With a survival rate of 98.6%,[1]International Journal of Implant Dentistry Implant success and survival rates… > Results “From a total of 196 patients planned, 185 patients with 271 implants were restored… a cumulative survival rate of 98.6% after 5 years post-loading.” View in Article dental implants are increasingly becoming popular. But, investments of time and cost needed can be demanding. That’s where getting dental implants abroad helps!
Dental Implants abroad can offer maximum benefit to patients who are stuck with even one of the following:
Your dental bill overseas can be as low as 30% of the cost back home. Moreover, if you choose the clinic well, you get similar or even better quality treatment.[4]W.H.O. Measuring Overall Health System Performance for 191 Countries “World Health Organization ranks: Colombia rank: 22; Canada rank: 30; United States rank:37. Full list in PDF” View in Article As for waiting times, appointments are flexible, with some clinics working by the weekends as well.
Wondering how much do dental implants cost abroad? Find the implant cost overseas table below. It presents an approximate price for the popular dental tourism locations:
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Country | Single Implant | All on 4/6/8 |
Bulgaria | $700 | $3,200 – $7,200 |
Cambodia | $1,000 | $8,000 – $12,000 |
Colombia | $700 | $6,300 – $11,500 |
Costa Rica | $750 | $10,000 – $20,000 |
Hungary | $790 | $5,200 – $9,000 |
India | $418 | $4,000 – $8,000 |
Mexico | $790 | $7,000 – $11,200 |
Philippines | $1,000 | $7,500 – $12,000 |
Romania | $600 | $4,700 – $14,000 |
Thailand | $757 | $7,600 – $15,000 |
Turkey | $550 | $2,000 – $7,000 |
Vietnam | $700 | $5,800 – $14,000 |
As seen above, a single implant could cost as low as $418. In the United States, single implant cost ranges b/w $3,000 – $5,000. This is way more than any of the dental tourism locations mentioned above. You can get the same brand of Implant from a qualified, licensed dentist in Mexico for under 800 USD.
Also, All-on-4 abroad could be as low as $3,200. This dental restoration could cost anywhere b/w $20k – $24,000 in the U.S. Even in Australia, the prices are high, even more than the U.S. The cost of All-on-4 implants in Australia ranges b/w 23,000 – 27,000 USD per arch.
Again, while treatment abroad offers 50-70% savings, or even more at times, treatment quality is not compromised. International implant brands such as Nobel Biocare, Zimmer, Straumann are used.
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What’s more? Some clinics abroad even accept insurance, allowing further savings!
Taxes, labor costs, operating costs as well as the cost to build a practice, are all lower in these countries.[5]Expatistan Cost of Living “Cost of living in United States is more expensive than in 80% of countries in the World” View in Article
Dentists in the U.S. are among the highest-paid groups.[6]Nai Buzz 10 Countries With The Highest Dentist Salaries In The World “2. United States Average salary – $172,000” View in Article This adds to the treatment cost for the patient.
The same implant from a particular brand does not cost the same worldwide.[7]Investopedia Why The Same Goods Have Different Prices Around The World “In reality, however, PPP is often violated with some goods selling for more in one place than another, even after accounting for exchange rate differences.” View in Article In fact, it’s cheaper than US at mentioned locations for dental tourism.
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As a cherry on top, you get a vacation to beat any treatment trauma. While healthcare teams work-out different plans to help you with dentists-phobia, locations are tourist-friendly.
You could choose the one close to nature, like Costa-Rica or one filled with diverse cultures, like India. One may also take a road trip to a proximal location like Mexico for Americans.
There are many affordable & quality dental implant options around the world. The best country or location is usually the one that saves money & is nearby.
You will find below twelve popular locations for Dental Implants abroad. Among these, the top four dental tourism destinations, based on popularity among patients are:
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While Mexico, CR, India, and Thailand may be popular already, there are other gems in this field. The following destinations also promise top-notch dentistry for international patients.
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Ideally, a good candidate will be:
But, bone grafting can be performed for those with low bone quality. However, it is not essentially an alternative for all. Your dentist will draw the best treatment plan for you.
Bone grafting: Artificial bone substitute is placed four to eight months before the implant procedure. It allows the graft to heal and increase the bone quality.
Dental implants can also be classified based on their structure:
1. One-piece implants: These are implants that have an inbuilt abutment. The abutment attaches the dental cap to the implant.
2. Two-piece implants: The abutment and implant come in a pair. The abutment has to be attached to the implant and is a separate component.
Under anesthesia, a titanium implant is placed into the bone socket of the missing tooth. The healing process called Osteointegration takes 3 months for the lower jaw and 4-6 months for the upper jaw.
After it has healed, a second surgical procedure is required to uncover the implant, remove the cover screw, and place an abutment and crown on the implant.
Here are some tips for care immediately after your dental surgery:
No medical facility can assure a 100% guaranteed result, back home or abroad. Now how should you trust your dentist abroad? The only solution is, to research well and make the right choice. This is where we come into the picture.
The dental clinics we recommend offer high-quality dentistry. Both, the clinic and dentists have international qualifications.
For example CIDC, Chiang Mai is JCI Accredited.[8] Joint Commission International Bangkok International Dental Center “REF- JCI Accreditation – Ambulatory Care Program – Accredited Since 08 November 2012” View in Article Also, Goodness Dental, an American owned dental facility in Costa Rica has U.S. retired dentists.
Hear what patients have to say about getting implants in Mexico, Thailand, and Costa Rica.
Dental Implants have a success rate of 98.6%.[9]International Journal of Implant Dentistry Implant success and survival rates… > Results “From a total of 196 patients planned, 185 patients with 271 implants were restored… a cumulative survival rate of 98.6% after 5 years post-loading.” View in Article When getting dental implants abroad, one should always research well to expect good results. Check if the dentists are licensed and clinics’ accredited by known international or equivalent national bodies.
Some other factors to consider could be:
The following countries offer the best dental implant treatment. Here you will get low price, high-quality dental implants, with flexible appointments.
Compared to the U.S.A., one can expect 92% savings on a single implant in India. But the overall savings for a patient may vary when travel charges etc. are accounted for.
Many countries offer low-cost dental implants abroad, with avg. savings 50-70%. These include:
Dental implants abroad can be cheaper. In fact, the more expensive procedure you choose, the more you get to save, comparatively. Some of our patients have claimed to save about half the cost even after including travel expenses.
Your dentist will suggest possible options after studying your dental and general health. Among these options as well, you will receive a customized guide to help you decide better. There’s a variety of dental implants available. Such as, based on:
Usually, getting implants take from four to six months. The time includes two visits to the dentist lasting 4 to 7 days. These visits are separated by four to six month’s duration of the healing period
Depending on the patient’s dental and medical health, the healing period may extend up to 12 months.
Surgery for dental implants necessitates the need for anesthesia. However, general anesthesia isn’t needed. Conscious sedation does the trick for dental work. Thus, you stay awake and get a painless dental treatment.
Yes, you can get implants in the same day. These are known as Immediate Load Implants and Teeth in a Day. Another common name is Same-day Implants, famous among dental tourists.
Medical Tourism Corporation facilitates affordable dental implants at many international locations, including Costa Rica, Mexico, India, Thailand, Colombia, Vietnam, and El Salvador. Contact us for free pricing.
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