About VARTO Oral Surgery

VARTO Oral Surgery blends a surgical focus with traveler-friendly planning in Los Algodones, just a short walk from the Andrade/Algodones pedestrian gate.

Oral-Surgery–Led Care, Steps from the Border

 

Led by Dr. Roberto Vargas Moras, who focuses on oral surgery, with support from Dr. Luis Amador in general dentistry, the team handles everything from simple extractions to full-arch implant rehabilitation.

VARTO uses well-known implant brands, including NeoDent, Hiossen and Straumann, and maps clear treatment sequences so visitors can stage treatment sensibly between trips.

 

What Makes VARTO Stand Out

 

  • Surgical leadership: On-site oral surgery for extractions, grafting, sinus lifts and complex implant cases.
  • Implant systems by case and budget: Options across NeoDent, Hiossen and Straumann with transparent planning.
  • Near-border access: A quick, flat walk from the gate, with easy meet-ups and short taxi trips on the Mexico side.
  • Wide scope in one place: All-on-4, All-on-5, All-on-6, zygomatic solutions, crowns, veneers, endodontics, dentures, whitening and more.
  • Calm, bilingual experience: Spanish and English assistance, tidy operatories and written, line-item plans.

 

Popular Treatments Travelers Book Here

 

  • Implants and full-arch: Single implants, implant-only or implant with abutment and crown, All-on-4, All-on-5, All-on-6, fixed porcelain bridges on 4–8 implants, overdentures with 2–8 implants, zygomatic options, bone grafts and sinus lifts.
  • Crowns and veneers: Zirconia and porcelain crowns, PFM standard or gold, zirconia or composite veneers and temporaries.
  • Endodontics and surgery: Root canals for anterior teeth, premolars and molars, with post/core and crown sequencing; simple, surgical and wisdom tooth extractions.
  • Dentures and partials: Full acrylic sets, immediate or healing dentures, flexible, metal or acrylic partials and flippers.
  • Diagnostics and add-ons: Panoramic and 3D/CT x-rays, scaling, deep cleaning, in-office whitening and laser whitening.

 

Getting There

 

  • Park and walk: Most visitors park at the Quechan lot in Andrade, California and walk across. VARTO is within the compact center.
  • Simple arrival: You’ll receive a GPS pin and doorway landmarks with your booking. Short taxis are available if you prefer door-to-door service.
  • Accessibility note: Sidewalks near the gate are level, and curbside drop-off is straightforward if you’re carrying bags.

 

Planning & Booking

 

Your Dental Departures advisor schedules chair time around flights, shares a written estimate in advance and sequences multi-step work, such as root canal plus crown or staged implants. There is no booking fee.

 

FAQs

 

Do you offer warranties or guarantees on treatment?

 

Yes. Lab-made restorations, including crowns, bridges, dentures and often veneers, are covered for a defined period. Certain implant components may also be included when specified for your case.

To keep coverage valid, patients are expected to follow the written aftercare, attend maintenance checks and use a night guard if prescribed. Before treatment begins, you’ll receive VARTO’s current written warranty for your plan, including the coverage term, what is included or excluded, such as smoking or missed recalls, and how repairs or replacements are handled.

 

Where exactly is the clinic and how do I reach it from the US side?

 

Drive to Andrade, California, park at the Quechan lot and walk through the Algodones pedestrian gate. VARTO sits a short, flat walk inside the main dental zone.

After booking, you’ll get a GPS pin, nearby landmarks and the easiest meet-up or drop-off point. If you would rather not walk, take a short local taxi from the gate to the front door.

 

Which payment types are accepted?

 

For international patients, clinics here typically take cash and major credit or debit cards. Larger implant or full-arch plans may allow bank transfer.

Your Dental Departures advisor will confirm accepted card brands, any processor fees and whether a deposit is required to reserve surgical or lab time.

 

What languages are spoken at the clinic?

 

Spanish is standard, and English assistance is available for consultations, consent and aftercare.

Ask for bilingual paperwork if you prefer English throughout.

 

How quickly can a root canal and crown be completed?

 

An uncomplicated root canal is usually scheduled over 1–3 days.

If you are adding a post/core and a ceramic or zirconia crown, plan for around 3–5 days total to allow for lab fabrication and a precise try-in. When clinically appropriate, the team can bundle steps into fewer, longer visits.

 

Can an implant and final crown be finished in one trip?

 

Most single-tooth implants are two-stage. Visit 1 includes diagnostics and implant placement, plus grafting or sinus lift if needed. Healing, called osseointegration, follows.

Visit 2 includes the abutment and final crown, with a few days for lab work. For full-arch treatment, such as All-on-4, All-on-5 or All-on-6, expect a similar phased plan, with provisional teeth discussed up front.

 

Is the first consultation free?

 

VARTO commonly advertises a complimentary initial evaluation for treatment planning.

Your advisor will confirm eligibility for your specific case and ensure any included diagnostics are noted on your booking.


Prices and Procedures

1. Implant Procedures
ProcedurePriceDuration
All-on-Five System with fixed acrylic bridge
SGD 7,694 - SGD 8,977
All-on-Four System with fixed acrylic bridge
SGD 8,977 - SGD 10,259 SGD 26,331
All-on-Six System with fixed acrylic bridge
SGD 10,259 - SGD 11,541 SGD 38,471
All-on-Six System with fixed Porcelain bridge
SGD 10,259 - SGD 11,541
Bone graft (large)
SGD 1,026 - SGD 1,282 SGD 2,565
Bone graft (small)
SGD 385 - SGD 513 SGD 1,924
Implant Supported Overdenture, removable (with 2 implants)
SGD 4,488 - SGD 5,129 SGD 8,848
Implant Supported Overdenture, removable (with 4 implants)
SGD 7,053 - SGD 8,335 SGD 15,773
Implant Supported Overdenture, removable (with 6 implants)
SGD 8,335 - SGD 9,618 SGD 22,698
Implant Supported Overdenture, removable (with 8 implants)
SGD 9,618 - SGD 10,900 SGD 29,495
Implants Supported Porcelain Bridge, Full Arch (with 4 implants)
SGD 9,618 - SGD 10,900 SGD 30,777
Implants Supported Porcelain Bridge, Full Arch (with 6 implants)
SGD 11,541 - SGD 12,824 SGD 35,906
Implants Supported Porcelain Bridge, Full Arch (with 8 implants)
SGD 14,747 - SGD 16,030 SGD 41,036
Porcelain metal Crown on implant (including abutment)
SGD 1,667 - SGD 1,795
Sinus lifting
SGD 1,282 - SGD 1,539 SGD 5,129
Snap on Denture supported over 4 implants
SGD 7,053 - SGD 8,335
Snap on Denture supported over 6 Implants
SGD 8,335 - SGD 9,618
Standard Implant Crown (including abutment)
SGD 641 - SGD 769 SGD 4,937
Standard Titanium Dental Implant (implant only)
SGD 1,026 - SGD 1,154 SGD 2,821
Titanium Dental Implant (including abutment and standard crown)
SGD 1,667 - SGD 1,795 SGD 5,001
Zirconia Crown on implant (including abutment)
SGD 1,667 - SGD 1,795
Zygomatic Implants - "All on 4", full arch, fixed bridge
SGD 11,541 - SGD 15,388 SGD 41,036
2. Crowns/Veneers
ProcedurePriceDuration
Composite Veneer (direct bonding)
SGD 256 - SGD 321 SGD 321
1 day
Full Porcelain/Ceramic Crown
SGD 513 - SGD 577 SGD 1,346
2 days
Porcelain Fused to Gold Crown
SGD 1,026 - SGD 1,282 SGD 2,052
2 days
Porcelain Fused to Metal Crown (standard alloy)
SGD 256 - SGD 321 SGD 1,282
2 days
Porcelain Veneer
SGD 513 - SGD 577 SGD 1,905
2 days
Temporary Crown/Veneer
SGD 38 - SGD 64 SGD 192
1 day
Zirconia Crown
SGD 462 - SGD 513 SGD 2,052
2 days
Zirconia Veneer
SGD 513 - SGD 577 SGD 1,795
2 days
3. Dentures
ProcedurePriceDuration
Full Denture Metal (upper or lower)
SGD 321 - SGD 641
2 days
Full Denture, Acrylic Teeth (upper or lower)
SGD 385 - SGD 769 SGD 2,308
2 days
Full Denture, Immediate or Healing (upper or lower)
SGD 385 - SGD 449 SGD 1,924
2 days
Full Denture, Porcelain Teeth (upper or lower)
SGD 513 - SGD 577 SGD 2,821
2 days
Partial Denture, Acrylic Frame
SGD 513 - SGD 577 SGD 1,539
2 days
Partial Denture, Flexible Frame
SGD 449 - SGD 513 SGD 1,795
Partial Denture, Metal Frame
SGD 513 - SGD 577 SGD 1,667
2 days
Temporary Partial or Flipper (Clinic Lab)
SGD 128 - SGD 192
1 day
Temporary Partial or Flipper (Outside Lab)
SGD 128 - SGD 192
1 day
Temporary plate
SGD 256 - SGD 321
2 days
4. Root Canal Treatment
ProcedurePriceDuration
Root canal (molar)
SGD 410 - SGD 449 SGD 1,731
Root canal (anterior tooth)
SGD 410 - SGD 449 SGD 1,026
1 day
Root canal (premolar)
SGD 410 - SGD 449 SGD 1,475
1 day
Root Canal Treatment (including post/core & porcelain crown)
SGD 962 - SGD 1,026 SGD 13,388
2 days
Root Canal Treatment (including post/core & standard crown)
SGD 898 - SGD 962 SGD 2,821
2 days
5. Cleaning, Whitening, Fillings & Extractions
ProcedurePriceDuration
Composite Filling
SGD 64 - SGD 128 SGD 259
1 day
Deep Cleaning, Scaling & Root Planing (per quadrant)
SGD 77 - SGD 103 SGD 256
1 day
Extraction (simple)
SGD 103 - SGD 128 SGD 224
1 day
Extraction (surgical or impacted)
SGD 103 - SGD 192 SGD 721
1 day
Extraction (wisdom tooth)
SGD 256 - SGD 321
1 day
Inlay/Onlay
SGD 449 - SGD 577 SGD 1,154
Laser Teeth Whitening
SGD 231 - SGD 256 SGD 636
1 day
Regular Teeth Cleaning
SGD 38 SGD 162
1 day
Teeth Whitening
SGD 231
1 day
6. Diagnostics
ProcedurePriceDuration
CT Scan/3D X-ray
SGD 128 SGD 641
1 day
Panoramic X-Rays
SGD 128 SGD 180
1 day
7. Other Procedures
ProcedurePriceDuration
Extraction ( Primary tooth)
SGD 128 - SGD 192
1 day
Frenectomy
SGD 385 - SGD 513
1 day
Gingivectomy
SGD 513 - SGD 641
1 day
IV Sedation (by anesthesiologist)
SGD 769 - SGD 898 SGD 3,206
1 day
Night guard (hard plastic)
SGD 154 - SGD 192 SGD 962
1 day
Night guard (soft plastic)
SGD 154 - SGD 192 SGD 769
1 day
Orthognatic Surgery
SGD 513 - SGD 641
Preventive resin restoration (P.R.R.)
SGD 64 - SGD 128
1 day
Prophylaxis
SGD 38 - SGD 51
1 day
Pulpotomy / Pulpectomy
SGD 128 - SGD 192
1 day
Resin Composite Filling ( Primary tooth)
SGD 64 - SGD 128
Sealant
SGD 103 - SGD 128
1 day
Space maintainer
SGD 128 - SGD 192
1 day
Stainless steel crown
SGD 513 - SGD 641
8. Orthodontics
ProcedurePriceDuration
Clear Braces
SGD 3,847 - SGD 44,883
Conventional Braces
SGD 3,206 - SGD 3,591
Invisalign (USA)
SGD 5,129 - SGD 5,771
Metal Braces
SGD 3,206 - SGD 3,591
Retainers
SGD 321 - SGD 385
Scaling
SGD 38 - SGD 51
Splint
SGD 192 - SGD 256
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★ 4.98 .9 reviews

