What to Bring to a Korean Dental Clinic, and What to Leave at Home
Published by The Seoul Dental Clinic · Meet the dentists
Bring photo ID, a list of your medicines and health conditions, any recent dental X-rays, and your insurance details if you need paperwork. Leave valuables at home. Write down your questions beforehand so nothing is forgotten in a short appointment.
The essentials
A first visit is mostly about getting to know your mouth and your history. A few items make it quicker and safer.
If you wear dentures, a retainer or clear aligners, bring them along, because your dentist may want to check the fit. If you have had any recent illness, surgery or new medicine, write the dates down. Bring a note of which teeth have bothered you and when. Details like these seem small, yet they often decide whether the dentist can reach a clear plan at the first visit.
- Photo ID such as a passport or alien registration card, if you have one.
- A list of medicines, supplements and allergies.
- Notes on medical conditions and past surgeries.
- Any dental X-rays or records from the last few years.
- A phone with your booking details and the clinic's address.
What is useful, and why
The clinic states that overseas-insurance paperwork support is available. Bring your policy details and ask what is needed.
Allow time for the visit itself. A first appointment can include forms, X-rays, an examination and a discussion of options, so avoid booking something important straight afterward. If you are accompanied by a friend who speaks Korean, tell the clinic in advance; though English-language support is available, some people simply feel more at ease with company.
| Item | Why it helps |
|---|---|
| Medicine and allergy list | Helps your dentist avoid anything unsuitable for you |
| Previous X-rays | Gives your dentist a history to compare against |
| Insurance forms | Lets the clinic complete overseas-claim paperwork |
| Questions list | Keeps a short appointment focused |
| Travel dates | Helps plan the sequence of treatment |
Before you leave home
Brush and floss normally. If you are nervous, mention it when booking, as sedation is available at the clinic and is discussed at consultation. Prices for sedation are as published; confirm at consultation.
Eat lightly if you are unsure whether you will have anesthesia. Ask the clinic if you need to fast for any planned procedure.
Getting there
The clinic is by Taepyeong Station, Exit 5, in Sujin-dong, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam. Allow a little extra time on your first visit to find the entrance and complete any forms. The clinic is open Monday to Saturday (Saturday until 13:00) and closed on Sundays, and there is a parking garage in the building if you drive.
What to leave at home
You do not need to bring much. Leave valuables and large bags at home or the hotel. Do not bring gifts or envelopes of cash, as these are not expected. Skip heavy perfume, and try not to eat a strongly flavored meal just before.
If you wear contact lenses, clear aligners or a retainer, carry the case so you can take them out if asked.
At the visit
Expect a conversation, an examination and, where needed, X-rays. The dentist will explain what they find and propose options, with a price quoted after examination for anything not on the published list. A consultation in English is free as published; other consultations are quoted after examination. Ask for the plan in writing and take your time before deciding.
Finally, keep an open mind about the plan. Your dentist may suggest tests or treatments you did not expect. Ask what each step is for, what the alternatives are and what happens if you wait, then decide at your own pace.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to bring my passport?
Photo ID is usually helpful. Ask the clinic what it needs when you book.
Should I bring old X-rays?
Yes, if you have them. They can save time and help your dentist.
Can I get a quote before treatment?
Prices on the published list are shown on this site. Others are quoted after examination.
Do I need to speak Korean?
No. The clinic states that English-language support is available.
English-speaking dentists in Seongnam
The clinic was founded by two brothers trained at Seoul National University who direct it together. Three further dentists hold Ministry of Health and Welfare specialist certifications. Full credentials →
Dr. Hyun Sung Park
Clinic Director
- Co-founder and joint clinic director
- DDS, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Dept. of General Dentistry, SNU Dental Hospital
- Microendodontics Programme, SNU
- Course completion, UCLA, USA
- Member, UPenn Endodontics Study Club, USA
- Certified Invisalign Provider
- Osstem Implant AIC Programme
- Member, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)
Dr. Hyeonjoon Park
Clinic Director
- Co-founder and joint clinic director
- DDS, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Dept. of General Dentistry, SNU Dental Hospital
- Affiliate Associate Fellow, American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)
- Certified Invisalign Provider; leads orthodontic treatment
- Course completion, UCLA, USA
- Member, UPenn Endodontics Study Club, USA
- Member, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)
- Member, Seoul Prime Orthodontic Study Club
Dr. Yu Jin Kim
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry (Ministry of Health and Welfare)
- Johns Hopkins University, USA
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Osaka University Dental Hospital, Japan
Dr. Min Ji Choi
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Conservative Dentistry
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry
- Internship and residency, Jeonbuk National University Dental Hospital
- Master’s degree in Conservative Dentistry, Jeonbuk National University
Dr. Jin Young Choi
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry
- Clinical training, Faculty of Dentistry, University of British Columbia, Canada
- Master’s degree, Kyungpook National University Graduate School of Dentistry
- BA in English Language and Literature, Korea University
Ready to book?
Contact the clinic and ask about the documents you should bring for your situation.