# The Special Teeth — Bilingual Dentist in Tijuana, 10 Minutes from San Diego

> The Special Teeth is a bilingual (English/Spanish) dental clinic in Zona Centro, Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico, about 10 minutes (3.3 km / 2 miles) by car from the San Ysidro Port of Entry (PedEast / Puerta Este). It serves patients from San Diego, Southern California and the rest of the United States, and accepts Aetna and MetLife PPO dental insurance with direct billing after a prior evaluation.

## Key facts
- Address: Ave. Negrete 2051, Zona Centro, 22000 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico
- Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?cid=12985042773883634773
- WhatsApp / Mexico phone: +52 664 174 2930
- U.S. phone: +1 619 763 5489
- Hours: Monday–Saturday 9:00 am–6:00 pm (Pacific Time). Sundays: emergencies only, by prior appointment.
- Languages: English and Spanish.
- Insurance: Aetna PPO and MetLife PPO accepted (direct billing; coverage depends on each plan). Every quote and insurance use requires a prior clinical evaluation.
- Initial evaluation: $80 USD, includes a full set of X-rays, photos and a general cleaning.
- Team: specialists in implantology and oral rehabilitation, prosthodontics, periodontics, endodontics, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry and general dentistry, plus a patient experience manager who coordinates appointments and travel logistics.

## Reference prices (USD, starting prices; final estimate after evaluation)
- Initial evaluation (X-rays, photos, cleaning): $80
- General cleaning: from $65
- Deep cleaning: $100
- Composite filling: from $75
- Simple extraction: from $90
- Surgical extraction: from $200
- Periodontal consultation: from $40
- Scaling and root planing: from $120 per quadrant; full mouth from $385
- Dental implant (fixture only): from $1,000
- All-on-4 / All-on-6: from $12,500 per arch
- Zirconia crown: from $450
- E.max crown: from $550
- Porcelain veneer: from $550
- Composite veneer: from $250
- Porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crown: price after evaluation
- Root canal treatment: $300
- Root canal retreatment: $350
- Post and core buildup: $150
- Apicoectomy: $275–$400
- Invisalign clear aligners: from $3,500
- 3D CBCT scan (taken at our partner imaging lab; transfer included): from $120
- The Night Guard (custom lab-made night guard with at-home impression kit): $129.99, sold online at https://www.ebay.com/itm/397307596972
- Emergency appointments: always by prior appointment depending on availability; call or WhatsApp +52 664 174 2930
- Full, current price list: https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dental-treatments-tijuana/

## Main pages (English)
- [Dentist in Tijuana, 10 Min from San Ysidro | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/): Bilingual dentist in Tijuana's Zona Centro, about 10 minutes from the San Ysidro border. Aetna & MetLife PPO accepted. Reference prices online.
- [Dental Treatments and Prices in Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dental-treatments-tijuana/): Explore dental treatments and indicative prices in Tijuana: implants, gum care, E.max crowns, root canals, braces and Invisalign. Request an assessment.
- [Aetna & MetLife PPO Dental Insurance in Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dental-insurance-aetna-metlife-ppo/): Have Aetna or MetLife PPO? We bill your insurer directly and you may pay little or nothing. Bilingual dentist 10 min from San Ysidro.
- [Dental Tourism in Tijuana, 10 Min from San Diego Border](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dental-tourism-dentist-near-san-diego/): Plan your dental visit from San Diego: border crossing, transport, hotels and follow-up. Clinic about 10 min from San Ysidro. Bilingual care.
- [Contact & Directions | Dentist 10 Min from San Ysidro](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/contact-dentist-in-tijuana/): Ave. Negrete 2051, Zona Centro, Tijuana. About 10 min (2 miles) from San Ysidro. WhatsApp +52 664 174 2930 · US +1 619 763 5489.
- [Request a Dental Appointment in Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/request-an-appointment/): Request an appointment at The Special Teeth in Tijuana. Share your contact details to coordinate your assessment and confirm availability.
- [Our Dental Team in Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/nosotros/): Meet the clinical and patient coordination team at The Special Teeth in Tijuana. Learn about their training and areas of care.

