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[rockyysdt]

I was hoping someone could recommend Dental Clinics in Bangkok which provide a reputable service with a fee structure affordable to local Thais.

I suspect there are a number of clinics which focus on foreign clientele, and therefore out of reach financially for many working class Thai citizens.

Any recommendations would be very much appreciated.

Edited by rockyysdt, 2012-01-30 18:09:17.

[rockyysdt]

Don't seem too promising.

How about any dentists in the Bangkok area?

[Sheryl]

Actually the best places have plenty of Thai clientele, but of course, better off ones. the Dental Hospital on Soi 49 is tops  and majority of its clients are Thai, but not working class ones.

For affordable for working class best bet is the Mahidol Dental Hospital near Victory Monument. Excellent quality at lowest possible cost as it is a government hospital. But long waits are to be expected.

[rockyysdt]

Sheryl, on 2012-01-31 20:06:46, said:

Actually the best places have plenty of Thai clientele, but of course, better off ones. the Dental Hospital on Soi 49 is tops  and majority of its clients are Thai, but not working class ones.

For affordable for working class best bet is the Mahidol Dental Hospital near Victory Monument. Excellent quality at lowest possible cost as it is a government hospital. But long waits are to be expected.

Thanks Sheryl.

Does the Dental Hospital on Soi 49 also have long delays?

How would fees compare between working class affordable and for example the Dental Hospital on Soi 49 for things like, check up, x-ray, clean, & basic fillings?

Many thanks.

[Sheryl]

Oh no, Dental Hospital is a model of efficiency and convenience. But you pay for it. Cost difference between there and a government hospital - at least 5 fold, maybe more.

[rockyysdt]

Sheryl, on 2012-02-02 20:27:48, said:

Oh no, Dental Hospital is a model of efficiency and convenience. But you pay for it. Cost difference between there and a government hospital - at least 5 fold, maybe more.

What figures are we talking about?

[Sheryl]

obviously depends on what needs to be done

see http://www.thaivisa....-fees-to-b1500/ post #9 for full rpice list.

[rockyysdt]

Sheryl, on 2012-02-10 21:33:12, said:

obviously depends on what needs to be done

see http://www.thaivisa....-fees-to-b1500/ post #9 for full rpice list.

Thanks Sheryl.

Excellent information.

From the information revealed I feel sorry for the vast majority of poor Thais who either can't afford dental work or who endure poor quality work and/or be subjected to conditions which aren't sterile.

[Sheryl]

rockyysdt, on 2012-02-12 17:29:07, said:

Thanks Sheryl.

Excellent information.

From the information revealed I feel sorry for the vast majority of poor Thais who either can't afford dental work or who endure poor quality work and/or be subjected to conditions which aren't sterile.

I am not sure where you get this idea from?

The quality of care in government facilities is quite acceptable and that in the Mahidol dental hospital  -- a government facility where care is either free or very low cost -- is excellent.

Those who can't afford to go the private route (or chose not to --- many middle class Thais would consider it a waste of money) are subject to very long waits and other inconveniences, but certainly not unsterile conditions or  substandard care.

[rockyysdt]

Sheryl, on 2012-02-13 07:18:05, said:

rockyysdt, on 2012-02-12 17:29:07, said:

Thanks Sheryl.

Excellent information.

From the information revealed I feel sorry for the vast majority of poor Thais who either can't afford dental work or who endure poor quality work and/or be subjected to conditions which aren't sterile.

I am not sure where you get this idea from?

The quality of care in government facilities is quite acceptable and that in the Mahidol dental hospital  -- a government facility where care is either free or very low cost -- is excellent.

Those who can't afford to go the private route (or chose not to --- many middle class Thais would consider it a waste of money) are subject to very long waits and other inconveniences, but certainly not unsterile conditions or  substandard care.

Hi Sheryl.

The Dental Hospital on Soi 49 sounds excellent but appears to cater for the wealthier Thais.

The Mahidol Dental Hospital also sounds very good, but if booking delays exceed  3 - 6 months poorer people living up country probably would gravitate to the smaller local clinics.

It's these ones (mentioned by a poster on the above link ) which might have hygiene and sterility issues.

Edited by rockyysdt, 2012-02-14 12:04:30.

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Please contact ABOUT SMILE

Dr Boon is a very good dentist and nice man. Their prices are lower than other clinics.

Edited by cdnvic, 2012-03-02 04:38:19.
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