A dental implant is a surgical component that interfaces with the bone of the jaw or skull to support a dental prosthesis such as a crown, bridge, denture, facial prosthesis or to act as an orthodontic anchor. The basis for modern dental implants is a biologic process called osseointegration where materials, such as titanium, form an intimate bond to bone. The implant fixture is first placed, so that it is likely to osseointegrate, then a dental prosthetic is added. A variable amount of healing time is required for osseointegration before either the dental prosthetic (a tooth, bridge or denture) is attached to the implant or an abutment is placed which will hold a dental prosthetic.

All dentists performing dental implants should be licensed in one or both of the two areas of cosmetic dentistry:  Prosthodontics and Orthodontics. Also, depending on the procedures, all dentists performing dental implants should be familiar with full mouth reconstructive surgery, various types of imaging, CAD/CAM restoration etc.

Examples of associations dental implant surgeons should belong to:

  • The Costa Rican Dental Surgeons College
  • The American Dental Association
  • The American Association for Endodontics
  • The Costa Rican Academy of Endodontics
  • The Costa Rican Academy of Specialists in Periodontics

The best dental implant surgeons in Costa Rica:

Dr. Delfin Barquero Davinci's Esthetic and Implant Dentistry Costa RicaDr. Delfin Barquero                                        

DaVinci’s Esthetic and Implant Dentistry

 After graduating from Universidad de Costa Rica with his dental degree, Dr. Barquero earned prosthodontist certification. He has also completed implant training and coursework in functional occlusion and total prostheses. As the director at Davinci’s Designers Dental Group, Dr. Barquero prioritizes continuing education and is adamant that every patient be treated as a unique and precious individual.


Dr. Juan ManuelDr. Juan Manuel Donato Oral Med Costa RicaDr. Juan Manuel Donato      

Oral Med Center 

Dr. Juan Manuel Donato is a ADA MEMBER (American Dental Association) and he specializes in Implantology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.



Dr. Dario Chaves Dentist Costa RicaDr. Dario Chaves                                              

Chaves Dental Care

Dr. Darío Chaves graduated in 2002 as DDS from University of Costa Rica (UCR). Dr. Chaves opened his clinic in 2003 with one goal in mind: Give to the people on the Pacific Coast the best dental services available. In addition to state-of-the-art cosmetic procedures such as porcelain veneers, esthetic porcelain crowns, implants and teeth whitening, the clinic will take care of your general dental needs, such as non-surgical periodontal therapy, tooth-colored fillings, bridges, root canals, implants, dentures and partials.



What question to ask a dental implant surgeon:

  • How many procedures have you performed?
  • What’s your success rate?
  • What’s your education and training in dental implant treatment?
  • What treatment options do you use to restore missing teeth?
  • Which technique and type of replacement teeth or appliance do you recommend for me, and why?
  • What should I expect throughout the process in terms of pain, recovery time, eating, etc.?
  • What type of anesthesia do you use?
  • What are the risks of the treatment option you're recommending?
  • What are the benefits?

Can you share before-and-after pictures of other patients you have treated?