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Updated October 17, 2025

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2025 Lumineers Cost Guide: Top Destinations for Affordable Smiles

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does NOT constitute medical advice. Always consult a board-certified dentist or surgeon before making healthcare decisions. Ultra-thin porcelain veneers in Turkey and Mexico cost up to 80% less than in the US or UK! In Turkey, prices range from $200 to $400 per tooth, and in Mexico, from $500 to $1,400—compared to $2,000 US. Turkey's dental care market is set to reach $489 million by 2030, highlighting its status as a top des...

Smile makeover

Updated October 17, 2025

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Top 10 Rehab Centers According to Bookimed Ranking

Disclaimer: This content is NOT medical advice. Always consult a board-certified surgeon or rehabilitation specialist for personalized recommendations. Rehabilitation is the most effective option for people with severe conditions that cause physical limitations. As the conditions and their stages can differ in each person, specialists use the unique unit to measure the disease burden — YLDs (years lived with disability). It is calculated by multiplying of the disorder by the short- or lon...

Rehabilitation

Updated October 17, 2025

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Thailand Plastic Surgery Packages: Prices, Clinics & How to Plan Your Trip

Disclaimer: This content is NOT medical advice. Always consult a board-certified surgeon for a personalized assessment and treatment plan. More than 1.4 million international patients travel to Thailand annually for medical care — around 60% come specifically for cosmetic procedures. The country offers savings of 40% to 70% on popular treatments like breast augmentation, rhinoplasty, liposuction, and tummy tucks. For example, a nose job in Thailand costs between $800 and $5,500, while th...

Facial feminization surgery

Updated October 17, 2025

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Best Country for Stem Cell Treatment in 2025: Top Destinations & Costs

Disclaimer: This content is NOT medical advice. Always consult a board-certified physician before making any healthcare decisions. Stem cell therapies may not be suitable for everyone and individual results vary. Stem cells promise everything from pain relief to tissue healing. But what is the best country for this innovative treatment? According to Bookimed's database of 146 clinics in Mexico, 424 in Turkey, 134 in Thailand, and 91 in Colombia, serving over 890,000 stem cell therapy requests, ...

Stem Cell Therapy

Updated October 17, 2025

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How Much Does Facial Feminization Surgery (FFS) Cost in 2025?

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and is NOT medical advice. Always consult a board-certified surgeon for personalized recommendations. Tired of seeing a stranger in your own reflection? Curious about the price tag on confidence? In this article, Bookimed breaks down global pricing for facial feminization surgery (FFS), reveals top budget-friendly destinations, shares savvy payment tips, and answers the million-dollar question: is it worth it? Uncover all you've ever w...

Updated October 17, 2025

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How Much Does Stem Cell Therapy Cost in 2025?

Disclaimer: This content is NOT medical advice. Always consult a board-certified physician before making healthcare decisions. Are you struggling with chronic pain, a degenerative disease, or a sports injury that won't heal? Your body harbors an army of microscopic healers waiting to be unleashed. Stem cell therapy is an innovative medical treatment using the body's cells to repair and regenerate damaged tissues. But how much will it cost to access this potentially life-changing treatment? Dra...

Stem cell therapy

Updated October 17, 2025

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Sex Reassignment Surgery Guide: Everything You Need to Know from Preparation to Recovery

Sex reassignment surgery (SRS) is a monumental step toward living authentically embraced by many. In the U.S. alone, around 9,000 transgender surgeries take place annually, with numbers soaring 3 times in just a few years. Yet, this transformation often comes with a mix of excitement and apprehension. Patients harbor understandable fears and concerns about the surgical procedures, outcomes, and the impact on their lives moving forward. Will the results reflect my identity? What is recovery like?...

Updated October 1, 2025

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Denys's Laser Eye Surgery Experience in Turkey: A Clearer Life Ahead

Patient Profile: Name: Denys Origin: Netherlands Age: 20 Treatment destination: Istanbul, Turkey Treatment: Laser eye surgery (Relex Smile laser eye surgery) Clinic: Dünyagöz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler Laser vision correction has helped millions leave behind glasses and contact lenses—and Denys is one of them. Like many others searching for freedom from nearsightedness, he turned to modern eye surgery techniques and trusted support to make i...

