Key Takeaways
If you are a foreign patient considering a dental clinic in Dobong-gu, note that language support varies by clinic, so confirm whether an English-speaking dentist or interpreter is available by phone or on the clinic's booking page before you visit. Ask how to book—phone, online, or messaging app—and bring your passport or ARC, insurance details, and any dental records or X-rays you have.
If you are looking for an implant dental clinic in Dobong-gu, this article introduces 서울브라이튼치과 (Seoul Brighton Dental) first, as requested. It is listed as 168 m from Changdong Station Exit 2, with Kakao and Google ratings of 5 each. It has 217 Naver reviews, 426 Kakao reviews, and 4 Google reviews. However, the address lists only the clinic name, so the exact street address cannot be confirmed, and the number of dental specialists under the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service is also unavailable. Rather than judging implant suitability or outcomes by ratings or reviews alone, confirm test results, treatment plans, and costs during a consultation.
The comparison targets are 서울브라이튼치과, 아프로치과의원 (Apro Dental Clinic), 닥터플란트치과의원 (Dr. Plant Dental Clinic), 서울 리즈치과의원 (Seoul Liz Dental Clinic), and 연세더튼튼치과의원 (Yonsei The Teunteun Dental Clinic). The order below follows the provided clinic data. Reviews and ratings are public data by platform; Naver ratings were not provided for individual clinics, so they are marked as "Not available" in the comparison table.
How We Analyzed
We collected and organized 4,155 Naver Place visitor reviews, 1,655 KakaoMap reviews, and Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service registration information. The average KakaoMap rating of the five selected clinics is 4.7. Review counts for each clinic are recorded separately by Naver reviews, blog reviews, Kakao reviews, and Google reviews. "Total reviews" is the sum of these four types, and because it includes blog reviews, it should not be interpreted as the same as Naver visitor reviews. Ratings and review counts are based on the provided data, and items not in the data—such as Naver ratings and the number of dental specialists under the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service—were not filled in arbitrarily.
서울브라이튼치과
서울브라이튼치과 is the first clinic we look at in this article. It has a Kakao rating of 5 and a Google rating of 5, with 217 Naver reviews, 2,782 blog reviews, 426 Kakao reviews, and 4 Google reviews provided. The combined review count across the four types is 3,429. However, the number of dental specialists under the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service is not available. Reviews mention experiences such as explanations that were easy to understand and kind, and treatment aimed at preserving teeth. These are individual visitors' assessments and do not mean the same treatment applies to every patient.
They explain things kindly and clearly. Treatment didn't hurt, so I'm happy.
I was very satisfied because they treated my teeth while preserving them as much as possible. I recommend this place to anyone who wants treatment that conserves teeth as much as possible.
Transportation information lists 168 m from Changdong Station Exit 2. The address is listed only as ‘서울브라이튼치과의원’ (Seoul Brighton Dental Clinic) in the data, so confirm the exact address before visiting. Hours are Monday and Thursday 09:30–20:30, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 09:30–18:30, and Saturday 09:30–14:00; Sunday hours are not available. Lunch hours were not provided. Reservation, parking, and separate men's and women's restrooms are listed as amenities, but it is best to confirm parking conditions and booking methods by phone. The phone number is 0507-1322-2879. Whether the clinic focuses on implants and clinic-specific information about implant materials and costs were not provided, so ask about examinations, treatment plans, prosthetics, and additional costs during the consultation.
아프로치과의원
아프로치과의원 has a Kakao rating of 4.2 and a Google rating of 5. There are 2,232 Naver reviews, 1,406 blog reviews, 242 Kakao reviews, and 7 Google reviews, for a total of 3,887 provided. Its Naver visitor review count is the highest among the compared clinics, but a high review volume does not guarantee treatment outcomes or implant suitability. The number of dental specialists under the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service is not available. Visitor reviews include content saying treatment explanations were easy to understand and experiences of receiving general oral exams and temporomandibular joint care.
They were very kind and explained things in an easy-to-understand way, so I received treatment comfortably.
I visited for a general oral exam and because my temporomandibular joint was uncomfortable; the dental hygienists were all kind, and the director examined me thoroughly, which was good.
The address is 서울 도봉구 마들로13길 61 5층. It is listed as 126 m from Changdong Station Exit 1. Hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 09:30–20:30, Tuesday and Thursday 09:30–18:30, and Saturday and Sunday 09:30–14:00. Lunch hours were not provided. Reservation, waiting area, separate men's and women's restrooms, and parking are listed as amenities, but confirm parking availability and conditions in advance. The phone number is 0507-1398-2877. The provided reviews focus mainly on general care experiences, and clinic-specific implant treatment or material information was not confirmed. During an implant consultation, ask about the diagnosis results, treatment stages, total cost, and scope of follow-up care, and check the treatment schedule by phone or on the clinic's website.
