Esthetic Denistry, 3D printed veneers
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We love taking care of your smile
Welcome to vm dental
Since it was founded by Dr. Samuel Velázquez Guerrero in 1980, VM Dental has been serving the binational community of Southern California and Baja California and is well established as one of the Top Dental Clinics in the region.
At VM Dental, our goal is to design and create beautiful and unique smiles in the most relaxing and peaceful environment so that our patients can take away a very pleasant experience every time they visit our office.
Your smile is our priority and we are honored to provide specialized comprehensive care for you and your family, that is why we will guide you in every step of your dental journey.
Our patients are our most important asset, and we strive to develop long-lasting, trusting relationships with all of our patients. Your referrals are welcome and appreciated.
Please feel free to contact us at 619-250 7509.
We hope to see you soon!
At VM Dental, our goal is to design and create beautiful and unique smiles in the most relaxing and peaceful environment so that our patients can take away a very pleasant experience every time they visit our office.
Your smile is our priority and we are honored to provide specialized comprehensive care for you and your family, that is why we will guide you in every step of your dental journey.
Our patients are our most important asset, and we strive to develop long-lasting, trusting relationships with all of our patients. Your referrals are welcome and appreciated.
Please feel free to contact us at 619-250 7509.
We hope to see you soon!
Our Team
Dr. Alan Velazquez
Esthetic and Implant Dentistry
Dr. Velazquez has over 15 years of Dental experience (5 years as a Dental Assistant and +10 years as a practicing dentist). Dr. Alan also earned a postgraduate degree in Esthetic, Restorative and Implant Dentistry from the University of Minnesota and is one of a handful of dentists in the state with a Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) degree.
Dr. Marla Velazquez
Orthodontics & General Dentistry
Graduated from UABC in 2012. Dr. Marla is specialized in Orthodontics (2019-2021) and is a Certified Invisalign provider and member of the Mexican Academy of Orthodontics. She is currently doing a Dental MBA at UCAM, Madrid. Her practice mainly focuses on restorative dentistry and orthodontics.
Dr. Ana Delia Velazquez
Orthodontics
Dr. Ana graduated from U.A.B.C. and is a Board Certified specialist in Orthodontics.
Dr. Carlo Valenzuela
Oral Surgery/Dental implants
Graduated from U.A.B.C in 2014, Dr. Carlo Valenzuela's area of expertise is in Oral Surgery and Dental Implants
Dr. Hanny Urrea
General Dentistry
Dr. Hanny graduated from U.A.B.C. on 2019 and is currently doing postgraduate program in Orthodontics at the University of Coahuila at Saltillo.
Daniela
Dental Assistant
Daniela is a Dental Student at Universidad Autónoma de Baja California Campus Valle de las Palmas
Meet Dr. Velazquez
Dr. Alan Velazquez started his dental career when he was 15 years old (2001) as a part-time dental assistant at VM Dental, where he was able to support in limited administrative and clinical aspects of the practice. This exposure to the field of Dentistry made him aware of importance and life changing possibilities of Esthetic Dentistry, which made it clear for him to decide and apply to Dental School at Universidad Autónoma de Baja California (U.A.B.C.) in 2005.
Following graduation in 2010, Dr. Velazquez moved to Ensenada, Mexico for a one year internship in General Dentistry at Clínica Hospital ISSSTE (Federal Hospital).
After the internship, he returned to VM Dental as a General Dentist and In 2014, he decided to apply to the Postgraduate program in Esthetic, Restorative and Implant Dentistry at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities campus. As a result, Dr. Alan Velazquez became one of the first Dentists in all of Mexico to receive training in Osseodensification, which is a novel technique for advanced and minimally invasive implant placement, a technique which was developed during his training at UMN.
In 2016 he was among the few participants worldwide selected to be part of the Summer Institute in Clinical Dental Research Methods, at the University of Washington. Soon after he was invited by a group of researchers from the University of Utah to be part of a research team dedicated to Oral Cancer Prevention.
As part of his ongoing training, Dr. Velazquez received an advanced osseodensification certificate from Dr. Ziv Mazor in Tel Aviv, Israel in 2019.
His passion for teaching has led him to obtain a Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) degree from the Faculty of Medicine and Psychology at U.A.B.C. (2017-2019). An achievement recognized by his alma mater (U.A.B.C.) by appointing him professor in Restorative, Esthetic and Implant Dentistry and Oral Cancer prevention.
His expertise and skills in Public Health have been crucial in helping his patients feel safe during their visits to VM Dental throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Velazquez is now doing a Ph.D. degree in Clinical Dental Science focused on Restorative Aesthetic Digital Dentistry.
