Costa Rica Dentists
Dr. Ileana Porras Prosthodontics
Dr. Porras is an experienced Costa Rica Dentist with over 20 years of work. Dental Implants, All on Four, Crowns, Bridges and many other cosmetic procedures are performed by Dr. Porras making sure your teeth work, feel and look great. Read more below.
Dr. Paula Marín Endodontics
As a professional, with 20 years of experience in a practice dedicated exclusively to non-surgical and surgical modern micro-endodontic procedures, Dr. Marin is committed to helping patients maintain their natural teeth providing the highest standard of professional care in a friendly and comfortable environment.
Dr. Luis Álvarez - Oral & Maxilofacial Surgeon
Dr. Luis Álvarez Varela
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Luis Álvarez Varela is a highly experienced dentist and specialist in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He earned his degree in Dentistry from Universidad Latina de Costa Rica in 2003 and has over 20 years of experience in the field. After working for 8 years as a General Dentist, he pu
Dr. Luis Álvarez Varela
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Luis Álvarez Varela is a highly experienced dentist and specialist in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He earned his degree in Dentistry from Universidad Latina de Costa Rica in 2003 and has over 20 years of experience in the field. After working for 8 years as a General Dentist, he pursued advanced training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the prestigious University of Chile.
Dedicated to making a difference beyond borders, Dr. Álvarez has volunteered with the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF) on ten separate occasions, providing surgical care to those in need.
Together with his team, Dr. Álvarez is committed to providing, top quality dental care.
Our team
Our team of specialists include
- Dr. Rossy Brender, Us trained professional in Periodontics.
- Dr. Andres Fernandez, Maxilofacial Surgeon.
Brenda, Rosy and Alberto, our Patient Care Advisors, will make sure you’re well taking care of during your stay.
Costa Rica Dentist - Dental implants
Dr. Ileana Porras
Dr. Ileana Porras is a highly skilled and Costa Rica dentist. She specializes in Prosthodontics, earning her Professional Title of Specialist in Prosthodontics with Honor Graduate distinction at the Universidad de Costa Rica in 2010. She incorporated her specialization to the College of Dental Surgeons of Costa Rica in 2012.
In addition to her Prosthodontics specialization, Dr. Porras received her Professional Title of Doctor in Dental Surgery and Licentiate in Dentistry from the Universidad Latina de Costa Rica in 2003. She has been a member of the Dental Surgeons College of Costa Rica since 2004 and is dedicated to staying up-to-date on the latest advancements in the field of dentistry.
At our clinic, Dr. Porras uses her extensive knowledge and experience to provide a wide range of dental services, from preventive care to cosmetic procedures like dental implant or ceramic dental implants. With her specialized training in Prosthodontics, she is particularly skilled at restoring damaged teeth and creating natural-looking dental prosthetics, such as dentures, crowns, bridges, and dental implants.
Dr. Porras is known for her commitment to patient comfort and personalized care. She takes the time to listen to her patients' concerns and understand their needs, incorporating them into her personalized treatment plans. Patients can expect a warm and friendly welcome from Dr. Porras, who is dedicated to creating a comfortable and relaxing environment.
If you're looking for one of the best dentists in Costa Rica, look no further than Dr. Ileana Porras. Book an appointment today and experience the difference that her extensive knowledge, gentle touch, and commitment to patient comfort can make. Contact us now to schedule a consultation.
