1. Can India Help You Fake Your Age Like the Rich and Famous?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... than impeccable hygiene standards.  Both situations should be diligently avoided by combining online research with expert advice from medical tourism agencies.  A more distressing type of danger arises ...

2. Are Health Vacations Dangerous?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... low standards of hygiene just to save a few dollars.   Affordable Breast Reduction Surgery in the Philippines A health vacation to the Philippines may be right up your alley if all of the above checks ...

3. What Awaits You in Thailand?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

...  While the benefits of a medical vacation are clear, many still have valid concerns about hygiene and quality of care.  With all of these doubts and reservations, then, is it really worth it to consider ...

4. Is the UAE the New Thailand?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... too.  This makes any fears concerning the dangers of medical tourism (sanitation, safety and hygiene, unfounded for the average medical tourism traveler.  The UAE has well developed infrastructure and ...

5. Get Crowned in Hungary
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... tourism is the twin sister of medical tourism.  The only major difference, of course, is dental tourism’s focus on dental work and oral hygiene.  The Sunday Morning Herald notes that dental procedures ...

6. Dining in Costa Rica
(Destinations/Costa Rica)

...  that locals frequent. You’re more likely to find proper hygiene and quality.    Rice and beans aren’t just popular during lunch and dinner; they are part of all three meals served through out the ...

7. Can India Make You Sexier?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... world country” with poor hygiene?  How Safe Is Medical Tourism? As with all major cities, both good and bad neighborhoods are abundant in places like Mumbai, New Delhi, and Calcutta.  However, medical ...

8. How Safe Are Dental Medical Vacations?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... medical tourism offer help and information to the uninitiated.  When it comes to dental procedures, for example, individuals tend to be more cautious about hygiene and related aspects of dental tourism ...

9. Should You or Shouldn’t You Get Rhinoplasty?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... translate into reduced quality or substandard amenities and hygiene, as many would assume.  Despite India’s reputation as a third world country, the fact remains that Indian doctors are as much of an ...

10. How Much Do Root Canals Cost?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... as a root canal.  The root canals are filled and the tooth invariably receives a crown after this.  Untreated cavities, poor dental hygiene, and infection are the main factors leading to this particular ...

11. Traveling with Children
(Tips and Safety/Travel Tips for Parents)

...  Is your child fully inoculated for all of the diseases that he or she might be exposed to?  Does your child understand thing like airport security, sexual predators, hygiene, scams, and human  ...

12. Seeing-Eye Dogs
(Tips and Safety/Travel Tips for the Disabled)

... and hygiene will you be able to offer your dog?   Can you easily find medication?  Will you be able to find familiar dog food? Can your dog handle long flights and hard travel? It’s not uncommon ...

13. Be Realistic about Your Stamina and Health
(Tips and Safety/Travel Tips for Seniors)

... travel experience is comfortable.  In addition to stamina, you must also prepare yourself for certain dietary changes and varying hygiene levels:  Diet It’s not uncommon for elderly travelers  ...

14. Traveling While Pregnant
(Tips and Safety/Travel Tips for Women)

... tourism countries are in hot, humid countries with varying levels of hygiene (outside of hospital facilities), you face added risks.  In addition, you won’t be under the immediate care and supervision ...

15. Staying Healthy
(Tips and Safety/Travel Tips for Everyone)

... that you will be exposing yourself to new environments, new foods, and in some cases, new hygiene standards.  So even if your back surgery is a stunning success, diarrhea or malaria could quickly redefine ...

16. Three Medical Travel Myths
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

...  Hospital costs and overhead in developing countries are usually quite a deal lower than in the US, even after international standards of hygiene, quality of care, and service are applied.  This ...

17. How Much Does Laser Teeth Whitening Cost?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... dental hygiene, eating habits, and age.  Teeth whitening procedures are successful roughly 80% of the time, but in serious cases of teeth discoloration, one should consider crowns as an alternative.  ...

18. Can You Afford the Cost of Botox Injections
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... of the treatment, hygiene, and care at internationally-reputed hospitals in countries like India, medical tourism will only become more of a cultural phenomenon.    If plastic surgery financing ...

19. What Does India Know about Perfect Smiles?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... India advise you on dietary changes and help you in maintaining the dental health and hygiene. So, get that charming smile back to your face.  ...

