About the Tijuana Dental Guide
A trusted resource built on professional clinical oversight — not just algorithms or paid listings.
Dra. Avelar Linhares, DMD
Clinical Advisor — Tijuana Dental Guide
Verified by Dra. Avelar Linhares, DMD View LinkedIn Profile →Dra. Avelar Linhares is a Doctor of Dental Medicine with over 20 years of clinical experience spanning cosmetic, restorative, and implant dentistry. She holds an internationally accredited DMD degree and has spent the last decade specifically focused on evaluating dental care quality across borders — developing deep expertise in both US dental standards and the Mexican regulatory framework that governs Tijuana's clinics.
Her role at Tijuana Dental Guide is straightforward: every clinic in this directory passes through her review before it is listed. She assesses COFEPRIS certification status, sterilization protocols, equipment and materials standards, dentist credentials, and patient outcome data. No clinic pays its way onto this list — clinical standards come first, every time.
The result is a directory US patients can trust the same way they would trust a recommendation from their own dentist — except with 60–75% savings on the other side of the border.
Credentials & Expertise
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
Internationally accredited degree with advanced training in cosmetic, restorative, and implant dentistry
20+ Years Clinical Experience
Extensive practice across cosmetic, restorative, implant, and full-mouth rehabilitation dentistry
International Dental Standards
Expert knowledge of US dental standards and Mexican COFEPRIS regulatory requirements
Clinical Research Background
Experience in evaluating dental materials, techniques, and outcomes
COFEPRIS Certification Expert
Thorough understanding of Mexico's federal dental health certification system
Dental Tourism Specialist
Over a decade advising US patients on safe, high-quality cross-border dental care in Tijuana
Our Mission
The Tijuana Dental Guide was created to solve a real problem: US patients know they can save thousands on dental care in Tijuana, but they don't know how to find a safe, reputable clinic. The internet is full of generic lists and paid placements with no actual clinical vetting.
We built this directory differently. Every clinic is evaluated by a licensed DMD — not by a marketing team or an algorithm. We assess clinical standards, not just star ratings. We provide transparent pricing so patients can plan their trip and budget with confidence. Browse our verified clinic directory, compare costs on our procedure pages, or read our patient guides before making any decisions.
Our business model is transparent: featured clinics pay for premium placement, and we earn referral fees when patients book through our platform. But every clinic — featured or not — must pass Dra. Avelar's clinical review before appearing in the directory.
How We Verify Clinics
COFEPRIS Certification Check
We verify that the clinic holds a valid COFEPRIS certificate — Mexico's federal health authority certification that sets hygiene, equipment, and professional standards.
Dentist Credential Verification
Dra. Avelar reviews the credentials of the lead dentists at each clinic, including their dental school, any US or international training, and professional association memberships.
Sterilization & Safety Protocols
We assess each clinic's sterilization procedures, barrier protocols, and infection control practices to ensure they meet international standards.
Equipment & Materials Review
Quality dental materials and modern equipment are non-negotiable. We verify that clinics use internationally recognized brands for implants, porcelain, and other materials.
Patient Outcome Assessment
We review patient testimonials, long-term outcome data, and — where possible — speak directly with former patients about their experience.
Every clinic that passes this process appears in our verified directory with transparent pricing, service listings, and Dra. Avelar's personal editor's note explaining why the clinic was selected. Clinics that do not meet the standard are not listed — regardless of whether they have paid for placement.
The Directory by the Numbers
6
Verified Clinics
20+
Years Clinical Experience
60–75%
Average Patient Savings
5-Step
Clinical Verification Process
Ready to Find Your Verified Clinic?
Browse our directory of DMD-verified, COFEPRIS-certified dental clinics in Tijuana — or use our free matching service and Dra. Avelar will personally recommend the right clinic for your procedure and budget.