Key Findings First
If you are looking for an orthodontic dental clinic in Ssangmun-dong, Seoul Brighten Dental is worth putting at the top of your comparison list. Seoul Brighten Dental has a Kakao rating of 5.0, 416 Kakao reviews, and 17 Google reviews, for a total of 433 platform reviews. The five clinics compared here average 4.6 on Kakao Map, with 1,406 Kakao reviews in total.
Seoul Brighten Dental was listed as 168 m from Exit 2 of Changdong Station, and its hours are Monday 09:30 - 20:30, Tuesday 09:30 - 18:30, and Wednesday 09:30 - 18:30. From there, we break down Mooa Orthodontics & Dental Clinic, which is very close to Ssangmun Station; Seoul Smart Dental Clinic, which is repeatedly praised for avoiding unnecessary treatment; S-Dain Dental Clinic, which has the highest total review count at 488; and Apro Dental Clinic, which offers Sunday appointments.
If you are a foreign patient visiting a clinic in Ssangmun-dong, language support varies by clinic, so please confirm it by phone or on the clinic’s booking page before you go. In general, book in advance when possible, and bring your ID, insurance card if applicable, and any previous dental records or X-rays you already have. English-speaking support is something you should verify directly rather than assume.
How We Analyzed These Clinics
- We collected Naver Place visitor reviews, Kakao Map ratings and review counts, and Google Maps ratings and review counts
- We checked publicly available HIRA information for the number of specialists, departments, and equipment
- We compared all of that data clinic by clinic
Seoul Brighten Dental - Kakao rating 5.0, conservative treatment reviews
Starting with the reason it ranks highly, Seoul Brighten Dental has a Kakao rating of 5.0, 416 Kakao reviews, and 17 Google reviews, for 433 total reviews. Naver Place visitor reviews were 0. Reviewers mention satisfaction with treatment that preserved as much of the natural tooth as possible.
"친절 해서 너무 감사합니다" — 1hjk****, 2026년 9월 21일
"치과는 과잉진료,비싸다라는 인식이 있었는데 브리이튼치과는 치아를 최대한 살려서 치료해주셔서 정말 만족스러웠어요ㅠㅠ 감사합니다 원장님 그리고 간호사분들도 너무 친절하게 해주셔서 편하게 치료 받고 갑니다! 치아를 최대한 보존하면서 치료받고 싶은 분들께 강추!!!" — 감귤농장, 2026년 9월 5일
The clinic is listed as 서울브라이튼치과의원 (Seoul Brighten Dental Clinic), and access is given as 168 m from Exit 2 of 14창동역. The phone number is 0507-1322-2879. Hours are Monday 09:30 - 20:30, Tuesday 09:30 - 18:30, and Wednesday 09:30 - 18:30. Amenities listed include booking, separate restrooms for men and women, and parking. The website is https://sbrightendental.com/.
Before visiting, check parking availability, lunch break hours, how first-time appointments are handled, which days offer evening treatment, and whether English-speaking support is available. That information is not confirmed in the data, so please call first.
A practical tip: the reviews mention pediatric care and regular checkups several times, so if you are considering care for a child, it helps to state the purpose of the visit when booking.
For orthodontics specifically, it is hard to judge brace types or before-and-after records from reviews alone. However, because the phrase "treated while preserving the tooth as much as possible" appears repeatedly, it is a good idea to ask directly about extractions, how much tooth reduction is planned, the expected timeline, and the retention plan during an orthodontic consultation.
Mooa Orthodontics & Dental Clinic - 17 m from Ssangmun Station Exit 4
Mooa Orthodontics & Dental Clinic has a Kakao rating of 4.7 and a Google rating of 5.0. With 231 Kakao reviews and 0 Google reviews, the total review count is 231. Naver Place visitor reviews were 0. Several reviews mention orthodontic treatment and retainer checkups.