Dr. Alan Velazquez is an active member of the International Association of Dental Research (I.A.D.R.) and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (A.A.C.D.), with frequent research collaborations with colleagues from different Universities. The results of said collaborations have been published in International Journals and also conference presentations in International Meetings held in Mexico, the United States, Canada, Colombia and the U.K.
In 2020, Dr. Alan was the recipient of the Behavioral, Epidemiological, Health Services Research (BEHSR) Lois Cohen International Travel Award by I.A.D.R.
During his free time, Dr. Velazquez enjoys running and spending time with his friends and family.
Treatments
Dental Implants
Titanium implants
Digital Dentistry
We use state of the art technology, including: Cone beam 3D xrays, Intraoral Scanner, Digital Smile Design, Digital Shade Matcher
Learn MoreEsthetic Dentistry
Veneers, all ceramic crowns and bridges
Orthodontics
Invisalign and traditional Braces
Restorative Dentistry
Composite fillings, Composite veneers
Preventive Dentistry
Cleanings
Dental whitening
in office or take home kit
Pediatric Dentistry
preventive sealants, composite fillings, pulpotomy, crowns, orthopedics
Periodontics
Root planing, gingivectomy, bone graft
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Location
How Do you Get to VM Dental?
By Car: Our office is conveniently located less than a mile from Tijuana/San Ysidro border which is considered the busiest border crossing in the world. We are right on the entrance of downtown Tijuana. It is an easy 4 min drive, place our office name or address in your GPS, C. Tercera 2216, Zona Centro, 22000 Tijuana, B.C. we are located between Ocampo avenue and Negrete avenue, middle of the block on the right hand side. For your convenience we also offer medical Pass (dedicated line for a faster return to the states).
Walking: if you prefer to leave your car at a parking lot in San Ysidro or take the Trolley to San Ysidro Station you can walk across San Ysidro border crossing. From there we recommend to request an uber or to take a taxi, which normally costs about $5 dlls.
If you would rather use public transportation, then once you cross the border look for the nearest SITT station, which is the city's Bus Rapid Transit system (BRT). The ride is a mere 14 pesos (about $.70 USD, make sure you bring change) , starting at either San Ysidro or Ped West station and then after about two stops you will need get down on Calle Tercera station which is located right on the world famous Avenida Revolución and from there it's a two block walk to our office.
By Car: Our office is conveniently located less than a mile from Tijuana/San Ysidro border which is considered the busiest border crossing in the world. We are right on the entrance of downtown Tijuana. It is an easy 4 min drive, place our office name or address in your GPS, C. Tercera 2216, Zona Centro, 22000 Tijuana, B.C. we are located between Ocampo avenue and Negrete avenue, middle of the block on the right hand side. For your convenience we also offer medical Pass (dedicated line for a faster return to the states).
Walking: if you prefer to leave your car at a parking lot in San Ysidro or take the Trolley to San Ysidro Station you can walk across San Ysidro border crossing. From there we recommend to request an uber or to take a taxi, which normally costs about $5 dlls.
If you would rather use public transportation, then once you cross the border look for the nearest SITT station, which is the city's Bus Rapid Transit system (BRT). The ride is a mere 14 pesos (about $.70 USD, make sure you bring change) , starting at either San Ysidro or Ped West station and then after about two stops you will need get down on Calle Tercera station which is located right on the world famous Avenida Revolución and from there it's a two block walk to our office.
Contact
- Calle Tercera 2216-A, Downtown Tijuana, Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico
Schedule an appointment with us today!
619-250 7509
Calle 3era #2216-A Zona Centro Tijuana, Baja California
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Price list
*These prices are an estimate. We always recommend you to book an appointment with our specialists who will guide and explain treatment options.
*Prices are in USD.
