Key Takeaways
If you are visiting Seocho-gu as a foreign patient, plan to confirm language support directly: an English-speaking consultation may be possible, but this varies by clinic and even by appointment day, and the source data behind this comparison does not list staff language skills for any of the five clinics. Book by phone or through the clinic's Naver or Kakao booking page, and bring your passport or ARC along with a list of medications and any prior dental records. Ask up front whether an English-speaking dentist or coordinator will be available at your appointment time.
If you start with review volume, 고르다치과의원 강남점 (Goreuda Dental Clinic, Gangnam Branch) has 3,443 Naver reviews and 1,713 Kakao reviews, a combined 5,156 across both platforms. 화이트드림치과의원 서울 강남점 (White Dream Dental Clinic, Seoul Gangnam Branch) has 2,971 Naver reviews and 2,965 Kakao reviews, a combined 5,936. Neither clinic has a Naver rating in the supplied data, however, and Goreuda's Google rating is 3.6. The clinic with the most specific rating information is 서울탑치과병원 (Seoul Top Dental Hospital), listed at 4.6 on Kakao and 4.4 on Google. These figures are reference points for choosing a clinic, not a guarantee of treatment outcomes or suitability.
When choosing an implant clinic in Seocho-gu, it is better to look beyond review counts and check the implant diagnosis and treatment plan, the individual cost items, whether bone grafting is needed, and what aftercare involves. The comparison below is based on the supplied reviews and clinic information, and the number of dental specialists could not be confirmed for any of the five clinics in the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service data.
How We Compared
We collected 8,164 Naver Place visitor reviews, 6,448 Kakao Map reviews, and registration information from the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service. The average Kakao Map rating of the five selected clinics was given as 4.2. Total review counts add Naver and Kakao reviews together; blog reviews are not included in the totals. Ratings are shown only where a per-clinic figure was supplied, and platforms with no data are marked "Not available." Reviews are a subset of what actual visitors wrote and reflect individual experiences. Lunch break times were not included in the source data, so they have not been estimated.
화이트드림치과의원 서울 강남점 (White Dream Dental Clinic, Seoul Gangnam Branch)
2,971 Naver reviews and 2,965 Kakao reviews, a combined 5,936 across both platforms. The supplied data does not list Naver, Kakao, or Google ratings separately, and the number of dental specialists under Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service criteria is not confirmed. A high review count is therefore worth noting, but ratings and specialist counts cannot be used to evaluate this clinic. Visitor reviews cover implant experiences alongside scaling and laminate treatment, so it is worth separating the treatment types when you read them.
"I was worried because chewing wasn't what it used to be, so I got an implant, and the doctor was extremely kind and seems very skilled. I recommend this place." (guaq****, November 6, 2026)
"Treatment was smooth and fast. Everyone was so kind. The explanations were easy to understand." (to****, November 7, 2026)
The address is 서울 서초구 서초대로77길 17 BLOCK77 5층 (17 Seocho-daero 77-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul — BLOCK77, 5th floor), listed as 198 m from Gangnam Station Exit 10. Hours are Monday and Thursday 10:00–21:00, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 10:00–19:00, and Saturday 10:00–16:00. No lunch break is listed in the data. The phone number is 0507-1449-0039. The provided information lists reservations, parking, Wi-Fi, a waiting area, and separate men's and women's restrooms.
What to check before you visit: Confirm whether reservations are required, whether same-day consultation and treatment are possible, and the parking conditions by phone or on the clinic's website. At an implant consultation, ask separately about the examination and diagnostic fees, the type of implant fixture, the prosthesis cost, and whether bone grafting is needed. Review experiences differ from person to person, so base your decision on how your own oral condition is explained to you.
심다치과의원 (Simda Dental Clinic)
536 Naver reviews and 146 Kakao reviews, a combined 682 across both platforms, plus 1,213 blog reviews. The supplied Kakao rating is 3.0. Naver and Google ratings and the number of dental specialists under Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service criteria are not confirmed. Reviews include a parent's implant consultation and experiences with bone grafting and schedule explanations. These reflect the reviewers' own experiences and do not represent the clinic's overall treatment outcomes.
