Medical Tourism
Medical tourism has come into its own as a natural extension of the globalization we all are witnessing around the world. People from many different countries are, many by economic necessity, seeking out the most competent medical and dental providers around the world as a means of obtaining quality care at an affordable cost combined with the possibility of exploring different countries and cultures. Medical tourism offers patients a safe and exciting option.Costa Rica’s healthcare system is very advanced, particularly in the city of San Jose, and is considered one of the best in Latin America. For some procedures, it ranks higher than the US.
The country boasts highly-competent specialists in dentistry and plastic surgery, which are two areas of treatment most in demand. The World Health Organization gives high marks to the quality of medical care in Costa Rica.
World-renowned as a leader in eco-tourism, Costa Rica boasts tropical rainforests, stunning mountain vistas, fabulous beaches, an ideal climate and friendly, welcoming people. There is now an increasing awareness that the country is also a premier destination for quality medical treatment at amazingly low prices.
Costa Rica’s cost of living and the strong value of the US dollar in relation to the country’s currency means medical services cost much less here than in the US. Every year, thousands of US citizens take advantage of the low cost of procedures and the high level of quality care provided by Costa Rica’s dentists and cosmetic surgeons.
In the past, many Costarricans traveled to the United States in search of all kinds of medical and dental services not readily available in Costa Rica. Today, the tide is turning and Americans, among other nationalities, are visiting us for dental and medical treatments just a short flight away from their homes. In Costa Rica, patients discover that they can have the state of the art treatments for a fraction of the cost in their hometowns.
Because of this growing trend, many reputable companies are assisting the average person in finding a qualified provider in countries not too far away from home. These organizations research the countries and more importantly, the qualifications and outcomes of the medical and dental professionals. This ensures prospective patients they will be receiving quality care while having a great adventure and still save a significant amount of money.
Regarding dental care, our state-of-the-art dental facilities are proud to provide expert dental care, from straightforward restorative crown and bridgework to the most complex rehabilitations and reconstructions, including dental implants.
Our facilities are staffed with dental professionals well versed in all areas of dentistry and communicate efficiently in both English and Spanish, as well as in German, French and Portuguese. Along with cleanings, fillings, crowns and teeth whitening, most patients come in search of dental implants.
For patients missing one or more teeth due to periodontal disease, caries or injury, dental implants have provided a revolutionary method of replacing the missing tooth or teeth. A dental implant is first surgically placed at the location of the missing tooth, and after a few days of healing, it is restored with the desired type of prosthesis; for instance, a crown, bridge or denture. One of the benefits this provides is both the surgical and restorative phases of dental implant treatment all at one location.
The titanium endosteal implant was approved for human use in the United States in 1983. Dental implants are now considered the best solution for the replacement of missing teeth.
The number of implants placed is determined by the type of restoration the patient desires in accordance with the existing bone structure among other considerations. The patient is left with a temporary prosthesis during the healing process of the implants.
