Tooth care in Thailand – prices and choice of dentist

It has become a common opinion that Russian dentists are not too skilled professionally, and the equipment and materials they use are sometimes far from world quality standards (if you treat teeth for free under the compulsory medical insurance). That is why dental treatment abroad is now in trend. attracts our tourists no less than the exotic beauty. The reason for this is both the cost of services, which are much lower than in Europe, and the fact that most doctors have studied in the U.S. or in the Old World, their qualification is confirmed by an international diploma.

Thai dental clinics operate in the mode familiar to Russians. Doors of the offices open at 9 a.m., but by this time there is a decent line, so it is better to arrive early. At the registration office you will be given a form with your personal data. This is an easy bureaucratic process and does not take much time.

If you do not need emergency dental treatment in Thailand, you can arrange your appointment in advance. Make an appointment with the dentist at a time that is convenient for you and go sightseeing.

Thai Dentistry is very loyal to customers. If you are intimidated by the mere sight of the office door, take someone with you for moral support. Not all dental clinics in the world give you that kind of indulgence.

Dental Treatment in Thailand

This is what a dental office looks like in many clinics in Thailand

Thai dental treatment is also appealing because the high qualification of the doctors is combined with utmost politeness and friendliness. When you are in the chair of a Thai dentist, you get the feeling that you are being treated. The doctor will listen carefully to any request you may have, and will comply with it if possible and if it does not contradict the treatment tactic.

The Thai doctor is assisted by three other doctors while he performs his treatments. One ensures that the equipment is working properly and a second provides tools, consumables and medications. The third is in charge of the patient’s psychological state. Therefore, the dentist can fully concentrate on solving your problem, and dental treatment in Thailand is almost always of high quality. You do not have to worry that Thai fillings will fall out when a plane runs over the Sheremetyevo runway.

If you do not have any particular oral problems you can combine relaxation at the beach with getting a white smile. The Bangkok Hospital Pattaya offers laser teeth whitening. The procedure is absolutely painless. They also perform various plastic surgeries, including gender reassignment surgeries.

The cost of dental services in Thailand

The cost of dentistry in Thailand may vary from clinic to clinic. A rough price (in baht) of the dentist’s services is given below.

  • Ontestinal examination – 500.
  • Tooth whitening with gel or toothpaste – from 3,000.
  • Tooth Whitening with UV Light – from 6,500.
  • Dental Whitening by Laser – from 12,000.
  • Titanium dental implant – from 55,000.
  • Modern composite fillings – from 1,000
  • Dental jewelry and fitment – from 1,000.
  • Crowns made of metal, porcelain, plastic, ceramic – about 6,000.

For a complete list of services and prices please refer to the price list of the clinic and ask the receptionist for details.

Dentistry in Thailand

How to choose dentist in Thailand

If you’re in Thailand for a routine dental treatment and there’s no particular urgency in getting dental care, then you can take your time and choose a dentist who you don’t have to fear to stick both hands in your mouth.

Go to the clinic, see which doctor has the busiest schedule, who has the most patients. Of course, you can try to talk to visitors, get their personal opinion. If the doctor’s certificates and diplomas are hanging on the wall, you should treat this with the proper respect. You don’t usually show blank papers in this way.

The first visit to a dentist in Thailand will also tell you a lot. The office atmosphere, the friendliness of the staff, the beginning of treatment with a precise diagnosis using x-rays as opposed to the gut feeling method used by some Russian dentists who are guided by the patient’s pain reaction.

The age of the doctor is the most controversial selection criterion. Most young doctors were trained in progressive methods, so some lack of experience is more than compensated by knowledge.

The young doctor is the most controversial criterion for selection.

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