Updated November 2026 We have replaced the old list and price table with English-speaking dental practices from the UK government’s most recent list of medical facilities in Iran, updated in June 2025.
Finding an English-speaking dentist in Tehran is easier than many newcomers expect. A large number of the city’s dentists trained or worked abroad, private clinics in north Tehran regularly treat foreign patients, and standards at the better practices are high, while fees are usually well below what you would pay in Europe or North America. The practices below are a good place to start.
English-speaking dental clinics in Tehran
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) publishes a list of medical facilities in Iran for British nationals. Its most recent version includes these four dental practices in Tehran, all of which have appeared on earlier editions of the list as offering English-speaking care:
- Tehran Dentists: Medical Building No. 241, 3rd floor, Unit 11, Lavasani Avenue, Farmanieh. This is the same building and unit as the Tehran Smile practice in our original guide, which has treated expatriate patients for many years and whose lead dentist has practised in the UK.
- Fara Dental Clinic: Unit 1, No. 25, Fana Khosrow Street, close to Tajrish Square. Earlier FCDO lists noted English-speaking staff and a dentist with UK experience.
- 4eversmiles Dental Clinic: Unit 2, No. 2, Taleghani Alley, Shariati Avenue, just before Sadr Bridge. The clinic’s teams have been described as fluent in English.
- Dr Behnam Dental Clinic: Unit 13, 4th floor, No. 200, Zafar Avenue, between Takharestan and North Naft streets. The dentist and staff speak English.
Inclusion on the FCDO list is not an endorsement or a recommendation, and the list is not exhaustive. Always contact a clinic yourself before booking, to confirm it is still operating and that the dentist you will see speaks English.
How to find a good dentist in Tehran
- Ask around. Personal recommendations from colleagues, other expatriates or Iranian friends are still the most reliable way to find a dentist you will trust.
- Look at the area. North Tehran neighbourhoods such as Farmanieh, Tajrish, Zafar and the Shariati corridor have a high concentration of private clinics used to foreign patients.
- Check qualifications. Many dentists display their training and memberships in the waiting room or on their websites. Do not hesitate to ask where they studied.
- Book directly. Most clinics take appointments by phone or messaging apps. Evening appointments are common, and many practices are closed on Fridays.
Costs and payment
Dental treatment in Tehran is typically far cheaper than in the UK or US, which is why Iran has a sizeable dental tourism industry. Prices change quickly with inflation and the exchange rate, so we no longer publish a fee table. Ask for a written estimate before any major work such as implants, crowns or veneers, and confirm whether the clinic expects payment in rials by bank card or in cash. Our Iran prices page tracks the rial and everyday costs.
Foreign bank cards do not work in Iran, so visitors usually pay in cash or with a local tourist card. All the practices above are private, and you will need to pay for treatment yourself. If you have international health insurance, check before treatment whether it covers dental work in Iran and what paperwork the insurer needs.
Dental emergencies
For a broken tooth or severe pain out of hours, call your usual clinic first, as many dentists give patients a mobile number. Otherwise, larger private hospitals in north Tehran can refer you to an on-call dentist. Learning a few health-related words in Persian will make these situations much less stressful.
Learn the Persian: keep our emergencies and health phrasebook handy, and learn the Persian vocabulary for the body and health before your appointment.
