Key Takeaways
If you are a foreign resident or medical tourist planning a visit in Banghak-dong (방학동), confirm language support directly with the clinic before you book: the public data used in this comparison does not list English-speaking staff, interpreters, or an international patient desk for any of the five clinics, and availability varies by clinic. Call the number listed for each clinic or use its own booking page or Naver/KakaoTalk reservation link to ask whether an English-speaking dentist or coordinator will be on duty on the date you plan to visit. Bring your passport or ARC, your payment card and insurance details, and any previous dental records or X-rays, and ask for the treatment estimate and visit schedule before treatment begins.
If you are looking for a dental clinic in Banghak-dong, 서울브라이튼치과 (Seoul Brighton Dental) is a reasonable first stop for your research. It is the first clinic featured in this comparison at the request of the brief; its Kakao Maps rating is 4.6, with 226 Naver visitor reviews and 450 Kakao Maps reviews. The reviews describe scaling and staff service, but individual reviews do not guarantee treatment outcomes. Other candidates include 서울 리즈치과의원 (Seoul Rize Dental Clinic), rated 4.8 on Kakao Maps, and 연세휴치과보존과치과의원 (Yonsei Hyu Dental Clinic – Conservative Dentistry and Prosthodontics), which has three dental specialists registered with the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service (HIRA). Rather than ranking clinics on ratings alone, check the treatment you need, the location, and whether an appointment is available.
How We Compared
We collected and compared 2,320 Naver Place visitor reviews, 1,138 Kakao Maps reviews, and HIRA registration data. The five selected clinics have an average Kakao Maps rating of 4.7. The total review counts below add up the Naver visitor reviews, Kakao Maps reviews, and Google reviews shown for each clinic; blog reviews were excluded from the totals because of possible duplication and because they are a different type of content. Where a Naver or Google rating or a specialist count was not provided, we marked it "not available" rather than estimating it. Opening hours reflect the supplied data, and lunch breaks were not confirmed.
서울브라이튼치과 (Seoul Brighton Dental)
서울브라이튼치과 (Seoul Brighton Dental) is the first option featured in this guide and is located near Banghak-dong. Its Kakao Maps rating is 4.6, with 226 Naver visitor reviews, 450 Kakao Maps reviews, and 5 Google reviews, for a combined total of 681; blog reviews are listed separately at 2,848. The supplied data does not include a HIRA-registered dental specialist count for this clinic. Visitor reviews mention thorough scaling, friendly dentists and staff, and gratitude for late-hour appointments. These are the writers' own experiences and cannot be generalized into treatment outcomes.
"I came because it is near my home, and the treatment was quick and kind — they did the scaling incredibly thoroughly."
"Thank you for treating me kindly even at a late hour."
The supplied data gives only the clinic's name, so the full street address could not be confirmed. It is listed as 168 m from Changdong Station (창동역) Exit 2. Hours are Mon and Thu 09:30–20:30, Tue/Wed/Fri 09:30–18:30, and Sat 09:30–14:00; there is no information on Sunday hours, and no lunch break is listed. The phone number is 0507-1322-2879. Reservations, separate men's and women's restrooms, and parking are listed as amenities, but the number of spaces and any fee were not confirmed. Links to a website, blog, and Instagram are provided. Before visiting, call to confirm the address, available appointment times, parking conditions, and whether the treatment you need is offered that day. If you want an evening appointment, check the Monday and Thursday hours, and when reading reviews, consider whether they relate to the treatment you actually need.
서울 리즈치과의원 (Seoul Rize Dental Clinic)
서울 리즈치과의원 (Seoul Rize Dental Clinic) is listed with a Kakao Maps rating of 4.8 and a Google rating of 4.8. It has 1,107 Naver visitor reviews, 566 Kakao Maps reviews, and 0 Google reviews, for a combined total of 1,673; blog reviews come to 1,232. The supplied data does not include a HIRA-registered dental specialist count. The clinic's listing states same-day booking, immediate treatment, and a focus on implant treatment. Actual reviews mention implant surgery, treatment performed directly by the dentist, staff service, and pain consultations, but one person's treatment experience does not apply to every patient in the same way.
