Dental care remains an expensive proposition for most Aussies and Kiwis. Travelling abroad for dentistry proves the ideal solution in the face of sky high dental prices. Phuket, Thailand is home to a number of world-class dental clinics that that cost a lot less than Down Under. No wonder Phuket helps make Asia a leading dental tourism destination. Selecting a reliable clinic might seem a challenge when you are thousands of miles away. Yet, your choice determines whether or not you get the treatment you require. To make things easier for you, here is a look at the top Phuket dentists:
Sea Smile Dental Clinic (Phuket)
This clinic is home to the only ISO-certified lab in Phuket, holding the 9001:2008 certification. Moreover, Sea Smile is accredited by the prestigious Joint Commission International (JCI), the sole clinic in Phuket to receive the accreditation. The team at the clinic uses cutting-edge, state-of-the-art technology to perform a range of dental treatments.
Smile Signature
The Smile Signature group operates five sites across Thailand. For the past decade and a half, the clinic has established a solid reputation among local and international patients. You can undergo numerous treatments at the clinic, including dental fillings and crowns. In Phuket, few clinics match Smile Signature in offering the perfect blend of quick service, affordability and quality.
A. B. Dental Care Clinic
Located at the Jungceylon Shopping Centre, the hottest shopping spot in Phuket, this buzzing facility stands out from other clinics in the city. An experienced team of Phuket dentists practices at this facility, providing you an affordable dental makeover to enhance your smile.
Dental Signature
Located on Patong Beach, this clinic operates under the Bangkok International Dental Center (BIDC). You can select from a range of procedures at this facility, with specialist all-on-four dentists. This clinic is known for tailoring treatment plans to patients’ needs.
New Smile Dentists
New Smile has been in business for over two decades, providing a variety of dental solutions to patients from Australia and New Zealand, as well as locals. The facility is close to the marvellous Patong Beach, making it an ideal dental tourist’s clinic. The dentists working at this clinic are among the most experienced in the region, with many of them having received their training and education in first-world countries.
Thanks to clinics such as these, people Down Under make the most of the advantages of dentistry in Phuket. The low cost of labour, materials, and living there enables even the best Phuket dentists to keep offer inexpensive yet quality dental work. This continues to drive Phuket’s dental tourism industry to grow.
Depending on the treatment you choose, you can save over 60% on the cost of the treatment by flying to Thailand. People unaware of these reasons jump to the conclusion that the lower price must be due to lower quality. Now you know better. Keep these clinics at the top of your list as you plan your dental holiday in Phuket.
Sources:
- Bart, Kyle. Why Asia is Tops for Dental Tourism. Aspiring Gentleman. 27 May, 2017.
https://aspiringgentleman.com/travel/asia-tops-dental-tourism/
- Maxwell, Bert. Why would I want to go to Phuket for Dentistry. Wandering Educators. 28 April, 2017.
https://www.wanderingeducators.com/best/traveling/phuket-dental-tourism.html
- Phuket dental tourism is growing fast, and here’s why. Harcourt Health.
https://harcourthealth.com/phuket-dental-tourism-is-growing-fast-and-heres-why/