Key Results First
In the provided data, the clinics with the highest Kakao Map ratings are 브라이트치과의원 (Bright Dental Clinic) and 써밋치과의원 (Summit Dental Clinic), both at 5.0. Bright Dental Clinic has 97 Naver reviews and 1 Kakao review, while Summit Dental Clinic has 148 Naver reviews and 7 Kakao reviews. The clinic with the most Naver reviews is 글로벌치과의원 (Global Dental Clinic) with 158, plus 9 Kakao reviews. The average Kakao Map rating across the five selected clinics is 4.7. Ratings and reviews do not guarantee treatment outcomes, so check location, hours, and the care experience you personally value before choosing.
If you are a foreign resident or medical tourist looking for an English-speaking dentist in Yongsan-gu, the practical first step is to confirm language support directly with each clinic, since it varies by clinic and is not listed in the source data. Call or check the clinic's booking page before visiting to ask whether English consultation is available, how appointments are made, and whether you can book by phone or online. Bring your passport or ARC, any prior dental records or X-rays you have, a list of medications, and your payment method; also confirm accepted cards and parking conditions in advance.
How We Analyzed the Data
We collected Naver Place visitor reviews and Kakao Map and Google Map ratings and review counts. From publicly available Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service (HIRA) information, we checked specialist counts, treatment specialties, and equipment. We compared the collected data clinic by clinic. The review counts and ratings below follow the provided per-clinic data, and quoted reviews reproduce the original text, reviewer name, and date as written.
Detailed Clinic Analysis
서울일미치과의원 (Seoul Ilmi Dental Clinic) - Close to Namyeong Station Exit
서울일미치과의원 has 95 Naver reviews and 1 Kakao review, with a provided Kakao rating of 4.2 and a Google rating of 3.7. Reviews describe entering right after booking, thorough examinations, and friendly service. Reviews are individual experiences, however, so the process or results may not be the same for every visitor. Use the ratings and review counts as reference, but explain your symptoms and needed treatment first and get a consultation.
“After booking a scaling and checkup, I went in right away with no wait. I've been coming here since I was little ” (나나 9996, November 9, 2026)
“I've been going for about 5 years, and this is a clinic that says let's watch early cavities rather than treat them immediately. Thank you.” (나는누구94, October 23, 2026)
Location: 서울일미치과의원. 165m from Namyeong Station Exit 1. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 09:30 - 18:00, and Saturday 10:00 - 14:00. The provided hours do not include Sunday information.
Before visiting, confirm parking conditions, how to book, and lunch hours by phone at 02-718-2804. Listed amenities include reservations, Wi-Fi, separate men's and women's restrooms, and parking. Practical tip: when booking a scaling or checkup, confirm the specific treatment and your preferred time together, and prepare your dental questions in advance so you can compare what you are told.
시카고치과의원 (Chicago Dental Clinic) - Reviews on Prosthetics and Implants
시카고치과의원 has 50 Naver reviews and 5 Kakao reviews, with a Kakao rating of 4.4. The provided reviews cover prosthetic and implant treatment, repair of a broken tooth, and regular checkups and scaling. One reviewer wrote that they received a crown to save the tooth, but that is that person's experience and does not mean the same treatment applies to other patients. It is important to confirm the treatment plan and options during consultation.
“I broke a tooth while eating and visited urgently. I had been going for orthodontic treatment, but I called and came in for this sudden problem, and they were kind and treated me without pain! I almost needed an implant, but they saved the remaining tooth and did a crown. The director seems skilled at anesthesia too—it didn't hurt at all!! Thank you ” (arrreum, December 12, 2024)
“I visited for a regular checkup and scaling~ The director and the staff always explain things kindly, which I like ^^ They do scaling thoroughly as well.” (릴릴리87, June 5, 2024)
Location: 3F, 65-1 Dokseodang-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul. 594m from Gyeongui-Jungang Line Hannam Station Exit 1. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Friday 09:30 - 18:30, Thursday 09:30 - 20:00, and Saturday 09:30 - 14:00. The provided hours do not include Wednesday or Sunday information.
Confirm wait times, parking and valet parking conditions, how to book, and lunch hours by phone at 02-795-1500. Listed amenities include reservations, separate men's and women's restrooms, Wi-Fi, simple payment, parking, and valet parking. Practical tip: if you want a prosthetic or implant consultation, organize the areas that bother you and your prior treatment history, and ask about possible treatment options and each plan during the consultation.
브라이트치과의원 (Bright Dental Clinic) - Kakao Rating 5.0, Reviews Praising Thorough Explanations
브라이트치과의원 has 97 Naver reviews and 1 Kakao review, with a Kakao rating of 5.0 and a Google rating of 4.7. Reviews repeatedly mention friendly service, explanations of treatment, and scaling experiences. One review says the clinic explained only what was needed without overtreatment, but that is the reviewer's assessment. Each person's treatment needs and plan should be confirmed in a direct consultation. There is also a review from an overseas visitor who says they received explanations in English, but confirm language support by phone before visiting.
