Key takeaways
If you are a foreign patient planning to visit a clinic in Seongbuk-gu (성북구), the most important thing to know is that language support varies by clinic and is not stated in the source data for any of the five below, so confirm it by phone or on the clinic's booking page before you book. Most clinics here take bookings by phone, and bring your passport or alien registration card plus a list of any medication you take. If you specifically need an English-speaking clinic in Seongbuk-gu Korea, ask up front about interpretation, written estimates in English and who will explain the treatment plan.
If you are looking for orthodontic treatment in Seongbuk-gu, 빈센트치과의원 (Vincent Dental Clinic) is one candidate to start with: reviews mentioning orthodontic treatment can be found, and it has 792 Kakao Map reviews with a rating of 3.9. One visitor review mentions receiving orthodontic care for more than a year. Reviews alone, however, cannot tell you about treatment results or whether a clinic suits you personally.
The clinic with the most striking review volume is 종암연세휴치과의원 (Jongam Yonsei Hyu Dental Clinic): 1,036 Naver reviews and 15 Kakao Map reviews, with a Kakao Map rating of 4.2. That said, the reviews provided mention implant and general treatment rather than orthodontics. Check directly whether the clinic offers orthodontic treatment and what the plan would involve. This article compares five clinics; it does not guarantee treatment results or establish a ranking.
How we analysed the data
We collected 3,269 Naver Place visitor reviews and 2,202 Kakao Map reviews, together with registration data from the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service (HIRA). The average Kakao Map rating across the five clinics was given as 4.3. Review counts are the simple sum of Naver, Kakao and Google reviews for each clinic; we did not check whether reviews are duplicated across platforms. Blog reviews are excluded from the totals. Naver ratings were not included in the data provided and are shown as "not available"; the number of HIRA-registered dental specialists is shown as "no information" for all five clinics. Ratings are listed only as given by each platform.
더편한치과의원 (Deo Pyeonhan Dental Clinic)
Why it is included: 722 Naver reviews and 644 Kakao Map reviews. The only rating provided is 5 on Google; no Kakao rating was available in the data. There is no information on HIRA-registered dental specialists. Reviews mention being seen without waiting after booking, kind explanations and satisfaction with scaling. These are individual experiences and do not demonstrate orthodontic treatment or results.
"I booked, went straight in with no wait, the staff were so kind, and they did my scaling as painlessly as possible. I'll be back to get my wisdom tooth out." (르구콩구르, November 5, 2026)
"This is the clinic I always use. Thank you for the kind explanations and thorough care!" (Whxhxyfur6363, October 30, 2026)
Location and hours: 서울 성북구 동소문로 92 강윤빌딩 4층 (4F, Gangyun Building, 92 Dongsomun-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul), the same building as Suhyup and Star Pharmacy. 68 m from Exit 3 of Sungshin Women's University Station on the Ui-Sinseol Line. Mon/Thu/Fri 09:30–18:30, Tue 09:30–20:00, Wed 09:30–15:00, Sat 10:00–15:00, Sun 10:00–14:00. Lunch hours are not given in the data provided.
Before you visit and practical tips: Booking and parking are listed as amenities, but it is worth confirming parking conditions and how to book by phone before you go. Phone: 02-928-2888. Ask whether orthodontic treatment is available, when consultations can be booked, and what the examination and diagnostic fees are. Orthodontic costs vary widely by appliance type: 2026 reference ranges are 3.5–6 million KRW for metal, 5–8 million for ceramic, 8–15 million for lingual and 4–9 million for clear aligners, with treatment usually taking 18–30 months and retainers often billed separately. These figures are not a quote from this clinic.
빈센트치과의원 (Vincent Dental Clinic)
Why it is included: 673 Naver reviews and 792 Kakao Map reviews, with a Kakao rating of 3.9 and a Google rating of 3. There is no information on HIRA-registered dental specialists. Among the five, this is the clinic whose provided visitor reviews directly mention orthodontic treatment: one user says they have been receiving orthodontic care for more than a year, and another says they attended for about two years. These are individual reviews, so the duration or results cannot be assumed to apply to other patients.
"For orthodontic treatment in Seongbuk-gu I recommend Vincent Dental! I've been going for almost two years and every dentist who sees me is kind and highly skilled. The cavity check-ups every six months are honest, with no unnecessary treatment! I'll keep coming here even after my braces come off." (wndnskw, September 16, 2026)
"I've been going for over a year because of my braces. They work hard to give me braces that make my face prettier, and the front desk staff are always kind and helpful with bookings, so it has been completely hassle-free. Braces take more than two years, so if you don't click with the dentists and staff it would be miserable — I'm really satisfied!!" (wndnskw, June 10, 2026)
Location and hours: 서울 성북구 아리랑로 7 해피엔딩 오피스텔 3층 (3F, Happy Ending Officetel, 7 Arirang-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul); 117 m from Exit 5 of Sungshin Women's University Station on the Ui-Sinseol Line. Mon/Tue 10:00–21:00, Wed/Fri 10:00–18:00, Thu 14:00–21:00, Sat 10:00–14:00. Lunch hours are not given in the data provided.
