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Even amidst the on- going economic crisis, dental tourists are heading towards Asian countries for various dental treatments.  India, which has been making news in the recent past as a medical tourism hub, still continues to attract a large number of dental tourists.  So what is it that has sustained dental tourism?
The U.S is facing a dental crisis and only 50% of the population has dental insurance.  Even those who have medical benefits are not always privileged for a dental coverage.  This has encouraged patients to travel abroad for the care of their teeth. 
In addition to zero or low dental insurance coverage, the cost of dental treatments are extremely high and this has given a strong reason for patients to opt for dental tourism.  A patient who requires a root canal treatment for a front tooth would end up paying $350-$600 and the same treatment would cost anywhere between $800-41000 for a crown tooth.  When you compare these prices with that of prices in India, the difference is overwhelming.  The same procedures would cost around $35-125 in India.
Apart from spending just a fraction of the amount you would spend in the US, you get to holiday in exotic locales of the East.  Also, dentists in India are highly qualified and experienced at their work.  Dental tourists who have been treated in India are highly satisfied with the treatments they have received.  Dental tourism in India sure gives a lot more than just great teeth indeed!