“I came to Bright Dental through a friend's introduction. The clean lobby and treatment areas, the kind staff, and the very thorough examination—they even planned treatment for cavities and gums I didn't know about, without overtreatment~!! They also did my scaling neatly. Thank you~ ” (나는지금이, July 27, 2026)
“The director and all the staff were so kind that I felt at ease throughout the treatment. In particular, they explained only what was truly necessary about my dental condition in an easy-to-understand way, without overtreatment, which made me trust them. I was very, very satisfied. I'll visit again. ” (뚱수29, June 15, 2026)
Location: 5F Namhan Building, 59 Hannam-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul. 594m from Gyeongui-Jungang Line Hannam Station Exit 1. Hours are Monday through Friday 09:30 - 18:30, and Saturday 09:30 - 14:00. The provided hours do not include Sunday information.
Confirm parking conditions, how to book, lunch hours, and whether English consultation is available by phone at 02-797-0015. Listed amenities include reservations, Wi-Fi, separate men's and women's restrooms, a waiting area, and parking. Practical tip: in the consultation, ask questions until you understand which areas need treatment, why, and what the plan is, and compare the explanation with your own criteria.
글로벌치과의원 (Global Dental Clinic) - Near Noksapyeong Station, Reviews on Explanations and Service
글로벌치과의원 has 158 Naver reviews, the most Naver reviews among the five. It has 9 Kakao reviews, a Kakao rating of 4.7, and a Google rating of 4.5. The provided reviews describe friendly guidance, detailed explanations, and a clean interior. Some reviews mention receiving explanations about implants, but reviews alone cannot determine treatment suitability or outcomes. If you are considering treatment, ask for the examination findings and treatment plan to be explained to you directly.
“Global Dental, booking, wait time under 10 minutes. It was my first time at this clinic, and the nurse and doctor were so kind. They treated me quickly even though I'm timid, and explained implants kindly too. If I can prepare the cost, this is the clinic where I'd like to get implant treatment. I'm going to the dentist again tomorrow because another area hurts. I'm less scared now and it's a clinic I trust, so I told people I know.” (thr****, February 4, 2026)
“Global Dental, booking, wait time after booking under 10 minutes. Everyone was kind and explained things in detail. It's far from home, but worth making the time to go.” (ji****, October 11, 2025)
Location: 3F, 142-1 Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul. 311m from Noksapyeong Station Exit 3. Hours are Monday through Friday 10:00 - 19:00, and Saturday 10:00 - 14:00. The provided hours do not include Sunday information.
Confirm parking conditions, how to book, lunch hours, and any treatment questions by phone at 02-797-1771. Listed amenities include parking, Wi-Fi, reservations, and separate men's and women's restrooms. Practical tip: when you receive explanations about implants or other treatment, ask about your examination results, the treatment stages, and the next visit schedule, and confirm the details.
써밋치과의원 (Summit Dental Clinic) - Kakao and Google Ratings 5.0, Sunday Hours Listed
써밋치과의원 has 148 Naver reviews and 7 Kakao reviews, with both Kakao and Google ratings at 5.0. The provided reviews mention friendly service, detailed explanations, and experiences with scaling and the facilities. One reviewer wrote that they were contacted for a checkup six months later, but that is that visitor's experience, so confirm the contact policy and method with the clinic. Review ratings reflect individual experiences and do not guarantee treatment outcomes.
“I first visited for scaling, then came back because this is the most thorough and kind place near Yongsan and Sinyongsan!! The director and the other staff are all kind, so even though it's a dental clinic, I always leave feeling comfortable haha. The facilities are really clean and pleasant, different from other dental clinics. Really recommend :) They said they'd contact me for a checkup in six months, so I'll visit again then.” (98754, October 2, 2026)
“I go regularly because it's close to my company, and the doctor and nurses are all really kind and treat me carefully!!! I've had dental trauma since childhood (ㅠㅠ), but this is the most comfortable and reassuring dental clinic I've been to in my life haha. My office is moving soon, but I think I'll keep coming to this dental clinic!!” (dear my blue, September 17, 2026)
Location: 2F Yongsan Hoban Summit Edition, 66 Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul. 297m from Sinyongsan Station Exit 2. Hours are Monday 09:30 - 20:00, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 09:30 - 18:30, Wednesday 14:00 - 20:00, and Saturday and Sunday 10:00 - 14:00.
Confirm Sunday availability, same-day booking, parking conditions, and lunch hours by phone at 02-790-2879. Listed amenities include reservations, Wi-Fi, separate men's and women's restrooms, a waiting area, simple payment, and parking. Practical tip: if you want an evening weekday or weekend visit, confirm the listed hours and actual bookable times by phone before setting your schedule.
