There are many excellent locations in Mexico to receive safe dentistry. Cozumel is one of our favorites. It is a beautiful island, with fantastic dentists, and extremely affordable prices. Keep reading to discover why it makes a perfect dental destination.
Where Is Cozumel?
Cozumel is an island located off Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. It makes for a brilliant tourist destination due to its beaches, coastline, and overall tropical vibe. On top of this, its medical tourism industry has recently started to take off. San Miguel is the main town, with a population of around 100,000. It is here that you can find many high-quality dental clinics.
Pick A Professional And Safe Dentist
You want to select a very high-quality dentist. Ones that we recommend are:
- Dr. Jorge I. Cuauhtli Lojero:
- Medidental
- Advanced Dental Care - Cozumel
- Centro de Ortodoncia y Estetica Dental
Why do we recommend them? Because in terms of patient satisfaction, they are the top-rated clinics on the island. Furthermore, the qualifications and skill levels of the dentists have also been background checked by us, to make sure they meet an international standard. Last off, the technology and equipment, used at the clinics, is the same as what is used by dentists in the US and Canada. You won't find that any shortcuts are taken when it comes to providing dental services
Why not do a search on our site to bring up the clinics pages. You will be able to find out more information, including bios of the dentists, and reviews from previous patients. You can even contact the directly through the web page, to get more information and even book a consultation.
Find Out The Prices
The islands dentistry prices are very affordable, especially when compared to those in the US and Canada. Have a look at the tables below for a price comparison of common dental surgeries and treatments.
|
Price in the US (USD) |
Price on Cozumel (USD) |
Total Savings (USD) |
|
|
Zirconia Crown |
$1,600 |
$450 |
$1,150 |
|
Titanium Dental Implant |
$2,200 |
$1,200 |
$1,000 |
|
Full Denture |
$2,200 |
$600 |
$1,600 |
|
Root Canal Treatment |
$2,200 |
$600 |
$1,600 |
|
Price in Canada (CAD) |
Price on Cozumel (CAD) |
Total Savings (CAD) |
|
|
Zirconia Crown |
$2,200 |
$600 |
$1,600 |
|
Titanium Dental Implant |
$3,000 |
$1,600 |
$1,400 |
|
Full Denture |
$3,000 |
$800 |
$2,200 |
|
Root Canal Treatment |
$3,000 |
$800 |
$2,200 |
Safety In General
Mexico can sometimes get a bad reputation for general safety, however, this is only in particular areas, and the concerns are usually out of proportion to the risk. Overall, Cozumel is an extremely safe area in Mexico. This doesn't mean you can behave irresponsibly. Use the same level of caution that you would at home. Really, all you need to do is not leave your valuables unattended, and not start unnecessary confrontations and arguments.
Hopefully, you now know why the island is a great place for safe dentistry. Cozumel is likely to become the next mecca for dental tourists, so get in early while the prices are still low and the beaches uncrowded.