subject: Why Dental Care Is Better In Thailand Than Your Home [print this page] A few years ago my friend needed dental work done. At the time their job offered health and dental care which they took advantage of. Seeing the hundreds of dollars deducted from their pay check every month kind of hurt, but they figured it would pay off when something happened.
Well, something did happen and wow did it happen! I was blown away by the cost figure of $6,000 dollars. This is the amount to be paid pay AFTER insurance.
They looked up and said, "I can't afford that". The nurse gave a half hearted pity look, handed paperwork over and rushed my friend out of the office.
It was at that point that my friend knew having them as a client meant nothing to the clinic, just a number to the dental office.
To make a long story short, I spoke with a friend who was currently living in Asia and he convinced me that traveling to Thailand to get dental work done was a very good idea. The cost would be under $2,000. Not bad, a much needed vacation and much needed dental work done at once. I saw the light and hopefully you will too.
The flight ticket to Bangkok was $815 roundtrip including taxes. The dental work done was about $500. The hotel and standard traveling expenses were $600.
Coming back relaxed from a great vacation and saving over $3,000 dollars in dental care was a great feeling.
It wasn't just the money, nor was it the experience, but it was the feeling of being a real person to the Thai dental office, not just a number.
They always smile when they see you. They remember your name and add the respectful prefix of "Coon". If you need anything or had a question, they were more than happy to assist.
They actually make you feel respected and wanted. They give you great care and save you thousands of dollars in the process. Outside of normal routine cleanings which are mostly covered by insurance plans, my friend will never have dental work done back home
Oh and by the way, it's been over four years now and there have been no problems with the work done in Thailand.
