Treatments
Specific questions about dental, hair, aesthetic, bariatric, eye and fertility care.
Which treatments are most sought abroad?
Dentistry (implants, veneers, orthodontics), hair transplants, aesthetic surgery, bariatric surgery, laser eye surgery, fertility care and some orthopaedic implants. They are all schedulable, priced very differently between countries and have predictable recovery.
How many grafts do I need for a hair transplant?
It depends on how advanced your hair loss is and on the density of your donor area, not on a number quoted over the phone. Early hair loss may be solved with 1,500-2,500 grafts; advanced baldness may need two sessions. Be wary of anyone promising an exact figure without seeing high-resolution photos of your scalp, and even more of anyone offering 'unlimited grafts': the donor area is finite, and using it badly is irreversible.
What should I ask before a dental implant?
Three specific things: the exact brand and model of the implant, whether the price includes the crown and abutment, and how many visits the full treatment needs. A well-known implant brand can be serviced in any country; a generic one without traceability can leave you without spare parts ten years from now. Ask for the brand to appear in writing in the quote.
What requirements are usual for bariatric surgery?
A serious team asks, at minimum, for a body mass index within indication, recent lab work, an endoscopy, a psychological assessment and a pre-operative nutritional evaluation. If a clinic agrees to operate on you with nothing but a photo and a self-reported weight over WhatsApp, that is the single most important fact you will learn about that clinic.
Do fertility treatments follow the same rules in every country?
No, and this is one of the biggest legal differences in medical travel. Age limits, the number of embryos that may be transferred, donor anonymity, access for single women or same-sex couples, and surrogacy differ completely from country to country. Before booking anything, confirm in writing that your specific case is legal in the destination country.
Am I a candidate for laser eye surgery?
Only a full pre-operative work-up can tell: corneal topography, pachymetry, a prescription that has been stable for at least a year, and general eye health. Thin or irregular corneas rule out laser and point towards an intraocular lens instead. No clinic can confirm the technique before those tests; if it does, it is selling, not diagnosing.
Can I combine several surgeries in one trip?
Sometimes yes, but every added procedure lengthens anaesthesia and multiplies the risk of complications, especially blood clots. Packages bundling four or five operations into one session exist because they sell well, not because they are safer. Let the surgeon make that call after seeing your lab work, not a promotional catalogue.
Should the implant or prosthesis brand appear in the quote?
Yes, always: brand, model and batch number. That applies to breast implants, dental implants, hip or knee prostheses and intraocular lenses. This information is what lets any doctor anywhere follow up, act on a manufacturer safety recall or replace the part. On discharge, insist on the implant card or label.