Dr. Verónica Rodríguez Dental Clinic is a private single-specialty practice in Cedritos, north Bogotá. The clinic serves international patients, particularly from the United States, Spain, and Puerto Rico. Led by Dr. Verónica Rodríguez, it focuses on full-mouth restoration and aesthetic smile transformations.
Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry
The clinic centers its approach on oral rehabilitation, restoring bite function before aesthetic improvements. Dr. Rodríguez brings 20 years of experience in smile makeovers and restorative plans. She works with specialists to address complex cases involving jaw alignment and tooth loss.
Several methods restore or enhance dental appearance:
- Porcelain veneers created in the lab to reshape or brighten the smile.
- Resin veneers built in a single appointment without filing down natural teeth.
- Zirconia crowns for damaged teeth, which typically last 10 to 15 years.
- Laser teeth whitening and dental bonding for minor corrections.
Treatment timelines work around travel schedules. Smile makeovers and veneers typically require one week in Bogotá. Crown restorations also take about seven days.
Dental Implants and Full-Arch Restoration
The clinic offers multiple solutions for missing teeth, including All-on-4 and All-on-6 protocols. These techniques anchor a complete upper or lower arch using four or six implants. This eliminates removable dentures and restores full chewing ability.
Implants follow a staged process for long-term stability:
- Immediate-load implants are available when bone density allows same-day crown placement.
- Standard implants require two trips so the titanium can bond with the bone.
- The first trip takes 7–15 days. A second visit follows six months later for 7–10 days.
- Treatment plans include zirconia and porcelain prosthetics for a natural look.
Implant pricing is transparent and includes CT scans and extractions at no extra cost. Prices are listed in US dollars so international patients can compare options easily.
Orthodontics and Periodontal Health
For jaw and bite issues, the clinic combines orthodontics with orthognathic surgery. Patients abroad can use Invisalign through a guided virtual process. Home scans and virtual check-ups minimize international travel.
A dedicated periodontist treats gum disease. Available treatments include:
- Deep gum cleaning per arch to treat inflammation.
- Gingivectomy to trim and reshape the gum line around specific teeth.
- Open-flap surgery for advanced cases requiring access to tooth roots.
- Routine professional scaling in a single appointment.
The Florida Probe helps specialists track gum health and bone support accurately. These assessments confirm the foundation is healthy before restorative work begins.
Digital Diagnostics and Planning
The practice uses CEREC Omnicam scanning to create digital models of the patient's mouth. This replaces traditional molds with precise 3D images. Digital Smile Design (DSD) software plans the final result based on facial proportions.
Diagnostic capabilities include:
- Panoramic and targeted X-rays for internal bone viewing.
- Periapical X-rays to check specific tooth roots.
- Computer-aided design for planning complex rehabilitations.
These digital tools reduce errors and let patients preview expected results before treatment. All planning is organized around how many days a patient needs to stay in Bogotá.
International Patient Services
Dr. Verónica Rodríguez provides care entirely in English. A key feature is the pre-travel planning workflow. Patients receive a written plan with the treatment sequence and total price before booking flights.
The clinic offers several logistical services:
- Virtual assessments via video call or case review.
- Optional airport pickup from El Dorado International Airport.
- Private rides to and from dental appointments.
- Help finding hotels near the clinic in Cedritos.
Patients can pay with major credit cards, bank transfers, or secure payment links. This structured approach removes uncertainty for those traveling to Colombia for dental care.