Top Destinations for Medical Tourism

Top Destinations for Medical Tourism
By Jane Davis of Plastic Surgery Guide
(Special for Caribbean News Digital)

With cosmetic surgery prices becoming astronomical in today's economy, the allure of medical tourism is ever-increasing. Tragically, many people tend to paint a negative picture of traveling for that extra nip/tuck, with horror stories that range from ill-trained physicians to organ harvesters. Don't let the bad economic times stop you from getting that brow lift or breast augmentation you need? Consider traveling abroad to these following locations to get your next procedure done by a trained professional!

The following factors should be considered before traveling abroad for plastic surgery:

- Get yourself vaccinated before heading to a new country. The last thing you want to do is get sick when you're on a medical trip!
- See if you can have some of the cost paid by your insurance company. Most medical insurance companies do not cover cosmetic enhancement procedures. Better if you have cosmetic surgery financing plans.
- Make use of an international plastic surgeon directory so that you only get the best of care.

Now onto the Top Destinations For Medical Tourism:

1. India. India is quickly becoming one of the top destinations for medical tourism. For instance, a tummy tuck costs about $10,000 in the United States, but can be as little as $4,500 out in India. Moreover, dental implants would cost a similar $10,000 in the US, but can be yours for the low price of $1,500 in India. Really, if you're looking for a great place for amazing medical tourism, be sure to look through a plastic surgeon directory of India's highly-trained medical professionals and book your ticket today!

2. Thailand. This amazing South Asian country might have gotten a bad reputation over the years, but you really cannot beat the amazing cosmetic surgery prices you're going to be finding here. For example, that $10,000 tummy tuck in the US is going to be only $5,500 in Thailand, while a dental implant is only $2,000, which is pennies when compared to the $10,000 US price tag. This is definitely one of the best places to head to for quality and affordable plastic surgery.

3. Panama. Many people don't know about heading to Panama for medical tourism, but it's really one of the most affordable destinations for people looking to save a dime on cosmetic surgery. In general, you can expect a 50% reduction in cost between procedures in Panama and in the United States. In that regard, a $5,000 breast augmentation can cost as little as $2,500 and a $10,000 in the States can be a $5,000 tummy tuck in Panama!

4. South Korea. Besides being one of the biggest economies in the world, South Korea is one of the best destinations for plastic surgery. An eyelid surgery, which can make your eyes look more youthful, can cost as much as $4,600 in the United States, while in Korea is a paltry $1,100. A $10,000 dental implant is cheap in South Korea, yours for only $2,000. Finally, a face lift costs about $15,000 in the States but is only $5,000 in South Korea.

5. Costa Rica. Known for its sunny beaches and clean ocean views, this is also one of the best places for unbeatable prices for plastic surgery! That $15,000 face lift in the States is only $6,500 in Costa Rica, while a breast enlargement is cheap at $4,000 when compared to the price in the US, which is upwards to $10,000.

6. Brazil. Known for having high-quality plastic surgeons. Compared to United States' price, plastic surgery procedures cost 80% much cheaper in Brazil. Based in an article of Medscape.com, the country has the most cosmetic surgery procedures per capita. Breast Reduction is very popular in Brazil.