The cost of jaw shaping in Thailand generally ranges from $200 / ฿6,800 to $3,300 / ฿112,200. Prices vary depending on the technique (bone shaving, implants, or contouring), the surgeon’s experience, and the clinic’s reputation. In the United States, the average cost is $15,000 / ฿510,000 (per ASPS). Jaw shaping in Thailand is typically about 89% less expensive than in the U.S.
Thai clinics usually include pre-op consultations, anesthesia, the surgery itself, one or two nights of hospitalization, medications, and follow-up visits in the quoted price. In the U.S., the base price often covers only the surgeon’s fee, with anesthesia, facility, and post-op care billed separately. Always confirm exactly what services are included with each clinic.
| Thailand | Turkey | The USA | |
| Jaw shaping | from $198 / ฿6,732 | from $3,485 / ฿118,490 | from $10,000 / ฿340,000 |
Reviewed by Bookimed Medical Advisor
Fahad MawloodDay 1 - Arrival
Day 2 - Pre-Operation
Day 3 - Jaw Shaping Surgery
Day 4 - Post-Operation
Week 1-2 - Rehabilitation
Week 3-4
Week 5-8
Week 9-12
Note: Each patient"s recovery timeline may vary depending on individual circumstances.
Dr. Akkavich Harnnavachok is a specialist in facial reshaping, fillers, thread lifting, botox injections, and liposuction. He has handled thousands of cases. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from Prince of Songkla University in 2011. He is also certified by the American Board of Laser Surgery.
Dr. Akkavich has received awards and certificates in laser surgery, chelation therapy, cell therapy, fat stem cell transfer, and facial rejuvenation. His skills and training have made him well-known in aesthetic medicine.
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 |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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: