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If you are planning dental treatment in Gangnam, Seoul, it is important to consider more than just the name of the treatment you want. The dentists’ areas of expertise, digital diagnostic and prosthetic fabrication systems, foreign-language interpretation, the number of visits required, and the length of your stay in Korea should all be considered together.
Lucid Dental Clinic is located on Nonhyeon-ro in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, directly in front of Exit 3 of Eonju Station on Subway Line 9. The clinic provides a wide range of dental services, including Lucinate cosmetic dentistry, one-day implants, plasma-activated implants, teeth whitening, orthodontics, crowns and inlays, as well as general dental care such as cavity treatment, root canal treatment, scaling, and wisdom tooth extraction.
Professional English, Japanese, and Chinese interpreters are available to support international patients during consultations and treatment. The clinic also offers evening appointments from Tuesday through Thursday and Saturday appointments, making it easier for foreign residents in Korea and international visitors with limited schedules to plan treatment.
Except for major Korean holidays such as Chuseok and Lunar New Year, the clinic also provides treatment on public holidays and substitute public holidays, allowing patients to arrange dental care around their travel schedules.
• Directly in front of Exit 3 of Eonju Station in Gangnam
• Professional English, Japanese, and Chinese interpreters available
• Lucinate, implants, orthodontics, whitening, and general dentistry
• One-Day cosmetic treatment and One-Day implants
• Digital diagnosis and cosmetic prosthetic fabrication system
• Evening appointments Tuesday through Thursday
• Saturday appointments available
• Consultation planning based on international patients’ stays in Korea
Lucinate Cosmetic Dentistry
Lucinate is one of the representative cosmetic dental treatments at Lucid Dental Clinic. After preparing the tooth surface only within the necessary range, customized ceramic restorations are bonded to the teeth to improve the aesthetic appearance of tooth shape, color, and alignment within a relatively short period.
Unlike teeth whitening, which primarily changes tooth color, Lucinate can also address the size and shape of the front teeth, the proportions between teeth, and their visible alignment.
In cosmetic dentistry, the goal is not simply to make the teeth as white or large as possible. The design should harmonize with the patient’s natural teeth, facial features, lips, and gum line. The desired tooth shape and shade are discussed while the existing alignment, bite, cavities, and gum condition are also evaluated to determine the appropriate treatment range.
• Cosmetic treatment for the front teeth
• Improvement of tooth color and shape
• Consideration of tooth length and width
• Tooth alignment and smile-line design
• Harmony with the patient’s natural teeth
• Customized ceramic restorations
• One-Day Lucinate available
Lucinate With Minimal Tooth Preparation of 0.01 mm to 0.2 mm
One of the most common concerns among patients considering cosmetic restorations is how much of their natural tooth structure needs to be removed.
Lucinate does not require the same amount of tooth preparation for every patient. Depending on the current tooth position, degree of protrusion, size, alignment, color, and desired change, the required preparation range is determined within approximately 0.01 mm to 0.2 mm.
The amount of preparation may differ between a patient whose teeth are already relatively well aligned and who wants only a small aesthetic change and a patient who needs a larger change in protrusion or tooth shape.
The goal is to preserve as much natural tooth structure as possible while planning the final restoration so that the ceramic does not appear excessively thick.
• Priority given to preserving natural teeth
• Tooth surface prepared only within the necessary range
• Tooth alignment and degree of protrusion evaluated
• Tooth shade and size considered
• Ceramic thickness and final shape planned together
• Treatment range determined according to individual tooth condition
One-Day Lucinate
ONE-DAY LUCINATE may be particularly useful for international patients with limited time in Korea.
For suitable patients, the examination, evaluation of tooth condition, aesthetic design, prosthetic fabrication, and final bonding process can be coordinated through a digital system to complete cosmetic dental treatment within a relatively short schedule.
A key reason Lucid Dental Clinic can provide One-Day Lucinate is its combination of specialized in-house personnel, advanced dental laboratory equipment, and an organized clinical system.
A dental laboratory director specializing in Lucinate works in-house, and advanced laboratory equipment is available at the clinic. This allows the process from restoration design to fabrication to be performed quickly and precisely.
Because the restorations do not need to be transported to and from an outside laboratory, waiting time can be reduced. When necessary, the dentists and laboratory director can communicate immediately and adjust the restoration during the fabrication process.
Experienced dental hygienists with extensive backgrounds in cosmetic prosthodontics also participate in treatment. All consultation managers hold dental hygienist qualifications.
Based on structured training and extensive clinical experience, they understand the patient’s dental condition and treatment process and provide systematic support from the initial consultation through treatment and follow-up care.
One-Day treatment is not simply about fabricating a restoration quickly. Examination, treatment planning, tooth preparation, digital scanning, prosthetic design and fabrication, and final bonding must all take place accurately within a coordinated schedule.
This requires close communication among dentists, dental hygienists, the dental laboratory director, and consultation staff, as well as a carefully organized treatment protocol.
Based on its professional staff, in-house laboratory system, and coordinated workflow, Lucid Dental Clinic is one of the dental clinics in the Gangnam area actively providing One-Day Lucinate treatment and can help international patients plan cosmetic dentistry around a limited stay in Korea.
However, One-Day treatment does not mean that every patient can complete the entire treatment in a single day.
If cavities or gum disease need to be treated first, existing restorations must be replaced, or additional adjustments to tooth alignment or occlusion are necessary, the treatment schedule may need to be extended.
International patients can help with treatment planning by providing their arrival and departure dates, the number of teeth they want treated, and their current dental concerns in advance.
Main Features of One-Day Lucinate
• ONE-DAY LUCINATE system
• Same-day restoration fabrication and bonding possible for suitable patients
• Digital scanning and advanced prosthetic fabrication systems
• In-house dental laboratory director specializing in Lucinate
• Advanced in-house laboratory equipment for fast and precise fabrication
• Experienced dental hygienists specializing in cosmetic prosthodontics
• All consultation managers hold dental hygienist qualifications
• Real-time communication and cooperation between dentists and laboratory staff
• Structured One-Day treatment protocol
• One-Day Lucinate actively performed in the Gangnam area
• Advance consultation and schedule coordination for international patients with short stays in Korea
• Additional treatment may be necessary depending on cavity and gum conditions
• Actual eligibility for One-Day treatment is determined after examination and diagnosis
Natural-Looking Lucinate Design
The goal of cosmetic dentistry is not simply to make the teeth whiter.
The length and width of the front teeth, symmetry between the left and right sides, shape of the incisal edges, relationship between the lips and gums, and the overall smile line should work together to create a natural appearance.
When several front teeth are treated at the same time, the overall dental alignment and facial harmony should be considered rather than evaluating each tooth separately.
Lucinate allows the shade and shape of the ceramic restorations to be selected to complement the existing natural teeth while also reflecting the patient’s desired aesthetic changes.
• Tooth length-to-width proportions considered
• Balance between the left and right front teeth evaluated
• Relationship between lips and teeth considered
• Smile-line design
• Tooth shade and brightness can be selected according to personal preference
• High-quality translucent ceramic used for a natural-looking appearance
Digital Lucinate Fabrication Process
Lucinate treatment involves more than simply bonding a prefabricated piece of ceramic onto a tooth.
The process begins by evaluating the current oral condition and tooth shape and planning the size and form of the teeth to be treated. Ceramic restorations are then fabricated based on digital data.
The restoration is applied to the actual tooth so that the shape, color, contact with adjacent teeth, and occlusion can be checked.
After any necessary adjustments, the restoration is permanently bonded to the tooth.
By connecting oral scanning, design, and fabrication through a digital system, faster cosmetic treatments such as One-Day Lucinate can be provided.
• Oral condition assessment
• Digital scanning
• Aesthetic design
• Ceramic restoration fabrication
• Fit checked on the actual tooth
• Harmony with neighboring teeth evaluated
• Occlusion checked
• Final bonding
CEREC-Based Cosmetic Prosthetic Fabrication
Lucid Dental Clinic uses a CEREC-based digital system for Lucinate and cosmetic prosthetic fabrication.
CEREC is a CAD/CAM system that processes digitally designed restorations from ceramic materials. The workflow connects oral scanning, design, and actual restoration fabrication.