Casey S.

May 2025

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!

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Julia M.

May 2025

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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Becky

May 2025

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.

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Carter F.

May 2025

Staff was awesome and very knowledgeable and accommodating would highly recommend using them for dental work.

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Andrea S.

May 2025

I cannot say enough good things about this place! The staff is top notch and they all go above and beyond for you, Fernanda is there every step of the way and will answer any questions or concerns you may have..they all just feel like family at this point. I am so pleased with how my smile has transformed and would highly recommend Varto Oral Surgery. Thank you so much Doctors and staff for making me smile again!

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Casey S.

May 2025

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!

Show more >

Julia M.

May 2025

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.

Show more >

Becky

May 2025

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.

Show more >

Carter F.

May 2025

Staff was awesome and very knowledgeable and accommodating would highly recommend using them for dental work.

Show more >

Andrea S.

May 2025

I cannot say enough good things about this place! The staff is top notch and they all go above and beyond for you, Fernanda is there every step of the way and will answer any questions or concerns you may have..they all just feel like family at this point. I am so pleased with how my smile has transformed and would highly recommend Varto Oral Surgery. Thank you so much Doctors and staff for making me smile again!

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Doctors

Roberto Vargas Moras
Roberto Vargas Moras
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12Years of Practice
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language iconLanguage Spoken:
  • English
  • Spanish
education iconEducation:
  • DDS
  • Specialty in Oral Surgery
Luis Amador
Luis Amador
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6Years of Practice
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language iconLanguage Spoken:
  • English
  • Spanish
education iconEducation:
  • General Dentistry

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