Key Findings First
When searching for a dental clinic in Wonju, ratings alone can hide what the actual visit experience is like. In this article, we compared 2,294 Naver Place visitor reviews, 4,056 Kakao Map reviews, 79 Google Map reviews, and publicly available data from the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service (HIRA). Together, that comes to 6,429 reviews.
To summarize the main takeaway: 28 Guard Dental Clinic (28 Jikimi Dental Clinic) had the largest review volume among the five clinics compared, with 1,628 Naver reviews, 718 Kakao reviews, and 16 Google reviews, for a total of 2,362. Jungang Plant Dental Clinic Wonju recorded a Kakao rating of 5.0, the highest among the Kakao ratings shown here. The clinic where a restorative dentistry specialist was confirmed was Dental Masterpiece Dental Clinic.
The average Kakao Map rating across the five selected clinics was 4.8. However, some clinics did not publicly display a rating, so before choosing one, it’s best to review both the number of reviews and the treatment areas, along with the actual patient comments.
If you’re a foreign patient visiting a clinic in Wonju, language support can vary a lot by clinic, so it’s important to check by phone or on the clinic’s booking page before you go. Bring your passport or other ID, any existing dental records or X-rays if you have them, and be ready to confirm how to make an appointment in advance.
How We Analyzed the Data
This article only collected and compared the following three types of data.
- We gathered visitor review counts and ratings from Naver Place, Kakao Map, and Google Map
- We checked HIRA public information for the number of specialists, treatment areas, and equipment
- We compared those data points clinic by clinic
No on-site visits, surveys, price research, or spam-review filtering were performed.
Dental Masterpiece Dental Clinic - a clinic where a restorative dentistry specialist was confirmed
Why it was selected It has 502 Naver reviews, 946 Kakao reviews, and 0 Google reviews, for a total of 1,448. In the publicly available HIRA data, one restorative dentistry specialist and one specialist in comprehensive dentistry were confirmed. The listed treatment areas are restorative dentistry, comprehensive dentistry, oral medicine, oral pathology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, pediatric dentistry, oral and maxillofacial radiology, preventive dentistry, prosthodontics, and periodontics. One cone beam CT unit is also listed.
"친절하시고 믿음이 갑니다! 가격도 합리적이고 보존과 선생님 있어서 좋아요 원주치과 정착" (김지늘, 2026년 8월 21일)
"처음안내받은 금액에서 추가진료 잇음에도 추가과금없이해주셧네요. 신뢰가갑니다" (횡박치기, 2026년 8월 21일)
Location 강원 원주시 서원대로 396 2층 208호, 209호, 210호
Hours Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 09:30-18:30, Thu 09:30-20:30, Sat 09:30-14:00
What to check before visiting The facility information lists booking, wireless internet, separate men’s/women’s restrooms, and parking. Please call ahead to confirm parking capacity, lunch break, booking method, and language support.
Practical tip If you are planning root canal or restorative treatment, you can ask about the HIRA-listed restorative dentistry specialist during consultation. Because Thursday hours run until 20:30, it may be useful for after-work visits to call 0507-1444-2885 and check whether an appointment is available.
28 Guard Dental Clinic - the clinic with the highest total review count among the five compared
Why it was selected It has 1,628 Naver reviews, 718 Kakao reviews, and 16 Google reviews, for a total of 2,362. A Kakao rating of 4.6 and a Google rating of 4.1 were confirmed. In the HIRA data, one specialist in comprehensive dentistry was confirmed, and the listed treatment areas include comprehensive dentistry, oral medicine, oral pathology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, pediatric dentistry, oral and maxillofacial radiology, preventive dentistry, orthodontics, restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, and periodontics. One cone beam CT unit is also listed.
"전화 드리고 먼곳에서 왔는데 다들 너무 친절하시고 병원도 깨끗하고 바로바로 진행되니 너무 만족해요 우선 아프지 않아 너무 잘 받고갑니다" (tha****, 2026년 9월 3일)
"28지킴이치과 예약 후 이용대기 시간 10분 이내 치과 치료를 받을 때마다 긴장도 많이 하고 걱정도 했는데, 이번에는 정말 편안하게 치료받을 수 있어서 좋았어요. 오한결원장님께서 치료를 정말 꼼꼼하게 봐주시면서도 아프지 않게 살살 치료해 주셔서 치료받는 동안 부담이 없었어요. 설명도 친절하게 해주셔서 믿음이 갔고요. 무엇보다 원장님뿐만 아니라 직원분들 모두 친절하게 대해주셔서 병원에 갈 때마다 기분 좋게 진료받을 수 있었습니다." (미히다, 2026년 8월 31일)
"퇴근 후 방문할수있어서 좋았어요" (goo****, 2026년 8월 27일)
Location 강원 원주시 봉화로 16 4층 28지킴이치과
Hours Mon, Wed, Fri 09:30-18:30, Tue, Thu 09:30-21:00, Sat 09:30-14:00
What to check before visiting The facility information lists booking, wireless internet, separate men’s/women’s restrooms, a waiting area, easy payment, and parking. Parking capacity, lunch break, booking method, and language support were not confirmed in the data, so please check by phone.