## Treatments (English)
- [Dental Implants in Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dental-implants-tijuana/): Explore dental implant options in Tijuana. Assessment and planning for tooth replacement, with care in English and Spanish.
- [Periodontal Care and Gum Treatment in Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/periodontal-care-tijuana/): Gum care in Tijuana with Dr. Gina Fernanda Luna Jiménez. Periodontal assessment, scaling and root planing, and treatment options.
- [E.max Crowns and Dental Veneers in Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dental-veneers-and-crowns/): Explore E.max crowns, zirconia crowns and veneers in Tijuana. Compare options and indicative prices. Material selection follows a clinical assessment.
- [Orthodontics and Invisalign in Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/orthodontics-in-tijuana/): Metal braces and Invisalign in Tijuana. Explore options for tooth alignment and bite correction, with a personalized plan and estimate.
- [Root Canal Treatment in Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/root-canal-treatment-tijuana/): Root canal assessment and treatment in Tijuana to address pulp damage or infection and preserve the tooth when possible. Bilingual care.
- [Dental Cleaning and Prevention in Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dental-cleaning-and-prevention/): Dental cleaning and preventive care in Tijuana. Explore care options for teeth and gums and schedule an assessment with our team.

## Dental team
- [Dr. Bianca Paulina Acosta Sansen | Implantology in Tijuana](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/equipo/dra-bianca-paulina-acosta-sansen-3/): Dr. Bianca Paulina Acosta Sansen, Implantology and Oral Rehabilitation at The Special Teeth, Tijuana. View education and license status.
- [Dr. Héctor Esquivel | Prosthodontics in Tijuana](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/equipo/dr-hector-esquivel-bello-3/): Dr. Héctor Esquivel, Prosthodontics at The Special Teeth, Tijuana. View education and professional licenses.
- [Carolina Rivera | Dental Assistant in Tijuana](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/equipo/carolina-rivera-rodelo-3/): Carolina Rivera, Dental Assistant at The Special Teeth, Tijuana. View her education.
- [Dr. Arely Becerra | Orthodontics in Tijuana](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/equipo/dra-arely-becerra-hernandez-3/): Dr. Arely Becerra, Orthodontics at The Special Teeth, Tijuana. View education and license status.
- [Dr. Gina Fernanda Luna Jiménez | Periodontics in Tijuana](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/equipo/dra-gina-fernanda-luna-jimenez-3/): Dr. Gina Fernanda Luna Jiménez, Periodontics at The Special Teeth, Tijuana. View education and license status.
- [MBA Arim Serrano | Patient Experience Manager in Tijuana](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/equipo/mba-arim-serrano-garcia-3/): MBA Arim Serrano, Patient Experience Manager at The Special Teeth, Tijuana. Appointment coordination, travel logistics and patient follow-up.
- [Dr. Paola Tejeda | General Dentistry in Tijuana](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/equipo/dra-ilse-paola-tejeda-gomez-3/): Dr. Paola Tejeda, General Dentistry at The Special Teeth, Tijuana. View education and professional license.
- [Dr. Nancy Meza | Pediatric Dentistry in Tijuana](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/equipo/dra-nancy-alejandra-meza-jimenez-3/): Dr. Nancy Meza, Pediatric Dentistry at The Special Teeth, Tijuana. View education and license status.
- [Dr. Luz Dalia Luna | Endodontics in Tijuana](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/equipo/dra-luz-dalia-luna-jimenez-3/): Dr. Luz Dalia Luna, Endodontics at The Special Teeth, Tijuana. View education and license status.