After the CEREC process, an in-house professional dental technician manually reviews the design result once again before completion.
One-Day cosmetic dentistry cannot be achieved simply by shortening chair time. The patient’s oral data must be recorded, the restoration designed, the ceramic processed, and the completed restoration adjusted after being placed on the actual tooth.
This specialized digital fabrication environment is used for Lucinate treatment.
• CEREC-based digital fabrication
• CAD/CAM technology
• Ceramic restoration processing
• Digital oral data
• Connection between digital design and physical restoration fabrication
• Support for One-Day cosmetic dentistry
Lucinate Orthodontic-Style Cosmetic Treatment
Lucinate orthodontic-style treatment is a cosmetic prosthetic approach and differs from conventional orthodontics, which physically moves the teeth over a long period.
The outer surface of the tooth is prepared only within the necessary range, and ceramic restorations are bonded so the teeth appear more even in shape and alignment. Depending on the case, crown treatment may also be used when necessary.
For some patients with Class III malocclusion, combined orthognathic surgery and conventional orthodontics may require more than three years of treatment. There have also been cases in which the visible appearance of the teeth was cosmetically improved using Lucinate.
Conventional orthodontic treatment may require extraction of two to four premolars to create sufficient space. In some cases, up to eight teeth may be extracted when wisdom teeth are included.
Root shortening may also occur during the process of physically moving the teeth.
Lucinate treatment, in contrast, is planned with an emphasis on preserving natural teeth as much as possible and aims to minimize unnecessary extraction when extraction is required.
• Cosmetic improvement of tooth shape and visible alignment
• Ceramic restorations used, with crowns added when necessary
• Shorter treatment schedule
• Priority given to natural-tooth preservation and minimizing unnecessary extraction
• Cosmetic improvement may be possible for selected Class III cases depending on oral condition
• Cosmetic prosthetic approach that improves appearance without physically moving the teeth
• Appropriate treatment determined according to occlusion and skeletal condition
One-Day Implant Placement
Lucid Dental Clinic provides same-day implant placement.
In conventional implant treatment, it may be necessary to wait for the gums and alveolar bone to heal after extraction before placing an implant.
However, patients with suitable oral conditions may be able to undergo tooth extraction and implant placement on the same day.
Bone grafting may also be performed when necessary to reinforce the alveolar bone needed for implant placement.
The actual surgical method and whether same-day placement is possible depend on the condition of the gums and alveolar bone.
The key to a One-Day implant is not to apply rapid treatment to every patient. The amount and condition of the alveolar bone, gum condition, inflammation around the extraction site, and the possibility of obtaining sufficient initial implant stability must first be evaluated.
Even when the implant itself is placed on the same day, the entire treatment process through the final prosthesis is not necessarily completed in one day.
The implant needs time to integrate stably with the jawbone, and additional visits may be required for the final prosthetic restoration.
• Tooth extraction and implant placement may be performed on the same day
• Available for suitable patients
• Alveolar bone and gum condition evaluated
• Inflammation checked
• Initial implant stability evaluated
• Healing period required after placement
• Additional visits may be required for the final restoration
• For front teeth, selected cases may also allow immediate temporary tooth fabrication depending on bone condition
When One-Day Implants May Be Suitable
Eligibility for One-Day implant placement depends on each patient’s oral condition.
If sufficient bone volume and stable gums are present and adequate initial implant stability can be achieved, it may be possible to reduce the number of treatment stages.
In contrast, when there is significant inflammation at the extraction site, insufficient alveolar bone, or a need for extensive bone grafting, a staged treatment approach with an adequate healing period may be more appropriate.
General health and medications may also affect implant planning.
• Alveolar bone volume and density evaluated
• Gum condition checked
• Inflammation at the extraction site assessed
• Initial implant stability evaluated
• Extent of required bone grafting considered
• General health and medications considered
Plasma-Activated Implants
Plasma-activated implant treatment involves treating the implant surface with plasma to modify its surface characteristics.
The goal is to increase the hydrophilicity of the implant surface and create an environment in which blood can more readily contact the implant surface.
Osseointegration, in which the implant becomes stably integrated with the surrounding jawbone, is an important part of implant treatment.
