Posts Tagged ‘Dental tourism’
Katie Price shows off new smile after undergoing treatment in Turkey
Model and reality TV star, Katie Price, has shown off her brand new smile after undergoing cosmetic dental treatment in Turkey. The 42-year-old had taken to social media to share video clips and images of her natural teeth after having her veneers removed before visiting a clinic in Turkey with her boyfriend, Carl Woods. The […]
Will differences in opening times lead to dental tourism in the UK?
Dentists in England are worried that differences in opening times in different parts of the UK will lead to dental tourists travelling over the border to get an appointment. Dentists have been told that they can reopen in England from June 8th, but professionals in Wales and Scotland are still waiting for the green light. […]
Low prices make overseas clinics a popular choice for patients looking for cosmetic dental treatment
Low prices are making overseas clinics an attractive proposition for patients in the UK looking to undergo cosmetic dental treatment. TV shows like Love Island and the rise of social media and the selfie trend have contributed to a growing interest in the perfect smile. When Love Island’s first winter series launched in January, there […]
Dentists issue warnings over cosmetic dentistry as Love Island contestants display bright white smiles
Dentists have issued a warning over cosmetic dentistry, as ITV’s hit dating show Love Island returns to screens. Many of the contestants on the current show and previous series can be seen sporting bright white smiles, and dentists are eager to encourage viewers looking to follow suit to proceed with caution. Some of the most […]
Americans flock to the Mexican ‘Molar City’ to snap up cut-price dental treatment
Dental tourism in Mexico is booming, as more and more Americans head south to take advantage of cut-price treatment. Los Algodones, the epicentre of the industry, is now affectionately known as Molar City, with streets lined with modern clinics aiming to attract US tourists looking to save. Throughout California, signs promoting affordable dental care direct […]
Dental tourism soars in popularity, as Brits look to save money on treatment
Dental tourism is becoming more popular year on year, as a growing number of Brits looks to save money on the cost of dental care. Figures suggest that countries like Lithuania are emerging as dental tourism hot spots, with well-established nations, including Hungary and Poland, continuing to attract patients in their droves. For most people, […]
Lancashire dentist highlights the risks of having dental treatment abroad
A dentist from Lancashire has highlighted the risks of having dental treatment overseas. Dr Karim Rachidi, from Synergy Dental, said that more and more patients are asking about having treatment abroad, as dental tourism soars in popularity. Thousands of Brits are now going overseas for treatments like dental implants in a bid to save money. […]
Is Love Island fuelling a rise in dental tourism?
The growing popularity of reality shows like Love Island could be behind a rise in dental tourism, experts believe. The hit ITV2 show, which is currently airing, features a string of contestants, most of whom boast mega-watt smiles. Dentists believe that the popularity of Love Island and similar shows is fuelling an increase in dental […]
Dorset dental patient warns of the risks of travelling abroad for treatment
A dental patient who travelled overseas for treatment has shared his story in a bid to encourage others to think twice before having treatment abroad. Pradip Pandya, from Wimborne, flew to India two years ago to have dental implant treatment. At the time, he was attracted by the fees, which were significantly lower than charges […]
Australian dentists issue dental tourism warning
Dentists in Australia have issued a warning over the safety of dental tourism. Deputy chair of the Australian Dental Association’s Oral Health Committee, Dr Michael Foley, said that its very common for people to choose to travel abroad for dental treatment purely as a result of cost. Saving money is the aim of the game […]