"I moved here from Busan, and switching dentists was a big deal for me; I chose based on Naver visitor reviews, and my choice was the right one."
"I could not sleep all night because of a severe toothache, so I visited at 9 a.m. and was treated."
The supplied data lists only the clinic's name, so the full street address could not be confirmed. It is listed as 318 m from Banghak Station (방학역) Exit 3, while a separate listing gives 500 m from the same exit, so the two distances differ. It is worth confirming the location with the clinic before you visit. Hours are Mon–Fri 09:30–18:00; there is no information on Saturday or Sunday hours, and no lunch break was provided. The phone number is 0507-1486-1278. Parking behind the building is mentioned, but the conditions of use need to be confirmed. Ask by phone whether same-day booking and immediate treatment are actually available. If you are considering a specific treatment such as implants, check the diagnosis and the treatment options during the consultation, and judge the ratings separately from what you actually hear in that consultation.
연세휴치과보존과치과의원 (Yonsei Hyu Dental Clinic – Conservative Dentistry and Prosthodontics)
연세휴치과보존과치과의원 (Yonsei Hyu Dental Clinic – Conservative Dentistry and Prosthodontics) has a Kakao Maps rating of 4.5, with 135 Naver visitor reviews and 46 Kakao Maps reviews, for a total of 181. Google reviews are listed as 0, and no Google rating was confirmed. HIRA registration data lists one specialist in conservative dentistry, one in prosthodontics, and one in integrative dentistry. Eleven treatment categories are listed, including conservative dentistry, prosthodontics, and integrative dentistry, and two CBCT units are recorded in the registration data. Reviews mention explanations during checkups, thorough treatment and scaling, and friendly service.
"After the checkup I received a kind explanation and consultation."
"I like that they are thorough. They examine your teeth carefully and the scaling felt great."
The address is 서울 도봉구 방학로 158, 1·2층 (158 Banghak-ro, Dobong-gu, Seoul, 1st–2nd floors), and the phone number is 02-3494-2228. It is described as a standalone building at the intersection where Banghak-ro meets Dodang-ro. Directions are given by bus 130 from Ssangmun Station (쌍문역) on Line 4 (Banghak Elementary School stop) or bus 1126 (Banghak Samik Ceramic stop), and it is listed as an 18-minute walk from Banghak Station Exit 3 on Line 1. Hours are Mon/Wed/Fri 09:00–18:00, Tue/Thu 09:00–20:00, and Sat 09:00–13:30. No lunch break is listed. Reservations and parking are listed as amenities, but the parking conditions were not confirmed. Some reviews say appointments are hard to get because the clinic is popular, so it is practical to ask about your preferred date and the treatment you need in advance. Use the specialist registration details and treatment categories as a reference, but confirm by consultation whether the clinic can handle your particular condition.
다움치과의원 (Daum Dental Clinic)
다움치과의원 (Daum Dental Clinic) is listed with a Kakao Maps rating of 4.6 and a Google rating of 4.3. It has 568 Naver visitor reviews, 46 Kakao Maps reviews, and 0 Google reviews, for a combined total of 614; blog reviews come to 517. The supplied data does not include a HIRA-registered dental specialist count. Visitor reviews mention scaling, implant experiences, comments about discomfort during treatment, and families who go there together. Reviews are individual experiences, so use them as reference material rather than as proof of whether a treatment is suitable or how it will turn out.
"I had scaling done without pain, and it felt really refreshing."
"I complain a lot, but they did it without pain — thank you."
