Costa Rica is located in Central America. Our country has constantly been situated among the leading nations of Latin America in the Human Development Index (IDH); it was ranked number 69 in the world in 2011.
According to the New Economy Foundation, Costa Rica ranks first in the Happy Planet Index, and it is the “greenest” country in the world.
Costa Rica is one of the most appreciated tourist destinations on the planet. Our country is home to a wide variety of plants and animals. Although the country only has about 0.25% of the world’s territory, it contains 5% of the planet’s biodiversity. Around 25% of the country’s territory is made up of national parks and other types of protected areas.
Costa Rica offers a wide variety of natural and cultural wonders ranging from white sand beaches to coral reefs, volcanoes, exotic rainforests, hot springs, and many other attractions. Be sure to enjoy our country during your stay!

The medical tourism industry in Costa Rica has experienced tremendous growth in recent years, which has made our country one of the favorite destinations for travel for medical purposes, thanks to some unique factors, according to the Council for the Promotion of International Medicine of Costa Rica
At DDS Dental, you will find a team of Patient Services Coordinators who will assist you with any questions you may have regarding your trip to Costa Rica, appointment dates, and other services such as:
Travel tips: Every American citizen needs a passport with a validity of 6 months to enter Costa Rica. It is very important that you do not buy the air ticket, or book your lodging, until you have confirmed the dates of your appointments to perform the respective dental treatments. The closest airport to our office is Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO).