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Laser crown lengthening in Mexico typically costs from _op_1198_price_from_ to _op_1198_price_to_. Prices depend on the number of teeth and the clinical technique used. In the US, the average price is _price_compare_US_average_. Patients save around _price_percent_discount_% by choosing Mexican dental centers. Most clinics include the initial consultation and digital X-rays in this price.

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Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing clinics with international ties offers the best value for North American patients. Bokanova Riviera Maya is accredited by the American Dental Association (ADA). This ensures US-standard quality at Mexican price levels. For complex cases, seeking specialists like Dr. Raul Bernal in Tijuana is wise. He brings 30 years of experience and training from Loma Linda University in California.

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Currency

Mexican peso (you also can pay for services in dollars)

Best period for the trip

December-April

Language

Spanish (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)

Visa

required for some countries

Time difference with Europe

7 hours

Time difference with the USA

1 hour

Capital

Mexico City

Medical tourism center

Mexico City

Popular resorts

Central and Southern Mexico

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

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Visas for travel to Mexico require a number of documents. Lists of documents includes:

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