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Onlay bone graft in Mexico typically costs from _op_1187_price_from_ to _op_1187_price_to_. The final price depends on the graft material, surgical complexity, and the specific dental hub chosen. Patients save around _price_percent_discount_% compared to the US, where this procedure costs _price_compare_US_average_ on average. Most Mexican clinics include the surgical procedure, diagnostic imaging like CBCT scans, and follow-up visits in their standard pricing.

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Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing a clinic with an in-house lab like YeahSmile in Cancun can significantly reduce overall costs. This setup avoids external markup on materials and speeds up the treatment timeline. Look for specialists like Dr. Esteban Barragan, who holds a PhD in bone regeneration. His 28 years of experience ensures high-precision grafting, which is vital for long-term dental implant success. Clinics such as Ortodoncia CDMX offer packages starting around $1,150 using original Straumann materials, providing high-tier quality at mid-range prices.

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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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