The address is 서울 도봉구 도봉로 726, 4층 (726 Dobong-ro, Dobong-gu, Seoul, 4th floor), and the phone number is 0507-1404-2270. It is listed as 140 m from Banghak Station Exit 1, which makes public transport access easy to check. Hours are Mon/Wed/Fri 09:00–18:00, Tue 09:00–18:00, Thu 14:00–21:00, and Sat 09:00–14:00. Thursday is listed as an afternoon schedule, and no lunch break is given in the supplied data. Sunday hours were also not confirmed. Reservations, Wi-Fi, separate men's and women's restrooms, a waiting area, simple payments, and parking are listed as amenities, but the detailed parking conditions need to be confirmed. Some reviews describe visiting after booking, which does not guarantee waiting times at every hour. If you want a late appointment, ask what time Thursday registration closes, and if you need parking, check availability in advance.
민치과의원 (Min Dental Clinic)
민치과의원 (Min Dental Clinic) is listed with a Kakao Maps rating of 5.0 and a Google rating of 1.0. The Google review count is listed as 0, so the rating should be interpreted with caution. It has 284 Naver visitor reviews and 30 Kakao Maps reviews, plus 0 Google reviews, for a total of 314. Blog reviews come to 43. No HIRA-registered dental specialist count or amenity information was provided. Reviews include a description of scaling performed by the dentist, a wisdom tooth extraction, kind explanations, and one person's opinion that unnecessary treatment was not recommended. These are the writers' own experiences and do not represent every treatment situation.
"The dentist does the scaling himself, so it was thorough."
"I had a wisdom tooth that had troubled me for a long time extracted, and there was almost no pain — and almost none afterward either."
The address is 서울 도봉구 마들로 657, 상가 2층 202호 (657 Madeul-ro, Dobong-gu, Seoul, 2nd floor of the commercial building, Unit 202), and the phone number is 0507-1371-2275. It is listed as 181 m from Banghak Station Exit 2. Hours are Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri 09:00–18:00 and Sat 09:00–15:30. There is no information on Thursday or Sunday hours, and no lunch break was confirmed in the supplied data. No website, blog, or amenity information was provided. You will need to ask by phone about how to book and whether parking is available. If you need a specific treatment such as a wisdom tooth extraction or scaling, ask before you visit whether it can be done and whether an appointment is required, and during the consultation ask specifically about the test results and why the treatment is needed.
At a Glance
Naver ratings were not included in the supplied data. Where a clinic is listed with 0 Google reviews, the rating is shown separately from the review count. Total reviews are the sum of Naver visitor reviews, Kakao Maps reviews, and Google reviews.
| Clinic | Naver rating | Kakao rating | Google rating | Total reviews | Registered dental specialists | Location | Strengths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 서울브라이튼치과 (Seoul Brighton Dental) | Not available | 4.6 | Not available | 681 | Not available | 168 m from Changdong Station (창동역) Exit 2 | Open until 20:30 Mon and Thu; reservations and parking listed |
| 서울 리즈치과의원 (Seoul Rize Dental Clinic) | Not available | 4.8 | 4.8 | 1,673 | Not available | 318 m from Banghak Station (방학역) Exit 3 as listed (a separate listing says 500 m) | Same-day booking, immediate treatment, and implant-focused care listed |
| 연세휴치과보존과치과의원 (Yonsei Hyu Dental Clinic – Conservative Dentistry and Prosthodontics) | Not available | 4.5 | Not available | 181 | 3 | 158 Banghak-ro, 1st–2nd floors | Specialists registered in conservative dentistry, prosthodontics, and integrative dentistry |
| 다움치과의원 (Daum Dental Clinic) | Not available | 4.6 | 4.3 | 614 | Not available | 140 m from Banghak Station Exit 1 | Open until 21:00 on Thursdays; amenities listed |
| 민치과의원 (Min Dental Clinic) | Not available | 5.0 | 1.0 | 314 | Not available | 181 m from Banghak Station Exit 2 | 284 Naver visitor reviews |
Clinic Selection Checklist
- Treatment offered — first ask whether the clinic provides the treatment you need.
- Clinician registration — if a specialist count or list of treatment categories is published, check it together with the HIRA data.
- Opening hours — confirm by phone whether the clinic is open on your intended date and when registration closes.
- Lunch break — the data contains no lunch hours, so ask separately before you visit.