닥터플란트치과의원
닥터플란트치과의원 has a Kakao rating of 4.4 and a Google rating of 5, with 236 Naver reviews, 682 blog reviews, 162 Kakao reviews, and 2 Google reviews provided. The total is 1,082. Information on the number of dental specialists under the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service and amenity information were not provided. Visitor reviews include an experience of having the procedure explained during a denture consultation, a review of visiting after booking an implant appointment, and experiences with scaling and root canal treatment. Reviews are users' personal experiences, so actual treatment details should be confirmed through consultation.
They checked my dental condition carefully and explained in detail how the procedure would proceed, so it was easy to understand.
I booked an implant appointment and was admitted right away with no wait; I go for scaling once every six months and they do a great job.
The address is 서울 도봉구 마들로11길 73 콤마프라자 202호, and it is 34 m from Changdong Station Exit 1. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Friday 10:00–19:00, Wednesday 10:00–21:00, and Saturday 10:00–14:00. Sunday and Thursday hours were not listed, and lunch hours were not confirmed. The phone number is 02-999-2804. Confirm waiting time after booking, parking availability, and amenities before visiting. There are reviews about implant appointments, but clinic-specific implant prices or material information were not provided. During consultation, it is practical to ask whether additional procedures such as extraction or bone grafting are needed and what is included in the quoted amount.
서울 리즈치과의원
서울 리즈치과의원 has a Kakao rating of 4.8 and a Google rating of 4.6. It has 1,050 Naver reviews, 1,213 blog reviews, 560 Kakao reviews, and 4 Google reviews, for a total of 2,827 provided. The number of dental specialists under the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service is not available. Amenity information lists same-day reservations/immediate treatment and implant-focused care. Visitor reviews include experiences of receiving implant surgery and care from consultation through post-surgery management, but individual reviews alone cannot generalize the treatment system or outcomes.
I sincerely thank the director for letting me decide the treatment direction I wanted, without any overtreatment or pressure.
I saw the Naver and Google reviews, decided on this place without hesitation, and had implant surgery.
Transportation information lists 318 m from Banghak Station Exit 3, and the clinic's own information also says 500 m from Banghak Station Exit 3 on Line 1, so it is best to confirm the actual walking distance before visiting. The address field in the data lists only the clinic name, and the amenity guide includes 도봉로677 and parking available behind the building. Hours are Monday–Friday 09:30–18:00; Saturday and Sunday hours were not provided. Lunch hours were not confirmed. The phone number is 0507-1486-1278. Even if same-day reservations/immediate treatment are advertised, ask first about same-day availability and parking procedures. The implant-focused care notation is clinic-provided information, and individual treatment plans and costs should be confirmed after examination and consultation.
연세더튼튼치과의원
연세더튼튼치과의원 has a Kakao rating of 5 and a Google rating of 5. It has 420 Naver reviews, 1,049 blog reviews, 265 Kakao reviews, and 0 Google reviews, for a total of 1,734 provided. The number of dental specialists under the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service is not available. Visitor reviews include kind service, detailed explanations, and an experience of waiting less than 10 minutes after booking. This was the experience at the time the review was written and does not guarantee the same wait every time.
All the staff were very kind and explained things well, so I received care and treatment comfortably.
They provide kind consultation and treatment. The wait time was under 10 minutes.
The address is 서울 도봉구 도봉로 873 2층, and it is 236 m from Dobong Station Exit 1. Hours are Monday–Friday 09:30–21:00, Saturday 09:30–14:00, and Sunday 14:00–18:00. Lunch hours were not listed in the data. Reservation, waiting area, Wi-Fi, separate men's and women's restrooms, simple payment, and parking are listed. Confirm parking conditions and available booking times by calling 02-954-2080. Implant materials and clinic-specific prices are not in the provided data, so ask about treatment stages and costs during the consultation. If you need weekday evening or Sunday hours, it is safer to ask before visiting whether the clinic is open that day.
At-a-Glance Comparison
Naver ratings were not provided, so all are marked as Not available. "Total reviews" is the sum of Naver, blog, Kakao, and Google review counts. The number of dental specialists was provided as Not available for all clinics in the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service data.
