experience. I look forward to returning for my follow-up and spreading the word about the services rendered at the Clinic. Thank you for everything.