Plasma activation is one method designed with this early healing environment in mind.
Actual healing can vary depending on bone quality, gum condition, general health, smoking status, and oral hygiene.
• Plasma treatment of the implant surface
• Designed to improve surface hydrophilicity
• Consideration of blood-to-implant surface contact
• Treatment designed with the early osseointegration environment in mind
• Individual differences depending on bone and gum condition
• Eligibility determined according to oral condition
Conventional Implants and Bone Grafting
Dental implants replace missing teeth by placing an artificial tooth root in the jawbone and connecting a prosthetic restoration above it.
Before treatment, the alveolar bone at the missing-tooth site should be evaluated together with the gums, neighboring teeth, and upper and lower occlusion.
When a tooth has been missing for a long time and the alveolar bone has decreased, or when there is not enough bone to support an implant securely, bone grafting may be required.
Based on CT imaging and an oral examination, the dental team determines whether a conventional implant, One-Day implant, or plasma-activated implant approach is appropriate.
• Conventional implants
• One-Day implants
• Plasma-activated implants
• CT-based treatment planning
• Evaluation of gums and neighboring teeth
• Upper and lower occlusion considered
Crowns and Inlays
When a cavity or damaged area is too extensive for a simple filling to provide sufficient protection, an inlay or crown may be used.
An inlay restores a portion of a damaged tooth with a prosthetic restoration, while a crown covers and protects a larger portion of the tooth.
Lucid Dental Clinic provides zirconia crowns, inlays, and related prosthetic treatments. Digital fabrication and One-Day prosthetic treatment may be applicable to selected cases.
Prosthetic treatment considers the remaining natural tooth structure, chewing forces, occlusion, contact with neighboring teeth, and aesthetic shape.
• Zirconia crowns
• Inlays
• One-Day prosthetic treatment possible when root canal treatment is not required
• Remaining natural tooth structure considered
• Chewing function and occlusion evaluated
• Relationship with neighboring teeth considered
• Both function and aesthetics considered
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic dental treatment that brightens tooth color without changing the existing shape of the teeth.
Professional whitening may be considered when teeth have darkened due to coffee, tea, foods, smoking, or natural changes in tooth color.
Teeth whitening and Lucinate have different purposes.
If there is no significant problem with tooth shape or alignment, whitening may be appropriate. For patients who want to change their teeth to a specific shade or who prefer not to undergo repeated whitening sessions, Lucinate may also be discussed.
• Professional teeth whitening
• Improves tooth color while maintaining existing tooth shape
• Tooth sensitivity considered
• Different treatment purpose from Lucinate
• Treatment planned according to oral condition
Invisalign and Conventional Orthodontics
Lucid Dental Clinic provides both conventional orthodontics and Invisalign clear aligner treatment.
Clear aligner treatment physically moves the teeth by replacing a series of transparent aligners according to treatment stages.
When both dental alignment and upper-to-lower occlusion need to be corrected, orthodontic treatment that physically moves the teeth may be more appropriate than cosmetic Lucinate correction.
Depending on the amount of tooth movement required, type of malocclusion, patient age, and expected treatment duration, an appropriate option can be selected between conventional braces and clear aligners.
• Invisalign
• Conventional orthodontics
• Pediatric orthodontics
• Adolescent orthodontics
• Adult orthodontics
• Dental alignment correction
• Occlusal correction
• Treatment through actual tooth movement
Cavity, Root Canal, and Tooth Preservation Treatment
Lucid Dental Clinic provides not only cosmetic dentistry but also cavity treatment, root canal treatment, and treatments focused on preserving natural teeth.
Early cavities are treated by removing damaged areas while preserving as much natural tooth structure as possible.
When decay has progressed deeply enough to affect the pulp inside the tooth, root canal treatment may be necessary.
If the remaining tooth structure is weakened following root canal treatment, a crown or another restoration may be used to protect the tooth.
Even when a patient initially visits for cosmetic treatment, cavities or problems with existing restorations may need to be treated first.
• Cavity treatment
• Root canal treatment
• Natural-tooth preservation
• Existing restorations evaluated
• Crown treatment when necessary
• Oral health problems treated before cosmetic dentistry when required
Dental Checkups and Scaling
Scaling is a basic dental treatment that removes calculus and plaque around the teeth and gums to help maintain gum health.