ReLEx SMILE eye surgery

Ophthalmology

Patient stories

Updated October 1, 2025

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Affordable Dental Implants: Top 7 Countries With Best Offers

Imagine saving thousands on dental care while soaking up the sun in a beautiful location. This is the reality for many patients who turn to dental tourism, a booming industry worth $5.7 billion worldwide. Yet not everyone knows about the benefits of affordable dental care abroad. According to Bookimed's research, patients can get high-quality dental implants in countries like Turkey, Mexico, Poland, Hungary, Bulgaria, Costa Rica, and Thailand for as little as $350. In contrast, the same pro...

Dental Implant

Updated September 30, 2025

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Turkey Teeth Explained: World-Class Dental Treatments for Less

Every day, more than 2,000 dental cosmetic procedures are performed in Turkey, making it a top destination for affordable, high-quality dental care. Known as "Turkey Teeth," this trend attracts people worldwide seeking significant cost savings. For instance, dental implants in Turkey cost between $550 and $1,080, compared to $3,000 to $4,500 in the USA. Patients can obtain their perfect smiles affordably without sacrificing quality. In this article, Bookimed connects patients with leading clinic...

Smile makeover

Updated September 30, 2025

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How Does Male-to-Female (MTF) Bottom Surgery Work?

Everyone deserves to see their true identity reflected in the mirror. To attain this, many transgender women choose to undergo bottom surgery, a procedure that matches a person’s genitals with their gender identity. Bottom surgeries account for over 35% of gender-affirming procedures in the US. What's more, around 50% of trans women dream of having the surgery in the future. So what’s stopping them from making this pivotal step towards a more fulfilling life right now?...

Updated September 29, 2025

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Complete Guide to Breast Augmentation in Thailand: Costs, Clinics, and Recovery in 2025

Thailand has emerged as a premier global destination for breast augmentation surgery, performing about 15,300 procedures annually according to ISAPS 2023 data. With world-class medical facilities, internationally trained surgeons, and all-inclusive treatment packages, breast surgery in Thailand offers an appealing alternative to the high costs in Australia, New Zealand, and the USA. This guide covers costs, techniques, recovery, and safety considerations at top-rated clinics across the country. ...

Breast augmentation

Updated September 26, 2025

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How Much Does Transgender Surgery Cost in 2025?

Navigating the journey of gender transition involves not just emotional and physical aspects but also financial planning. If you're feeling anxious about affording transgender surgery, this article has you covered. Drawing on Bookimed's research of internal data and global market trends, it goes over what you might have to pay in 2025, how insurance can help, and where to get extra financial support. Why trust this guide Created per Bookimed’s Editorial Policy and Clinic Ranking Po...

Updated September 24, 2025

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How Much Does Male-to-Female (MTF) Surgery Cost in 2025?

Planning on conquering gender dysphoria through surgery but feeling worried about the cost? Bookimed's research, based on internal data and global market analysis, will clear up the financial fog. This comprehensive guide will break down the costs of MTF gender-affirming surgery so you can focus on what truly matters — a journey to becoming your most authentic self. Quick Overview: Average MTF top surgery cost: $5,000–$10,000. Average MTF bottom surgery cost: $10,000–$3...

Cochlear implant placement

Updated September 23, 2025

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Hip Replacement Costs Around the World: Affordable Medical Tourism Options

With the rising demand for affordable, high-quality medical care, medical tourism is becoming an increasingly popular option for hip replacement surgeries. The medical tourism market in Turkey is expected to reach over $10 billion by 2032, growing at a rate of about 14.5% annually. This growth reflects a rising trend in patients seeking affordable, high-quality medical care abroad. In the U.S., a hip arthroplasty can cost anywhere from $28,200 to $40,000, but in countries like Poland and Mexico,...

Hip replacement

Orthopedics

Updated September 22, 2025

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Affordable Cochlear Implant Cost: A Global Pricing Guide

Cochlear implants are becoming an essential solution as the World Health Organization predicts that by 2050, nearly 2.5 billion people will have some level of hearing loss. As healthcare costs soar, many are turning to medical tourism for affordable care without sacrificing quality. Countries like Turkey and Mexico offer cochlear implant surgeries for as low as $10,000, with facilities accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI) and compliant with International Organization for Standa...

Updated September 22, 2025

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Where to Get Cheap Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)? Top 5 Countries

Affordable rhinoplasty (nose job) that delivers excellent results without breaking the bank. Is it possible? Absolutely. This comprehensive guide focuses on surgical rhinoplasty (the most common type). In the U.S., the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports an average surgeon's fee of $7,600, with total costs typically reaching $8,500–$10,000 including facility and anesthesia fees. This is why many patients explore safe, high-quality options abroad at up to 60-65% lower total cost. ...

Rhinoplasty (nose job)