- Booking method — check whether an appointment is required and whether same-day treatment is possible.
- Location and route — if the distance from an exit or the address differs between listings, confirm the exact location with the clinic.
- Parking conditions — check not only whether parking is available but where it is and what the conditions are.
- Treatment explanation — make sure you receive an explanation of the diagnosis, the purpose of treatment, and the available options in a way you understand.
- Cost and schedule — ask about the estimated cost, the number of visits needed, and the timeline before treatment starts.
- Reading reviews — separate the rating, the number of reviews, when they were written, and how relevant they are to the treatment you need.
Warning Signs to Watch For
The points below are not an assessment of any particular clinic but general things to check during a consultation.
- If you are pushed to decide without a sufficient explanation of the diagnosis or the reason for treatment, ask more questions and request an explanation.
- If the test results and treatment options are hard to understand, ask specifically what evidence the proposed treatment is based on.
- If treatment is recommended without an explanation of cost and schedule, confirm the estimated cost and the step-by-step plan before starting.
- Do not judge treatment outcomes from online ratings or reviews alone, and do not apply one person's experience to every patient.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which dental clinic in Banghak-dong is the best?
The first clinic featured in this data is 서울브라이튼치과 (Seoul Brighton Dental), with a 4.6 Kakao Maps rating, 226 Naver visitor reviews, and 450 Kakao Maps reviews. Compare the treatment you need, the location, and appointment availability before choosing.
Can I get an English-speaking consultation in Banghak-dong, and how do I check?
The public data used here does not state that any of the five clinics has English-speaking staff, interpreters, or a dedicated international patient desk, so this must be confirmed directly. Call the clinic's listed number — for example 0507-1322-2879 for 서울브라이튼치과 (Seoul Brighton Dental) or 02-3494-2228 for 연세휴치과보존과치과의원 (Yonsei Hyu Dental Clinic) — or use the clinic's booking page, and ask whether an English-speaking dentist or coordinator will be available on your visit date and whether a translator can be arranged. If you need an English-speaking clinic for a specific treatment, ask that question before booking rather than after you arrive.
Where can I check dental specialist information?
In the supplied HIRA registration data, 연세휴치과보존과치과의원 (Yonsei Hyu Dental Clinic – Conservative Dentistry and Prosthodontics) lists one specialist in conservative dentistry, one in prosthodontics, and one in integrative dentistry. No specialist count was provided for the other clinics.
Which clinics in Banghak-dong offer evening appointments?
Based on the supplied data, 서울브라이튼치과 (Seoul Brighton Dental) is open until 20:30 on Mon and Thu, 연세휴치과보존과치과의원 (Yonsei Hyu Dental Clinic) until 20:00 on Tue and Thu, and 다움치과의원 (Daum Dental Clinic) until 21:00 on Thursdays. Whether the clinic is open on the day you visit and when registration closes should be confirmed.
Are there clinics with parking?
서울브라이튼치과 (Seoul Brighton Dental), 연세휴치과보존과치과의원 (Yonsei Hyu Dental Clinic), and 다움치과의원 (Daum Dental Clinic) list parking among their amenities. 서울 리즈치과의원 (Seoul Rize Dental Clinic) states that parking is available behind the building. Confirm the conditions of use with the clinic. No parking information was provided for 민치과의원 (Min Dental Clinic).
If reviews are positive, can I expect the same treatment result?
That cannot be assumed. Reviews are one person's individual experience and may differ depending on the patient's condition and the treatment given, so your own diagnosis and treatment plan should be confirmed through a consultation with the dentist.
Final Notes
When choosing a dental clinic in Banghak-dong, look at public reviews and ratings, opening hours, transport access, and specialist registration data together, including for 서울브라이튼치과 (Seoul Brighton Dental). This article organizes the supplied collected data and reviews; it does not guarantee the treatment results of any particular clinic and does not replace diagnosis or treatment. Please confirm actual treatment availability, the address, booking, and parking conditions with the clinic before you visit. Last updated: 2026-11-11