When combined with regular dental examinations, it can also help identify cavities, gum problems, and issues involving existing restorations.
Lucid Dental Clinic uses genuine EMS AIRFLOW® equipment manufactured by the Swiss dental medical-device company EMS.
EMS is known for precision dental cleaning technology. AIRFLOW uses fine powder, water, and air to gently remove bacterial biofilm and staining from the tooth surface.
The clinic aims to reduce irritation and discomfort to the teeth and gums compared with conventional scaling, making the procedure more comfortable even for patients who are sensitive to tooth sensitivity.
Patients considering cosmetic treatments such as Lucinate or teeth whitening should first evaluate the current condition of their teeth and gums and determine whether any general dental care is necessary.
• Dental checkups
• Scaling
• Calculus and plaque removal
• Gum condition evaluated
• Cavities checked
• Existing restorations evaluated
• Oral health assessment before cosmetic dentistry
Wisdom Tooth Extraction and Oral Surgery
Wisdom teeth do not always need to be removed if they have erupted normally and do not cause problems with neighboring teeth or gums.
However, extraction may be considered when a wisdom tooth grows at an angle, remains impacted beneath the gums, affects neighboring teeth, or causes recurrent inflammation.
When a lower wisdom tooth is close to a nerve, imaging examinations such as CT can be used to evaluate the relationship between the tooth and surrounding anatomical structures.
The treatment plan is determined according to the direction of the wisdom tooth, degree of impaction, and distance from the nerve.
• Wisdom tooth extraction
• Impacted wisdom teeth
• Evaluation of neighboring teeth and gums
• CT and other imaging examinations
• Oral surgery
• Treatment planning according to extraction difficulty
Dentists at Lucid Dental Clinic
Lucid Dental Clinic provides treatment across multiple dental fields, including cosmetic prosthodontics, implants, orthodontics, cavity treatment, gum treatment, prosthetic dentistry, and general dentistry.
Each dentist has a different clinical and educational background in fields such as prosthodontics, orthodontics, implants, and integrated dentistry, allowing treatment to be planned according to each patient’s dental condition and goals.
Representative Director Hyun-min Park
Representative Director Hyun-min Park provides Lucinate treatment, cosmetic prosthodontics, cavity treatment, and wisdom tooth extraction.
He studied dentistry at Kyung Hee University College of Dentistry, holds qualifications related to cosmetic dentistry, and has completed education in relevant fields. He also completed a clinical dentistry program at Seoul National University School of Dentistry.
His clinical scope ranges from cosmetic prosthodontics involving tooth shape and shade, such as Lucinate, to treatments designed to preserve worn or fractured teeth while restoring chewing function.
Treatment planning considers dental appearance, function, and occlusion together.
Representative Director Park has also served as a judge for Miss Korea and is described as having a strong aesthetic sense, considering aesthetic appearance, occlusion, and overall harmony of the teeth in prosthetic treatment.
• Lucinate cosmetic dentistry
• Cosmetic prosthodontics
• Cavity treatment
• Wisdom tooth extraction
• Dentistry program at Kyung Hee University College of Dentistry
• Cosmetic dentistry-related qualifications
• Seoul National University School of Dentistry program
Director Jun-seong Park
Director Jun-seong Park primarily provides implant treatment, cavity treatment, gum treatment, and prosthetic dentistry.
His scope ranges from general dental care aimed at restoring the function of natural teeth to implant treatment for missing teeth and prosthetic treatments such as crowns for damaged teeth.
He has completed education related to cosmetic dentistry, endodontic treatment, and temporomandibular joint care.
His treatment approach focuses on preserving existing teeth whenever possible while restoring chewing function and tooth form.
• Implants
• Cavity treatment
• Gum treatment
• Crowns, inlays, and other prosthetic treatment
• Cosmetic dentistry education
• Endodontic treatment education
• TMJ-related education
• Treatment considering natural-tooth preservation and functional restoration
Director Jong Lee
Director Jong Lee is a Ministry of Health and Welfare-certified orthodontic specialist who focuses on orthodontic treatment.
