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Bookimed is free for patients – clinics pay us a commission, and you pay the clinic its own price with no markup. Five steps to your functional crown lengthening in Thailand:

  1. Share your case

    Tell us about your tooth and share your recent dental X-rays and close-up photos of the affected tooth and gum.

  2. Get treatment plans

    Your coordinator finds clinics that match your needs and helps you choose. Your preferred clinics then send personalized treatment plans and quotes for you to compare.

  3. Plan your trip

    We set treatment dates that work for you and help arrange your flights and accommodation.

  4. Visit the clinic

    Treatment may take 2 trips to the clinic. The clinic team performs your functional crown lengthening on the first visit. We support you throughout your treatment.

  5. Complete your treatment

    Treatment usually takes 3–6 months and ends with your final crown. Your coordinator stays in touch and helps arrange a follow-up if you need one.

Some clinics ask for a deposit. A $200 or €200 deposit paid through Bookimed comes off your clinic bill and is refundable up to 10 calendar days before your visit. A deposit paid to the clinic follows its own terms.

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Functional crown lengthening Prices by Clinic in Thailand

SmileBox Dental Clinic - Thonglor, Sukhumvit BranchSmileBox Dental Clinic - Thonglor, Sukhumvit Branch

SmileBox Dental Clinic - Thonglor, Sukhumvit Branch

Thailand, Bangkok

Vishal Sehgal

9 years of experience
Vishal Sehgal
Clinic is certified :
Dental Association of Thailand
Straumann® Dental Implant System Official Provider
4.9
diagnostics
Consultation with a dentist $15
Clinic's page
Kitcha Dental ClinicKitcha Dental Clinic

Kitcha Dental Clinic

Thailand, Chiang Mai

Pawak Tungthangthum

17 years of experience
Pawak Tungthangthum
accreditations :
The International Congress of Oral Implantologists
The Thai Association of Dental Implantology
The Dental Association of Thailand
Invisalign Provider Training
Clinic is certified :
Dental Association of Thailand
International Team for Implantology
Straumann® Dental Implant System Official Provider
American Dental Association
American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
4.4
diagnostics
Panoramic X-ray$15 - $30
CT of the mandible$80 - $180
Clinic's page

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Cost and clinics

Typical functional crown lengthening price in ThailandClinicsCitiesFunctional crown lengthening dentistsDentist credentials to look for
$220 / ฿7,500–$450 / ฿15,3002 clinicsBangkok (0 clinic), Chiang Mai (0)1 dentistDAT

The procedure

Before the tripTime in ThailandNights in hospitalOperation timeAnesthesiaBack to desk workFinal result
Have dental exam treat gum inflammation control caries stop smoking inform clinic about blood thinners1–3 daysNone (outpatient procedure)30–90 minutesLocal1–3 days3–6 months

How much does a Functional crown lengthening cost in Thailand?

Functional crown lengthening in Thailand is estimated from $220 / ฿7,500 to $450 / ฿15,300. The final quote depends on gum and bone contouring needs, clinic tier, and location.

ThailandTurkeyThe USA
Functional crown lengthening≈ $220 / ฿7,500from $88 / ฿3,000≈ $900 / ฿30,600
Data verified by Bookimed as of November 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 63 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.

How to choose a Functional crown lengthening clinic in Thailand

For functional crown lengthening in Thailand, first narrow the clinic choices, then consult the dentist, confirm who performs each stage, and ask about qualifications.

What to check

  • Compare locations

    Bookimed lists 2 clinics for functional crown lengthening in Thailand – its top-ranked clinics are in Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Use these cities to focus your search.

  • Initial consultation

    Meet the dentist and discuss your medical history before treatment, so risks and suitability can be assessed first.

  • Treatment roles

    Ask whether the dentist you consult will perform the needed technique and key stages, rather than assistants, and who will make the restoration.

  • Professional standing

    Ask whether the dentist is licensed by the Dental Council of Thailand, and ask about their training and qualifications before proceeding.

Discover Functional crown lengthening Clinics in Thailand

Clinic NamePatient RatingAboutAccreditationsLead DoctorTechniques
SmileBox Dental Clinic - Thonglor, Sukhumvit Branch

Bangkok

 3.4 (2 reviews)

SmileBox Dental Clinic specializes in Functional crown lengthening with a team of highly skilled dental professionals. Dr. Vishal Sehgal, a D.D.S graduate with First Class Honors from Rangsit University, brings advanced expertise in dental surgery and implantology, complemented by his dual MSc studies in Germany and Thailand. The clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure precise and effective treatment outcomes.