Before you visit and practical tips: Booking, parking, simple payments and pet accompaniment are listed as amenities. Confirm the actual conditions and the times available for an orthodontic consultation on 02-923-2875. When you consult, ask whether the total for each appliance includes examination and retainer costs, and what the visit schedule and expected duration would be. A typical reference period is 18–30 months, but your individual plan can only be confirmed after diagnosis.
위드치과의원 (With Dental Clinic)
Why it is included: 225 Naver reviews and 2 Kakao Map reviews, with a Kakao rating of 4.7 and a Google rating of 5. The review count is lower than the other candidates, so ratings alone cannot rank one clinic above another. There is no information on HIRA-registered dental specialists. Provided reviews mention kind explanations, scaling and implant and prosthetic treatment, but no specific orthodontic reviews were identified.
"It was my first visit and they welcomed me kindly and explained everything in detail, which I liked. They did my scaling and check-up well." (ji1****, October 29, 2026)
"I love With Dental. I have been a patient for years. Thanks to the director and staff who treat accurately with long experience, my implants and prosthetics have all been satisfactory!" (lovertcy, October 27, 2026)
Location and hours: 서울 성북구 개운사길 8 타이거빌딩 6층 (6F, Tiger Building, 8 Gaeunsa-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul); 57 m from Exit 2 of Anam Station on Line 6. Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri 09:30–18:30, Thu 09:30–21:00, Sat 09:30–13:30. Lunch hours are not given in the data provided.
Before you visit and practical tips: Booking and parking are listed as amenities. Phone: 0507-1380-2874. If you want orthodontic treatment, first ask whether the clinic is currently taking orthodontic consultations and how it shares diagnostic records and treatment plans. Costs vary by appliance type; 2026 reference ranges are 3.5–6 million KRW for metal, 5–8 million for ceramic, 8–15 million for lingual and 4–9 million for clear aligners. These are not With Dental Clinic's actual prices, and retainers may be charged separately.
종암연세휴치과의원 (Jongam Yonsei Hyu Dental Clinic)
Why it is included: 1,036 Naver reviews and 15 Kakao Map reviews, the highest Naver review count in this data. Kakao rating 4.2, Google rating 4.3. There is no information on HIRA-registered dental specialists. Reviews mention long-term attendance, explanations that are easy to understand, and implant treatment. The provided reviews cannot confirm whether orthodontic treatment is offered or what results it produced, so you need to ask directly.
"Sixteen years of going there says it all haha. The director is kind!!! And the staff are so kind too!!!" (깡쥐84, November 5, 2026)
"The director and staff are all kind and take thorough care! They explain things in an easy-to-understand way and the atmosphere is comfortable overall, so I could be treated without feeling burdened. The clinic is clean and I'm satisfied, so I'll come here whenever I need a dentist. Recommended!" (tjg****, November 2, 2026)
Location and hours: 서울 성북구 종암로 122 시원빌딩 (Siwon Building, 122 Jongam-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul); 880 m from Exit 1 of Wolgok Station on Line 6. Mon/Tue/Fri 09:10–18:00, Wed/Thu 09:10–20:30, Sat 09:00–13:00. Lunch hours are not given in the data provided.
Before you visit and practical tips: Booking and parking are listed as amenities; phone 02-927-2119. Since the clinic is listed as 880 m from the station exit, check your route and parking availability in advance. Before an orthodontic consultation, ask whether the clinic provides orthodontic treatment, the diagnostic and per-appliance costs, and the expected duration. A general reference for treatment time is 18–30 months, and retainers are often billed separately, but this clinic's costs and treatment plan need separate confirmation.
성신웰치과의원 (Sungshin Wel Dental Clinic)
Why it is included: 613 Naver reviews and 749 Kakao Map reviews, with a Kakao rating of 4.3. No Google rating was provided and the Google review count is shown as 0. There is no information on HIRA-registered dental specialists. Provided reviews mention calm treatment, kind explanations and comfortable visits, but no specific orthodontic reviews or information on appliances and treatment plans could be found in the data provided.
"I was reluctant to go to the dentist as I got older, but here the director was calm with me and it put my mind at ease." (iys3****, November 5, 2026)
"Dental care matters more as you get older, and the dentist kindly explained everything one by one, so I trusted them with it. I'll come here again next time." (dibe****, November 4, 2026)
Location and hours: 서울 성북구 동소문로 118 플라망스타워 3층 (3F, Flamang Star Tower, 118 Dongsomun-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul); 155 m from Exit 1 of Sungshin Women's University Station on the Ui-Sinseol Line. Mon/Wed/Thu/Fri 10:00–18:30, Tue 10:00–20:30, Sat 10:00–14:00. Lunch hours are not given in the data provided.
Before you visit and practical tips: Booking and parking are listed as amenities. Phone: 0507-1332-2876. Ask about orthodontic treatment, the consultation process, examination fees and retainer costs before you book. 2026 reference prices for orthodontic treatment are 3.5–6 million KRW for metal, 5–8 million for ceramic, 8–15 million for lingual and 4–9 million for clear aligners, with a typical duration of 18–30 months. These figures are not this clinic's price list and should be kept separate from an actual quote.
