Cosmetic dentistry in Cyprus

This beautiful east Mediterranean island which is rightly called the Land of the Aphrodite, for who could not fall in love with its beautiful mountain trails, scenic beaches and abundant cultural locales, lies at the cross roads of three continents. Its fresh clean air and temperate climate make it an ideal location to rejuvenate, relax and unwind for the newcomer. Its proximity to the UK as well as the impressive number and quality of dental facilities and practice make it therefore an ideal location for seeking cosmetic dental treatments for patients from the UK. And the whopping difference in treatment prices are just unbelievable, the costs incurred being only a fraction of those in the UK. Take the case of laser whitening, which can cost between £700- £300 in a private UK clinic but at the Nicosia Dental Polyclinic in the capital of Cyprus, it comes up to just £150. For the visitor, it’s a wholesome treatment cum vacation package that promises to bring a better and brighter smile onto his face.

Dental Qualification and Accreditation profiles of dental practices in Cyprus

Education

Cyprus does not have its own medical university, owing to which all dentists in Cyprus have secured their professional degrees from renowned international colleges in the UK, US or other preferred educational destinations worldwide.
Students must initially complete a six year diploma or degree in dentistry, after which they may specialise in a chosen field such as paediatric dentistry, orthodontics etc by completing a further three year post graduate study in the respective field.

Accreditations
Accreditations are awarded to dental practices in Cyprus by international organisations and the Cyprus Medical Association (the CMA).

Governing Bodies and Dental Organisations in Cyprus

The Cyprus Ministry of Health is in charge of monitoring, assessing and approving all dental practices, clinics and hospitals in Cyprus.
Rules and regulations regarding practice are also stipulated by member organisations such as the Cyprus Dental Council and the Cyprus Dental Association for all qualified and practicing dentists in Cyprus who are a part of it by rule. There are also dental speciality specific member organisations such as the Cyprus Periodontal Society, and the Cyprus Orthodontic Society, which have their own code of regulations for their members.

What are the popular cosmetic dentistry treatments offered in Cyprus?
Some of the most popular procedures offered by the cosmetic dental clinics in Cyprus include

Teeth Bleaching
Porcelain Laminate Veneers
All Porcelain Crowns
Porcelain Fused to Metal Crowns
Inlay and Outlay

What are the popular locations in Cyprus to seek cosmetic dental treatment?

The capital city Nicosia which also forms the commercial hub of Cyprus is home to some of the best cosmetic dental clinics in the country and Europe. Popular cosmetic dental clinics are also distributed over other major towns such as Larnaca, Pafos and Limassol.

Travelling and accommodation in Cyprus

Travelling to Cyprus by air

There are over 40 airlines that offer scheduled and chartered flights to and from Paphos (PFO), Larnaca (LCA) and Ercan international airports. These include British Airways, Cyprus Airways, EuroCypria, Excel Airways, Alpha Jet, MyTravel, KLM and many more. Cyprus being a part of the European Union, a visa is not required for people travelling from Europe and North America into Cyprus.

Travelling to Cyprus by sea

Ships and ferries - Visitors can also reach Cyprus from places such as Greece, Israel, Egypt and the Greek Islands by the sea through the international shipping services connecting with the two deep water ports in Cyprus namely the Limassol and Larnaca ports. These accommodate passenger ships and ferries and offer facilities such as duty free shops, banks, cafeteria, comfortable waiting lounges and tourist information centres.
Self piloted vessels - For those who like to pilot their own vessels, Limassol and Larnaka have a marina each for berthing their vessels, but requiring an advance booking from the visitor prior to his arrival. Of the two, Larnaka is the most ideal port for self piloted vessels.
Cruises – Cyprus features as one of the many popular destinations on the itinerary for cruise vessels sailing the Mediterranean. The major cruise lines that have regular services to and from Cyprus include Cunard Lines, Classical Cruises, Euro Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Lines, Louis Cruise Lines and Swan Hellenic Cruises. Limassol is the main port of call where all large cruise vessels berth while Larnaka is more suited for smaller cruise vessels that operate day cruise vessels around the bay as well as smaller cruise ships operating regularly from nearby mainland and island locations such as Greece, Egypt and Israel.

Getting around Cyprus
Cyprus has an excellent motorway and road network and hence hiring or renting a car or using the public bus service seems more than ideal for the visitor.
By car
You can hire or rent a car from the airport, hotel and prime hiring services in the city.

By minibus
Also known as “Service taxis”, these minibuses are run by a private company and help you get around in Cyprus.

By public transport

There are regular bus services connecting every town and village on the island. The prime advantage is the cheap fares which allow you to get out and about in Cyprus as well as explore beyond the main tourist sites. Of the many, the two main public service providers are the Larnaka and Clarious.
There are also private bus companies conducting services between major urban areas and within the Limassol area, such as the Limassol Urban Bus Company; however the fares are often higher compared to those of the public companies.

Accommodation in Cyprus
There is a wide variety of options available to the visitor when it comes to finding suitable accommodation in Cyprus, depending upon individual taste and requirements. These include