[RobOnTheCape]

I was wondering if anyone has any recommendations regarding specific dentists/offices in CR. I went to a dentist after skipping quite a few regular appointments, and he said that I needed one filling, but moreover, three crowns. I thought they would be around $350 per, but he laughed and said that that was about the going rate in Costa Rica, and that around where I am the rate is $1,000 per. I decided he was a great salesman for Costa Rican dentistry. I have found a few where the dentists are ADA certified, and the rates start at $250 per crown, and better, my insurance will pick up half.

So I can spend almost three thousand in a cramped office here, or have a nice 10 day visit to CR, and recoup under a palm tree somewhere down there. Though I've spoken to a few CR dentists, I was wondering if anyone has been to anyone specific down there, and how did things turn out.

Thanks

[imitchellg5]

Couldn't you just go to America for half of that price?

[RobOnTheCape]

Where in the states could I go and get three crowns for $375(after insurance reimbursement)? The travel and lodging I'd be spending anyways on the family winter vacation somewhere.

[imitchellg5]

Oh oops, didn't pay attention to the insurance part.

[Shaddim]

That's actually not a terrible idea, though it would inconvenient to schedule a follow-up if you're having a problem with one of your crowns.