Practical tip Since Tuesday and Thursday hours run until 21:00, this may be convenient if you need an after-work appointment. With 1,628 Naver reviews, it has the largest review pool in this comparison, but it’s still a good idea to read the actual treatment-related comments together with the HIRA-listed treatment areas. The phone number is 0507-1490-2892.
Seoul Maeil Dental Hospital - a clinic with 1,186 Kakao reviews
Why it was selected It has 0 Naver reviews, 1,186 Kakao reviews, and 57 Google reviews, for a total of 1,243. A Google rating of 4.0 was confirmed, but specialist information was not available in the provided data. The facility information lists booking, wireless internet, separate men’s/women’s restrooms, a waiting area, and parking.
"의사쌤도 직원분들도 모두 친절합니다." (도로시쌤, 2026년 8월 21일)
"평일(월~금) 예약 예약 후 이용대기 시간 바로 입장 사랑니 발치햇는데 하나도 안아프게뽑았어요 중간에 아프다고 하면 바로바로 마취해주셔서 뽑을때 졸앗어요..." (황진석38, 2026년 8월 12일)
"평일(월~금) 예약 예약 후 이용대기 시간 바로 입장 사랑니 뽑앗는데 애기다루듯 친절하게 잘해주세요 ㅋ" (car****, 2026년 8월 11일)
Location 서울매일치과병원
Hours Mon 09:00-20:00, Tue 09:00-18:00, Wed 09:00-18:00, Thu 09:00-20:00, Fri 09:00-18:00, Sat 09:00-14:00
What to check before visiting The number of HIRA specialists and treatment areas was not confirmed in the provided data. Please call 0507-1326-2883 before visiting to check the specialist lineup, parking capacity, lunch break, booking method, and language support.
Practical tip With 1,186 Kakao reviews, you can get a broad sense of patient experience. Since Monday and Thursday hours run until 20:00, it’s a good idea to check the schedule and book ahead if you need an after-work visit.
Jungang Plant Dental Clinic Wonju - the clinic with a Kakao rating of 5.0
Why it was selected It has 164 Naver reviews, 905 Kakao reviews, and 2 Google reviews, for a total of 1,071. A Kakao rating of 5.0 and a Google rating of 3.7 were confirmed. In the HIRA data, two specialists in comprehensive dentistry were confirmed, and the treatment areas listed are comprehensive dentistry, oral medicine, oral pathology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, pediatric dentistry, oral and maxillofacial radiology, preventive dentistry, restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, and periodontics. One cone beam CT unit is also listed.
"퇴근 후 시간에 임플란트 상담을 받으러 방문했는데 늦은 시간에도 안내가 차분하고 편안했어요. 현재 상태와 상담 내용을 이해하기 쉽게 설명해주셨고, 대기 공간도 정돈되어 있어 처음 방문한 곳인데도 어색하지 않았습니다. 다음 진료 일정도 부담 없이 정할 수 있어 좋았어요." (qqq****, 2026년 8월 5일)
"오래 미뤄둔 치과 방문이라 걱정했는데 접수부터 진료까지 흐름이 자연스러워 생각보다 부담이 적었어요. 필요한 부분을 꼼꼼히 확인해주시고 선택할 수 있는 방향도 차분하게 안내해주셔서 진료 내용을 이해하기 좋았습니다." (야호야호야옹, 2026년 8월 4일)
Location 강원 원주시 평원로 76 3층
Hours Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 09:00-18:00, Sat 09:00-13:00
What to check before visiting The facility information lists booking, wireless internet, separate men’s/women’s restrooms, and parking. Because the Kakao rating of 5.0 and the Google rating of 3.7 differ, it’s best to check both sets of reviews. Please call to confirm parking capacity, lunch break, booking method, and language support.
Practical tip Since two specialists in comprehensive dentistry are publicly listed, you can ask about the treatment area and specialist setup before an implant consultation. Saturday hours end at 13:00, so if you need a weekend morning visit, call 0507-1381-2805 to check whether an appointment is possible.
Wonju STM Dental Clinic - a clinic with orthodontic treatment reviews
Why it was selected It has 0 Naver reviews, 301 Kakao reviews, and 4 Google reviews, for a total of 305. No rating value was provided, and specialist information was not confirmed in the available data. The facility information lists booking, parking, wireless internet, and separate men’s/women’s restrooms.
"교정치료 다니는데 항상 친절하시고 꼼꼼하게 봐주셔서 좋아요 !" (z10v0, 2026년 9월 2일)
"매번 친절하시고 주차가 너무 편합니다^^" (몽몽3017, 2026년 9월 1일)
"2년째다니고있는데 너무 친절하시고잘해주세요 감사합니다" (ssl****, 2026년 8월 22일)
Location 강원 원주시 능라동길 63
Hours Mon, Wed, Fri 10:00-19:00, Tue 14:00-21:00, Sat 09:00-13:30
What to check before visiting The number of HIRA specialists and treatment areas was not confirmed in the provided data. Please call 033-734-2872 before visiting to check parking capacity, lunch break, booking method, language support, and the specialist lineup.