"중3때부터 다닌 교정치과 ! 늘 친절하게 진료해주시고 교정 당시에도 치아 삭제 최소한으로 빠르게 해주셨어요 동네이 이런 교정맛집이 있어 행복합니당 ㅎ ㅎ" — 여진25, 2026년 9월 23일
"아주.. 오랜 시간을 지나 교정했던 치과에 다시 방문해서 유지장치 점검을 받았어요. 오랜만에 방문했는데도 정말 친절하게 맞아주시고 꼼꼼하게 진료해주셔서 너무 만족스러웠습니다. 궁금했던 부분도 하나하나 자세하게 설명해주셔서 안심하고 진료받을 수 있었어요. 예전에도 만족스러웠는데 오랜 시간이 지나 다시 방문해도 변함없이 친절한 점이 특히 좋았습니다. 교정 후 관리까지 믿고 맡길 수 있는 치과입니다!" — 수영이형님, 2026년 9월 23일
The clinic is listed at 서울 도봉구 도봉로 487 하나제2빌딩 4층, and access is given as 17 m from Exit 4 of 4쌍문역. The phone number is 0507-1376-2833. Hours are Monday 10:30 - 18:30 and Tuesday 14:00 - 21:00. Amenities listed include booking, wireless internet, separate restrooms for men and women, a waiting area, and parking.
Before visiting, check whether it is open on Thursday, Friday, and weekends, parking availability, lunch break hours, and how first-time orthodontic consultations are booked. Please confirm by phone.
A practical tip: being only 17 m from Ssangmun Station Exit 4 makes this a very easy stop by public transportation. Because there are many retainer follow-up reviews, it may be especially useful if you are considering post-orthodontic maintenance visits.
For orthodontics, the reviews mention that treatment was done with minimal tooth reduction and that aftercare can be trusted. Still, the exact extraction plan, appliance type, total cost, retainer cost, and whether treatment is extraction or non-extraction should be confirmed in writing during the first consultation.
Seoul Smart Dental Clinic - 150 m from Ssangmun Station Exit 3, reviews say no unnecessary treatment
Seoul Smart Dental Clinic does not have rating information provided, but it has 46 Kakao reviews and 57 Google reviews, for a total of 103. Naver Place visitor reviews were 0. Reviews repeatedly say that only necessary treatment was recommended, without over-treatment.
"과잉진료 없고 치료도 무섭지 않도록 신속하게 잘해주세요!! 원장님을 비롯해 치위생사선생님들도 다 너무 친절하셔서 치과는 요기로 정착입니당~!~!" — 딸구313, 2026년 7월 7일
"치아가 아파서 방문했는데 원장님도 꼼꼼히 봐주시고 꼭 필요한 치료만 얘기해주셔서 좋았어요 무서웠는데 선생님들 친절하게 대해주셔서 너무 좋았어요" — 윤땁, 2026년 7월 1일
The clinic is listed as 서울스마트치과의원 (Seoul Smart Dental Clinic), and access is given as 150 m from Exit 3 of 4쌍문역. The phone number is 02-998-1100. Hours are Monday 09:30 - 20:30 and Tuesday 09:30 - 18:30. Amenities listed include booking, wireless internet, separate restrooms for men and women, and parking.
Before visiting, check whether it is open on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and weekends, parking availability, lunch break hours, and how orthodontic consultations are booked. Please confirm by phone.
A practical tip: the clinic is within walking distance, at 150 m from Ssangmun Station Exit 3. The reviews suggest transparent cost explanations and no unnecessary treatment, so it is a good place to ask about estimated costs and the scope of treatment early in the first consultation.
For orthodontics, the reviews focus more on scaling, cavities, and gum care than braces. If your goal is orthodontic treatment, ask at the first visit about diagnostic equipment, before-and-after records, and whether the clinician in charge of orthodontics is a specialist.
S-Dain Dental Clinic - 60 m from Suyu Station Exit 4, highest total review count at 488
S-Dain Dental Clinic does not have rating information provided, but it has 471 Kakao reviews and 17 Google reviews, for a total of 488. Naver Place visitor reviews were 0. This is the highest total review count among the five clinics.
"원장 선생님이 꼼꼼하게 진료해주세요" — jaa****, 2026년 9월 16일
"오늘 스케일링 했는데 대기시간 없이 빠르게 받았고 시린이가 몇군데 있었는데 하나도 안아프게 해주셨어요. 다른데 갈때는 시린이 근처만 가도 엄청 떨렸는데 여기는 맘편하게 또 오려구요." — 두드치, 2026년 9월 12일
The clinic is listed at 서울 강북구 도봉로 320 7,8층, and access is given as 60 m from Exit 4 of 4수유역. The phone number is 02-990-0026. Hours are Monday 09:30 - 21:00, Tuesday 09:30 - 18:30, and Wednesday 09:30 - 18:30. Amenities listed include booking, separate restrooms for men and women, wireless internet, easy payment, and parking.
