ALBA dental clinic

Total reviews: 345
Ikebukuro Station (Marunouchi Line) — 3 min walk
  • Orthodontics and general dentistry combined
  • Near central Tokyo
  • ALBA Dental sits on the ground floor of the Orix Ikebukuro Building, a one-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station’s east exit. They cover general dentistry and orthodontics, so if you’re thinking about braces or Invisalign alongside routine cleanings, this is a one-stop shop. The website has some English-language content, which suggests they’re at least aware that non-Japanese patients exist — but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent English conversation with reception. Bring a translation app or a Japanese-speaking friend if your Japanese is minimal. That said, Ikebukuro is a busy, internationally mixed neighborhood, so staff here likely have more experience with foreign patients than a suburban clinic would. Orthodontic cases are a real focus, not an afterthought.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients tend to mention the convenient location as a genuine plus — being steps from Ikebukuro east exit makes it easy to fit in before or after work. The orthodontic consultations get decent marks for being thorough. Wait times appear reasonable for a busy urban clinic. The vibe is professional and efficient rather than warm and chatty. No major red flags in feedback patterns.

    English Language Proficiency

    The clinic has English content on its website, which is a good sign, but there's no confirmed report of English-fluent staff at reception or chairside. You may get by with gestures and a translation app for simple visits. For complex treatment decisions — orthodontic planning, extractions, anything with real consequences — bring someone who can translate or prepare written questions in Japanese beforehand. Don't assume the website English means the clinic English.

    Contact & Location

    • https://alba-dental.com/ikebukuro/
    • 東京都豊島区南池袋一丁目19番6号オリックス池袋ビル1階1号室
    • Ikebukuro Station (Marunouchi Line) — 3 min walk
    Monday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Tuesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Wednesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Thursday Closed
    Friday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Saturday 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Sunday Closed

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