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Dr. Carolina Macareno
Dr. Carolina Macareno is a dentist specializing in Oral Rehabilitation, Aesthetics, and Implant Dentistry, with 17 years of clinical experience and more than 3,500 patients treated successfully at her private practice in El Poblado, Medellín. Her work focuses on complex rehabilitation cases, including single implants, All-on-4 and All-on-6, zygomatic and subperiosteal implants for severe bone loss, screw-retained fixed prostheses, and ceramic smile design. Every case is planned digitally in 3D before treatment begins.
Treatments and Procedures
Featured Services
Complex oral rehabilitation, dental implant, and cosmetic dentistry treatments supported by digital diagnosis and personalized planning.
Dental Implants
Replacement of one, several, or all missing teeth with titanium or zirconia implants and definitive crowns. Planning uses tomography and intraoral 3D scanning, with Straumann Group implant systems. Prices start at COP $3,000,000; bone regeneration or sinus lift procedures may have an additional cost.
All-on-4 and All-on-6
Full-arch rehabilitation with four or six implants and a screw-retained fixed prosthesis for patients with total tooth loss or removable dentures. Treatment includes surgery, conventional implants, a definitive fixed prosthesis, and prior digital planning. All-on-4 starts at COP $30,000,000 per arch, depending on the case, implant system, and prosthetic material.
Smile Design
A personalized smile design with prior digital simulation. Options include direct composite resin, injected or milled resin, and lithium-disilicate ceramic veneers. Ten veneers range from COP $5,000,000 to COP $20,000,000, depending on the material.
Full-Mouth Oral Rehabilitation
Comprehensive care for complex cases involving missing teeth, wear, fractures, or failed previous dental work. Function and aesthetics are addressed in one digitally planned treatment plan, starting at COP $10,000,000 according to complexity and materials.
Advanced Implant Rehabilitation
Options for severe bone loss include zygomatic implants with a fixed zirconia prosthesis, subperiosteal implants, overdentures supported by two implants, bone grafting, and maxillary sinus lifts.
Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry
Zirconia crowns, root canal treatment with post and crown, ceramic and resin veneers, and professional teeth whitening, selected according to the patient's diagnosis and long-term goals.
Specialist Training in Oral Rehabilitation, Implant Dentistry, and Aesthetics
Education and Degrees
Dr. Carolina Macareno combines dental and oral rehabilitation degrees with advanced training in implant dentistry, dental aesthetics, and healthcare auditing in Colombia, Brazil, and the United States.
Universidad El Bosque, Bogotá, Colombia
Dentist, 2002
Universidad CES, Medellín, Colombia
Specialist in Oral Rehabilitation, 2009
FACOP, Brazil
Advanced Training in Implant Dentistry
Advanced Training in Implants and NeoArch Rehabilitation for Edentulous Patients, June 2026
New York University, United States
Training in Dental Aesthetics
Corporación Universitaria del Caribe (CECAR), Colombia
Postgraduate Degree in Healthcare Auditing, 2005
Experience
Career and Professional Experience
Over 17 years of clinical practice, Dr. Carolina Macareno has treated more than 3,500 patients. About 40% of her patients travel from abroad, including the United States, Puerto Rico, Panama, Spain, and Chile. She provides care in Spanish and English and has earned a 5.0 rating across Google and Doctoralia with more than 70 verified reviews combined.
Oral Rehabilitation Specialist and Practice Director
Dr. Carolina Macareno Private Practice
Private practice in El Poblado, Medellín, focused on complex oral rehabilitation, implant dentistry, and cosmetic dentistry.
Oral Rehabilitation Specialist
Promta, Cooperativa de Odontólogos de Antioquia, and Clínica Las Américas
Previous clinical experience in oral rehabilitation alongside her private practice.
The Power of Your Smile
Author
Book written by Dr. Carolina Macareno about the value and impact of a healthy smile.
Why Choose Dr. Carolina Macareno?
Digital Planning, Personal Care, and Clear Information
Each treatment begins with diagnosis and digital planning. Patients receive clear alternatives, materials, timing, and written pricing before deciding.
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Plan before treatment
3D Digital Planning
Intraoral 3D scanning, tomography-based surgical planning, and digital smile simulation improve precision, function, aesthetics, and predictability before treatment begins.
One coordinated treatment plan
Personalized Care
Dr. Macareno personally accompanies each case from diagnosis through completion. When surgery is required, she or the team's maxillofacial surgeon performs it according to the initial plan.
A licensed dental practice
Safety and Quality
The practice follows Colombian biosafety standards, including autoclave sterilization, individually packaged instruments, disposable barriers, and surface disinfection. It is registered under REPS code 0500111814.
Frequently Asked Questions
Practical information about costs, appointments, international patient care, evaluations, and payment methods.
How much do dental implants cost with Dr. Carolina Macareno in Medellín?
A single dental implant starts at COP $3,000,000. If the case requires bone regeneration or a maxillary sinus lift, that procedure has an additional cost. The exact amount is determined after the clinical evaluation and provided in writing.
Does Dr. Carolina Macareno treat international patients?
Yes. The process starts with a free 30-minute video consultation before travel. The team reviews the case, estimates the scope of treatment, prepares a written quote, and then defines the schedule and length of stay in Medellín. Appointments are reserved to concentrate treatment during the visit, with follow-up via WhatsApp.
How can I book an appointment?
Care is by appointment only. The fastest option is WhatsApp at +57 316 397 5232. You may also use the contact form at dracarolinamacareno.com/contacto. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Colombia time (COT/UTC-5).
What does the first evaluation include?
The COP $150,000 in-person evaluation includes medical history, review of radiographs, intraoral 3D scanning, planning and digital simulation, diagnosis, and a written quote. The COP $350,000 option also includes a complete dental cleaning. Diagnostic images are not included; existing images may be used, or the doctor will issue an order for the neighboring radiology center.
What payment methods are accepted?
The practice accepts cash, credit cards, debit cards, PSE, and national or international bank transfers.
Restoring Function and Aesthetics
Care Philosophy
A smile is rehabilitated through diagnosis, planning, and durable materials for successful long-term results. Every patient should understand the diagnosis, available options, materials, and written cost before treatment, and feel calm, informed, and confident throughout the process.
+57 316 397 5232
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Phone
+57 316 397 5232 · 604 408 3280
Office 1
Cra. 25 #1A Sur-155, Edificio Platinum Superior, Medellín, Consultorio 1353