What is Dental Tourism, and Why Should You Avoid It?

Dental tourism revolves around individuals travelling to foreign countries to seek lower-cost dental care, combining it with the tourist experience. Dental tourism is growing worldwide due to connectivity and the competitive market. Therefore, as individuals seek adventure and visit other countries, they get dental care from the country they are visiting.

Why is dental cost lower in other countries? Dental costs can be lower in other countries due to lower labour and real estate cost. Hence dentists and other dental professionals in your destination can afford a lower price than your country while providing the same quality of dental work.

Why Should You Avoid It?

Dental tourism can look attractive due to its lower cost, especially for extensive procedures. However, it has possible risks, especially when it comes to the material being used and the experience of the dentists. Therefore, ensure you research the clinic when you decide to have your dental care in a foreign country.

Complications

Many individuals who go to foreign countries for oral treatment want more advanced procedures that come at a higher cost in their country. However, there is a possibility that the advanced procedures can lead to complications. If the complications arise when you are back home, returning to the clinic that offered the procedure will not be easy.

Fine-tuning

Some oral procedures such as dental implants, veneers and bridges require repeated checkups and many adjustments. When the dentist is in a foreign country, it won't be easy to consult them.

Different standards and approaches

Different countries have different concepts of cosmetic dental care. For example, white and even teeth are considered attractive in some countries, while the natural smile is preferred in others. Also, countries have different standards of cross infection control.

Don’t go to another country if you want to undergo the All-on-4® procedure. Instead, come to Next Smile™ Sydney. Our dental professionals will help you every step of the way and make the process as seamless as possible. Visit our website or contact us for more information.