20. Discover What Columbus Did Not!!! India and Her Beauty
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... Tourism Although many Westerners equate India with poor sanitation standards and squalor, this image is largely misplaced. Hygiene in private hospitals is among the best in the world as evidenced by the ...

21. Dining in Singapore
(Destinations/Singapore)

... options are on the lower side, and hygiene standards are superb.  Plus, they stay open till late with some open 24 hours a day. Singapore’s high standards of cleanliness assure that tap water is drinkable ...

22. Climate and Weather in Chennai
(Destinations/India)

... it’s cheap and the vendor will slice one right in front of you so you can be assured of hygiene.  Although they may look too tempting to resist, avoid the cut melons and juices sold at roadside ...

23. Rise in Dental Tourism Prompts Mexico to Create Forums for Dentists
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... with the prospect of paying high prices that eat away at their resources in the interest of maintaining dental hygiene.  However, with medical travel becoming ever more popular each year, affordable ...

24. How Much Does Nephrectomy Cost?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... to regulate urine removal and wound drainage for forty-eight hours.  Once removed, simple hygiene may resume and the dressing can be removed after forty-eight hours.  Healthcare professionals suggest ...

25. How Much Do Dental Veneers Cost?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

...  care apart from routine oral hygiene and acquiring them is a relatively painless procedure. To search the cost of dental veneers by country, please use our medical tourism pricing guide.    ...

26. Dining in New Delhi
(Destinations/India)

...  a Chinese outlet, although the cuisine is more a blend of Sino-Indian than authentic Chinese.  Avoid the meals on wheels variety of Chinese eatery – hygiene is almost always questionable.    Delhi’s ...

27. Recreation in Mumbai
(Destinations/India)

... and known locally as “bhel” - is renowned throughout the country, it doesn’t win any major points on hygiene.  Fortunately, there are juice shops and “bhel” outlets ...

28. Medical Tourism and Dental Care in India
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... This is in spite of the fact that oral hygiene does not rate high on the average Indian’s health check-list.  Research figures estimate that close to 90 percent of the country’s population ...

29. How Much Do Dental Fillings Cost?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

What are Dental Fillings and Who Needs Them? Cavities are a fairly common problem that affects most people at some time in their lives.  Insufficient brushing, poor dental hygiene, caustic foods, and ...

30. How Much Do Dental Implants Cost?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... charges, improved dental hygiene, and regular check-ups are often recommended after surgery. To see the cost of dental implants by country, consult our medical tourism pricing guide.  ...

31. How Much Do Dental Caps Cost?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

...  dental hygiene, and lifestyle to ascertain whether or not dental crowns are a viable option.  In some cases, dentures, dental crowns, traditional fillings, or braces might be more effective. Healthcare ...

32. Basking in a Dental Chair: Affordable Dental Care in Bangkok
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... and hygiene to evacuation signage in English.  Services include everything from a high tech cardiac center and obstetrics to general and specialized dental treatments at their upscale clinics on ...

33. Medical Tourism FAQs About Travel
(FAQs/FAQs About Travel)

... depend on tourist traffic have extra incentive to maintain a healthy and “clean” image. For a more complete discussion on food safety, please visit our Food, Water, and Hygiene section. return to the ...

34. Food Water and Hygiene
(Medical Tourism Safety/Travel Safety)

Because many medical tourism destinations are in developing countries, they don’t always have the same hygiene standards to which you might be accustomed.  In addition, your body might not be used to the ...

35. To Go or Not To Go on a Medical Vacation to India
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... true in developing countries where hygiene and safety are major concerns.  Supporters of medical tourism to countries like India argue that many healthcare centers in developing countries are world ...

36. The Joys of a Spa Vacation Package in Thailand
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... regulation and its enforcement of industry standards covering vitally important areas like safety, hygiene, service, and quality assurance. With oversight and planning like this, it’s easy to ...

37. Medical Tourism in the Philippines
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... the same procedure for under $1,000, or just one eighth of the cost.  But dental hygiene is not their only strong suit.  Patients from around the world flock to the Philippines for everything ...

38. Dental Bridges
(Procedures/Dental)

... place permanently.  Dental bridges usually last between 5 and 15 years with good oral hygiene and dental care.  ...

39. Dental Bonding
(Procedures/Dental)

... but have a tendency to chip.  The resin is generally stain-resistant, but not to the same degree as dental crowns.  No special care is necessary beyond good oral hygiene, which includes brushing twice ...