Practical tip Among the actual reviews provided, there are comments mentioning orthodontic treatment. Since Tuesday hours run from 14:00 to 21:00, it may be useful to check the schedule and book ahead if you need an afternoon or evening visit.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Clinic | Naver Rating | Kakao Rating | Google Rating | Total Reviews | Specialists | Location | Strengths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Masterpiece Dental Clinic | Not available | Not available | Not available | 1,448 | 1 restorative dentistry specialist, 1 comprehensive dentistry specialist | 2nd floor, 208, 209, 210, 396 Seowon-daero, Wonju-si, Gangwon | Restorative dentistry specialist, 1 cone beam CT unit |
| 28 Guard Dental Clinic | Not available | 4.6 | 4.1 | 2,362 | 1 comprehensive dentistry specialist | 4th floor, 16 Bonghwa-ro, Wonju-si, Gangwon | 1,628 Naver reviews, Tuesday/Thursday hours until 21:00 |
| Seoul Maeil Dental Hospital | Not available | Not available | 4.0 | 1,243 | Not available | 서울매일치과병원 | 1,186 Kakao reviews, Monday/Thursday hours until 20:00 |
| Jungang Plant Dental Clinic Wonju | Not available | 5.0 | 3.7 | 1,071 | 2 comprehensive dentistry specialists | 3rd floor, 76 Pyeongwon-ro, Wonju-si, Gangwon | Kakao rating 5.0, 2 comprehensive dentistry specialists |
| Wonju STM Dental Clinic | Not available | Not available | Not available | 305 | Not available | 63 Neungnaldong-gil, Wonju-si, Gangwon | Orthodontic treatment reviews, Tuesday hours until 21:00 |
Dental Clinic Selection Checklist
- Check review count and rating together — even if ratings are similar, a small number of reviews can mean a limited sample of experiences.
- Check HIRA specialist information — treatment areas and the number of specialists are important clues when deciding where to go.
- Read the actual review text — instead of focusing only on stars, look for comments about pain, explanations, staff attitude, and any mention of extra charges.
- Check hours and evening service — for working patients, whether the clinic offers weekday evening or Saturday visits can determine whether it’s feasible.
- Check equipment availability — diagnostic tools such as cone beam CT may matter depending on the treatment.
- Check parking and convenience features — parking and a waiting area directly affect how easy the visit will be.
- Look for reviews about treatment explanations — see whether reviewers mention that their condition and treatment plan were explained clearly before treatment.
- Check location and travel time — enter the address into a map app and calculate how long it will actually take to get there.
- Watch for repeated mentions of overtreatment or extra charges — if the same complaint appears repeatedly, ask careful questions during consultation.
- Ask about anything not shown in the data — booking method, lunch break, parking capacity, and language support should be confirmed directly with the clinic.
Warning Signs to Watch For
Before choosing a dental clinic, it is generally best to avoid the following signs.
- Ratings repeated without review text — it’s hard to judge the actual treatment experience.
- HIRA specialist or treatment-area information is hard to verify — you should check the medical team structure before treatment.
- Only cost ranges or procedure timing are explained, without treatment details — the information may not be sufficient before consent.
- Repeated complaints about overtreatment or extra charges in multiple reviews — ask about expected costs and possible add-ons before the consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Wonju dental clinic has the highest Kakao rating?
Jungang Plant Dental Clinic Wonju had the highest Kakao rating among the clinics shown here, at 5.0. 28 Guard Dental Clinic also had a Kakao rating of 4.6 and a Google rating of 4.1.
Which Wonju dental clinic has the most Naver reviews?
28 Guard Dental Clinic had the most Naver reviews, with 1,628. Dental Masterpiece Dental Clinic had 502 Naver reviews, and Jungang Plant Dental Clinic Wonju had 164.
Which clinic has a confirmed restorative dentistry specialist?
At Dental Masterpiece Dental Clinic, HIRA public data confirmed one restorative dentistry specialist and one comprehensive dentistry specialist. If you need root canal treatment or restorative care, you can ask about the specialist lineup during consultation.
How can a foreigner check whether a clinic in Wonju has English-speaking support?
You should not assume it is available from the review data alone. Because language support varies by clinic, the safest approach is to call ahead or check the clinic’s booking page before visiting; if you need English-speaking support, ask directly when you make the appointment.
Which Wonju dental clinics offer evening hours?
28 Guard Dental Clinic is open until 21:00 on Tuesday and Thursday, Wonju STM Dental Clinic is open until 21:00 on Tuesday, Dental Masterpiece Dental Clinic is open until 20:30 on Thursday, and Seoul Maeil Dental Hospital is open until 20:00 on Monday and Thursday. Please confirm appointment availability by phone before visiting.
Which places have parking?
All five clinics in this comparison list parking in their facility information. However, parking capacity was not included in the collected data, so you should confirm it by phone.
Does the clinic with the most reviews automatically mean it is the best?
Review count is an important reference, but it is not the only 기준. To choose a clinic that fits your treatment needs, compare the ratings, HIRA specialist count, treatment areas, and actual review content together.
Last updated: 2026-09-03