"I was looking into implants for my parent and booked on a friend's recommendation. From the consultation, they explained the bone graft and the overall schedule in a way that was easy to follow, which put me at ease." (도망쳐57, November 4, 2026)
"It was my first visit and the staff were kind and explained everything thoroughly. They looked after the treatment carefully and the clinic was clean, so I felt comfortable." (kysa1346, November 4, 2026)
The address is 서울 서초구 강남대로 605 휴먼타워 3층 (605 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul — Human Tower, 3rd floor), listed as 4 m from Sinsa Station Exit 4. Hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 09:30–18:30, Tuesday and Thursday 09:30–20:00, and Saturday 09:30–15:30. No lunch break is listed in the data, and the phone number is 02-541-6880. The provided information lists reservations, parking, Wi-Fi, and separate men's and women's restrooms.
What to check before you visit: Confirm how to book, whether parking is available, and expected wait times. At an implant consultation it helps to ask specifically why bone grafting is needed and what the alternatives are, along with the expected timeline and cost for each stage. The supplied reviews mention consultation explanations and implant-related experiences, but your own diagnosis and treatment plan must be confirmed separately.
연세푸르다치과의원 (Yonsei Pureuda Dental Clinic)
120 Naver reviews and 18 Kakao reviews, a combined 138, plus 262 blog reviews. The supplied ratings are 5.0 on Kakao and 5.0 on Google. Note, however, that the Google review count is listed as 0, so the Google rating and review count should be read together with care. The Naver rating and the number of dental specialists under Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service criteria are not confirmed. The supplied visitor reviews focus on scaling, general care, and consultations, and do not include material showing implant treatment results.
"I came in for scaling and it was very quick and painless. The staff were kind and also checked for other things I might need treated." (wjd****, November 6, 2026)
"I am genuinely afraid of the dentist, but the doctor and staff were all kind and treated only what was necessary." (lelim, October 29, 2026)
The address is 서울 서초구 동작대로 44 4층 (44 Dongjak-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul, 4th floor), 230 m from Sadang Station Exit 11. Hours are Monday 09:30–18:30, Tuesday and Thursday 09:30–20:00, Wednesday 13:00–18:30, Friday 09:30–18:00, and Saturday 09:30–14:30. Lunch break and facility information were not provided. The phone number is 02-525-2815.
What to check before you visit: Ask the clinic about implant appointment availability, how to book, and practical details such as parking. Reviews mention short waits after booking, but this can vary by day. Implant-related review material is limited here, so it is better to confirm the examination process, treatment plan, costs, and aftercare directly during a consultation.
고르다치과의원 강남점 (Goreuda Dental Clinic, Gangnam Branch)
3,443 Naver reviews and 1,713 Kakao reviews, a combined 5,156 across both platforms, plus 5,701 blog reviews. The Google rating was supplied as 3.6, and Naver and Kakao ratings are not confirmed. The number of dental specialists under Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service criteria is also absent from the data. Visitor reviews cover navigation implant consultations, bone graft explanations, cost and installment payment questions, and pre-surgery explanations. Reviews do not guarantee that treatment is appropriate or successful, so you should consult based on your own diagnosis.
"I was interested in navigation implants and visited after looking into it. It was good to be guided through both the surgical method and the cost at the same time." (su2511, November 6, 2026)
"I wanted to know why bone grafting was necessary, and it was easy to understand when they explained it with photos. It was good to be able to see the areas that needed treatment." (꼬틀리아hh, November 6, 2026)
The address is 서울 서초구 강남대로69길 10 서호빌딩 8·9층 (10 Gangnam-daero 69-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul — Seoho Building, 8th and 9th floors), 406 m from Sinnonhyeon Station Exit 7. Hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 10:00–19:00, Tuesday and Thursday 10:00–20:30, and Saturday 10:00–14:00. No lunch break is listed in the data, and the phone number is 0507-1401-7520. The provided information lists reservations, parking, valet parking, Wi-Fi, a waiting area, and separate men's and women's restrooms.
