Dental Treatment in Mexico: What to Know Before You Go
Border towns or resort cities, how to check a Mexican dentist's license, and what to plan for the trip home.
Border cities or resort cities
Border cities such as Tijuana and Los Algodones are close enough for a day trip from parts of the United States. Resort areas such as Cancun and Playa del Carmen suit patients who want to fly in and combine treatment with a stay.
Check the license
Search the dentist's name in the Registro Nacional de Profesionistas of the Secretaría de Educación Pública to confirm the cédula profesional. Specialists have a separate specialty cédula.
Check travel advice
The U.S. State Department publishes travel advisories for each Mexican state. Read the one for where you are going.
Get everything in writing
Ask for an itemized plan with materials and brands, and ask what happens if work needs to be redone after you get home.
Coming home
If you are crossing by land, allow for border wait times after treatment. Bring your records and receipts with you.
Ready to plan?
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