## Patient guides — Odonto News blog (English)
- [Dental Veneers in Mexico: Price, Types and What to Know First](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/carillas-dentales-mexico-precio/): Reference price for porcelain veneers in Tijuana, porcelain vs. composite, and why veneers are a treatment that cannot be reversed.
- [Why Is My Root Canal $3,000? What the Price Includes and Your Options](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/por-que-endodoncia-cuesta-tanto/): If you were quoted an expensive root canal, learn what changes the price, why the total often includes more than the root canal itself, and what to ask.
- [Do Dentists in Tijuana Take US Dental Insurance? How It Works With a PPO Plan](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dentistas-tijuana-aceptan-seguro/): Which dental plans can work in Mexico, the difference between reimbursement and direct billing, and what to ask your insurer before your visit.
- [Is It Worth Going to Mexico for Dental Work? What to Consider Before You Decide](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/vale-la-pena-dentista-mexico/): Savings, real risks and how to reduce them: what to check before traveling to Mexico for dental treatment, based on official health sources.
- [Are Mexican Dentists as Good as American Dentists? How to Check for Yourself](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dentistas-mexicanos-vs-estados-unidos/): Quality depends on the dentist, not the country. How dentists train in Mexico, how to verify a license and specialty, and what to ask before you start.
- [Los Algodones or Tijuana for Dental Work? How to Choose Based on Where You Live](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/los-algodones-o-tijuana-dentista/): Los Algodones and Tijuana are both popular border dental destinations. Compare distance, number of visits and follow-up to choose what works for you.
- [Full Mouth Dental Implants in Mexico: Cost, Options and Using Your Insurance](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/implantes-boca-completa-mexico/): Full-arch implant options, what changes the cost, how many trips from San Diego it usually takes, and how an Aetna or MetLife PPO plan can help.
- [How Much Does a Dentist Cost in Tijuana? Reference Prices and Why Your Evaluation Sets the Total](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/cuanto-cuesta-dentista-tijuana/): Reference prices in USD for dental treatment in Tijuana, why your final quote comes after an evaluation, and how to use your Aetna or MetLife PPO plan.
- [Before You Accept Dental Treatment: Questions About Costs, Alternatives and Follow-Up](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/preguntas-antes-tratamiento-dental/): Before accepting dental treatment, review costs, alternatives, risks, timelines and follow-up with your dentist.
- [Broken Tooth, Crown or Denture? What to Do Until You Get Care](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/diente-corona-protesis-rota/): A broken tooth, crown or denture: temporary steps you can take and when to seek professional care.
- [Dental Treatment in Tijuana: How to Plan Visits, Transportation and Follow-Up](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/organizar-tratamiento-dental-tijuana/): Plan appointments, border crossings, timing and follow-up for your dental treatment in Tijuana, about 10 minutes from San Ysidro.
- [Do Fixed Teeth on Implants Need Cleaning Too? How to Care for Them](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/limpieza-protesis-fija-implantes/): Fixed teeth on implants still need daily hygiene and professional maintenance. Learn what to ask about cleaning and check-ups.
- [Why Do Your Dentures Move? What Can Be Adjusted and When to Replace Them](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dentadura-se-mueve-ajuste/): Loose removable dentures may need an adjustment, a reline or replacement. Learn what to check and when to see your dentist.
- [Wisdom Teeth Recovery: What to Expect and When to Call Your Dentist](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/recuperacion-muelas-juicio/): What to expect after wisdom tooth removal, usual aftercare, and the warning signs that mean you should contact your dentist.
- [Why Might a Tooth That Already Had a Root Canal Need More Treatment?](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/retratamiento-endodoncia/): Why a tooth with a previous root canal may need a new evaluation, and the alternatives a specialist may consider.
- [How Long Do Dental Implants Take? The Stages to Know Before You Start](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/cuanto-tarda-implante-dental/): The stages of a dental implant, from evaluation to final restoration, and the factors that can change the timeline and number of visits.
- [What Happens If You Leave a Missing Tooth Untreated?](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/que-pasa-si-falta-un-diente/): A missing tooth can affect your bite and oral function. Learn which factors to weigh before deciding whether to replace it.
- [Bleeding Gums? Why They Need a Check Even If They Don't Hurt](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/encias-sangran/): Bleeding gums deserve attention even without pain. Learn the possible causes and why a periodontal evaluation is worth it.
- [Your First Dental Visit: What the Evaluation Includes and Why Each Study Matters](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/primera-visita-dentista-valoracion/): What an initial dental evaluation can include, what each study is for, and the questions to ask before treatment.
- [Not Enough Bone for a Dental Implant? Options That Can Be Evaluated](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/poco-hueso-para-implante/): Low bone volume does not always rule out a dental implant. Learn which studies and alternatives a specialist may consider.
- [Removable Dentures vs Fixed Teeth on Implants: The Differences That Matter](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dentadura-removible-vs-implantes/): Compare removable dentures and fixed teeth on implants: stability, hygiene, maintenance and what to discuss with your dentist.
