My tip for a good dentist in Bangkok
The last time I went to the dentist was when I was in sixth form; I’d say that’s around six or so years back. Since I arrived in Bangkok two years ago I had acquired a peculiar stain between my front two teeth. It was bugging me somewhat, so I decided a trip to the dentist was in order. I’d heard that dentists in Bangkok are some of the best in the world, and what’s more, they’re also cheap.
I asked around to find the best dentist in Bangkok and came up with the following suggestions:
- Siam Dental Center on Sirinakarin Road – 700 baht for a check up and any minor work needed.
- Ladprao General hospital, 2699 Ladprao Road (ladprao@ladpraohospital.com) – apparently Doctor Patcharin is very good.
- BNH Hospital (Silom) – a little more pricey but impeccable service by all accounts.
- Dentist 51 – a friend of mine always sings the praises of this dentist.
In the end I went for Dentist 51. It was easy to find: you get off the Skytrain at Thong Lor and walk back towards Phrom Pong, past the pizzeria opposite the gas station. It’s an orange shop so you can’t miss it. It’s a small place, but there are a number of skilled dentists working there. My appointment was handled by the young Doctor Kullapop, who is currently studying his MDSc. in Prosthodontics at Chula Uni in Bangkok. He advised that I needed scaling and polishing.
What is scaling? I wondered. It sounds terrifying, and in fact it’s not the most pleasant of experiences. The scaling itself was painless but a little odd. It was like a small drill being applied to my teeth.
From Wikipedia on scaling (I think this is what I had):
Magnetostrictive scalers utilize a stack of metal plates bonded to the tool tip. The stack is induced to vibrate by an external coil connected to an AC source. Many ultrasonic scalers also include a liquid output or lavage, which aids in cooling the tool during use. The lavage can also be used to deliver antimicrobial agents.
Then followed what felt like a hook attacking the gaps between my teeth (I’m not sure what you’d call a dentist’s “hook”). Polishing was performed after the scaling had removed the hardened tartar build up. Plishing involves “directing a stream of air, water, and sodium bicarbonate particles at the tooth surface to be cleaned. Compared with conventional polishing methods using a rotating rubber cup or brush, together with a polishing paste, air polishing is less abrasive on the teeth, more efficient, faster, and allows better access to difficult-to-reach areas.” (ENotes)
Cost was 750 baht, and luckily I didn’t have any cavities or other problems with my teeth after six years of being afraid of dentists.
You can choose which dentist you want by visiting the website. As far as dentists in Bangkok go, I’d give Dentist 51 a try.
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What I liked about going to a Thai dentist was that he didn't do all the expensive preliminaries they do here in Canada; ex-rays, consultations, multi-appointments. My Dentist in Bangkok found four cavities and suddenly he was filling them. He was fast and cheap.
My vote: Happy Smile at Maneeya Center, next building to Amarin Plaza (where the McDonald's is) on Pleonchit Road.
I haven't had an American dentist touch my teeth all the 14 years I've been here. :) I always return home to the dentist there. My dad, mom and brothers all have the same dentist. If he wasn't in, we had others and they are great too.
German dentists in Pattaya are the best for me and my friends. We go to Pattaya for our routine cleaning and check up while having a great weekend too! :-)
phew! i thought u were gonna say that they were terrible or something.. glad Dentist51 didn't let you down!
That is very affordable. You lucky bastard too, you have some amazing mouth bacteria then if you have not gotten any cavities in 6 years. Or you just are that good dental hygienist, which I doubt after all you got some discolouring in the teeth…;) Hehe anyway, quite nice, different kind of posting on Bangkok, Quite helpful I am sure for newcomers etc. :)
There are a lot of high quality dental clinics in Thailand, especially in Sukhumvit and Phuket. They are internationally trained and accredited, so you can be assured of good quality dental work.
i need to get 4 implants i had 3 done here in calif. they cost 4,000 per tooth. i just can't afford to pay that now. so going to thailand seems logical. anyone have had implant in BKK? please let me know the best dentist for this procedure. thanks,david
Hi David,
I am hoping your implant work went well and would like to know if you went to Bangkok for it.
I too need two implants and the cost is also about $4K each.
I also love Thailand but haven't been there since the 90's. This is a great excuse to return.
Please let me know if you would.
Apprciatively,
Jim
My experience at Bangkok Smile dental was excellent. I was extremely impressed with their professionalism and responsiveness when I initially inquired about Bangkok Smile. When I arrived in Bangkok I appreciated not only how accommodating all of the staff were but also the effort taken to ensure that I was comfortable and that all of my concerns were addressed. Most importantly I was extremely satisfied with the dental implants that I had done. Dr. Sunisa was by far the most meticulous and thorough dentist I have ever been treated by. She was efficient, attentive and gentle. Everone was very kind and you felt taken care of from the minute you arrived. Very pleased
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When you're in Koh Samui – go to Dr. Jimmy's Dental Clinic in Nathon or Chaweng!
For me, he's the best and he's treatening my teeth more than 6 years and I was always happy about his work an also about his prices!
When you go and see him, please say hello from me!
Hi I also want to do teeth implant 3 or 4 of them. please let me know the price and how many days will take for total procedure? any suggestion for the best teeth implant at Bangkok. Thanks
Jasmin
I need 2 implants and 1 root canal