Seeing a dentist in a new country can feel daunting: a different language, an unfamiliar insurance system and uncertainty about how things work. This page brings together what foreign residents and visitors usually want to know before coming to E&D Dental.
Who do you treat?
We see a wide range of international patients, including:
- Foreign residents living and working in Gunpo, Anyang, Ansan, Uiwang and nearby cities
- Students and families staying in Korea long term
- Visitors who need care during a stay, such as for a broken tooth or sudden toothache
- Overseas Koreans and their families returning for a period
Every international patient receives the same approach as any other: a careful examination, a clear explanation of what we find, and a plan you agree to before anything begins.
Can I communicate in English?
We can help arrange English communication; please ask when booking so we can prepare. Our dentists use images from our 3D CBCT scanner and intraoral camera to show findings on screen, which makes explanations easier to follow whatever language you speak. Diagrams and written notes can also help, and you can ask us to repeat or slow down at any point. If you prefer, you are welcome to bring a Korean-speaking friend or colleague, or use a translation app during your appointment. Our patient guides on this website, including the first-visit guide, are written in English so you can prepare in advance.
How do I book an appointment?
- WhatsApp: message us on WhatsApp. Written messages are often easier than phone calls if Korean is not your first language, and translation tools work well with text.
- Phone / WhatsApp:+82-10-3015-3473 (+82-10-3015-3473 within Korea).
When booking, please share your name as it appears on your ID, your main concern and whether you would like English support. Full details are on our contact page.
Does National Health Insurance apply to foreigners?
Many foreign residents in Korea are enrolled in the National Health Insurance Service (NHIS), for example through employment or after meeting residency requirements. If you are enrolled, the same coverage rules that apply to Korean patients generally apply to you. Eligibility rules are set by NHIS and can change, so please check your own status with NHIS or your employer.
Please bring your Alien Registration Card (ARC) or passport to every visit so we can check your eligibility. Short-term visitors without NHIS coverage usually pay the full fee and may be able to claim from travel or private insurance. We can provide receipts and treatment details; ask your insurer which documents they require. See pricing and insurance for how fees and our non-covered fee schedule work.
How do I get to the clinic from Seoul?
Seoul Subway Line 4 (the light-blue line) runs from central Seoul, through stations such as Seoul Station and Myeongdong, south to Sanbon Station in Gunpo. From Sanbon Station, the clinic is about a 5-minute walk.
Address: 2F (Units 201–202), Hanaro Building, 693 Gosan-ro, Sanbon-dong, Gunpo-si, Gyeonggi-do. In Korean map apps, searching for "서울이랑드치과" will help you find us. Patients also come by subway from nearby areas such as Pyeongchon, Beomgye and Sangnok-gu in Ansan.
What treatments do international patients often ask about?
- Emergency dental care for toothache, swelling or a broken tooth
- Scaling and routine check-ups
- Wisdom tooth extraction
- Implants, including one-day implants for those with limited time
- Crowns, fillings and teeth whitening
If you are visiting for a limited time, tell us your departure date. Some treatments, such as implants, require healing time between steps, and we will explain honestly what can and cannot be completed during your stay. Where treatment cannot be finished before you leave, we can focus on relieving pain and stabilizing the problem, and provide records such as X-ray images and a summary of what was done so that a dentist in your home country can continue care.
Is treatment comfortable?
Our 3-step painless anesthesia system combines topical numbing, cold numbing and computer-controlled anesthesia to minimize discomfort. Many international patients find this reassuring, especially if dental visits make them anxious.
Opening hours
Monday and Thursday 9:30–20:30; Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9:30–18:30; Saturday 9:30–14:00. Weekday lunch break 13:00–14:00. Sunday 10:00–16:00; Korean public holidays 9:30–18:30. Please confirm hours before visiting. You can read more practical tips in our guide to seeing a dentist in Korea as a foreign resident.