At-a-Glance Comparison
| Clinic | Naver Rating | Kakao Rating | Google Rating | Total Reviews | Specialists | Location | Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 서울일미치과의원 (Seoul Ilmi Dental Clinic) | Not provided | 4.2 | 3.7 | 96 (Naver 95 + Kakao 1) | — | 165m from Namyeong Station Exit 1 | Reviews on booking and checkups |
| 시카고치과의원 (Chicago Dental Clinic) | Not provided | 4.4 | Not provided | 55 (Naver 50 + Kakao 5) | — | 594m from Gyeongui-Jungang Line Hannam Station Exit 1 | Reviews on prosthetics and implants |
| 브라이트치과의원 (Bright Dental Clinic) | Not provided | 5 | 4.7 | 98 (Naver 97 + Kakao 1) | — | 594m from Gyeongui-Jungang Line Hannam Station Exit 1 | Reviews on kind explanations and scaling |
| 글로벌치과의원 (Global Dental Clinic) | Not provided | 4.7 | 4.5 | 167 (Naver 158 + Kakao 9) | — | 311m from Noksapyeong Station Exit 3 | Most Naver reviews among the five |
| 써밋치과의원 (Summit Dental Clinic) | Not provided | 5 | 5 | 155 (Naver 148 + Kakao 7) | — | 297m from Sinyongsan Station Exit 2 | Weekend hours listed |
Total reviews are the sum of each clinic's Naver review count and Kakao review count. Google review counts are provided as 0 for all five clinics, so they are not included in the totals. Naver ratings are not provided in the source data and are therefore not listed. Specialist counts are not provided in the per-clinic data, so no values are entered in the comparison table.
Dental Clinic Selection Checklist
- Hours — Check whether your preferred day and time are included in each clinic's provided hours.
- Location — Compare the provided address and distance from the station exit with your route.
- Purpose of visit — Tell the clinic before booking whether you need a checkup, scaling, prosthetics, or other care, and confirm that the service is available.
- Treatment explanation — Ask questions during the consultation so you understand your current condition and the treatment plan.
- Treatment options — If treatment is recommended, ask what options are available and how the plans differ.
- Booking and waiting — Confirm how to book and the expected wait time by phone.
- Parking — Confirm whether parking is available and under what conditions by phone.
- Lunch hours — The source data does not include lunch hours, so confirm by phone before visiting.
- Language support — If you need consultation in another language, confirm availability by phone. Language support varies by clinic and is not guaranteed by the source data.
Warning Signs to Watch For
- You do not understand the treatment explanation — Ask again why treatment is needed and what the plan is, confirm what you understood, and then decide.
- You have not confirmed the treatment options — Ask during the consultation what options exist and what each plan includes.
- You have not confirmed costs or treatment scope — No actual cost data was collected, so ask the clinic about costs and what is included before deciding on treatment.
- Visit conditions such as booking or parking are unclear — For anything the provided data cannot confirm, call before visiting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I look at first when choosing a dental clinic in Yongsan-gu?
This data lets you compare each clinic's ratings, review counts, experiences described in reviews, address, and hours. It is not a ranking that guarantees individual treatment outcomes, so consider your purpose for visiting, travel convenience, and what you need to confirm in consultation.
Which dental clinic in Yongsan-gu has the most reviews?
Based on the provided Naver reviews, 글로벌치과의원 has the most with 158. Adding its 9 Kakao reviews gives a combined total of 167 across the two platforms. This is a sum of review counts by platform.
Which clinic has the highest Kakao Map rating?
브라이트치과의원 and 써밋치과의원 each have a Kakao rating of 5.0. The average Kakao Map rating across the five selected clinics in the provided data is 4.7.
Are there clinics open on weekends?
All five clinics list Saturday hours in the provided data. 써밋치과의원 also lists Sunday 10:00 - 14:00. Before visiting, confirm actual availability and bookable times by phone.
Can I compare clinics by the number of specialists?
The provided per-clinic data does not list specialist counts, so this article does not compare specialist numbers between clinics.
Where can I check parking or lunch hours?
The provided data does not include specific parking conditions or lunch hours. Call the clinic you plan to visit to confirm.
Is there an English-speaking dentist in Yongsan-gu, and how do I confirm language support?
The source data does not state which clinics offer English-speaking staff or international patient services. Rather than assume, call the clinic or check its booking page and ask directly whether English consultation is available, how appointments are made, and what payment methods are accepted. One review at 브라이트치과의원 mentions receiving explanations in English, but this is a single reviewer's experience and should be confirmed with the clinic before you visit.
Final Thoughts
When choosing a dental clinic in Yongsan-gu, do not decide based on ratings or review counts alone. Compare your treatment purpose, location, and hours first, and confirm what you need directly with the clinic. This article summarizes the provided Naver Place visitor reviews, Kakao Map and Google Map ratings and review counts, and publicly available HIRA information, and it does not guarantee treatment or outcomes. Reviews are individual experiences, and actual treatment and plans should be confirmed through consultation with the medical staff.
Last updated: 2026-11-10
