What Everybody Ought to Know About Dental Tourism in INDIA

The cost of Dental Tourism is rising annually throughout the world. Millions of people are opting to travel to countries that offer highly advanced and specialized surgical procedures at low charges. This is compared to countries that lack healthcare infrastructure or are less developed in that area. 

What Are the Factors That Make a Country the Hub of Dental Tourism?

• Save Money: The main factor that affects dental tourism is cost savings. The cost of dental treatments in some countries like India is much lower, even when including travel and stay expenses.
• Quality of Care: The quality of services provided is a factor that should not be compromised. The best dental tourism destinations in the world, like India, offer superior-quality treatments by well-trained and highly experienced dental professionals. These professionals follow the international standards of care.
• The Best Technology: Most dental tourism destinations offer state-of-the-art dental technology and materials. They ensure that international patients who visit for treatment get access to top-notch services.
• Attractions for Tourists: Many dental tourism cities are rich in scenic beauty, different cultural experiences, and leisure-filled activities. These are what make the trip more enjoyable.
• Language Proficiency: When patients travel to international destinations for their dental treatments, they expect to have easy communication with the locals and their doctors. Many dental tourism cities are equipped with dental professionals and staff that speak multiple languages, including English, to cater to international patients.

Why Choose India as Your Dental Tourism Destination?

One such country that people choose to get their dental and medical treatments done in is India. India has established itself as a popular and preferred travel destination due to its unique qualities in offering world-class dental facilities with high-tech infrastructure and internationally trained and skilled surgeons. These professionals are well-known for providing compassionate care with excellent treatment outcomes at reasonable costs for all patients. In addition, they follow strict rules when it comes to carrying out treatment procedures. 

The surgical rooms and equipment used are sterilized according to international guidelines. Because of the wide range of dental services available, we have patients from all over the world, including the United States, Africa, the Middle East, Australia, and New Zealand. 

Dental tourism refers to patients travelling to different countries to get high-quality dental treatment at cheap rates. India provides these patients with an expanded visa that makes medical tourists’ travel easier.

Benefits of Dental Tourism

• Best Clinical Services: Services are provided by highly skilled and experienced dental surgeons who have been practicing for over 20 years. In addition to their international training, they have a high success rate when performing complicated procedures. 
• Airport Services: We offer clients an inclusive welcome experience that involves airport pick-up and drop-off services. 
• Transportation: When you’re in a foreign land, we understand how difficult it can be to travel locally. We provide local transport services as well, so you have a worry-free experience. 
• Assistance: The multilingual staff at our clinic ensures that no challenge can cause communication problems. This ensures our clients’ total comfort. 
• Tourism: Our philosophy of “Atithi Devo Bhava” means that our guests are equivalent to God. So, why not take advantage of the opportunity to explore Mumbai- the city of dreams, while you’re here as a patient? 

What Are Some Precautions to Take before Visiting a Dental Tourism Destination?

• Do Your Research Well: Before travelling, research properly and choose a reputed dental clinic. Some factors to keep in mind are positive patient reviews, dentist experience, and important certifications. 
• Consult the Dentist and Plan Well: Have a consultation with your dentist virtually before the trip. Talk to them about your dental needs, treatment plan, pricing of the needed treatments, and how long you’ll be staying. 
• Confirm Dental Clinic’s License: Make sure to verify the dental clinic and dentist’s licenses. Check well to know if they are properly trained. 
• Verify If They Speak Your Language: If you are travelling to a country where they speak a language you don’t understand, make sure to arrange for a translator or choose a clinic that has English-speaking staff. 
• Check Travel Requirements: Do proper research on all the visa requirements, travel restrictions, and needed vaccines for your destination. Make sure your travel documents, including your passport and visa, have not expired.
• Travel Insurance: We advise you to buy travel insurance that covers medical emergencies, including dental treatment, in your destination country. Check if your existing insurance provides coverage. 
• Plan for Recovery: Plan your trip dates in such a way that allows you to recover well after your procedure. Avoid long-distance journeys after a serious procedure.
• Follow Instructions After Treatment: Make sure to follow all post-procedure care instructions provided by your dentist. This ensures proper healing and lowers the risk of complications. 
• Follow a Healthy Diet: You should stay hydrated always and consume healthy and soft foods after any dental procedure. This helps in healing and prevents discomfort. 
• Emergency Contact Information: Do proper research and carry contact information for the dental clinic and emergency contact numbers for hospitals or relatives.  

You can have a safe and successful dental tourism experience by taking all these precautions.  

How Much Does Dental Work Cost in India?

Dental work in India costs about 90% less than how much it usually does in countries like the USA or Australia. To name some examples, a dental implant in India can cost between $220-$1,200, depending on the implant brand and type. Whereas full-mouth dental implants in India can cost between $1,470-$4,000. 