At a glance
Total reviews are the simple sum of Naver, Kakao and Google review counts. Blog reviews are excluded, and the same review may appear on more than one platform. Naver ratings were not provided.
| Clinic | Naver rating | Kakao rating | Google rating | Total reviews | Dental specialists | Location | Strengths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 더편한치과의원 (Deo Pyeonhan Dental) | Not available | Not available | 5 | 1,366 | No information | 68 m from Exit 3, Sungshin Women's University Stn | Sunday hours; booking and parking |
| 빈센트치과의원 (Vincent Dental) | Not available | 3.9 | 3 | 1,465 | No information | 117 m from Exit 5, Sungshin Women's University Stn | Reviews mention orthodontic visits |
| 위드치과의원 (With Dental) | Not available | 4.7 | 5 | 227 | No information | 57 m from Exit 2, Anam Stn | Thursday evening hours |
| 종암연세휴치과의원 (Jongam Yonsei Hyu Dental) | Not available | 4.2 | 4.3 | 1,051 | No information | 880 m from Exit 1, Wolgok Stn | 1,036 Naver reviews; some evening hours |
| 성신웰치과의원 (Sungshin Wel Dental) | Not available | 4.3 | Not available | 1,362 | No information | 155 m from Exit 1, Sungshin Women's University Stn | Tuesday evening hours |
Checklist for choosing an orthodontic clinic
- Whether they do orthodontics — before booking, confirm that the clinic currently provides orthodontic treatment.
- Diagnosis and treatment plan — check that they explain the examinations needed, the diagnostic findings and the treatment goals in a way you can understand.
- Appliance options — discuss the differences between metal, ceramic, lingual and clear aligners, and which options are available to you.
- Total cost range — ask whether examination, visits, additional appliances and retainers are included beyond the appliance fee.
- Expected duration — 18–30 months is a general reference range, but confirm your own estimated timeline separately.
- Visit schedule — check the adjustment interval, bookable times, and whether evening or Saturday appointments are available.
- What happens if something goes wrong during treatment — check how to contact the clinic and what to do if an appliance breaks or you are in pain.
- Retainer plan — ask in advance about the type of retainer, how long you wear it and the cost.
- Specialist information — the HIRA data provided lists no dental specialist counts for any of the five clinics. If this matters to you, check official registration records and ask the clinic directly.
Warning signs to watch for
- Rushing into treatment without diagnosis or explanation — make sure the goals and alternatives are explained, and that you understand them, before deciding.
- Unclear total or extra costs — check the itemised costs for appliances, examinations and retainers.
- Guaranteed timelines or results — treatment plans and durations vary between individuals, so ask for the basis behind any specific claim.
- Pressure to decide based on reviews or ratings alone — online reviews are individual experiences and do not replace a consultation and diagnosis.
Frequently asked questions
Do these clinics have English-speaking staff, and how do I book as a foreigner?
The source data for all five clinics does not state which languages, if any, the staff speak, so no clinic here can be confirmed as offering an English-speaking consultation from this data alone. Call the clinic directly (numbers are listed under each entry) or check its booking page, and ask about English-speaking staff, whether a written estimate can be provided in English, and whether you may bring someone to interpret for you.
Which clinics in this data have orthodontic reviews?
빈센트치과의원 (Vincent Dental Clinic) reviews mention receiving orthodontic care for more than a year, or for about two years. The provided reviews for the other clinics do not contain specific orthodontic experiences, so you need to ask separately whether they offer orthodontic treatment.
How much does orthodontic treatment cost?
2026 reference prices are 3.5–6 million KRW for metal, 5–8 million for ceramic, 8–15 million for lingual and 4–9 million for clear aligners. These are not actual clinic prices, and examination and retainer costs may be charged separately.
How long does orthodontic treatment usually take?
According to the reference information provided, a typical duration is 18–30 months. Actual duration depends on your individual diagnosis and treatment plan, so confirm the expected timeline at your consultation.
Why are there no Naver ratings in the table?
The collected data includes Naver review counts but not Naver ratings. Rather than calculating or filling in scores we cannot verify, we have marked them as not available.
Do the review totals equal the number of people who visited each clinic?
No. The total reviews in the table are a simple sum of the review counts shown on Naver, Kakao and Google. We did not check for duplication across platforms, so the figure should not be read as the number of actual visitors.
Final thoughts
When comparing orthodontic clinics in Seongbuk-gu (성북구), look beyond reviews and ratings: check whether the clinic provides orthodontic treatment, how it explains the diagnosis, the total cost per appliance, the expected duration and the retainer plan. This article summarises the reviews and registration data provided and does not endorse any particular clinic or recommend treatment for any individual. Confirm availability, costs and opening hours with the clinic before you visit. Medical information here is general reference only; diagnosis and treatment decisions should be made in consultation with a clinician.
Last updated: 2026-11-05