Before visiting, check whether it is open on Thursday, Friday, and weekends, parking availability, lunch break hours, how orthodontic consultations are booked, and which easy-payment methods are accepted. Please confirm by phone.
A practical tip: the 60 m distance from Suyu Station Exit 4 makes it very accessible. The reviews mention quick service with no waiting time, but actual wait times can vary depending on the day and time.
For orthodontics, one review says, "I came back after a long time since my orthodontic treatment." That suggests some orthodontic follow-up history, but the treatment start date, appliance type, and whether the orthodontist is a specialist are not confirmed in the data, so ask directly at the consultation.
Apro Dental Clinic - 126 m from Changdong Station Exit 1, Sunday appointments
Apro Dental Clinic has a Kakao rating of 4.2 and a Google rating of 5.0. With 242 Kakao reviews and 7 Google reviews, the total review count is 249. Naver Place visitor reviews were 0. The reviews include orthodontic consultations, crowns, and regular implant checkups.
"아이교정알아보려고 창동에 치과만3군데 상담받고 바로여기서 결제했습니다 교정전문선생님께서 무척 꼼꼼히 봐주시고 교정으로 기대할수있는것 없는것 최대한 사실적으로 상담해주셔서 바로 결정했습니다 쾌적한병원에 선생님과 간호사분들 모두 다 너무친절하시고 최고에요 9월까지 교정이벤트" — 정주리75, 2026년 9월 23일
"교정, 충치, 임플란트 이곳에서 다 하려고 내원했는데 치과가 넓고 깨끗하고 의사 선생님들이 매우 꼼꼼하고 세심하게 진료 잘봐주시고 치위생사 선생님들도 친절하고 좋습니다!" — 형3413, 2026년 9월 21일
The clinic is listed at 서울 도봉구 마들로13길 61 5층 아프로치과의원, and access is given as 126 m from Exit 1 of 14창동역. The phone number is 0507-1398-2877. Hours are Monday 09:30 - 20:30, Tuesday 09:30 - 18:30, Wednesday 09:30 - 20:30, and Sunday 09:30 - 14:00. Amenities listed include booking, a waiting area, separate restrooms for men and women, and parking.
Before visiting, check whether it is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, parking availability, lunch break hours, and whether Sunday routine checkups can be booked. Please confirm by phone.
A practical tip: Sunday hours are listed separately. If you want to visit on the weekend, check booking availability in advance for the Sunday 09:30 - 14:00 window.
For orthodontics, the phrase "orthodontics specialist" appears in the reviews, but the actual presence of a specialist in charge was not confirmed in the public HIRA data. Please confirm the clinician’s specialist status, appliance type, expected duration, and any event conditions in writing during the consultation.
Comparison at a Glance
Total reviews means the sum of Kakao reviews and Google reviews. Naver Place visitor reviews are 0 for all five clinics.
| Clinic | Naver rating | Kakao rating | Google rating | Total reviews | Specialist | Location | Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seoul Brighten Dental | 0 reviews (no rating) | 5.0 | No rating | 433 reviews (Kakao 416 + Google 17) | No information | 서울브라이튼치과의원 | Kakao 5.0, conservative treatment and pediatric care reviews |
| Mooa Orthodontics & Dental Clinic | 0 reviews (no rating) | 4.7 | 5.0 | 231 reviews (Kakao 231 + Google 0) | No information | 서울 도봉구 도봉로 487 하나제2빌딩 4층 | 17 m from Ssangmun Station Exit 4, many retainer follow-up reviews |
| Seoul Smart Dental Clinic | 0 reviews (no rating) | No information | No rating | 103 reviews (Kakao 46 + Google 57) | No information | 서울스마트치과의원 | 150 m from Ssangmun Station Exit 3, repeated reviews about no over-treatment |
| S-Dain Dental Clinic | 0 reviews (no rating) | No information | No rating | 488 reviews (Kakao 471 + Google 17) | No information | 서울 강북구 도봉로 320 7,8층 | 60 m from Suyu Station Exit 4, highest total review count at 488 |
| Apro Dental Clinic | 0 reviews (no rating) | 4.2 | 5.0 | 249 reviews (Kakao 242 + Google 7) | No information | 서울 도봉구 마들로13길 61 5층 | 126 m from Changdong Station Exit 1, Sunday appointments |
Orthodontic Clinic Selection Checklist
- Pre- and post-orthodontic records — Check whether the clinic explains oral scans, X-rays, the need for extraction, and the expected timeline in writing.
