Many international residents and expats in Gran Alacant, Santa Pola, and surrounding areas postpone visiting the dentist because they’re uncertain about costs, don’t know what to expect, or worry about language barriers. At 123 For a Smile, we eliminate all these concerns by offering your first dental consultation completely free with full service in English and French.
This free first visit includes complete examination, digital X-ray, 3D CT scan if needed (the only clinic in the area with this technology), personalized treatment plan explained clearly in your language, and transparent quote with no hidden costs or surprises.
What’s included in your free first visit
Your complimentary first consultation at our Gran Alacant dental clinic includes comprehensive examination of your teeth, gums and bite performed by Dr. Alicia Antón with over 13 years experience, digital panoramic X-ray included at no additional cost providing complete view of your dental situation, early detection of cavities, gum disease or any oral pathology, 3D dental CT scan if your case requires it for precise diagnosis (unique technology in Gran Alacant area), personalized treatment plan explained clearly step-by-step in English or French, detailed and transparent quote showing exactly what each treatment costs with no hidden fees, and absolutely no obligation to proceed with any treatment.
This consultation takes approximately 30-40 minutes. Our goal is for you to know exactly the state of your dental health, understand what options you have, and feel comfortable with our team before making any decisions.
Why choose an English-speaking dentist in Gran Alacant
Choosing an English-speaking dentist is crucial because accurate communication in dentistry directly affects diagnosis quality and treatment success. When describing dental pain, every detail matters: what type of pain (sharp, dull, throbbing), when it appears (morning, night, eating), how long it lasts, what triggers it (hot, cold, sweet, pressure), and these nuances get completely lost with automatic translators or family members trying to help interpret.
In complex treatments like dental implants, orthodontics or full mouth rehabilitations, you need to understand perfectly each step of the treatment plan, realistic expectations of results, post-operative care instructions, potential complications to watch for, and follow-up schedule. Misunderstanding any of these due to language barriers can compromise your treatment outcome.
At 123 For a Smile, our team provides complete dental care in fluent English and French. Every consultation, explanation, consent form, and post-treatment instruction is delivered in your native language with the precision and clarity you deserve.
Our English-speaking dental team
Our dental team in Gran Alacant includes Dr. Alicia Antón, lead dentist with 13+ years experience treating international patients fluently in Spanish, English and French, specialized in dental implants, orthodontics and aesthetic dentistry. All our dental hygienists, dental assistants and administrative staff communicate effectively in English ensuring smooth experience from booking appointment to post-treatment follow-up.
We’re not a clinic that «has someone who speaks some English.» English and French are working languages in our practice serving the large international community in Gran Alacant, Santa Pola, Arenales del Sol and El Altet.
Common concerns of international patients
International residents in Gran Alacant area share common concerns when seeking dental care: will they understand my specific problem, can they explain treatment options clearly, will I understand post-operative instructions, can they coordinate with my international insurance, and are they familiar with dental standards from my home country. We address all these concerns naturally through clear communication in your language and extensive experience treating British, French, Dutch, Belgian, Scandinavian and other European patients.
We’re also familiar with international dental insurance policies and can provide detailed invoices and treatment reports in English for your insurance claims.
Services available at our Gran Alacant clinic
We offer comprehensive dental services including preventive dentistry with professional cleaning and check-ups every 6 months, dental implants with 3D CT planning (only clinic in area with this technology), orthodontics including invisible aligners and aesthetic brackets, aesthetic dentistry with teeth whitening, veneers and smile design, restorative dentistry with fillings, crowns and bridges, periodontics for gum disease treatment, endodontics (root canal treatment), oral surgery including wisdom teeth extraction, and emergency dental care with same-day appointments when possible.
Every service is explained clearly in English with written information you can take home and review at your own pace.
Our unique technology: 3D dental CT scanner
We’re the only dental clinic in Gran Alacant, Santa Pola, Arenales del Sol and El Altet with our own 3D dental CT scanner in our facilities. This advanced technology provides immediate diagnosis in 2 minutes without traveling to radiological centers in Alicante or Elche, shows precisely available bone for dental implants, detects cavities, infections or problems invisible in regular X-rays, allows precise planning of complex treatments, and uses 90% less radiation than medical CT scanners making it completely safe.
For international patients, this means maximum convenience: you come once to our Gran Alacant clinic, we do the 3D CT scan, plan your treatment and provide complete information all in one visit. No multiple trips, no waiting days for results from external centers.
Location and accessibility from Santa Pola
Our dental clinic is strategically located in Gran Alacant, just 10 minutes by car from Santa Pola via the CV-865 road. Free parking is available directly at the clinic entrance. We’re easily accessible from Arenales del Sol (7 minutes), El Altet (12 minutes), and Alicante airport (15 minutes).
Many of our international patients live in Santa Pola and surrounding coastal areas. The short drive to Gran Alacant is worth it for specialized care in your language with advanced technology not available elsewhere locally.
What to expect in your first visit
Your first free visit follows this process: arrive 10 minutes early to complete a brief medical history form in English, meet Dr. Alicia Antón who will conduct your examination explaining everything as she goes, digital X-ray taken if you consent (included in free visit), discussion of findings in clear English answering all your questions, if needed and relevant, 3D CT scan to provide complete diagnosis, personalized treatment plan proposed with all options explained, detailed written quote provided showing costs transparently, and opportunity to book follow-up appointments if you decide to proceed.
There is absolutely no pressure to accept any treatment. You take the written treatment plan and quote home, discuss with your family, research if you wish, and contact us when ready. The free first visit is about information and building trust, not selling treatments.