What to check before you visit: Confirm booking, parking, and valet conditions in advance. Reviews mention the possibility of paying in installments, but the eligibility conditions cannot be confirmed from the supplied data, so you must ask the clinic directly. At an implant consultation, it is better to get the surgical method, whether bone grafting is needed, what each fee covers, and the installment terms confirmed in writing.
서울탑치과병원 (Seoul Top Dental Hospital)
1,094 Naver reviews and 1,606 Kakao reviews, a combined 2,700. The supplied ratings are 4.6 on Kakao and 4.4 on Google, and the Naver rating is not confirmed. The Google review count is listed as 0, so the review count should be considered alongside the Google rating. The number of dental specialists under Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service criteria is absent from the data. Visitor reviews mix a parent's implant treatment, implant consultations, and laminate and orthodontic experiences, so the write-ups for each type of treatment need to be read separately.
"My parent had implant treatment here, the surgery went cleanly and the recovery has been good, so they are eating well." (toff****, November 6, 2026)
"I visited for implant treatment and the consultation was thorough, and the clinic had a cozy atmosphere so I felt comfortable during treatment." (mmin****, November 6, 2026)
The only address supplied is "서울탑치과병원" (Seoul Top Dental Hospital); a detailed street address could not be confirmed. It is listed as 266 m from Nambu Bus Terminal Station Exit 6. Hours are Monday 09:30–18:30, Tuesday 10:00–20:00, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 09:30–18:30, and Saturday 09:30–14:00. No lunch break is listed in the data, and the phone number is 02-588-2833. Reservations, parking, Wi-Fi, and separate men's and women's restrooms are listed.
What to check before you visit: Confirm the detailed address, how to book, and parking conditions by phone or on the clinic's website. Reviews include implant treatment experiences, but individual conditions and treatment details differ. At the consultation it is practical to ask separately about implant materials and prostheses, whether bone grafting is needed, any additional costs, and the follow-up observation plan.
At-a-Glance Comparison
Total reviews are the sum of Naver and Kakao reviews, excluding blog reviews. Ratings and specialist counts are shown only within the range confirmed in the supplied data.
| Clinic | Naver rating | Kakao rating | Google rating | Total reviews | Dental specialists | Location | Strengths and notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 화이트드림치과의원 서울 강남점 (White Dream Dental Clinic, Seoul Gangnam Branch) | Not available | Not available | Not available | 5,936 | Not available | 198 m from Gangnam Station Exit 10 | Highest combined Naver and Kakao review count; includes implant reviews |
| 심다치과의원 (Simda Dental Clinic) | Not available | 3.0 | Not available | 682 | Not available | 4 m from Sinsa Station Exit 4 | Includes reviews of implant consultations and bone graft explanations |
| 연세푸르다치과의원 (Yonsei Pureuda Dental Clinic) | Not available | 5.0 | 5.0 | 138 | Not available | 230 m from Sadang Station Exit 11 | Supplied reviews mainly cover scaling and general care |
| 고르다치과의원 강남점 (Goreuda Dental Clinic, Gangnam Branch) | Not available | Not available | 3.6 | 5,156 | Not available | 406 m from Sinnonhyeon Station Exit 7 | Includes reviews explaining implant methods, bone grafting, and costs |
| 서울탑치과병원 (Seoul Top Dental Hospital) | Not available | 4.6 | 4.4 | 2,700 | Not available | 266 m from Nambu Bus Terminal Station Exit 6 | Includes visitor reviews related to implants |
Ratings are shown only where platform-specific data was supplied. For both hospitals with a Google rating, the Google review count is listed as 0. Platforms may present or aggregate figures differently, so compare what each clinic tells you at consultation rather than judging on ratings alone.
Implant Clinic Checklist
- Diagnosis and examinations — Make sure you understand why an implant is needed and what the examination results show, in language you can follow.
- Treatment plan and timeline — Ask for the step-by-step plan from implant placement to the final prosthesis, and the expected duration.
- Whether bone grafting is needed — Confirm the reason, the alternatives, and the cost separately.
