Dental Clinic for Foreigners in Seoul: Lucid Dental, Gangnam

Lucid Dental Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, welcomes international patients with consultations in English, Japanese and Chinese. The clinic sits directly in front of Exit 3 of Eonju Station on Subway Line 9, opens late on Tuesday to Thursday and on Saturdays, and takes bookings in English by WhatsApp at +82-10-8354-2975.

Key facts

  • Address: 3–4F, COWAY Building, 606 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, directly in front of Eonju Station Exit 3 (Line 9).
  • Hours: Mon and Fri 10:00–18:00; Tue–Thu 10:00–20:30; Sat and public holidays 10:00–16:00; closed Sundays, Lunar New Year and Chuseok.
  • Consultations are available in English, Japanese and Chinese; English booking by WhatsApp or text at +82-10-8354-2975.
  • Lead dentist Dr. Park Hyun-min is a certified prosthodontist with a DDS from Kyung Hee University College of Dentistry.
  • Reference fees start from ₩1,190,000 per LUCINATE porcelain veneer and about ₩1,190,000–1,490,000 for a single implant with abutment and zirconia crown, before grafting.
  • Korea's VAT refund for foreign patients' cosmetic procedures ended on 31 December 2025.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Park Hyun-min, Prosthodontist (DDS, Kyung Hee University) · Last reviewed 27 September 2026

Whether you are flying in from Sydney for veneers, based in Seoul on a teaching contract, or dealing with a cracked tooth mid-holiday, this page collects what an international patient needs to know about Lucid Dental Clinic (루시드치과의원) in one place: where we are, when we are open, what things cost, and how to book without speaking Korean.

Where is Lucid Dental Clinic in Seoul?

Lucid Dental is on the 3rd and 4th floors of the COWAY Building, 606 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, directly in front of Exit 3 of Eonju Station on Subway Line 9. You come up the stairs and the building is right there.

Eonju sits between Sinnonhyeon and Seonjeongneung on Line 9. Line 9 express trains skip Eonju, so if you board an express, change to a local train at Sinnonhyeon or Seonjeongneung for one stop. Yeoksam Station (Line 2) and the Gangnam Station area are within walking distance. Coming straight from the airport? Our Incheon Airport to Eonju Station guide compares the train, limousine bus and taxi.

What are the opening hours?

The clinic opens six days a week, with late evenings on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, which helps patients who work in Seoul or who land in the afternoon.

Day Hours Notes
Monday 10:00–18:00 Lunch 13:00–14:00
Tuesday–Thursday 10:00–20:30 Late nights; lunch 13:00–14:00
Friday 10:00–18:00 Lunch 13:00–14:00
Saturday and public holidays 10:00–16:00 No lunch break
Sunday Closed Also closed over Lunar New Year and Chuseok

If your trip overlaps Lunar New Year or Chuseok, message us early, because the days around these holidays fill quickly.

Can I get treatment in English?

Yes. Consultations are available in English, and also in Japanese and Chinese. Before you arrive, the whole conversation can happen in English over WhatsApp or text, including sending photos and questions about your plan.

During the visit, the dentist explains the findings and options, and you receive a written treatment plan with itemized fees so you can review it before agreeing to anything. If you like to prepare, our first-visit guide walks through each step of the appointment.

What treatments do international patients come for?

Most visitors from abroad come for cosmetic or restorative work that fits into a trip, while expats living in Korea use the clinic for everyday care. Common reasons include:

  • LUCINATE veneers, Lucid's in-house porcelain laminate line (Classic, Premier and THE LUCINATE), including a One-Day LUCINATE option in suitable cases. See dental veneers in Seoul.
  • Dental implants, including One-Day Implants where bone and health allow, plus bone grafts and sinus lifts when needed.
  • Orthodontics: Invisalign, Clippy-C self-ligating ceramic braces, lingual braces and LUCINATE Orthodontics (veneer-based alignment).
  • General and comfort care: check-ups, scaling, fillings, inlays, root canal treatment, wisdom tooth extraction, night guards and conscious sedation for anxious patients.

How much does dental treatment cost for foreigners at Lucid?

The clinic publishes an official non-covered fee table in Korean won. These are reference "from" prices per tooth or unit; your final quote depends on your exam and is confirmed at consultation.

