Coming from the U.S.
Dental care in Tijuana for U.S. patients
Many of our patients come from San Diego, Los Angeles and other parts of the U.S., and our team speaks English. Here is how to plan your visit, from your first message to the drive back home.
Why patients cross the border for dental care
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Lower cost
Dental treatment in Mexico usually costs less than the same treatment in the United States.
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Close to home
We are in Plaza California, Zona Río, about 10 minutes by car from the San Ysidro port of entry.
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Since 1999
Our clinic has been caring for patients from Tijuana, San Diego and the rest of California for more than 25 years.
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We speak English
Our team speaks English, so you can ask questions and review your treatment plan in your own language.
How to plan your visit
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Tell us about your case
Message us on WhatsApp with what you need. If you have recent X-rays or photos of your teeth, send them too.
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Get your plan and dates
We explain your options, the number of visits and the cost, and we schedule appointments that fit your trips.
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Cross the border
Drive across at San Ysidro and follow our route video, or walk across and take a taxi or ride-share for the short trip to Zona Río.
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Your appointment
Come to José Clemente Orozco 2340, Suite 208, Plaza California. Our hours are Mon–Sat, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
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Back home
Keep your documents at hand for the return crossing, and write to us on WhatsApp if you have any questions after your treatment.
What to bring
- A valid document to return to the U.S. by land. For U.S. citizen adults: a passport, a passport card, an enhanced driver’s license or a SENTRI, NEXUS or FAST card. Check the requirements on the CBP website, especially if you travel with children or are not a U.S. citizen.
- Your recent X-rays, if you have them.
- A list of your medications and any allergies.
- Time in your schedule. The return crossing can take a while at busy hours.
Crossing tips
- Check the border wait times before you leave and before you head back.
- Entering Mexico is usually quick. Most of the wait is on the way back into the U.S.
- With SENTRI, or a card that works in the Ready Lane, the return is usually faster.
- Before your trip, read the U.S. State Department’s travel information for Mexico.
How many visits each treatment takes
Every case is different. These are typical numbers, and we confirm yours after the diagnosis.
- Crowns and bridges Usually two visits.
- Veneers and onlays Usually two visits.
- Dental implants At least two visits, with a few months of healing in between.
- Root canal One or two appointments, plus a crown when the tooth needs one.
- Braces Regular adjustment visits for many months.
Coming from the U.S.
Getting here from the border
We are in Plaza California, in Zona Río, about 10 minutes by car from the San Ysidro crossing. Watch the route before your visit so you know exactly where to go and where to park.
Play video: How to get to our dental clinic from the border 
Play video: How to get to the parking near our dental clinic Questions from U.S. patients
Do you speak English?
Yes. Our team speaks English and Spanish, so you can ask questions, review your treatment plan and follow up on WhatsApp in English.
How far is the clinic from the border?
About 10 minutes by car from the San Ysidro port of entry. We are in Plaza California, Suite 208, in Zona Río, Tijuana.
What documents do I need to return to the U.S.?
U.S. citizen adults returning by land can present a valid U.S. passport, a passport card, an enhanced driver’s license or a trusted traveler card such as SENTRI, NEXUS or FAST. Requirements are different for children and for non-U.S. citizens, so check U.S. Customs and Border Protection before your trip.
Can I send my X-rays before I travel?
Yes. Send them on WhatsApp with a short description of what you need. We will tell you whether they are enough or whether we need to take new ones at your visit.
How do I get from the border to the clinic?
By car, following our route video from the border, or walking across and taking a taxi or ride-share. There is parking near the clinic, and our second video shows how to get there.
How many trips will my treatment take?
It depends on the treatment. Crowns and veneers usually take two visits, implants take at least two visits a few months apart, and braces need regular visits. We plan the appointments around your travel dates.
What if I have a question after I get home?
Write to us on WhatsApp. If something needs to be checked in person, we will schedule a follow-up visit with you.
More about border documents on the U.S. Customs and Border Protection website.
Plan your visit with us
Tell us what you need and your travel dates on WhatsApp. We will help you plan every step.