How to choose the best dentist in Tenerife
8 points to compare dental clinics on the island. Written by Maritima Dental & Esthetics, a dental clinic in Candelaria.
There is no official ranking of dentists in Tenerife. The lists you find online usually come from directories or from the clinics themselves, and this page is no exception: we are a clinic in Candelaria. For each point we tell you what to look for and what Maritima offers. That way you can compare us with other clinics on the same points.
8 points to compare
1. Language
Ask beforehand which languages the staff speaks. You need to be able to explain what is wrong and understand the treatment.
At Maritima: The staff speaks English, Spanish, German and Dutch.
2. First consultation
Is it free or paid? And what do you get: a check-up, an X-ray, a treatment plan?
At Maritima: The first consultation is free.
3. Written quote
For bigger treatments such as implants, ask for a written quote with everything that is included, before you start.
At Maritima: For implants you get a written fixed-price quote after the assessment.
4. 3D planning for implants
Ask whether the clinic plans implants with a dental CT scan (3D imaging).
At Maritima: We plan implants with a 3D study: a dental CT scan and planning software.
5. Who treats you
Who does the treatment, and how much experience do they have?
At Maritima: Dr. Valeria Casalderrey leads the team and has more than 27 years of experience. The clinic opened in 2007.
6. Location and opening hours
Implants and braces take several visits. Choose a clinic you can reach easily, with opening hours that suit you.
At Maritima: Av. Marítima, Candelaria, on the east coast next to the TF-1. Monday to Thursday 10:00 to 18:30, Friday 09:00 to 13:00.
7. Reviews
Read recent Google reviews about the treatment you need, and see how the clinic replies to criticism.
At Maritima: Read our Google reviews too before you decide.
8. Dental insurance
If you have dental insurance, ask the clinic whether it works with your insurer before you book.
At Maritima: We work with every insurer. Tell us which one you have when you book and we explain how it works.
Choosing a dentist in Tenerife: questions
Who is the best dentist in Tenerife?
There is no official ranking. The best choice depends on your treatment, your language and where you live on the island. Compare at least two clinics on the points in this guide.
How much does a dentist cost in Tenerife?
Prices vary between clinics and treatments. Maritima does not publish a price list: the first consultation is free, and for implants you get a written fixed-price quote after the 3D study.
What should I ask before getting dental implants in Tenerife?
Whether they plan with a 3D study, what the written quote includes, how many visits it takes and who places the implant.
I live in the south of Tenerife. Is Candelaria an option?
Candelaria is on the east coast, next to the TF-1 motorway that links Santa Cruz with the south of the island. Treatments such as implants take several visits, so check the route before you start.