International Patient Center · Gangnam, Seoul
Dental Care in Seoul for International Patients
Personalized dental care for international residents and visitors, with multilingual support, clear treatment planning and convenient access from Gangnam Station.
- Consultations in English, coordinated by our patient team — Dr. Bae also communicates in English and Chinese
- Multilingual support: English, Chinese and Japanese staff on site during all clinic hours
- Treatment planning around your stay in Seoul — free preliminary review of your X-rays
- Written treatment plan and cost estimate before treatment begins
- English treatment records for follow-up at home
Appointments are confirmed after clinic review. Preliminary review of X-rays and CT scans is free.
Spanish · Russian · Arabic by arrangement Gangnam StationLine 2, Exit 12 — A-Tower 7F Phone+82-2-555-6633 WhatsApp+82-10-9268-8859 Clinic hoursMon–Fri 10:00–18:30
Sat 09:30–14:00 · Sun & holidays closed
Why Oaks Dental
Why International Patients Choose Oaks Dental
Oaks Dental Clinic has cared for international patients since 2010 — residents of Korea and visitors from the United States, Japan, China, Russia, Australia, Canada and Europe.
English-Speaking Consultation
Your consultation is coordinated by our English-speaking patient team, and an interpreter is with you throughout your visit. Dr. Chulmin Bae also communicates in English and Chinese.
In English we handle: appointment consultation, medical history interview, explanation of diagnosis, treatment plan explanation, cost explanation, consent forms, aftercare instructions, english treatment records, online consultation after you return home, insurance paperwork guidance.
Multilingual Patient Support
- English
- Dedicated interpreting staff on site during all clinic hours (2 staff members). Dr. Bae also communicates in English.
- Chinese (中文)
- Dedicated Chinese-speaking manager on site during all clinic hours. Dr. Bae also communicates in Chinese.
- Japanese (日本語)
- Dedicated Japanese-speaking manager on site during all clinic hours.
- Spanish · Russian · Arabic
- Available by advance arrangement — please mention your language when you contact us.
Convenient Gangnam Location
Oaks Dental Clinic is on the 7th floor of A-Tower, directly at Exit 12 of Gangnam Station (Line 2). Look for the pharmacy at street level. Parking is available.
Treatment Planning for Visitors
Tell us your travel dates and send your X-rays or CT before you fly. We review them free of charge, tell you what is realistic during your stay and propose a visit schedule. Whether treatment can be completed during your visit is confirmed after examination.
Digital Diagnosis and In-House Laboratory
- 3D CT (cone-beam CT) — Lets us see bone, nerves and roots in three dimensions before implant and surgical treatment.
- Digital panoramic X-ray — A full overview of your teeth and jaws on your first visit — and shareable with your dentist at home.
- Intraoral scanner — Digital impressions instead of impression trays — faster, more comfortable and ready for CAD/CAM design.
- Dental operating microscope — Magnification for precise root canal, restorative and surgical work.
- CAD/CAM and 3D printer — Crowns, veneers and other restorations are designed digitally and produced in-house.
- Painless anaesthesia equipment — Computer-controlled anaesthetic delivery to reduce discomfort during injections.
Oaks Dental Clinic has its own dental laboratory (milling units: MC XC, MC X5 and Lilivis). All restorations except dentures and orthodontic appliances are made in-house, which shortens fabrication time — an advantage when your stay in Seoul is short.
Overseas Follow-up Support
You leave with written aftercare instructions in English and, on request, English treatment records covering the treatment performed, tooth numbers, implant brand and specifications, materials, medication, imaging and your future plan. Online consultation after you return home is always available by email, WhatsApp or WeChat.
Treatments
Dental Treatments for International Patients
The number of visits and treatment duration depend on your diagnosis. A personalized treatment plan will be provided after examination.
Dental Implants
A fixed replacement for missing teeth, planned on 3D CT.
Surgery often possible in 3–7 daysRead more →Crowns and Bridges
Protect a damaged tooth or replace a missing one — made in our own laboratory.
Porcelain 3–7 days · Zirconia 1–2 weeksRead more →Porcelain Veneers and Smile Design
Thin ceramic veneers to improve shape, colour and alignment — possible in 1–2 days.
Possible in 1–2 days · 7 days recommendedRead more →Invisalign and Clear Aligners
Discreet teeth straightening — best for residents or patients who can return.
Not a short-stay treatmentRead more →Root Canal Treatment
Save an infected tooth instead of extracting it — allow 1–2 weeks with a crown.
1–2 weeks with a crownRead more →Gum Treatment
From professional cleaning to periodontal treatment for bleeding or receding gums.
Cleaning possible in 1–2 daysRead more →Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Removal of painful or impacted wisdom teeth, planned on 3D CT.
Possible in 3–7 daysRead more →Emergency Dental Care
Same-day treatment during clinic hours for pain, broken teeth and lost crowns.
Same day during clinic hoursRead more →Check-ups and Cleaning
Examination, digital X-rays and professional cleaning in a single visit.
Single visit · 1–2 daysRead more →Teeth Whitening
Professional in-clinic whitening — completed during a 1–2 day stay.
Possible in 1–2 daysRead more →Short-term visitors
Planning Dental Treatment During Your Stay in Seoul
Examples of what is often possible, based on how long you will be in Seoul.
1 – 2 days in Seoul
- Check-up and consultation
- Digital X-ray / 3D CT
- Professional cleaning (scaling)
- Teeth whitening
- Porcelain veneers (in-house laboratory)
- Same-day emergency treatment
Veneers are possible in 1–2 days, but for cosmetic work we recommend allowing about 7 days so there is time for adjustments.
3 – 7 days in Seoul
- Dental implant surgery (placement stage)
- Porcelain crowns
- Tooth extraction, including wisdom teeth
- Veneers and cosmetic crowns with time for adjustments
Implants usually need a second visit for the final crown after healing. We recommend about 7 days for cosmetic treatments such as veneers and crowns.
1 – 2 weeks in Seoul
- Root canal treatment
- Zirconia crowns
- Combinations of the treatments above
Dentures and orthodontic treatment (braces or clear aligners) are not suited to short stays — they are best for residents of Korea or patients who can plan return visits.
These are general examples. What is actually possible depends on your oral condition, inflammation, bone condition and laboratory schedule, and is confirmed after examination.
Process
How It Works
From your first message to your follow-up after you return home.
Contact us before you travel
Tell us the treatment you are interested in, your current symptoms, how long you will be in Seoul and your preferred dates. If you have X-rays, CT scans, photos or previous records, send them by email or WhatsApp.
Free preliminary review
Dr. Bae reviews your information and our team replies with a first indication of whether treatment is possible, which tests are needed, the expected visit schedule and available appointment times. A preliminary review is not a final diagnosis — that is made after examination at the clinic.
First visit in Seoul
Medical history interview, oral examination, X-ray or CT, consultation with the dentist, explanation of your treatment plan and a written cost estimate. Your visit schedule is confirmed at this stage.
Treatment
Treatment follows the plan you agreed to. If anything needs to change, we explain it first and proceed only with your consent. Everything is recorded in your file.
Before you fly home
We check your treatment results, give you written aftercare instructions in English, provide your English treatment records on request, explain any follow-up you will need and show you how to reach us online after you return.
Appointment confirmation
Submitting a request does not confirm an appointment. The clinic confirms it after review:
- Enquiry received
- Review of your records
- Your details collected
- Dates proposed
- You confirm
- Appointment confirmed by the clinic
You will receive a message saying “Appointment Confirmed” once the clinic has confirmed your date.
Your dentist
Meet Your Dentist
Costs
Treatment Costs and Written Estimates
Your exact treatment cost is decided after examination. Before treatment begins you receive a written treatment plan and cost estimate in Korean won, including VAT.
Number of teeth
How many teeth are treated is usually the biggest factor.
Complexity
Inflammation, bone condition and the difficulty of the procedure.
Materials
Implant brand and crown or veneer material affect the price.
Bone grafting
Needed only when the bone is not sufficient for an implant.
Additional tests
CT scans or other diagnostics beyond the standard examination.
Sedation
Sedation, when requested and suitable, is a separate item.
Laboratory work
Custom restorations made in our in-house laboratory.
Number of visits
Your schedule and treatment plan determine how many visits are needed.
What you can expect
- Written treatment plan and estimate before treatment — no additional treatment without explanation and your consent
- Diagnostic fees, CT, temporary teeth and medication may be charged separately; anything that applies is quoted in writing beforehand
- A free preliminary estimate range when you send your X-rays before travelling
- Exchange rates change — estimates are fixed in Korean won
Payment and insurance
- Accepted: Cash, Korean and overseas credit cards, Bank transfer, Mobile / simple payment, Overseas remittance
- Instalment or stage-by-stage payment: residents of Korea only
- We do not bill international insurers directly, but provide english diagnosis certificate, english receipts, itemised statement of charges, treatment plan, imaging (x-ray / ct), treatment records for your claim
- Cosmetic prosthetic treatment (e.g. veneers): 10% deposit to secure the appointment
After treatment
Aftercare and Warranty Information
Warranty periods
| Treatment | Warranty | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Dental implants | 3 – 5 years, depending on the implant brand | For patients who return for regular check-ups |
| Crowns | 1 year | — |
| Porcelain veneers | 1 year | — |
| Orthodontic appliances | 1 year | — |
| Onlays | Covered — the period is stated in your written treatment plan | — |
Exclusions and the procedure for warranty requests from overseas are confirmed in writing before treatment. Implant and cavity treatments require follow-up visits.