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Vishal Sehgal
Consultation with a dentist
Kitcha Dental Clinic

Chiang Mai

 5.0 (1 review)

Kitcha Dental Clinic is a Chiang Mai dental center with over 30 years of experience handling 10,000 patients each year. Its core specialties are general dentistry and maxillofacial surgery for adults and children. Credentials include the American Dental Association and membership in the International Team for Implantology. Official provider of Straumann® implants, using original Swiss materials. Services span cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, implantology, endodontics, and pediatric care. Uses digital X-rays, 3D imaging, and laser dentistry for precision treatment. Treats patients from Europe, the Commonwealth, Asia, the USA, Canada, and Australia. Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

—
Pawak Tungthangthum
Panoramic X-ray, CT of the mandible

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Pawak Tungthangthum
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Pawak Tungthangthum

17 years of experience

Dr. Pawak Tungthangthum brings over 17 years of specialized dental expertise, trained in both Thailand and the USA.

  • Head of Dental Department at Bangkok Chiang Mai Hospital
  • Specialized in esthetic restorative and implant dentistry
  • Member of The American Dental Association
  • Trained in advanced implantology at Los Angeles School of Dentistry
Vishal Sehgal
verified

Vishal Sehgal

9 years of experience

Dr. Vishal Sehgal is a dental professional at SmileBox Dental Clinic in Bangkok. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery with First Class Honors from Rangsit University. He is pursuing dual Master of Science degrees in Implantology and Dental Surgery. Dr. Sehgal founded the "English for Dentists" course to help professionals treat international patients.

  • Holds psychological certifications from Johns Hopkins University and Yale University.
  • Lectures at the School of Dentistry, King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology.
  • Specializes in dental implants, veneers, and invisible aligners.
  • Works at a clinic treating 1,600 patients annually from the USA, Europe, and Australia.

Is a Functional crown lengthening right for you?

Functional crown lengthening may suit you if too little tooth is exposed to support a restoration. In Thailand, it reshapes gum tissue and, when needed, bone to expose more tooth structure. Whether it suits you depends on your tooth and health.

Functional crown lengthening may suit you if:

  • You have too little tooth showing to hold a restoration, such as a short crown or limited tooth above the bone.
  • Tooth decay or a fracture extends below your gum line.
  • Your restoration’s edge sits too close to the bone, affecting the natural space between tooth and bone (biologic width).
  • You have root resorption or a perforation near the bone crest.

Consider another option or wait if:

  • You have diabetes that is not under control. Get your diabetes under control before treatment.
  • You have poor oral hygiene or untreated active periodontitis. Treat active gum disease and improve your oral hygiene first.
  • You recently had jaw radiation treatment or take bisphosphonates or other antiresorptive medicines linked to osteonecrosis (bone damage) risk. Ask the dentist to assess your risk before treatment.
  • Your tooth may not have enough root left to support a restoration after bone removal. Ask the dentist to assess the tooth’s root support.
  • You have a bleeding disorder that is not medically controlled. Get it medically controlled before treatment.

A dentist may suggest orthodontic extrusion (forced eruption) if bone removal could weaken support or harm appearance. Deep margin elevation (DME) may move the restoration margin above the gum without surgery, while gingivectomy may suit cases needing soft-tissue removal only.

Before you book:

  • Bring a panoramic dental X-ray (OPG) and a periapical X-ray of the affected tooth.
  • Prepare close-up photos of the tooth and gum.
  • Bring your dentist’s treatment plan.
  • Ask: “Could deep margin elevation move my restoration margin above the gum without surgery?”
  • Ask: “Would removing bone leave enough root to support my restoration?”

Bookimed helps you find clinics and pass on your records and questions. The clinic’s doctor reviews them and decides whether functional crown lengthening suits you.

Why choose Thailand for a Functional crown lengthening

Affordable dental treatment with international-patient support

Typical pricevs Thailand
Thailand (this page)$220 – $450–
US from $900+309%
Turkey from $88−60%

Where to get a Functional crown lengthening in Thailand

For functional crown lengthening in Thailand, Bangkok and Chiang Mai have equal clinic availability, giving patients a choice between two city settings. Bangkok offers coordinated visitor support, while Suvarnabhumi Airport is about 30 km from the city center, so allow for a transfer into town.

Functional crown lengthening recovery timeline: what to expect week by week

You can usually fly home after 1–3 days, once bleeding is controlled and your surgeon approves. Desk work often resumes in 1–3 days, while strenuous duties should wait a few days. Light exercise can usually resume after about a week, but avoid heavy straining until the site settles. Your final result usually takes 3–6 months, after the gum tissue stabilizes and the final restoration is made.

