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This section provides factual reference information on medical and dental procedures commonly sought through medical tourism. Each procedure page includes international price ranges, typical recovery times, common risks, key considerations, and questions you should ask any clinic before proceeding.
Price ranges reflect what international patients typically pay at clinics abroad — not domestic costs in the US, UK, or other high-income countries. Prices vary significantly by country, clinic, surgeon experience, and specific clinical requirements. Always confirm what is and is not included in any quoted price.
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dental
A dental implant is a titanium post surgically placed into the jawbone to serve as an artificial tooth root. A crown, bridge, or denture is then attached to the implant. The procedure typically requires two visits spaced several months apart to allow for osseointegration.
$800–$3,500
7 days
2
hair transplant
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) involves harvesting individual hair follicles from a donor area (typically the back of the head) and transplanting them to areas of thinning or baldness. Results take 9-12 months to fully develop. The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia.
$1,500–$8,000
10 days
1
cosmetic surgery
Rhinoplasty (nose reshaping surgery) is performed to change the shape, size, or proportions of the nose for aesthetic or functional reasons. It may involve modifying bone, cartilage, and skin. Open and closed approaches exist, each with different recovery profiles and scar visibility.
$2,500–$10,000
14 days
1
cosmetic surgery
Breast augmentation involves the placement of silicone or saline implants to increase breast size or restore volume. Fat transfer (lipofilling) is an alternative for modest increases. The procedure is performed under general anaesthesia and typically takes 1-2 hours. Implant placement can be subglandular or submuscular.
$3,000–$8,000
14 days
1
cosmetic surgery
Abdominoplasty removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen and tightens the underlying abdominal muscles. It is commonly sought after significant weight loss or pregnancy. Full abdominoplasty involves a hip-to-hip incision and navel repositioning. Mini-abdominoplasty addresses only the area below the navel.
$3,000–$9,000
28 days
1
weight loss
Sleeve gastrectomy removes approximately 80% of the stomach laparoscopically, creating a tube-shaped stomach that restricts food intake and reduces hunger hormones. It is one of the most commonly performed bariatric procedures worldwide. The procedure is irreversible and requires lifelong dietary changes.
$4,000–$15,000
21 days
1
oncology
Chemotherapy uses cytotoxic drugs to destroy or slow the growth of cancer cells. Treatment is administered intravenously or orally in cycles, with rest periods to allow the body to recover.
$5,000–$30,000
21 days
6
general surgery
Hernia repair surgically corrects a protrusion of tissue through a weakness in the abdominal wall. Laparoscopic and open approaches are both used, often with synthetic mesh reinforcement.
$1,500–$6,000
14 days
1