San Jose, Costa Rica. May 3, 2015 (The Costa Rica Star) – More North American and European travelers are engaging in the budding dental tourism segment, and they are seeking treatment at clinics such as the Flikier Dental Institute in Costa Rica. Dental tourists travel abroad with more than just affordability in mind; they are interested in modern, high-quality dental procedures as well as the opportunity to enjoy a vacation.

For various reasons, Costa Rica is already a major destination for medical tourists. To a certain extent, dental treatments put Costa Rica on the map with regard to medical vacations. A few decades ago, some backpackers and ecotourists discovered dental clinics in our country due to unexpected toothaches or the need for a cleaning during a prolonged vacation. Back then, these pioneers of dental tourism in Costa Rica found that:

• Many dentists in Costa Rica studied in the United States, Australia, England, Canada, etc.
• Quality of care is a priority among dental practitioners Costa Rica.
• Dental treatments are very affordable.

When these accidental dental tourists went back to their respective countries, they spread the word. Soon thereafter, visitors were booking vacations to Costa Rica with the specific intent of getting dental treatments, and thus dental tourism was born.

These days, dental tourists in Costa Rica seek clinics such as the Flikier Dental Institute, which offers the following advantages:

• Fluent English is spoken by all staff members. Some also speak French and Hebrew.
• A comprehensive team of dental practitioners who specialize in prosthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, implantology, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, digital radiography, and oral surgery.
• A staff who has trained at prestigious schools such as Boston University, University of Alberta, University of Chicago, Universitat de Valencia, University of Miami, and others.
• A centric and convenient location in an upscale neighborhood close to airports and attractions.
• International certifications.

On the subject of dental tourism, Dr Simon Flikier spoke to The Costa Rica Star about a specific procedure. According to Dr. Flikier, his clinic tends to attract dental travelers who seek modern, comprehensive treatments such as All-on-4, also known as Teeth in a Day. This treatment combines surgery and prosthetics that rehabilitates the edentulous maxilla and jaw with fixed prosthesis placed on the same day of surgery.

All-on-4 is a 21^st century procedure that reduces the invasive aspect of oral surgery for the purpose of implantation. It is often recommended for patients whose conditions go beyond the loss of teeth; when maxillary bone loss is an issue, All-on-4 can significantly restore oral health. When it comes to aesthetic and healthy restorations of smiles, Dr. Flikier’s practice uses Zirconia Crowns, which are more durable and less prone to abrasion.

In the United States, an All-on-4 treatment using materials such as Zirconia Crowns may cost between $25,000 to $35,000 and even higher. At the Flikier Dental Institute, dental tourists can realize savings of 30 percent on these treatments.

Advanced dental procedures such as All-on-4 require minimal convalescence, which means less time for bedrest recovery and more time to enjoy Costa Rica; to this effect, Dr. Flikier’s clinic also offers assistance to dental tourists insofar as tour operator referrals, discounts, and more. For busy dental tourists who only have a couple of days to get a procedure done, the Flikier Dental Institute can make special arrangements to assist the patient.

For more information about dental tourism and the treatments performed by Dr. Flikier and his team, please visit http://www.dentalinstitutecr.com/ or call toll free from the United States: 866-638-1102.