  1. Days 1–3

    Swelling, mild discomfort, and minor oozing may occur. A protective dressing may cover the site. You may fly home after 1–3 days with your surgeon’s approval once bleeding is controlled; choose soft, cool foods.

  2. Days 7–14

    Your sutures, or stitches, are removed as your gums heal, and gentle cleaning resumes. Avoid hard or sharp foods on the site.

  3. Weeks 6–12

    Your gum margin, or gum edge, stabilizes, and the final crown or restoration is made after the tissue matures. A routine review checks tissue maturation before the final restoration.

When to contact your clinic: Contact your clinic if bleeding will not stop, pain increases after a few days, or you develop a fever of 100.4°F or higher. For chest pain or sudden breathlessness after a long flight, seek emergency help locally.

Traveling to Thailand for a Functional crown lengthening

Plan to stay in Thailand for 1–3 days after the procedure before flying home. US and UK passport holders can enter without a visa for up to 30 days, and a longer stay for planned medical treatment may need a medical-treatment visa.

When What happens
Before the procedure Arrival, consultation and tests
1–3 days after Flight home
6–13 weeks after Healing before restoration

Before you fly

  • Visa. US and UK passport holders may stay visa-free for up to 30 days. Longer medical stays may need a medical-treatment visa. All non-Thai nationals must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card online before entry.
  • Passport. The US State Department strongly recommends that your US passport be valid for at least six months beyond arrival. Your UK passport must have an expiry date at least six months after arrival and at least one blank page.
  • Medicines. US travelers should carry prescription medication in its original packaging with the doctor's prescription and check with Thai Customs and the FDA that it is legal. UK travelers should carry a medication supply. Some UK medicines may be unavailable or illegal. A prescription copy can help doctors identify your medicine.
  • Hand luggage. Bring a panoramic dental X-ray (OPG), periapical X-ray of the affected tooth, close-up photos of the tooth and gum, the dentist's treatment plan or referral note, and a list of blood thinners.

Getting there and staying

  • Airports. Phuket Airport (HKT) is 32 km from the city center.
  • Flight time. Phuket is about 9,900 km from London, with about 12–13 hours flying, and about 14,600 km from New York, with about 17–18 hours flying. A connection adds time.
  • Emergency. In a medical emergency, call 191 and ask for an ambulance.

When to go

  • Weather. In Phuket, average daytime highs stay at about 31–34 °C all year. The wettest months, with 100 mm of rain or more, are April–November.
  • Season. December to March is drier, which may make a recovery trip easier. April to November brings heavier rain, while daytime highs remain hot year-round.

Insurance and changes

  • Health insurance. Medicare and Medicaid do not apply overseas. US travelers should make sure their health insurance covers them overseas. UK travelers cannot use a UK GHIC or EHIC in Thailand.
  • Hospital payment. All hospitals require a guarantee of payment before treating patients.

Flying home

  • Fit to fly. You can usually fly home after 1–3 days, once bleeding is controlled.
  • Take home. Take your records and prescriptions home.

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Thailand Functional crown lengthening Reviews at Bookimed: Discover Patients' Insights