Treatment Reference fee (from) Approx. US$*
LUCINATE Classic veneer (per tooth) ₩1,190,000 ≈ $850
LUCINATE Premier veneer (per tooth) ₩1,390,000 ≈ $990
THE LUCINATE veneer (per tooth) ₩1,990,000 ≈ $1,420
Single implant: fixture + custom abutment + zirconia crown ≈ ₩1,190,000–1,490,000 ≈ $850–1,065
Bone graft (if needed) ₩300,000–450,000 ≈ $215–320
Invisalign ₩10,000,000 ≈ $7,140
Inlay (per tooth) ₩300,000 ≈ $215
Night guard ₩600,000 ≈ $430

*At roughly ₩1,400 per US$; check today's rate. The full list is on our 2026 Seoul dental price list.

How do I book from overseas?

Most patients start with a WhatsApp message a few weeks before they fly, so we can suggest how many days to allow.

  1. Message +82-10-8354-2975 on WhatsApp with your goals, your travel dates and your country.
  2. Send clear smile photos and any recent X-rays for a preliminary review.
  3. Receive a suggested visit schedule and a reference fee range, which is not a final quote.
  4. Book your first appointment and plan your flights around it.
  5. Attend the in-person exam, review the written plan and decide.

The full process is explained in how to book a dentist in Korea from abroad.

Who will treat me?

Lucid's chief dentist is Dr. Park Hyun-min, a certified prosthodontist, meaning his clinical focus is restoring and replacing teeth with veneers, crowns and implants. He earned his DDS at Kyung Hee University College of Dentistry and completed a clinical implant program at Seoul National University Graduate School of Dentistry. His continuing education includes an advanced implant program at Harvard School of Dental Medicine and an endodontics program at the University of Pennsylvania.

Can expats in Korea use national health insurance here?

If you are enrolled in Korea's National Health Insurance (NHIS), covered items such as annual scaling for adults, basic fillings, extractions and root canal treatment are typically billed with your insurance share. Veneers, whitening, Invisalign and most orthodontics are not covered. Since 20 May 2024, patients generally must show ID, such as an alien registration card or passport, to have NHIS applied; without it you may be charged the full fee.

What should I check before flying to Korea?

  • Entry: Korea has exempted travellers from 22 countries and regions, including the US, Canada, UK, Australia and New Zealand, from K-ETA until 31 December 2026. Exempt visitors fill in an online e-Arrival card within three days before arrival.
  • Tax: the VAT refund for foreign patients' cosmetic procedures, which included whitening, veneers and gum contouring, ended on 31 December 2025, so do not budget for one.
  • Your home dentist: the UK General Dental Council suggests discussing overseas treatment with your regular dentist and asking about aftercare before you go.

Every mouth is different. Individual results vary, and a consultation and exam are required before any treatment is recommended.

Book a consultation

Tell us your dates and your goals, and we will reply in English with next steps. Message Lucid Dental on WhatsApp or text +82-10-8354-2975.

All guides for international patients

International Patient Hub

Country Guides & Cost Comparisons

Veneers & LUCINATE

Implants & Restorative

Orthodontics & Smile Design

General, Comfort & Emergency

Expats in Korea

Getting Here from Nearby Areas

About Our Clinic and Resources

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to speak Korean to be treated at Lucid Dental?

No. Consultations are available in English, Japanese and Chinese, and you can book and ask questions in English by WhatsApp or text before you arrive. Your treatment plan and fees are explained before you agree to anything.

Is Lucid Dental open on weekends?

The clinic is open on Saturdays and public holidays from 10:00 to 16:00 with no lunch break. It is closed on Sundays and over the Lunar New Year and Chuseok holidays.

Which subway exit should I use?

Use Exit 3 of Eonju Station on Line 9. The COWAY Building at 606 Nonhyeon-ro is directly in front of the exit, and the clinic is on the 3rd and 4th floors.

Are the prices on the website final?

No. The fee table lists reference 'from' prices per tooth or unit. Your final quote depends on the exam, imaging and the materials you choose, and it is confirmed in writing at your consultation.

Can I get a tax refund on veneers or whitening in 2026?

Not under the former medical-tourism scheme. Korea's VAT refund for foreign patients' cosmetic procedures ended on 31 December 2025, so it is safer to budget without one.

Can I send photos before I travel?

Yes. Send clear smile photos and any recent X-rays by WhatsApp for a preliminary review. This helps plan your schedule, but a diagnosis and final plan are only possible after an in-person exam.

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