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Curious...doesn't the cost of traveling overseas added to the cost of the procedure being done there make it as expensive as getting it done in the US? Unless you travel for free somehow.
Yes as explained a few pages ago the $5317 figure includes the Flight Tickets LAX to Bangkok ($567) RT.
Interesting - just wondering why you say that? The sinus lifting/bone grafting procedure has been around for decades and is a proven safe and effective technique when done properly. It is extremely predictable when your goal is to gain bone height for dental implant placement. No other technique is even close.
Most people hear the word "sinus" and the word "lift" and they think it's this crazy, life-risking procedure akin to brain surgery. This is simply not true. Is it technique-sensitive? Of course. Find a good surgeon. I have done lots of them and almost all patients are surprised at how easy the procedure was (for them).
If I were missing a tooth and I was given the choice of a sinus lift and an implant vs grinding down each tooth on either side for a bridge, I would choose the sinus lift and implant without thinking twice. This is speaking as a dentist who is fully aware of the risks, benefits, costs, etc. that go with each option.
Different strokes for different folks, though.
If I was a carpenter I'd build a house rather than buy one too. But I'm not willing to risk sinus tears or other problems. I don't consider drilling through sinus bone to be "minimally invasive". If you've never had sinus problems count yourself as very fortunate. I have, and I'd rather have a bridge than risk additional ones by having someone bust through my sinus bones. YMMV. Complications may be uncommon but I don't want to be the one who gets them.
This is good reading for anyone considering implants and/or lifts.
UPDATE: So i just realized i never updated this thread, After almost 8 months of research i decided to go to Mexico for my dental work in March 2018. Visited Los Algodones also known as 'Molar City' stayed there for 4-days, spent the better half of a day hopping from clinic to clinic asking questions and getting evaluated - I'll be honest i seen some clinics that have no business being opened so becareful.
By the end of that day i had finally found a great candidate for my procedures, I booked an appointment for the next day and before i knew it i was sedated and having 2 root canals done. Prior to starting the procedure it was determined that i still had an infection and the doctor recommended for me to leave and comeback in two-weeks, I disagreed and decided to still go through with the work despite the risk of infection since i had already come so far so we proceeded with both root-canals and posts & core.
On Day 3 i had a (4) extractions done, (2) of which were impacted; they also took crown impressions and i got a basic cleaning done along with some filling on a chipped tooth.
Day 4 Crowns were ready for fitment and i was placed on a dietary restriction for a week, Ended up driving back home to NV that same day.
Procedures / Expenses totaling - $745USD (not incld hotel $30/day and car rental $40/day for a stay of 4 days)
Overall it was an awesome experience and my only regret is not having it done sooner, I know we often hear horror stories but if you do your due diligence you can avoid shady doctors. I still plan to go back for a few implants within the next several months, I suffered for so long with my teeth and i'm glad that i'm finally able to do things i wasn't able to ie; eat granola/peanuts, steak etc. and got rid of what felt like permanent bad breath.
I encourage anyone who is in the same position i once was to get it taken care of right-away, I was quoted over $5000 for this work in the US and got it done in MX for under $800, same quality/excellent doctor... totally worth it. I know i'll probably get PM's asking about the doctor if you're interested i can forward the contact.
Congrats to you. I am still quite happy with the work I had done in Costa Rica. I hadn't been to a Dentist after my work was done until this last November when I needed to have my Aortic Valve replaced. My Surgeon had me go to one to make sure I had no Dental infection because it couldn't be done if I did. Everything was fine, and he said my dental work looked well done. No complaints here.
UPDATE: So i just realized i never updated this thread, After almost 8 months of research i decided to go to Mexico for my dental work in March 2018. Visited Los Algodones also known as 'Molar City' stayed there for 4-days, spent the better half of a day hopping from clinic to clinic asking questions and getting evaluated - I'll be honest i seen some clinics that have no business being opened so becareful.
By the end of that day i had finally found a great candidate for my procedures, I booked an appointment for the next day and before i knew it i was sedated and having 2 root canals done. Prior to starting the procedure it was determined that i still had an infection and the doctor recommended for me to leave and comeback in two-weeks, I disagreed and decided to still go through with the work despite the risk of infection since i had already come so far so we proceeded with both root-canals and posts & core.
On Day 3 i had a (4) extractions done, (2) of which were impacted; they also took crown impressions and i got a basic cleaning done along with some filling on a chipped tooth.
Day 4 Crowns were ready for fitment and i was placed on a dietary restriction for a week, Ended up driving back home to NV that same day.
Procedures / Expenses totaling - $745USD (not incld hotel $30/day and car rental $40/day for a stay of 4 days)
Overall it was an awesome experience and my only regret is not having it done sooner, I know we often hear horror stories but if you do your due diligence you can avoid shady doctors. I still plan to go back for a few implants within the next several months, I suffered for so long with my teeth and i'm glad that i'm finally able to do things i wasn't able to ie; eat granola/peanuts, steak etc. and got rid of what felt like permanent bad breath.
I encourage anyone who is in the same position i once was to get it taken care of right-away, I was quoted over $5000 for this work in the US and got it done in MX for under $800, same quality/excellent doctor... totally worth it. I know i'll probably get PM's asking about the doctor if you're interested i can forward the contact.
Just out of curiosity, how do you know it is the same quality?
Just out of curiosity, how do you know it is the same quality?
Had the work evaluated (covered by insurance) by a local dentist in Las Vegas just to double-check everything was good, The dentist actually complimented the MX doctor. I also had a lengthy conversation with the dentist since i also plan on having an implant done, went over their equipment & abutments used and they use the SAME products that US dentist use.
Had the work evaluated (covered by insurance) by a local dentist in Las Vegas just to double-check everything was good, The dentist actually complimented the MX doctor. I also had a lengthy conversation with the dentist since i also plan on having an implant done, went over their equipment & abutments used and they use the SAME products that US dentist use.
Nice to hear. Just to play devil's advocate - what would you have done if the Vegas dentist had said the work was poor quality or below standard of care? I ask because that is the scenario I see about 90% of the time when evaluating work from Mexico. In the U.S., the patient has recourse for substandard dental work. Not so in Mexico.
Nice to hear. Just to play devil's advocate - what would you have done if the Vegas dentist had said the work was poor quality or below standard of care? I ask because that is the scenario I see about 90% of the time when evaluating work from Mexico. In the U.S., the patient has recourse for substandard dental work. Not so in Mexico.
In that case i would've asked for the work to be re-done or have my money-back and had it done elsewhere, What most foreigners who run into issues don't realize is that there IS a legal recourse also if they run into a similar issue they can always contact the MX board of certified dentist and/or take legal action.
Most of these practices have more to lose as their bread & butter is tourism and too many complaints can actually have their business shutdown and the dentist can be investigated. I've heard many horror stories and usually what i notice is that there was poor research done or the patient didn't ask any of the right questions.
This was part of the reason i spent many months researching, I wanted to have all of my 'what ifs..' covered and be sure of what to do in a worst case scenario.
I recommend you Confidental Studio dental Clinic in Dominican Republic
State of the art office, great team of dentists and located in the city.
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