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Jacques • Consultation with a dentist
Canada
Apr 27, 2026
Verified review.
What would I say to a friend who’s hesitating? Just go for it
What would I say to a friend who’s hesitating? Just go for it. My biggest fear was not understanding the treatment plan or feeling rushed, but that wasn’t the case at all. The dentist was very patient and took the time to explain each step to me in detail. It was reassuring. The overall organisation ran smoothly and the whole clinic team were professional and happy to answer my questions. Coordination via Bookimed simplified the whole process, which helped reduce the stress of having a medical appointment abroad. I left with clear information and a good overall impression.
Proof of payment!
The language barrier. It’s difficult to fully understand and explain our needs in detail
About Tooth Dental Clinic
Sylvain Bridelance • Denture
Finland
Mar 19, 2025
Verified review.
I would like to thank BIDC and also Bookimed for their professionalism
Hello everyone, like many other people before an operation, I wasn't feeling very well. The staff at the clinic immediately reassured and accompanied me. Believe me or not, I didn't feel a thing. The dental surgeon fitted the 2 implants in 40 minutes, and I had no infections whatsoever. My Bookimed advisor (Péguy) was with me from the start and is still with me today. I would like to thank BIDC and also Bookimed for their professionalism. Sylvain B.
The clinic's simplicity and professionalism.
I was very cold during the operation.
About Bookimed service
I communicated more in French with Péguy, my referent, and he took care of all the appointments and emails. It was as if he'd come with me.
Bangkok International Dental Center
Noel Julie • Wisdom tooth removal
United States of America
Feb 21, 2023
Verified review.
The wisdom teeth extraction was done so fast with utmost care
It is a clean hospital and the wisdom teeth extraction was done so fast with utmost care. The dentist and dental personnel can speak fluent English which is important for most people like I. For wisdom teeth extraction the cost was 20000 baht for 4 teeth( including medication and nurse charge), but it all depends if the teeth has impacted. I would highly recommend the clinic.
Bangkok International Dental Center
Anonymous • Consultation with a dentist
Apr 24, 2023
Verified review.
Review photo
I recommend
Hello ! It’s very convenient that I was booked into the clinic in advance and I didn’t have to look for anyone! I came to the dentistry, I was very warmly greeted ☺️ They took me to the doctor, checked everything, took pictures and even immediately filled the tooth! It's nice that they explain everything clearly! And their prices are very affordable for everyone 😊 I recommend
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Hi all! It’s very convenient that I was booked into the clinic in advance and I didn’t have to look for anyone! I came to the dentistry, I was very warmly greeted ☺️ They took me to the doctor, checked everything, took pictures and even immediately filled the tooth! It's nice that they explain everything clearly! And their prices are very affordable for everyone 😊 I recommend
Bangkok International Dental Center
STEPHANE DERUYK • Veneers
France
Mar 3, 2025
Verified review.
The staff were very attentive, available, friendly and smiling!
I really appreciated the speed with which the veneers were made, as well as all the explanations given by the dentist. Everything went very quickly, in accordance with everything that had been planned. The staff were very attentive, available, friendly and smiling! The prices are very attractive compared with prices in France.
Results and prices
Pas de.interpretre
Bangkok International Dental Center
Nathan Perry • Hollywood Smile
United States of America
Nov 4, 2025
Verified review.
Review photo
I received excellent treatment by a highly trained staff that ensured the outcome was excellent
I highly recommend Kitcha Dental in Chiang Mai, Thailand for veneers. I received excellent treatment by a highly trained staff that ensured the outcome was excellent.
Dentist expertise
About Bookimed service
I was pleased with the options presented and the communication.
Kitcha Dental Clinic
Markus Schales • Tooth Whitening
Switzerland
Jan 26, 2025
Verified review.
I can only recommend it
I was in Thailand for the 1st time dentist. Everything went as promised from the cost, appointment, bedside manner and the result. I can only recommend it.
Fast scheduling and agreed costs were honoured.
Nothing
About Bookimed service
Received great support. They kept asking if everything was OK. Great service
Bangkok International Dental Center

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Updated: 11/14/2026
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FAQ about Functional crown lengthening in Thailand

What documents are required to apply for a visa to Thailand for treatment?

Visas for travel to Thailand require a number of documents. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. The list of documents includes:

  • ID card
  • confirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnaire
  • certificate of income and availability of funds (20,000 baht per person/40,000 baht per family)
  • insurance policy for a stay in Thailand (original and copy)
  • 2 photos (4x6)
  • visa receipt
  • booking of round-trip air ticket (paid in full) and hotel
  • medical opinion about the need for treatment.

What is the level of medicine in Thailand?

Healthcare is the key development sector of the Thai government. The Thai authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about 25 billion baht for healthcare annually.

As a result, 36,673 medical facilities provide excellent medical care in the country. 64 centers in the Kingdom have certificate of JCI (Joint Commission International), the international improver of healthcare quality and safety across the globe. The index of certificates obtained is the largest. To compare, Israel has 20 JCI-accredited facilities, and Germany — only 10 clinics of this type.

When is the best time to travel to Thailand?

The main advantage of Thai resorts is the long beach season. On the east coast and west coast the climate features are different, so take it into account when planning the trip. The best time to travel is during the cool and dry season between November and early April. A large influx of tourists is in March-May, when the air temperature is +30°C.

What should you know about Thailand before the trip?

Official name

The Kingdom of Thailand

Currency

Thai Baht (you also can pay for services in dollars)

Best period for the trip

November-early April

Language

Thai (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)

Visa

is required for a trip of 3-6 months

Time difference with Europe

7 hours

Time difference with the USA

12 hours

Capital

Bangkok

Medical tourism center

Bangkok

Popular resorts

Koh Samui, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Koh Chang, Hua Hin

What hotel service is provided here?

In the Kingdom of Thailand, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. The level of Thai hotels is comparable to hotels in Tunisia, Morocco or Egypt. 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.

Do I need a visa?

For now, the Kingdom of Thailand requires different visa regimens for diverse states. Some foreigners can stay in the country 60 days without visa control, some of them — only 14 days.

How long you can stay in Thailand and what countries can cross the border easy read here.

Last review: 11/14/2026

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