Surgery overseas has become increasingly popular in recent times, not only in the wider world of cosmetic surgery, but also in dentistry. If you’ve been exploring the cost of dental implants, then you may be tempted to consider this route yourself – but the question is, just what are the associated risks? And could they ever be justified by the saving you make?
The truth about dental implants abroad
The ugly truth about overseas dental implants is that patients in ever growing numbers are seeking remedial work from UK practitioners. More and more often, those within our networks are seeing the results of complications post-surgery – requiring treatment that can eclipse the original cost of treatment abroad, in addition to demanding numerous surgeries and much time to correct.
Unfortunately there is little to no cause of action in this case, with overseas providers being able to remain unaccountable; and even where they may promise aftercare, you need to consider the time and costs involved should you need to make another trip abroad.
Should you go down this route, you need to ask some vital questions, such as whether there is a body that regulates the dentistry industry, and if they have an official complaints system in place.
The benefits of choosing a UK provider
Choosing a UK specialist for your dental implants has numerous compelling benefits, not least of which is the promise of stellar aftercare. Whilst the treatment costs are almost inevitably higher, you really should ask yourself why – the expertise, reassurance and sophistication of equipment and techniques in the UK leads the way on the global stage. All of which comes at a justified cost. Find out how much you should expect to pay in our blog: “Let’s talk about money – The costs of dental implants”.
