DENTAL TOURISM TRENDS - FAQ's & STATS - 2016 Updated Repost by International Medical Tourism Journal

Dental Tourism Trends in 2016
By the International Medical Tourism Journal ~

Here's a study about the growing dental tourism industry, dental tourism prices, the increase in both demand and supply and how providers will need to differentiate their offering to remain competitive. -ed

Dental tourism (Also know as dental holidays or dental vacations) has become a booming industry, where every dentist fights for his reputation and wants to be among the first options for the travelling patient.

But how easy is it and what does it take to be a competitive player in such an unpredictable industry? With increasing awareness of the potential of the dental tourism, more and more dental clinics are trying to get into the business of attracting foreign patients.

But unfortunately most are relying on the same message…. “We are the best dentists, we provide the best dental services, in the most beautiful location, and offer dental services at X% less compared to country Y prices for the same services.”

Patient choice in dental tourism

…How can the patient choose among the sea of dentists?

…What are the criteria used in finding the best dentist?

…How far will a patient be willing to travel for a dental crown or an implant?
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DENTAL TOURISM - Your Dental Vacation in The Philippines or Thailand

Thailand and Philippines Dental Holidays Checklist

By The Board Certified Asia Dentist Association

El Nido, Palawan

If your Sydney cosmetic dentist or Brisbane dental implant specialist is over-the-top on prices for you and even a Cabo San lucas dentist seems pricey - consider a dental holiday in Asia. Bangkok and Manila dentist prices are even less than Mexican dentist prices!

Here’s the the Board Certified Asia Dentist Association’s recommendations for patients considering a Bangkok or Manila dental vacation or dental holiday.

1. Get a price quote before taking off on an dental holiday in Asia - email a copy of your home dentist’s treatment plan, x-rays or panoramic x-ray (if available) to the dentist in Asia. Many dentists will give online estimates subject to a clinical exam.

Digital pictures of your teeth are almost as good as an in-the-chair exam. If none of the foregoing items are possible - don’t worry, x-rays (except panoramic x-rays) are inexpensive in Asia or even gratis at most Board Certified Dental Association dentist member clinics. Panoramics for dental implants etc. are only around $40Us in Asia vs. $150 -250 in the USA & Canada. Same equipment.