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Dentists in Mexicali

A verified directory: specialties, hours, professional licenses and real reference prices — 10 minutes from the Calexico border.

Dental offices in the directory

Consultorio Dental Dra. Jesara López en Mexicali

Dra. Jesara López

4.7(115)

General & family dentistry

General & family dentistry on Calz. Cuauhtémoc: cleanings, fillings, root canals, extractions and children's care.

Dental cleaningChildren's dentistryFillingsRoot canal
CuauhtémocMon–Fri 10–1 & 3–8 · Sat 9–3
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Consultorio de ortodoncia Dra. Nancy Neri en Mexicali

Dra. Nancy Neri

5(9)

Orthodontics & maxillofacial orthopedics

Orthodontics & maxillofacial orthopedics specialist: braces, appliances and general dentistry in Col. Segunda.

Braces & orthodonticsMaxillofacial orthopedicsKids' appliancesDental cleaning
DowntownMon–Fri 10–2 & 4–8 · Sat 10–3
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Bella's Smile Dental — Dra. Kimberly Barbosa, Valle de Mexicali

Bella's Smile

4.8(16)

Restorative & general dentistry

Zirconia crowns, veneers, implants and general dentistry in Cd. Vicente Guerrero, 15 min from Los Algodones. English spoken, USD pricing.

Zirconia crownsVeneersDental implantsDentures
Mexicali ValleyMon–Fri 8–5 · Sat 8–1EN
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Clínica ProsthoDent del Dr. Fidel Machado en Mexicali

Dr. Fidel Machado

5(1)

Prosthodontics & implants

Prosthodontics clinic in Col. Segunda: implants, crowns, dentures and All-on-Four rehabilitation.

Dental implantsAll-on-FourCrowns & bridgesFixed & removable dentures
DowntownMon–Fri 9–7 · Sat 9–2
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How much does dental work cost in Mexicali? (2026)

Reference ranges from real price lists of local offices. Every case is different: use them to orient yourself, not as a quote. Most offices near the border quote in USD.

TreatmentReference range
Dental cleaningMX$500 – $1,200 (≈ US$28–65)
FillingMX$800 – $1,500 (≈ US$45–80)per tooth
Simple extractionMX$800 – $2,300 (≈ US$45–125)surgical / wisdom teeth cost more
Root canalMX$3,300 – $5,700 (≈ US$180–310)post & crown are separate
Zirconia crownMX$4,500 – $7,200 (≈ US$250–390)
Teeth whiteningMX$2,500 – $3,800 (≈ US$135–205)
Dental implant (placement)US$750 – $1,000quoted in USD; implant crown separate

How to choose a dentist in Mexicali

Professional license (cédula)

Every dentist in Mexico must hold a federal license ("cédula profesional"), and specialists an additional specialty license. It is perfectly normal to ask for it — serious offices show it gladly.

The right specialty

For braces look for an orthodontist; for replacing several teeth, a prosthodontist; for a complex root canal, an endodontist. A general dentist handles most everyday care and refers you when your case needs it.

A written treatment plan

Before starting long treatment (orthodontics, full-mouth rehab, implants), ask for the full plan and total cost in writing — including what is and is not covered.

Aftercare instructions

A good office tells you what to do before and after each procedure — in writing, not from memory on your way out.

❓ Frequently asked questions

Is dental work in Mexicali cheaper than in the U.S.?
Yes, substantially — crowns, implants and root canals typically cost a fraction of U.S. prices, which is why Mexicali and its valley receive patients from California and Arizona year-round. Several offices speak English and quote in USD.
Is it safe to get dental work in Mexicali?
Mexican dentists are licensed by the federal government (look for the cédula profesional) and many trained at UABC, the state university, or hold specialty degrees. As anywhere: check the license, read reviews, and get your treatment plan in writing.
How do I get to Mexicali for dental work?
Cross at the Calexico West or Calexico East ports of entry — downtown Mexicali offices are 5–15 minutes from the border. If you prefer not to drive in, some offices near the line are walkable, and Uber operates throughout the city.
How much is a tooth extraction in Mexicali?
A simple extraction runs MX$800–$2,300 (about US$45–125). Wisdom teeth and surgical extractions cost more, usually MX$2,000–$4,000. The exact price comes from an exam with an X-ray.

Office data (hours, phones, addresses) is verified at publish time and can change. Price ranges are 2026 market references, not quotes. This directory does not replace a professional evaluation.