He provides pediatric orthodontics, adolescent orthodontics, adult orthodontics, and Invisalign clear aligner treatment.
He completed an orthodontic residency at Kyung Hee University Dental Hospital and is an accredited member of the Korean Association of Orthodontists.
He is also a U.S.-certified Invisalign dentist and participates in international academic activities related to orthodontics.
His treatment considers not only straightening the front teeth but also the entire dental arch and upper-to-lower occlusion.
• Ministry of Health and Welfare-certified orthodontic specialist
• Pediatric orthodontics
• Adolescent orthodontics
• Adult orthodontics
• Invisalign clear aligners
• Orthodontic residency at Kyung Hee University Dental Hospital
• Accredited by the Korean Association of Orthodontists
• U.S.-certified Invisalign dentist
• Orthodontic treatment considering both alignment and occlusion
Director Ui-hyeon Kim
Director Ui-hyeon Kim is a Ministry of Health and Welfare-certified specialist in integrated dentistry who provides cavity treatment, prosthetic treatment, and general dental care.
He completed a master’s degree in dentistry at Seoul National University School of Dentistry and has also completed implant-related education.
Integrated dentistry does not focus on only one field of dental treatment. Instead, it evaluates the patient’s overall oral condition and connects the necessary areas of care.
Cavities, existing restorations, and general oral health are assessed comprehensively before the appropriate treatment direction is determined.
• Ministry of Health and Welfare-certified specialist in integrated dentistry
• Cavity treatment
• Prosthetic treatment
• General dental care
• Master’s degree in dentistry from Seoul National University School of Dentistry
• Implant-related education
• Integrated treatment considering the overall oral condition
Director Ji-eun Song
Director Ji-eun Song is a Ministry of Health and Welfare-certified prosthodontic specialist and an accredited member of the Korean Academy of Prosthodontics.
She provides implant treatment, cavity treatment, gum treatment, and prosthodontics.
She completed a prosthodontics residency at Chonnam National University Dental Hospital and holds a PhD in prosthodontics.
Prosthetic treatment involves more than restoring the visible shape of a damaged or missing tooth. Actual chewing function, upper-to-lower occlusion, and the relationship with surrounding natural teeth should also be considered.
These factors are incorporated into treatments such as final implant restorations and crowns.
• Ministry of Health and Welfare-certified prosthodontic specialist
• Accredited by the Korean Academy of Prosthodontics
• Implants
• Cavity treatment
• Gum treatment
• Prosthetic treatment
• Prosthodontics residency at Chonnam National University Dental Hospital
• PhD in prosthodontics
• Prosthetic care considering dental function and occlusion
Director Yoon-hee Kim
Director Yoon-hee Kim provides implant treatment, cavity treatment, gum treatment, and prosthodontic care.
She is accredited by the Korean Academy of Prosthodontics and holds a master’s degree in prosthodontics and a doctoral degree in dentistry.
She also has academic experience related to cosmetic dentistry and implants, allowing her to consider not only restoration of damaged tooth function but also aesthetic harmony with surrounding natural teeth.
• Implants
• Cavity treatment
• Gum treatment
• Prosthetic treatment
• Accredited by the Korean Academy of Prosthodontics
• Master’s degree in prosthodontics
• Doctoral degree in dentistry
• Academic activities related to cosmetic dentistry
• Academic activities related to implants
Director Eun-jung Kang
Director Eun-jung Kang provides implant treatment, cavity treatment, gum treatment, and prosthodontic care.
She graduated from Pusan National University College of Dentistry and completed an internship and residency in prosthodontics at Ilsan Paik Hospital.
She also completed an orthodontic mini-residency at Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University, as well as overseas implant-related education.
Her care centers on prosthodontics and implants while also considering dental alignment and occlusion.
• Implants
• Cavity treatment
• Gum treatment
• Prosthetic treatment
• Graduate of Pusan National University College of Dentistry
• Prosthodontics internship and residency at Ilsan Paik Hospital
• Orthodontic mini-residency at Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University
• Overseas implant-related education
• Treatment considering both prosthodontics and occlusion
Digital Diagnosis and Dental Equipment
Accurate cosmetic prosthodontics and implant treatment depend not only on the dentist’s clinical care but also on imaging diagnostics, oral scanning, and prosthetic fabrication systems.