- [Do You Always Need a Crown After a Root Canal?](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/corona-despues-endodoncia/): When a crown may be recommended after a root canal, and the factors that shape how a treated tooth is restored.
- [What Can You Eat After Wisdom Tooth Removal?](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/comer-despues-extraer-muela-juicio/): Food ideas and precautions after a wisdom tooth extraction. Always follow the specific instructions from your oral surgeon.
- [Dental Implant or Bridge: How to Choose When You Are Missing a Tooth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/implante-o-puente-dental/): Implant or bridge: differences, clinical factors, care and the questions to ask before replacing a missing tooth.
- [How to Choose a Top-Rated Dentist and Clinic in Tijuana](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/verificar-dentista-clinica-tijuana/): Before choosing a dental clinic in Tijuana, check credentials, treatment information, your estimate and follow-up. Useful questions for your visit.
- [All-on-4 vs All-on-6: What Changes Between Four and Six Implants?](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/all-on-4-vs-all-on-6/): Compare All-on-4 and All-on-6, the number of implants, and the clinical factors that shape the choice of a full-arch restoration.
- [Does a Root Canal Hurt? What to Expect During and After Treatment](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/endodoncia-duele/): What to expect during a root canal, how pain is controlled, and which after-effects you should discuss with your dentist.
- [Do All Wisdom Teeth Need to Be Removed?](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/todas-las-muelas-juicio-se-extraen/): Not every wisdom tooth needs extraction. Learn which factors are evaluated and when it makes sense to request a dental assessment.
- [How Much Does a Dental Implant Cost? What Your Estimate Should Include](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/cuanto-cuesta-implante-dental/): The cost of a dental implant depends on several stages and components. Learn what an estimate should include and what to ask before deciding.
- [Save the Tooth or Extract It? How That Decision Is Made](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/salvar-diente-o-extraerlo/): The factors a dentist weighs before recommending keeping or extracting a tooth, and the questions worth asking at your appointment.
- [Is It Safe to Get Dental Work in Tijuana? What to Check Before Your Appointment](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/seguro-viajar-tijuana-dentista/): Before visiting a dentist in Tijuana, review credentials, your written estimate, transportation and follow-up. A guide to planning an informed visit.
- [Dental Emergency in Tijuana: Dentist or Emergency Room?](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/emergencia-dental-tijuana/): How to tell a toothache that needs a prompt dental visit from a medical warning sign, and what to do if you are in Tijuana or San Diego.
- [That crunch was not part of the costume: what to do when a tooth breaks](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/diente-roto-dulce-duro-halloween/): Hard candy, ice, and an unexpected chip. How to protect a broken tooth, save the fragment, and recognize when urgent care is needed.
- [Less hunger, new questions: GLP-1 and oral health](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/glp1-apetito-nutricion-salud-bucal/): A changing appetite can change routines too. Explore GLP-1 therapy, dryness, reflux, nutrition, and lessons from bariatric surgery without confusing their effects.
- [The day pain changed: a dentist, ether, and a historic October](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/historia-anestesia-16-octubre/): October 16, 1846 changed the history of anesthesia. The original report reveals a detail the legend often leaves out—and a connection to dental fear today.
- [Toothache at night: the scare that keeps you awake](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dolor-muela-noche/): Why can a tooth hurt more when you lie down? Explore possible causes, temporary care, medicines to discuss with a pharmacist, and signs that call for urgent treatment.
- [Halloween candy: can one night cause a cavity?](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dulces-halloween-caries/): Cavity risk does not magically appear after one bite. Explore how amount, frequency, saliva, and candy type matter—and enjoy Halloween thoughtfully.
- [Washington’s teeth: the wooden myth hid a different story](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dientes-george-washington-mito-madera/): Washington took office with one natural tooth. His letters and dentures tell a more human—and more complicated—story than the wooden-teeth myth.
- [Why does your breath sometimes smell rotten? The truth about tonsil stones](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/halitosis-piedras-amigdalas-tonsilolitos/): Does your breath smell rotten, and do you see small white stones at the back of your mouth? Learn what tonsil stones are, why they can cause bad breath and when to seek care.
- [Halloween Fangs: Keep the Scare in the Costume](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/colmillos-vampiro-halloween/): Can you eat with fake fangs? Learn what manufacturers say about wear time, braces and precautions for enjoying Halloween.
- [The Tooth Worm: A Monster Blamed for Centuries](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/gusano-dental-historia-caries/): Before people understood cavities, an imaginary worm explained toothache. A Halloween story about myths, science and an encouraging ending.
- [Tooth Gems: What the Sparkle Doesn't Show](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/diamantes-dentales-tooth-gems/): A tooth gem for just one night? They can stay attached for months. Discover what's behind the sparkle and what professional sources say.

