Many developed countries like the USA, UK and France demand exceptionally high prices for dental procedures and cosmetic dentistry. So much so, that many people are prevented from achieving the smile of their dreams merely because they can’t afford to fork out thousands of pounds on dental implants, veneers or teeth whitening treatments.

Also, some patients are faced with long waiting lists to have necessary procedures like tooth extractions, fillings, and root canals done and resort to traveling abroad to avoid months of pain and discomfort. A recent survey indicates that 1 in 5 Britons are avoiding a trip to the dentist purely for financial reasons.

Over 50 countries worldwide now regard dental tourism as a significant national industry that generates billions of pounds globally.
Countries such as Poland, Turkey, Ukraine, and Hungary offer state of the art treatments and care for between 50% and 80% less than a person would have to pay in their own country.

One single tooth dental implant in London, for example, will cost about £2000 compared to dental implants in Turkey which can cost as little as £600 each. In this example, the patient would benefit from a 70% saving by having the procedure done in Turkey rather than the UK.

It is now very common for people to take advantage of these cost savings by combining dental treatments with holiday vacations. A country like Turkey is already a top-ten holiday destination worldwide, so the idea of traveling there for dental work and then staying on to enjoy a vacation is appealing to many people.

Most dental tourists hail from countries like the UK, US, Canada, France, Italy, and Australia where private dental care is expensive.

Consumers from these countries can easily find suitable destinations that fit their budgets and holiday needs. We have listed some of the most popular countries.