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Tooth whitening in India typically costs from _op_440_price_from_ to _op_440_price_to_. The final price depends on the chosen whitening technology, the clinic tier, and the number of sessions required to reach the desired shade. In the US, similar professional treatments cost about _price_compare_US_average_ on average. Most clinical sessions include a dental consultation, professional cleaning, and the whitening procedure itself.

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Bookimed Expert Insight. Choosing top-tier centers like FMS International Dental Center provides access to award-winning aesthetic dentistry. Some clinics, such as Trisa Dental Solutions, offer free airport transfers for international patients. While prices are low, experts like Dr. Seby Varghese bring over 25 years of experience to smile makeovers. Many clinics now use digital smile designing to preview results before starting.

","faq":[{"q":"What documents are required to apply for a visa to India for treatment?","a":"

Visa for travel to India requires a number of documents. The necessary list of documents includes:

"},{"q":"What hotel services are provided here?","a":"

In India, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. Most tourists choose 4 and 5-star hotels. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied European and Asian food, a vast, well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have a water park available to guests. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.

"},{"q":"Do I need a visa?","a":"

International patients are required to receive an electronic visa (e-Visa). The maximum period of stay in the country with this visa type is 6 months. Read more about the visa terms for treatment in India here.

"},{"q":"What is the level of medicine in India?","a":"

Healthcare in India is based on cost-effective models. Most of the hospitals are private — 65% of annual GDP is out-of-pocket medical payments.

1.4 mln doctors provide excellent treatments in the country. 74% of the Indian medical care is private. The local healthcare centers have international and national certificates that confirm the high quality of services and patients' safety:

India has 39 JCI-accredited medical centers in contrast with 20 JCI-certified facilities in Germany and 10 hospitals in Israel.

"},{"q":"What should you know about India before the trip?","a":"

Currency

Indian Rupee (you also can pay for services in USD)

Best period for the trip

October-March

Language

Hindi (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)

Visa

is required

Time difference with Europe

5 hours

Time difference with the USA

10 hours

Capital

New Delhi

Medical tourism center

Mumbai, New Delhi

Popular resorts

Goa, Jaipur, Mumbai

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