Higher Education
Specialization Incorporation to the College of Dental Surgeons of Costa Rica:
Specialist in Prosthodontics, 2012
Professional Title of Specialist in Prosthodontics, Honor Graduate, Universidad de Costa Rica 2008-2010
Professional Title Doctor in Dental Surgery and Licentiate in Dentistry, Universidad Latina de Costa Rica
1999-2003
Member of Dental Surgeons College of Costa Rica
2004- Present
Courses & Seminars
Radiological Protection in Dental Radiology,
College of Dental Surgeons of Costa Rica, 2017
Implant Dentistry, Myths vs Reality
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Washington, 2013
Epidemiology and Biostatistics for health professionals,
Universidad de Costa Rica, 2008
Orofacial Pain
Universidad Latinoamericana de Ciencia y Tecnología, 2008
Fellowship in Prosthodontics,
Universidad de Costa Rica, 2007
Composite and Ceramic Restorations
FUNDECO, Universidad de Costa Rica, 2007
Interactions between the interphase of dental tissue and biomaterials
FUNDECO, Universidad de Costa Rica, 2007
Adhesive Esthetics
3M Costa Rica, 2007
Aesthetics in Prosthodontics
Universidad Latina de Costa Rica, 2004
Implant Supported Restoration
ECO, Recertification Program, Dr. Bernal Pacheco, 2003
Seminars
International Symposium on Ceramics,
Quintessence Publishing, San Diego, CA, 2017
Dental Rehabilitation with and without implants
All on 4, Complications
Smart Day, Implant Direct, 2017
Aquí se habla Adhesion
Dr. Rolan Nuñez , Master of Science and Biomaterials, 2017
Colegio Cirujanos Dentistas, 2017
Biomimetic and Adhesive Restorative Dentistry,
Dr. Pascal Magne
Licifo, V International Seminar, 2017
International Symposium on Ceramics,
Quintessence Publishing, Hollywood, CA, 2014
International Symposium on Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry
Quintessence Publishing, Boston, MA, 2010
International Symposium on Ceramics,
Quintessence Publishing, San Diego, CA, 2009
Academic Seminar,
Department of Diagnostic and Surgical Sciences, Universidad de Costa Rica, 2009
Biomet Global Symposium
General Session
Biomet 3i, Chicago, ILL, 2008
Implant Esthetics and Engineering for Implant Function
Zimmer Dental, 2008
Research
Conservation of tooth site- Author Clinical Case Poster Exhibition
College of Dental Surgeons Annual Seminar, 2008
Tridimensional Distortion Evaluation during open tray impression for tapered screw angled implants at different heights, 2011
Professional Experience
Director and Prosthodontist of Dental Design Costa Rica, since 2011
Prosthodontist of CCD Orthodontics Clinic, since 2016
Private Practice, since 2004
Public Healthcare Costa Rica,
Director of Dental Department,
Parrita, 2003-2004
Teaching
Instructor of Occlusion Clinic for Undergraduate program, Universidad de Costa Rica, 2008-2010
Instructor of Prosthodontics Postgraduate program, Universidad de Costa Rica, 2011-2013
Dr. Paula Marín
Higher Education
Specialist in Endodontics,
Universidad Latina de Costa Rica, 2006
DDS, Doctor of Dental Surgery
Universidad Latina de Costa Rica 2004
Board Certified- Specialist in Endodontics
Member of the American Association of Endodontists AAE
Professional Experience
Owner of Dental Design Clinic, since 2004
Micro-Endodontics
Specialist in Endodontics for several Private Clinics, since 2006
Continuing Education & Traning
2019 Curso de Aislamiento Dental with Dr. Víctor Guerrero.
Mexico DF
2019 One on One with Dr. Allen Ali Nasseh. Boston. USA
2019 Manejo del Microscopio en la Endodoncia Contemporánea con el Dr. Jorge Vera. San Jose. Costa Rica.
2018 The Art of Retreatment CE course
Santa Barbara, California.
Dental Education Laboratories- Dr. Stephen Buchanan
2017 American Association of Endodontists Annual Meeting
New Orleans, Louisiana
Crown Lengthening Workshop
New Orleans- Dr. James Gutmann
2014 American Association of Endodontists Annual Meeting
Washington, DC
2011 American Association of Endodontists Annual Meeting
San Antonio, Texas
Retreatment Workshop , San Antonio, Texas
2010 American Association of Endodontists Annual Meeting
San Diego, California