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Choosing oral surgery away from home requires confidence. That’s why we highlight patient reviews that speak to what matters most: communication, comfort, scheduling, and the overall travel experience. Read firsthand impressions about procedure day, sedation support, recovery guidance, and how our team helps patients feel informed at every step.
Patient Stories, Not Just Star Ratings
Testimonials that highlight what it’s like to plan a trip and receive surgery with confidence
Posted on Google Kelly MainTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Update visit, continued 5 star service a year later: One of my husband's crowns came off and we scheduled an appt. to have it put back on. We had waited to do this for 2 months because we were out of the area. Teeth moved so it took about an hour of the dentist adjusting it to fit back in. They DID NOT charge anything for the fix, which was originally done more than a year ago. They also cleaned his teeth and x-rayed them FREE! Highly recommend this dentist! Last year's review: Dr. Roberto Vargas, his wife Fernanda ( admin, scheduler, receptionist) along with all of their on-site and referral specialists are excellent at communicating (in English and Spanish). Fernanda was able to get us in the next day for 2 root canals. Crowns were ready in less than 24 hours and they were flexible with our schedule for the follow up appt. My husband did not experience any pain during or after the procedure. They provided a FREE evaluation, xrays before and after to show the work done, which we have never seen done in the US (only "before" xrays were taken and the evaluation cost hundreds). The full cost of their work at VARTO was a fraction of the cost in US and HALF what we paid for our deductible WITH insurance, for the same procedure 6 months ago. We chose this dentist based on friends who had gone to them recently. This practice is fairly new in Los Algodones, but Dr. Vargas and his staff have been practicing for many years and Fernanda was even a nurse in Yuma. We HIGHLY recommend them!Posted on Google AJ LumahanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been researching dental implants for quite some time now. I was looking for price affordability, quality of materials, expertise and the risk of doing a full mouth implant for myself. This is to replace my partial denture and several loose teeth which are very uncomfortable as of late. I looked into local oral surgery offices in and around Houston, Texas, and abroad (Turkey, the Philippines and Mexico). The cost is high and I’m very much priced-out from the quote I was given in Houston. I chose Algodones, Mexico for its short flight from where I am. Two to three hours from Houston, and about 18 hours less for flights to Turkey or the Philippines. I’m originally from the Philippines, but my thought process is to have a quick flight in case I needed an emergency remedy for my implants; thus, Mexico was my final choice. I spent hours texting and talking to different clinics in Algodones, Mexico, comparing prices in connection to the services and materials included in the package they offered. And from my research came one clinic that I thought had the highest quality of implant with an affordable package for a full mouth procedure. Varto Oral Surgery quoted me less than $20K in September 2025 with “all on four” on upper and lower implants using Straumann and Zirconia permanent teeth. The packages also include bone graft, dental extractions, ct scan, sedation, hotel accommodation and airport pickup to and from hotel/airport. Dr. Roberto Vargas and his team worked on my procedure with ease, and reassuring calmness as if they’ve done this kind of surgery a million times. I was awake when they cleaned my existing teeth, after that, I got sedated and when I woke up, all my old teeth were extracted, and 8 implants were already embedded into my jaw. I felt only a little discomfort on my gum. The next morning, I was fitted with the temporary teeth and by noon I was on observation phase with almost no swelling. Varto clinic provided me, free of charge, medications for two weeks. As I write this review, it’s been 4 weeks since my procedure. I have no more swelling, no pain on my gums, and no bleeding. Chewing a food that is comparable to boiled broccoli is still getting used to but with careful process it is manageable. My next appointment for permanent Zirconia teeth fitting is in February, and it seems my healing is progressing so fast that I can be back before the allocated 4 months healing period, this is thanks to the meticulous and careful procedure by Varto Oral Surgery!Posted on Google Ben ByrdTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Varto Dental Clinic is an excellent example of what modern dentistry should be, The office is bright, clean and equipped the latest technology making each visit efficient and comfortable. The clinic has 2 skilled dentist who take pride in their work. A special mention goes to Fernanda who manages the office with warmth and efficiency. She keeps patients updated on scheduling and treatment progress, and even assists with local transportation and accommodations-an incredible help for anyone traveling to Los Algodones for dental care.Posted on Google Kobi AschimTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very clean, very nice. Everything was new. They had state of the art equipment. The staff there is so kind and very caring. Picked us up at our hotel in Yuma. And took us back for 2 days straight. Fernanda, was extremely kind. She went and waited 3.5 hours in the border crossing line while the dentists worked on my teeth. When they finished, she was almost by the office sowe walked to the corner where we meet her and got in the car. We didnt have a long wait after that. Then on the next day, we decided to walk across to avoid the lines again. Fernanda made arrangements with a gentleman on the other side to take us in his golf cart to the dentist office. I highly recommend them.Posted on Google Minnie GiannopoulosTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They are extremely knowledgeable and compassionate professionals. I can and will highly recommend them to everyone!Posted on Google Becky LafaveTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’m personally writing this review just so that this may reached one other person that may be nervous or hesitant like I was to go to Mexico and have their dental work done, but I have to say from the moment I emailed and was greeted when we walked in the staff there was so friendly And most importantly the place is very clean. I never felt once that I wasn’t in good hands. I came with a lot of questions he answered them all very confidently and spoke great English. My tooth that they put on an existing implant turned out perfect, I couldn’t be happier. I highly recommend this team in matter fact I have already recommended them. Thank you so much for making my smile beautiful again! See you next time.Posted on Google Esther MartinezTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent customer service, at first I felt nervous about the treatment but the doctor and his staff made me feel at ease. Also thank you WhatClinic for allowing me to choose this wonderful Dental Office "Varto Oral Surgery" thru their reviews.Posted on Google Casey StechnijTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Im about to get surgery tomorrow so I thought I would put in a stellar review! I've been to Algodones 3 times and have used Sani and another independent dentist. Varto dentists, staff and customer service is 2nd to none. I will NEVER visit an American dentist and will drive 200 miles to sit in a Varto chair. Professional, clean, compassionate, caring. I plan to get more cavities so I can visit again!Posted on Google Julia MartinezTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. After a lifetime of dental horror stories, Varto has been such a blessing. Their kindness, compassion, patience, honesty, humility, authenticity, attention to detail and consideration are unlike anything I’ve ever experienced in any medical setting. The quality and look of the crowns are amazing and very natural, even on front teeth. After hearing of my experience and seeing the results, several friends are already planning on making appointments. I highly recommend them to anyone, especially those that dread the dentist. They are so good and so fast that recovery is far less than what I’m used to. I am a patient for life!! Side note to address the questions everyone asks me…Hope it helps someone doing research like I was a few months ago: -Los Algedones is very safe. The people there are helpful, kind and very hospitable. Don’t worry about current politics. Nothing crazy is happening at this part of the border. It is a town that relies on making sure foreigners feel safe and they do it well. -Most in the town speak English and Google translate does the rest. Communication in English is no problem at Varto. -No need for pesos. It’s all in dollars. Bring some cash for street vendors but most businesses take card. Take a checkbook for large purchases to avoid the 3% fee. -You need a passport. You can get one same day at the Tucson passport agency. The state department website tells you how. Both sides of the border are tightening security and things are changing by the day. You’ll have no worries if you have a passport. Kids too. -The hotels are nice and clean. And the food is amazing! They even have “soft menus” which is convenient. -Ignore your friends and family when they say you’re crazy for considering going to Mexico for dental work. They are wrong. Best decision of my life.
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