- Cost breakdown — Check what is included: fixture, prosthesis, examinations, bone grafting, and so on.
- Materials and options — Ask about the cost of each material option and how the choice is made.
- National health insurance conditions — Check the conditions that apply to you, such as age and the number of covered implants.
- Aftercare plan — Ask about the check-up schedule and how to care for the implant afterwards.
- Clinical staff information — Confirm who will treat you and what their scope of practice is. In the supplied data, the number of dental specialists could not be confirmed for any of the five clinics.
- Booking, waiting, and parking — Ask about the booking method, expected wait times, and parking availability and conditions before you visit.
- Quality of explanations — Get answers to your questions and make sure you understand the treatment options — including whether an English-speaking consultation is possible — before deciding.
Warning Signs to Watch For
The following are general warning signs to look for during an implant consultation, not an assessment of any specific clinic. Judge whether they apply based on what you are actually told.
- Being rushed into treatment without an explanation of examinations and diagnosis — Ask why an implant is needed and whether other options exist.
- Total and additional costs are not stated clearly — Ask about separate items such as bone grafting and prostheses, and have the costs broken out.
- The treatment schedule or aftercare plan is unclear — Confirm the step-by-step plan and how follow-up will work before deciding.
- Your questions or requests for further explanation are not welcomed — If you do not understand something important, postpone the decision and ask for an explanation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do more reviews mean a better implant clinic in Seocho-gu?
Review counts are a reference for how much experience has been shared; they do not guarantee treatment outcomes or that a clinic suits you. Look at what the reviews actually say, how ratings relate to review counts, and how clearly the clinic explains diagnosis and costs.
How much does an implant cost?
The reference price range provided for 2026 is 800,000–1,200,000 KRW per implant for Osstem, 900,000–1,300,000 KRW for Dentium, 1,300,000–1,800,000 KRW for Straumann, and 1,500,000–2,000,000 KRW for Nobel Biocare. Actual costs vary by clinic and treatment plan, so you need to confirm what is included directly.
Can I get an implant consultation in English at a clinic in Seocho-gu?
The data behind this comparison does not state which languages staff speak at any of the five clinics, so none of them can be confirmed from this article as an English-speaking clinic. Call ahead or check the clinic's Naver or Kakao booking page, ask whether an English-speaking dentist or coordinator will be present at your appointment time, and confirm the consultation fee and what is included at the same time. Bringing a Korean-speaking friend or a translation app is a practical backup for consent forms and cost estimates.
Is there an extra charge if bone grafting is needed?
In the reference price range provided, bone grafting may add a separate 300,000–800,000 KRW. The reason it is needed, its extent, and the actual cost must be confirmed with the clinic based on your diagnosis and treatment plan.
Which clinics offer evening appointments?
According to the supplied schedules, 화이트드림치과의원 서울 강남점 (White Dream Dental Clinic, Seoul Gangnam Branch) treats patients until 21:00 on Mondays and Thursdays, 심다치과의원 (Simda Dental Clinic) until 20:00 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 연세푸르다치과의원 (Yonsei Pureuda Dental Clinic) until 20:00 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 고르다치과의원 강남점 (Goreuda Dental Clinic, Gangnam Branch) until 20:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 서울탑치과병원 (Seoul Top Dental Hospital) until 20:00 on Tuesdays. Confirm on the day whether the clinic is open as scheduled.
Can I use national health insurance for an implant if I am 65 or older?
According to the reference information provided, adults aged 65 and over are covered for up to two implants over their lifetime, with an out-of-pocket cost of roughly 400,000–500,000 KRW. Eligibility conditions and the actual amount you pay can differ from person to person, so confirm them at the consultation.
Final Thoughts
If you are looking for an implant clinic in Seocho-gu, use review counts and published ratings as a starting point, but before making a final choice compare the basis for the diagnosis, the treatment plan, whether bone grafting is needed, the total cost, and aftercare directly. This article summarizes supplied clinic information and reviews and is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment advice. Your own oral condition and insurance eligibility should be confirmed with the clinical team and the relevant authorities.
Last updated: 2026-11-09