## Visiting Baja California from Tijuana
- [Visiting Rosarito from Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dental-tourism-dentist-near-san-diego/visitar-rosarito-desde-tijuana/): Plan a visit to Rosarito from Tijuana: Pacific coast, Puerto Nuevo, directions from our dental clinic and tips for your trip.
- [Visiting Ensenada from Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dental-tourism-dentist-near-san-diego/visitar-ensenada-desde-tijuana/): Plan a visit to Ensenada from Tijuana: a port city known for its food, with directions from our dental clinic and tips for your trip.
- [Visiting Tecate from Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dental-tourism-dentist-near-san-diego/visitar-tecate-desde-tijuana/): Plan a visit to Tecate from Tijuana: a Pueblo Mágico with bakeries and mountain scenery, directions from our dental clinic and trip tips.
- [Visiting Mexicali from Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dental-tourism-dentist-near-san-diego/visitar-mexicali-desde-tijuana/): Plan a visit to Mexicali from Tijuana: the state capital and its Chinese cuisine, with directions from our dental clinic and trip tips.
- [Visiting San Quintín from Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dental-tourism-dentist-near-san-diego/visitar-san-quintin-desde-tijuana/): Plan a visit to San Quintín from Tijuana: Pacific bays and seafood, with directions from our dental clinic and tips for your trip.
- [Visiting San Felipe from Tijuana | The Special Teeth](https://thespecialteeth.com/en/dental-tourism-dentist-near-san-diego/visitar-san-felipe-desde-tijuana/): Plan a visit to San Felipe from Tijuana: Sea of Cortez, waterfront promenade and seafood, directions from our dental clinic and trip tips.

## Spanish version
- Every page is also available in Spanish under /es/ (for example https://thespecialteeth.com/es/ and https://thespecialteeth.com/es/dental-treatments-tijuana/).

## Profiles
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Medical note: prices and content are educational references. Diagnosis, treatment plan and final cost are defined only after an in-person clinical evaluation.