In his novel Don Quixote, the Spanish writer Miguel de Cervantes wrote: “Every tooth in a man's head is more valuable than a diamond.” Unfortunately, with the cost of dentistry in the UK at an eye-watering high, the same can now be said for dental implants as well.
Maintaining good oral health is becoming an increasingly unaffordable luxury for many Brits. NHS dentists are a dying breed as many are turning to private practice. The few remaining NHS dentists are unable to take on new patients and struggle to provide timely care to their existing patients. This leaves many people with no option but to go private as well. Prices for private dentists vary greatly, but even the most reasonably priced will lighten your wallet considerably. In a field where even the cost of a check-up can make you wince, the price of dental implants is out of reach for many. They are the most costly cosmetic procedure you can get and are usually only available privately. Dental implants are available on the NHS only in exceptional circumstances, for example if you have lost teeth as a result of cancer or an accident and are unable to wear dentures.
So what’s the alternative?
Dental tourism has been popular for a number of years as the price of dental care has skyrocketed in the UK and elsewhere. Britain is now the third most expensive country for dental treatment behind the US and Canada. The Czech Republic is considered one of the top 10 global dental tourism destinations and is an excellent place to undergo dental implant surgery. Here’s why:
We take the pain out of pricing
They say you can’t put a price on a smile, but we beg to differ. In the UK you can expect to pay between £1800 and £3000 per implant. At Praga Medica, our prices start from €598. That means that even after factoring travel and accommodation costs, dental implants in the Czech Republic will always cost you less.
No waiting time
If you are one of the lucky few who are eligible for dental implants on the NHS and one of the even luckier few to have an NHS dentist, your luck will probably run out when it comes to getting an appointment. If your situation is not considered urgent, you may not be seen for weeks or even months. The mental and physical fallout from having missing, damaged or rotten teeth cannot be underestimated. The negative effects on self-esteem impact all areas of a person’s life from the personal to the professional. Damaged teeth can cause physical pain as well as emotional and poor oral health has been linked to heart disease, diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease.
If you opt to have dental implant surgery in the Czech Republic you can be seen immediately. There are no waiting lists for treatment and our dentists are ready when you are.
Czech dentists are highly skilled
Czech dentists are mandatory members of the Czech Dental Chamber, which ensures they adhere to the highest codes of practice and professionalism. They are required to undertake continuing education and lifelong learning, which ensures their skills and knowledge remain up to date and they gain proficiency with the newest techniques and technologies. Medical institutions in the Czech Republic provide high-quality training and education in foreign languages, allowing dentists to work in other countries. Germany, Austria and Switzerland are popular destinations for Czech dentists.
Our implantologists have over 20 years’ experience, work with the most advanced dental tech and materials available and perform hundreds of dental implant surgeries every year.
High tech you can trust
Our dental clinics are equipped with the latest technology to ensure your implant surgery is as swift, precise, painless and natural-looking as possible. This includes computer-assisted implant surgery (CAIS) to guarantee accurate implant placement and CAD/CAM (computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing) to improve the design and creation of dental restorations such as crowns and veneers to ensure they are durable, fit perfectly and look perfect. Cutting-edge CEREC technology means ceramic crowns and veneers can be created while you wait, avoiding the need for repeat visits to the clinic.
Czech healthcare is top tier
The standard of healthcare in the Czech Republic is very high and the Czech system is considered one of the best in the EU. Dental organisations within the EU are working together to ensure that quality of care and training is standardised across all EU member states. You can expect to have access to the same level of care and expertise as you would back home, but at a fraction of the price.
At Praga Medica we understand the value of a healthy smile
We know a nice smile is about more than just looking good. It’s also about feeling good and protecting your health from the downstream effects of tooth decay and gum disease. The technology and techniques our implantologists use place equal importance on form and function, so you can have beautiful teeth that last a lifetime. We don’t want you to bite off more than you can chew financially, so our competitive pricing and excellent value for money reflects that. We have helped thousands of patients live their lives to the full once more without shame or embarrassment, so please get in touch with our treatment coordinators to see how we can help you smile with confidence again.
Our experts are on hand to answer all your questions and can provide a free medical evaluation within 48 hours!