After you return home
- Written aftercare instructions in English
- English treatment records on request (treatment performed, tooth numbers treated, implant brand and specifications, restoration materials, prescribed medication and more)
- Online consultation is always available — email, WhatsApp or WeChat
- If something feels wrong, contact us first: we will look at your photos or description and advise on the next step
Location
Visit Oaks Dental in Gangnam
Address
7F A-Tower, 105 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06134, Korea
서울특별시 강남구 테헤란로 105, A타워 7층
Show your taxi driver: 테헤란로 105 A타워
Getting here
- Subway: Line 2, Gangnam Station, Exit 12 — the building is directly at the exit (A-Tower, pharmacy at street level)
- From Incheon Airport: airport limousine bus to Gangnam Station
- From Seoul Station: subway to Gangnam Station
- Parking: available in the building
Clinic hours
- Monday – Friday10:00 – 18:30
- Saturday09:30 – 14:00
- Lunch break (Mon – Fri)13:00 – 14:00
- Sunday & public holidaysClosed
Nearby hotels: AC Hotel by Marriott Seoul Gangnam, Shilla Stay Yeoksam, Josun Palace Seoul Gangnam, InterContinental Seoul.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do the dentists speak English?
Consultations are coordinated by our English-speaking patient team, and an interpreter is with you throughout your visit. Dr. Chulmin Bae also communicates in English and Chinese. Diagnosis, treatment plans, costs, consent forms and aftercare instructions are all explained in English.
Can I receive treatment during a short stay in Seoul?
Yes, many treatments can be completed during a short visit. As a guide: 1–2 days for check-ups, cleaning, whitening and veneers; 3–7 days for implant surgery, porcelain crowns and extractions; 1–2 weeks for root canal treatment and zirconia crowns. Dentures and orthodontic treatment are not suited to short stays. For cosmetic work we recommend allowing about 7 days. The exact schedule depends on your diagnosis.
Can I send my X-rays before visiting?
Yes. Send your panoramic X-ray, CT scan, photos of your teeth, existing treatment plan, English medical records, blood test results or medication list by email or WhatsApp. The preliminary review is free, and we reply with whether treatment is likely to be possible, the expected number of visits and duration, an estimated cost range, the tests you will need and available dates. A preliminary review is not a final diagnosis.
Can a dental implant be completed in one trip?
We aim to complete as much as possible in a single trip, but implants need healing time before the final crown is fitted, so most patients return for a second visit. Whether the surgical stage fits your trip depends on your bone condition and whether bone grafting is needed. Implant patients also need to return for regular check-ups, which is a condition of the implant warranty. After reviewing your X-ray or CT we will tell you what is realistic during your stay.
Do you provide emergency dental treatment?
Yes. Same-day emergency treatment is available during clinic hours for severe toothache, broken teeth, lost crowns or temporary teeth, implant prosthesis problems, gum swelling, wisdom tooth pain, bleeding and dental injuries. No prior appointment procedure is required, but calling ahead helps us prepare. We are not a 24-hour service and cannot provide emergency care at night, on Sundays or on public holidays.
Do you accept international insurance?
We do not bill international insurers directly. We provide all the documents you need to claim reimbursement from your insurer: an English diagnosis certificate, English receipts, an itemised statement, your treatment plan, imaging and treatment records.
Is my online appointment immediately confirmed?
No. Submitting the form is an appointment request. The clinic reviews your information, collects any details still needed, proposes dates, and confirms the appointment after you accept — you will receive a message saying "Appointment Confirmed".
What happens if I have a problem after returning home?
Contact us by email, WhatsApp or WeChat — online consultation after you return home is always available. We will look at your description or photos and advise on the next steps. Implant and cavity treatments require follow-up visits, and warranty conditions apply; see our Aftercare and Warranty page.
Tell Us About Your Dental Needs
Send us the treatment you are interested in, your current symptoms and how long you will be in Seoul. We reply with available dates, what to prepare and what is realistic during your stay.
Appointments are confirmed after clinic review. Preliminary review of your X-rays is free.
Medical information on this page was prepared for Oaks Dental Clinic and is reviewed by Dr. Chulmin Bae, Head Director — final clinical review pending before publication. Page last updated 2026-08-27. This page is general information, not a diagnosis; treatment decisions are made after examination at the clinic.