In the USA and Australia, these cosmetic dental surgery treatments cost anywhere between $5,000-$35,000. 

When it comes to dental crowns and veneers, in India, one can expect prices starting from $40 for a PFM crown and around $30 for a composite resin veneer. 

You would break your bank spending about $1,100-$2,500 for these procedures in the US and Australia. 

Below mentioned are the average costs of different dental procedures in India vs other countries (in US dollars).

Prices will differ based on case to case. 

All about Signature Smiles

At Signature Smiles, patients can register and access a list of our dental care facilities by visiting our dental tourism portal. This feature allows our patients to schedule appointments within our network of dental clinics and even reserve other services like lodging and leisure activities before travelling. 

Dental Services Available at Signature Smiles

• General Dentistry– We provide complete dental care for patients of all ages, including important procedures like teeth cleaning, extractions, root canal treatment, fluoride treatments, and cavity fillings.
• Cosmetic Dentistry– Cosmetic treatment can improve your self-esteem and confidence while also enhancing your appearance.
• Full Mouth Rehabilitation– Combinations of treatments are involved in full mouth reconstruction. In this procedure, different treatments are given as needed to ensure a person’s smile is restored to its former health and beauty.
• Smile Transformation (Ceramic/Porcelain Veneers)– Veneers are thin shells made of ceramic that are bonded to the front surfaces of teeth to improve their appearance. They play an important role in smile transformation. A smile transformation can give you functional benefits and improve your self-esteem.
• Implants & Crowns– We have a wide range of artificial dental implants that work similarly to natural teeth and are available to meet the client’s needs and preferences. They are an ideal option for replacing missing teeth in the long term.
• Surgical Tooth Extraction– Sometimes, a tooth can be too damaged or decayed to the point that it cannot be preserved. In such cases, it’s advised to get the tooth extracted. Our team at Signature Smiles, with more than 20 years of experience, have performed numerous successful extractions.

Testimonial by One of Our Patients-

–Manx Corran

-8 months ago “I cannot speak highly enough of this team at Signature Smiles in Juhu, Mumbai. From the very first Email from Aalok with my quote right up to today, my last appointment. They are SO organised and extremely professional.

Picked up at the airport by Manoj their driver (who I have to say is the BEST driver in the world) taken to my hotel then to and from every appointment (and anywhere else I needed to go)As soon as you step foot into their rooms you’re made to feel relaxed and welcome. 

I was travelling alone and this was my first time in India so I was a little wary, but had absolutely nothing to fear. Aalok at reception went above and beyond to help with anything, not just the dentist stuff, with anything, he even help me sort out my laundry!The dentists themselves Dr Rahul Oza and Dr Divyesh are amazing perfectionists and beautiful people. 

I would not have been able to leave until there until they were sure that every procedure was 100% correct and that I was 100% happy, which I am!I have absolutely NO HESITATION in recommending this team to anyone who is thinking about getting dental work done.

YOU WILL NOT BE DISSAPPOINTED! My new implants and crowns look amazing, I’m over the moon with the work they’ve done AND at a fraction of the cost of what I would have had to pay In Australia. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! I will never forget you. Signature Smiles – You are the BEST” 👌 😁

Book an Appointment with Us

• Registration– You can book your appointment no matter where across the globe you are. Go to our website, where you will find the registration link to provide the following information (name, email, contact number, requirements, and expectations).
• Communication– We ensure that our customer service team provides you with proper assistance regarding understanding your requirements, scheduling your appointment, and providing all necessary details for the treatment.
• Documentation– Our team will help you with all the documentation needed and details required for your international stay authorization. 

We constantly work towards delivering high-quality service. Our professional dentists have performed many difficult surgeries and smile makeovers with a great overall success rate. They have always successfully delivered dazzling smiles that are distinct to every patient. 

Most Common FAQs

• How much money should I carry with me to India?
  You can bring as much money as you want to India. However, you may have to inform the embassy if you are carrying more than US $5000.
• Will I have to change my mobile service provider when I come to India?
  You may have to buy local Indian Sim cards available in shopping malls and stores. Otherwise, you can check with your mobile service provider if they have plans that work in India.
• What are some mobile apps that work in India?
  For hotel bookings, you can use Airbnb, Agoda, or MakeMyTrip. To book train tickets, you can use IRCTC Rail Connect. For messaging people, you can use the normal messaging app or WhatsApp.   Uber and Ola are most commonly used to book cabs and taxis. If you have trouble understanding the local language, Google Translate is your best option. To book flight tickets, Cheapflights, Ixigo, and MakeMyTrip are commonly used. 
• Will I have to change my mobile service provider when I come to India?
   Metropolitan cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, and others all have dental specialists and a large number of dental clinics to choose from. They also have the latest technology with all facilities available.  

So why wait any longer to take advantage of the latest advancements in dentistry? Contact Signature Smiles and get affordable, life-changing dental care!