Diagnostic
| Clinical Oral Evaluation | Average U.S. Cost | At VM Dental | Approximate Savings |
Limited oral evaluation (problem focused) Includes one periapical x-ray | $90 | $20 | 78% |
| Comprehensive oral evaluation - new or established patient | $120 | $40 | 66% |
Diagnostic imaging | - | - | - |
| Complete series of intraoral radiographic images | $156 | $60 | 62% |
| Panoramic x-ray (extraoral) | $130 | $25 | 81% |
| Cone beam CT (extraoral) - one arch | $376 | $85 | 77% |
| Cone beam CT (extraoral) - both jaws | $403 | $120 | 70% |
| Veneers, Crowns & Restorations | Average U.S. Cost | At VM Dental | Approximate Savings |
| Porcelain Veneer (per veneer) | $1,350 | $470 | 65% |
| Direct Composite Veneer (per veneer) | $800 | $250 | 69% |
| Porcelain Fused to Metal Crown | $1,100 | $365 | 67% |
| E.max Crown (all ceramic) | $1,365 | $470 | 66% |
| Full Zirconia Crown (all ceramic) | $1,365 | $470 | 66% |
| E.max inlays and onlays | $1,160 | $400 | 66% |
| Fiber post and core build up | $395 | $137 | 65% |
| Night Guard | $475 | $126 | 73% |
| Implants | Average U.S. Cost | At VM Dental | Approximate Savings |
| Titanium implant (price includes implant only) | $2,357 | $800 | 66% |
| Prefabricated Implant abutment | $870 | $260 | 70% |
| Custom implant abutment | $1,026 | $330 | 68% |
| ZIrconia Crown over implant | $1,700 | $470 | 72% |
| Bone graft (per tooth) | $847 | $365 | 57% |
| Additional bone graft (per tooth) | $640 | $250 | 61% |
| Intracrestal Sinus lift | $2,053 | $500 | 76% |
| Lateral Window Sinus lift | $3,485 | $1,200 | 66% |
| Implant supported denture (removable) with 2 implants | $6,500 | $3,250 | 50% |
| Implant overdenture (removable) with 4 implants | $8,000 | $4,500 | 44% |
| All on 4 or 6 implants - includes all extractions, sinus and socket grafts, implants and fixed bridge (price per arch) | $25,000 | $8,900- $13,300 | 65% |
| Removable Dentures | Average U.S. Cost | At VM Dental | Approximate Savings |
| Full Denture (acrylic teeth) upper or lower | $1,950 | $498 | 74% |
| Partial Denture (metal frame) | $2,120 | $400-550 | 81% |
| Partial Denture (flexible frame) | $1,650 | $350-450 | 79% |
| Immediate Denture | $2,180 | $520 | 76% |
| Full Denture (porcelain teeth) upper or lower | $2,150 | $600 | 72% |
| Fillings | Average U.S. Cost | At VM Dental | Approximate Savings |
| Composite (1 surface) | $210 | $68 | 68% |
| Composite (2 surface) | $265 | $78 | 71% |
| Composite (3 surface) | $325 | $88 | 73% |
| Composite (4 surface) | $390 | $98 | 75% |
| Teeth Whitening | Average U.S. Cost | At VM Dental | Approximate Savings |
| In office | $375 | $220 | 41% |
| At home | $339 | $160 | 53% |
| Orthodontics | Average U.S. Cost | At VM Dental | Approximate Savings |
| Conventional metal braces | $4,800 | $1,800 - $2,500 | 52% |
| Self ligating metal braces | $6,450 | $3,500 | 46% |
| Invisalign | $3,500 - $8,000 | $1,200 - $4,500 | 47% |
| Surgical placement of mini implant | $1,438 | $400 | 72% |
| Oral Surgery | Average U.S. Cost | At VM Dental | Approximate Savings |
| Simple tooth extraction | $224 | $53 | 76% |
| Surgical tooth extraction | $340 | $120 | 65% |
| Removal of wisdom tooth (soft tissue impacted) | $373 | $150 | 60% |
| Removal of wisdom tooth (partial bony impacted) | $465 | $180 | 61% |
| Removal of wisdom tooth (Fully bone impacted) | $573 | $240 | 58% |
| Root Canal Treatment | Average U.S. Cost | At VM Dental | Approximate Savings |
| Anterior | $890 | $158 | 82% |
| Bicuspid | $1,000 | $189 | 81% |
| Molar | $1,230 | $252 | 80% |
F.A.Q.
What are your payment options?
We accept Cash, as well as debit or credit cards including: Visa, Mastercard and American Express.
Do you accept U.S. Insurance?
Yes, we accept major U.S. Insurance as long as it's a PPO Plan.
Do I have to pay out of pocket if I have dental insurance?
All patients who use their insurance at our office need to pay out of pocket and then you will be reimbursed by your insurance after the appropriate claim is submitted.
Do you take HMO insurance?
Unfortunately no, HMO only covers treatments done in offices within a closed network. We recommend you look into PPO plans.
Does insurance cover cosmetic treatments?
Unfortunately no, insurance does not cover treatments for cosmetic purposes and that includes veneers and/or teeth whitening.
Can I use Uber in Mexico?
Yes, it is safe to use uber in Mexico.
Do you have payment plans?
Yes, we can accommodate according to treatment length as long as the cost is covered when we finish your treatment.
What is your cancellation policy?
We know that sometimes unexpected circumstances may lead to a cancelled appointment, we ask you to inform us if you need to reschedule your appointment with at least 48 hours notice in order to offer that appointment to somebody who is waiting for a cancellation, failure to do so will incur in a $30 dlls fee that will be charged to your account. You can get in touch with us via text, email or by phone.
Do you have parking?
Yes, we offer free parking to our patients right next to our office.
Do you have medical fast pass?
Yes, we offer this to our patients so that they can get across the border faster as the border wait times can be slower in the regular lanes.