Lucid Dental Clinic operates various pieces of equipment, including cone-beam CT, R2 STUDIO Q, Primescan, Silence, PHL-15, EURO FIRE S2, CFP-200, Twister, ZX-5SD, and Easy-VAC.
Primescan is used to record oral structures as digital data, while CT imaging provides three-dimensional information about the positions and shapes of the teeth and jawbone for implant and oral-surgery planning.
The CEREC-based system is connected to the digital design and fabrication processes used for Lucinate and selected prosthetic treatments.
• Cone-beam CT
• R2 STUDIO Q
• Primescan
• CEREC-based fabrication system
• Silence
• PHL-15
• EURO FIRE S2
• CFP-200
• Twister
• ZX-5SD
• Easy-VAC
• Digital diagnosis, scanning, and prosthetic fabrication systems
Treatment Environment Designed for Comfort and Privacy
Lucid Dental Clinic includes general treatment rooms as well as private consultation areas, a VIP room, and waiting spaces.
Separating pre-treatment consultation spaces from actual treatment areas allows patients to discuss their dental concerns and desired outcomes in a more comfortable setting.
For patients who feel significant anxiety about dental treatment, as well as international patients, the consultation environment, communication, and waiting process can influence the overall treatment experience in addition to the dental procedure itself.
The clinic considers both patient privacy and a comfortable treatment environment.
• Private consultation areas
• VIP room
• General treatment rooms
• Comfortable waiting spaces
• Patient privacy considered
• Consultation and treatment spaces separated
Professional English, Japanese, and Chinese Interpreters Available
Accurate communication is important when international patients receive dental treatment in Korea.
Patients need to understand not only the location of current pain and their previous dental history but also medications, allergies, desired treatment outcomes, available treatment options, the required number of visits, and follow-up care.
Lucid Dental Clinic has professional English, Japanese, and Chinese interpreters available to support communication during consultations and treatment.
Patients with a short stay in Korea can provide their arrival and departure dates in advance and discuss the required number of visits and an appropriate treatment schedule.
• 🇺🇸 Professional English interpreter available
• 🇯🇵 Professional Japanese interpreter available
• 🇨🇳 Professional Chinese interpreter available
• Communication support during consultations and treatment
• Assistance with explanations of treatment methods and processes
• Follow-up care information
• Treatment consultation based on the patient’s stay in Korea
• Confirmation of the number of required visits
Common Themes in Reviews From Korean Patients
Many reviews from Korean patients about Lucid Dental Clinic are available on Naver.
Frequently mentioned themes include friendly service from dentists and staff, detailed explanations of treatment, a clean and comfortable clinical environment, and convenient transportation because the clinic is located directly in front of Exit 3 of Eonju Station on Subway Line 9.
For cosmetic and prosthetic treatment, some reviews mention that it was easy to discuss preferred tooth shapes and treatment directions.
For general dentistry, patients also describe receiving sufficient explanations of the treatment process, which helped reduce anxiety about dental care.
Reviews reflect individual treatment experiences, so actual treatment outcomes may vary.
• Friendly dentists and staff
• Detailed explanations of treatment
• Clean and comfortable clinical environment
• Convenient access near Eonju Station
• Satisfaction with cosmetic and prosthetic consultations
• Positive evaluations of comfort during dental treatment
Common Themes in Google Reviews From International Patients
Google Maps has more than 200 reviews of Lucid Dental Clinic.
International patient reviews commonly mention that English interpretation and foreign-language consultation made treatment information easier to understand.
Friendly and professional responses from dentists and staff and careful checking of patient comfort during treatment are also positively mentioned.
Reviews from international patients who received teeth whitening and scaling mention satisfaction with being able to receive explanations of the treatment process in English and with the overall comfortable experience.
Cosmetic-treatment reviews also include positive comments regarding treatment explanations, staff service, and the natural appearance of the teeth.