- Who handles orthodontics — Confirm the specialist status and orthodontic experience of the clinician who will make the diagnosis.
- Extraction or non-extraction plan — Ask specifically about the need for extraction, how much tooth reduction is planned, and what alternatives exist.
- Total cost and installment options — Confirm the full amount, including appliance fees, extraction, retainers, and follow-up visits.
- Retainer policy — Check the follow-up schedule for retainers and the clinic’s plan for preventing relapse.
- Real reviews and return visits — Prioritize Kakao and Google reviews that mention follow-up visits after treatment is completed.
- Accessibility and hours — Compare the station-exit distance with your own schedule, including evening and weekend availability.
- Signs of over-treatment — Check whether they recommend unnecessary crowns or veneers before diagnosis.
- Emergency response — Find out how to contact the clinic if a bracket comes off, a wire irritates your mouth, or you have pain.
- Written treatment plan — If the explanation is only verbal, ask them to provide it in writing.
Red Flags to Watch For
- Price quoted before diagnosis — This is when a package price is emphasized before any X-ray or oral examination.
- Overstated orthodontic promises — Examples include promises such as "guaranteed non-extraction" or "done in two months," which are not verified.
- No written treatment plan — This is when extraction, appliance type, and total cost are not recorded in writing.
- Lack of consistency in reviews — For example, when a sudden burst of short reviews appears in a specific period, or only one type of treatment is repeatedly mentioned.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I choose an orthodontic dental clinic in Ssangmun-dong based only on ratings?
Ratings and review counts are useful as a first filter. Seoul Brighten Dental, for example, has a Kakao rating of 5.0 with 416 Kakao reviews and 17 Google reviews. But orthodontics is a long-term treatment, so beyond ratings you should also confirm the clinician in charge, the appliance type, and the retainer plan during the consultation.
How is the total of 1,406 Kakao reviews calculated?
It is the simple sum of the Kakao reviews included in this analysis for the five clinics. Adding Seoul Brighten Dental’s 416, Mooa Orthodontics & Dental Clinic’s 231, Seoul Smart Dental Clinic’s 46, S-Dain Dental Clinic’s 471, and Apro Dental Clinic’s 242 gives 1,406.
Which orthodontic clinic is closest to Ssangmun Station?
Based on the access information provided, Mooa Orthodontics & Dental Clinic is 17 m from Exit 4 of Ssangmun Station, and Seoul Smart Dental Clinic is 150 m from Exit 3 of Ssangmun Station.
Why is specialist information not shown?
We checked the public HIRA information in this analysis, but specialist information was listed as no information for all five clinics. To confirm a specific specialist status, you need to contact the clinic directly.
What should I ask before an orthodontic consultation?
Ask for the extraction plan, whether non-extraction is possible, appliance type, total cost, expected treatment time, and the retainer follow-up schedule in writing. Even if a clinic is praised for avoiding over-treatment, the plan can still differ depending on your own teeth.
How can a foreigner check whether English-speaking help is available?
Check by phone or on the booking page before visiting, because language support varies by clinic. The data here does not confirm English-speaking staff at any specific clinic, so it is best to confirm directly and bring your ID, insurance card if applicable, and any previous dental records.
Is Seoul Brighten Dental specialized in orthodontics?
The HIRA specialist information for Seoul Brighten Dental was not provided. The clinic has a Kakao rating of 5.0 and 416 Kakao reviews, but whether it has an orthodontic specialist should be confirmed by phone or during the first consultation.
Final Thoughts
When choosing an orthodontic dental clinic in Ssangmun-dong, look not only at ratings and review counts, but also at distance from the station exit, opening hours, the wording of real reviews, and how retainer care is handled after treatment. This article is based on the data provided, and you should call the clinic to confirm actual treatment availability and costs.
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on public platform reviews and the clinic information provided, and it does not guarantee medical judgment or treatment outcomes. Please confirm all essential details directly with the clinic before visiting.
Last updated: 2026-09-23
