How far would you be willing to travel to see a dentist? Across the city? Maybe even interstate? Would you fly to another country? It may sound excessive, but some people travel overseas for dental treatment as dental costs continue rising. With reported savings of up to 75% in some countries, it’s unsurprising that many people are packing their bags to seek alternative dentistry care via dental tourism abroad.
It’s understandable to worry about visiting a dentist in another country. When flying abroad for dental tourism, one thing is indispensable. It would be best if you became informed about your prospective dental clinic. Find their accreditations and ensure they have all the requirements to perform your dental procedure safely and effectively.
You may find that not all dental clinics meet the same quality standards. You must make an informed decision to save money with affordable dental care. What factors should you consider when choosing a dentist worth traveling for? Here, we’ll show you some key points to identify when researching.
1. Dental Experience:
Knowing your doctor or cosmetic dentist before a dental procedure helps develop the essential trust needed for a successful treatment. Strong cooperation between a patient and their dentist is vital, so it’s always nice if the trust-building begins as early as possible.
If you’d like to begin your research, Meza Dental Care is home to a well-known team of doctors. Dr. Alberto Meza is one of only three dentists accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) in Latin America and forms part of a select group of dentists. Furthermore, Meza Dental believes strongly in the value of continuous education. Their doctors always seek personal growth through training and postgraduate studies in the USA and Europe to maintain the clinic’s reputation for excellence.
2. Facilities & Clinical Equipment:
Another essential part of choosing the best dental clinic is to examine their installations and equipment closely. You don’t need to know every piece of equipment in detail at a particular dental practice. But you can get a good idea of whether or not they are up to par by looking at them. Try calling the dental clinic, checking their website, and looking for clinic pictures. Does it look like the place you would feel comfortable being treated in? Do they have an on-site laboratory, or do they outsource everything?
Meza Dental is a modern boutique dental clinic that relies on top-notch equipment by any means of measurement. We also have an on-site laboratory to prepare custom dental pieces. We even have the AAAHC accreditation, a US-based certification of a dental clinic’s dedication to quality standards.
3. Patient Management:
The outcome of your dental treatment and your overall experience don’t depend solely on the facilities, equipment, and clinical skill of your doctor. A great patient experience requires a unique human touch. The quality of equipment and materials, combined with the medical professional’s expertise and the amount of individual attention provided to the patient by the staff, all strongly influence the satisfaction level.
At Meza Dental, our dedication to excellence extends to every part of the customer experience. While Costa Ricans are world-renowned for their hospitality and friendliness, we specialize in dental tourism. In a country such as Costa Rica, which is known for great medical tourism experiences, Meza Dental excels at patient management.
Each patient has a dedicated English-speaking representative who will assist you with all of the logistics and explain every detail about the planned treatments and the costs involved to make the journey as relaxing as possible. We’ll meet you at the airport and handle all your transportation needs between the airport, hotel, and clinic. They will also be happy to answer any questions, offer tips or suggestions on things to do while in town, and resolve any doubts.
4. Testimonials or Reviews:
The best thing to look for when selecting a dental clinic for dental tourism are testimonials or reviews. Few things carry more weight than the advice of patients already treated by the clinic you’re considering. If possible, look for patient testimonials and reviews, patient stories, or videos on their website.
ABC Eyewitness News reviewed Meza Dental and interviewed one of our many satisfied patients. Our site has many testimonials and patient stories, and we are constantly uploading new ones for you to read about and hear from our patients about their experiences.
Traveling overseas for dental care will incur costs typically associated with international travel. For any global trip, budget for hotels, visas, food, and airfare.
If you have any questions, call our Toll-Free number from the U.S. and Canada: 1-(877)-337-6392. Talk with one of our representatives to learn more about traveling to Costa Rica for the best cosmetic dental treatment!