• Positive feedback regarding English interpretation
• Treatment explanations that are easy to understand
• Friendly and professional staff
• Environment where international patients can receive treatment comfortably
• Satisfaction with scaling and teeth whitening
• Positive reviews regarding cosmetic consultations and treatment experiences
Address and Transportation From Eonju Station
Lucid Dental Clinic is located on the 3rd and 4th floors of the Coway Building at 606 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul.
It is approximately 12 meters from Exit 3 of Eonju Station on Subway Line 9, also indicated as Eonju (Lucid Dental Clinic) Station, allowing patients to reach the clinic almost immediately after leaving the station.
Line 9 express trains do not stop at Eonju Station, so patients should use an all-stop local train.
If you are using an express train, you can transfer to a local Line 9 train at Sinnonhyeon Station or Seonjeongneung Station.
From Gangnam Station, take the Shinbundang Line to Sinnonhyeon Station and transfer to a Line 9 local train for Eonju Station.
Parking is also available in the building for patients arriving by car.
• Address: 3F–4F, Coway Building, 606 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
• Subway Line 9, Eonju Station Exit 3
• Approximately 12 meters from Eonju Station Exit 3
• Use a Line 9 local train
• If using an express train, transfer at Sinnonhyeon or Seonjeongneung
• Accessible from Gangnam Station via the Shinbundang Line and Line 9
• Building parking available
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How to Get to Lucid Dental Clinic From Myeongdong
International patients staying in Myeongdong can reach Lucid Dental Clinic using public transportation.
From Myeongdong Station, take Subway Line 4 to Dongjak Station. Transfer at Dongjak Station to a Line 9 local train and get off at Eonju Station.
The total travel time is approximately 35 minutes.
Once you arrive at Eonju Station, use Exit 3. Lucid Dental Clinic is located very close to the exit, so there is little additional walking.
Because Line 9 express trains do not stop at Eonju Station, make sure to board a local train when transferring at Dongjak Station.
• Take Line 4 from Myeongdong Station
• Transfer to Line 9 at Dongjak Station
• Use a Line 9 local train
• Get off at Eonju Station
• Use Eonju Station Exit 3
• Approximately 35 minutes in total
• Convenient subway access for visitors staying in Myeongdong
Clinic Hours
Lucid Dental Clinic is open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Mondays and Fridays.
On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, evening treatment is available from 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM.
The weekday break is from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
On Saturdays, the clinic is open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM without a separate lunch break.
The clinic is regularly closed on Sundays.
The clinic also provides treatment on public holidays and substitute public holidays, except for major Korean holidays such as Lunar New Year and Chuseok, which can make scheduling easier for patients visiting Korea for a short period.
International patients planning multi-stage treatments such as One-Day Lucinate, implants, or prosthetic treatment should consider the initial examination, actual treatment, and post-treatment check when planning the duration of their stay.
• Monday 10:00–18:00
• Tuesday 10:00–20:30
• Wednesday 10:00–20:30
• Thursday 10:00–20:30
• Friday 10:00–18:00
• Weekday break 13:00–14:00
• Saturday 10:00–16:00
• No lunch break on Saturday
• Sunday: Closed
Information International Patients Should Prepare Before Visiting
When traveling to Korea for dental treatment, it is helpful to provide more than just the name of the procedure you want.
Prepare your arrival and departure dates in Korea, the tooth or area causing the greatest concern, previous dental treatment history, current medications, and allergy information.
Implants and orthodontic treatment may require several visits.
Even One-Day Lucinate and One-Day implant treatment may not be completed within a single day if the condition of the teeth and gums requires additional treatment.
• Prepare your arrival and departure dates in Korea
• Organize your current dental concerns and desired treatment
• Prepare previous dental treatment history
• Bring previous X-rays if available
• Provide medication and allergy information
• Consider repeat visits for implants and orthodontics
• Eligibility for One-Day treatment is determined after an actual examination
Preparing for Dental Treatment in Korea With Kosmedi
Lucid Dental Clinic is an official Kosmedi partner clinic. Through Kosmedi, international patients can check treatment information, available appointment dates, and treatment prices at Lucid Dental Clinic. Kosmedi can also assist with treatment-related inquiries and actual clinic appointments. By providing your travel schedule in Korea and the dental treatment you are interested in, you can prepare for your visit more conveniently through Kosmedi.
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