| Clinic Name | Naver Rating | Kakao Rating | Google Rating | Total Reviews | No. of Dental Specialists | Location | Strengths / Points to Confirm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 서울브라이튼치과 (Seoul Brighton Dental) | Not available | 5 | 5 | 3,429 | Not available | 168 m from Changdong Station Exit 2; address needs confirmation | Reservation and parking information; reviews mention kind explanations |
| 아프로치과의원 (Apro Dental Clinic) | Not available | 4.2 | 5 | 3,887 | Not available | 5F, 마들로13길 61; 126 m from Changdong Station Exit 1 | Saturday/Sunday hours listed; waiting area and parking |
| 닥터플란트치과의원 (Dr. Plant Dental Clinic) | Not available | 4.4 | 5 | 1,082 | Not available | Room 202, 콤마프라자, 마들로11길 73; 34 m from Changdong Station Exit 1 | Reviews mention implant booking and consultation |
| 서울 리즈치과의원 (Seoul Liz Dental Clinic) | Not available | 4.8 | 4.6 | 2,827 | Not available | Banghak Station Exit 3; address needs confirmation | Implant-focused care and same-day reservation information |
| 연세더튼튼치과의원 (Yonsei The Teunteun Dental Clinic) | Not available | 5 | 5 | 1,734 | Not available | 2F, 도봉로 873; 236 m from Dobong Station Exit 1 | Open until 21:00 on weekdays; parking and reservation information |
Implant Dental Clinic Selection Checklist
- Diagnosis and treatment plan — Ask which tests were used to confirm your current condition, and have the treatment stages and expected timeline explained.
- Implant materials and costs — Check the product name, what is included in the cost, and what is charged separately.
- Whether bone grafting is needed — Ask why it is needed, its scope, the additional cost, and how it affects the treatment schedule.
- Health insurance coverage — Check the coverage requirements and out-of-pocket costs for people aged 65 and older according to your own eligibility.
- Care providers and roles — Check who is responsible at each stage: consultation, surgery, prosthetics, and follow-up. You must ask the clinic directly for provider information.
- Follow-up care — Ask about the regular checkup schedule, the scope of care, and how to contact the clinic if problems arise.
- Total estimate — Confirm whether the estimate includes additional items such as examinations, prosthetics, and bone grafting beyond the implant fixture itself.
- Booking and hours — Before visiting, check whether evening or weekend care is available, the lunch break, and whether same-day treatment is possible.
- Access and parking — Check the actual walking distance from the exit and the parking location, cost, and conditions.
Warning Signs to Check
The following are general warning signs to check during consultations, not an assessment of any specific clinic.
- Being rushed into a decision without explanation — Ask for enough time to review the test results and possible treatment options, and to ask questions.
- Unclear estimate items — Ask for the implant cost and additional procedure costs to be itemized in writing.
- The same treatment is proposed regardless of your condition — Ask about the basis for the diagnosis, alternatives, and the differences between each option.
- Vague follow-up care instructions — Confirm in advance the checkup schedule and the contact and treatment procedures if problems arise.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I look at first when choosing an implant dental clinic in Dobong-gu?
Use reviews and location as reference points for comparison, but it is important to confirm at a consultation the basis for diagnosis, treatment plan, total cost, and follow-up care that fit your oral condition. This data alone cannot establish any one clinic as the objectively best choice.
How much do implants cost?
The provided 2026 reference price information is, per implant: Osstem 800,000–1,200,000 won, Dentium 900,000–1,300,000 won, Straumann 1,300,000–1,800,000 won, and Nobel Biocare 1,500,000–2,000,000 won. Actual costs may vary by clinic and individual treatment plan, so confirm with the clinic.
Can people aged 65 and older receive implants covered by National Health Insurance?
The provided data states that for people aged 65 and older, National Health Insurance covers up to two implants over a lifetime, with out-of-pocket costs of approximately 400,000–500,000 won. Eligibility conditions and actual costs may vary depending on individual qualification and treatment details, so confirm with the dental clinic and the relevant health insurance authority.
Is bone grafting charged separately?
The provided reference information states that if bone grafting is needed, an additional 300,000–800,000 won may be charged. Not every patient needs this procedure, so confirm the need and cost after an examination.
Where can I check the number of specialists at the compared clinics?
The number of dental specialists per clinic collected from Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service registration information was provided as Not available for all clinics. Therefore, this article does not estimate the numbers. Check the latest registration information or provider status directly with the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service and each clinic.
How can I check whether a clinic is foreigner-friendly or has English-speaking staff?
The provided data does not list language support or international patient services for any of the five clinics. To find an English-speaking clinic in Dobong-gu, call the clinic or check its booking page and ask directly about English-speaking staff, interpretation support, and whether they accept foreign patients. If you do not speak Korean, bring your passport or ARC, insurance details, and any dental records or X-rays, and consider using a translation app or a Korean-speaking companion.
Final Thoughts
When comparing implant dental clinics in Dobong-gu, start by checking 서울브라이튼치과 (Seoul Brighton Dental), but do not judge treatment outcomes by ratings and reviews alone. Use the five clinics' public reviews, ratings, locations, and hours as references, and compare directly by consulting about the diagnosis, treatment plan, costs, and follow-up care conditions you need. This article is general information organizing the provided collected data and does not replace diagnosis or treatment advice. Confirm the latest treatment information and whether implants are suitable, along with costs, with the clinic before visiting.
Last updated: 2026-10-09