Insurance is an important consideration for dental tourists. Understanding your options helps protect you financially and medically.
Types of Insurance to Consider
Travel Insurance
- Covers trip cancellation/interruption
- Emergency medical care (not planned dental)
- Lost luggage and delays
- Emergency evacuation
Medical Tourism Insurance
- Specifically covers planned procedures abroad
- May cover complications
- Some cover revision surgery
- More expensive but more comprehensive
What Standard Travel Insurance Doesn't Cover
- Planned dental procedures
- Complications from elective treatment
- Follow-up care at home
- Return trips for corrections
Questions to Ask Insurers
- Does this cover planned dental treatment abroad?
- Are complications from treatment covered?
- What's the coverage limit?
- Is there a waiting period?
- What documentation is required?
Alternative Protection
Credit Card Benefits
- Some cards offer travel protection
- Purchase protection for services
- Check your card's terms
Clinic Guarantees
- Written warranties from the clinic
- Complication coverage policies
- Free revision agreements
Financial Protection Tips
- Pay by credit card for added protection
- Don't pay 100% upfront
- Get detailed receipts
- Keep all documentation
- Budget for potential complications
Recommended Approach
- Get comprehensive travel insurance
- Consider medical tourism add-on
- Choose clinic with strong guarantees
- Pay by credit card
- Keep emergency fund available