Travel dental guides
Paying for dental care in Korea without Korean insurance
Reference fees, how quotes work, and which cards and wallets you can use, explained before you sit down.
Visitors without Korean insurance pay as private patients. At Guardians Dental, full-mouth scaling is ₩60,000 and other reference fees are published in our fee list. Your final fee is confirmed in writing before treatment, and you can pay in KRW or USD cash, by international card, bank transfer, or selected mobile wallets and QR payments.
Why clinics in Korea publish reference fees
Korean clinics disclose reference rates for non-insured treatment under Article 45 of the Medical Service Act. That makes it easier to compare before you travel. Your final fee still depends on your mouth, the materials and the complexity of your case.
Reference fees at Guardians Dental
| Treatment | Reference fee (KRW) |
|---|---|
| Scaling, full mouth | 60,000 |
| Resin filling, 1 surface | 100,000 |
| CAD/CAM ceramic inlay | 300,000 |
| Zirconia crown | 600,000 |
| Implant with zirconia crown | 900,000 |
| DIAlami veneer, DIAwhite whitening | Quote |
Prices last updated October 2026. Cosmetic treatment may carry 10% VAT. See the full fee list.
How a quote works
- Before you fly: send photos or X-rays for a free online consultation. We reply within 24 business hours with a preliminary estimate where possible.
- At the clinic: after the exam, you receive a written plan and fee.
- Only then does treatment start. Nothing is added without your OK.
Ways to pay
- Cash in KRW or USD.
- Major international credit and debit cards.
- International bank transfer.
- Selected cross-border mobile wallets and QR payments.
Travel insurance and receipts
Some travel insurance policies cover emergency dental treatment. Ask us for an itemised receipt in English, and check your policy’s claim rules before you travel.
Questions people ask
How much is teeth cleaning in Seoul for tourists?
At Guardians Dental, full-mouth scaling is ₩60,000 for visitors without Korean insurance.
Can I pay a Korean dentist with a foreign credit card?
Yes. Major international cards are accepted, along with KRW or USD cash, bank transfer and selected mobile wallets.
Can I get a receipt for travel insurance?
Yes. Ask for an itemised receipt in English at the desk.
iUpdated 15 October 2026. Opening hours and prices of places outside the clinic can change; check on the day.
