Turkey teeth: compare the full cost with your Australian quote

This calculator adds flights, accommodation and time off to a Turkey teeth quote and compares the total with your Australian quote, using only your figures.

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How it works

  1. Enter both quotesType the treatment price from your Australian practice into “Quote in Australia” and the price from the clinic in Turkey into “Quote in Turkey”. Add any confirmed cover in “Amount covered in Australia (optional)” or “Amount covered for Turkey (optional)”.
  2. Add the travel costsFill in “Travellers”, “Return flight per person”, “Nights per trip”, “Hotel per night”, “Local transfers per trip” and “Other costs per trip”, using real prices for your dates.
  3. Count every tripSet “Number of trips” to the visits on your treatment plan, and add “Lost earnings or holiday days (optional)” if time off costs you money.
  4. ComparePress “Compare costs” to see both totals side by side and which items make up the difference.

No MedicareMedicare doesn't cover you when you're overseas Source

Specialised policyBasic travel insurance rarely covers medical tourism Source

High cautionSmartraveller's overall advice level for Türkiye (updated 20 October 2026) Source

Ask firstThe ADA says to seek an Australian dentist's advice before overseas dental treatment Source

What "Turkey teeth" means and what the total includes

"Turkey teeth" is a media phrase, usually for crowns or veneers fitted at a clinic in Turkey. It is not a clinical term. Smartraveller notes that dentistry is one of the most common reasons Australians travel for medical treatment, and that many do so to save money. Comparing two treatment prices leaves a lot out, though. A trip adds flights, accommodation, transfers and time away from work, and many plans need more than one visit. This calculator adds all of these to each quote, so you compare full totals.

We do not publish average prices, because treatment differs from person to person. Ask each provider for a written plan that lists every item, then enter those amounts. Smartraveller advises considering all possible costs, including what it would cost to fix a complication. Check that both quotes cover the same number of teeth, the same type of work and the same aftercare, and ask what happens if extra work turns out to be necessary.

Medicare, health funds and travel insurance

Smartraveller is clear that Medicare does not cover you overseas, and that you, your family or your travel insurer will have to pay for further care or a medical evacuation. Basic travel insurance rarely covers medical tourism, so Smartraveller suggests a specialised policy that covers your specific procedure, including complications and evacuation. Tell your insurer about your plans, because you may void your policy if you do not. Add the cost of that policy under “Other costs per trip”.

Some Australian private health insurers have arrangements with hospitals overseas, so ask your fund whether it covers anything and get the answer in writing. The Australian Dental Association notes that complications from elective treatment overseas are not always covered by travel insurance and that the treatment may not be covered by Australian health funds. Only enter amounts as "covered" that a fund or insurer has confirmed. Smartraveller adds that the Australian Government cannot pay your medical bills or lend you money overseas.

Aftercare, records and checking the dentist

The ADA's policy is that Australian residents should seek elective dental treatment in Australia and should take an Australian dentist's advice before considering treatment overseas. Its concerns include follow-up visits, communication and informed consent, access to treatment records and finding a local dentist to continue or repair the work. Crowns usually need the natural tooth to be cut back, and that tooth structure does not grow back. Ask your dentist which questions matter most for your mouth.

Smartraveller suggests talking to your doctor before you go, checking that the practitioner is qualified and accredited, and making sure the clinic has indemnity insurance. Its travel advice for Türkiye asks you to research medical treatment, including whether your insurance will cover you. Use "Number of trips" to see what happens to the total if you need one more visit than planned. Never feel pressured to decide on the spot.

  • Is the work guaranteed, and for how long?
  • What aftercare is included, and who do you contact once you are home?
  • Who pays for extra flights, accommodation or corrective work?
  • Will you get your records and X-rays to bring home?

Frequently asked questions

How much do Turkey teeth cost?

There is no single price, and we do not publish averages. The cost depends on how many teeth are treated, whether you have crowns or veneers, the materials, the number of visits and your travel costs. Ask for a written, itemised quote and enter it with flights, accommodation and transfers to see your own total.

What are Turkey teeth?

It is a media term, usually for crowns or veneers fitted at a clinic in Turkey. It is not a clinical name. What matters is what is actually planned: how many teeth, which type of restoration, how much tooth structure is removed and what aftercare is offered. Ask your dentist to explain the options and risks.

Is getting teeth done in Turkey cheaper overall?

We cannot answer that for you, because it depends on your quotes. A treatment price on its own leaves out flights, accommodation, transfers, time off and extra trips. Enter both quotes and all travel costs in the calculator. It shows the full totals side by side, so you can see the real difference for your plan.

Does Medicare cover dental treatment in Turkey?

No. Smartraveller says Medicare does not cover you when you are overseas, and you are responsible for the cost of treatment abroad. Ask your health fund whether it covers anything overseas, and get any promise of cover in writing before you travel.

Will travel insurance cover dental work in Turkey?

Usually not as standard. Smartraveller says basic travel insurance policies rarely cover medical tourism and recommends a specialised policy that covers your procedure, complications and medical evacuation. Be open with your insurer about your plans, and read the Product Disclosure Statement.

What is Smartraveller's advice for Türkiye?

On 20 October 2026, Smartraveller's overall advice for Türkiye was to exercise a high degree of caution. Its health advice says to do your research if you are considering medical treatment, including checking whether your insurance will cover you. Check the current advice before you book.

What does the Australian Dental Association say about dental tourism?

The ADA's policy is that Australian residents should seek elective dental treatment in Australia and should take an Australian dentist's advice before considering treatment overseas. It lists concerns such as follow-up care, informed consent, insurance cover, treatment records and finding someone to repair the work.

How many trips do I need for crowns or veneers in Turkey?

That depends on your treatment plan, and only the treating dentist can tell you. Some plans are completed in one stay, others need a second visit. Ask the clinic in writing how many trips are planned and what happens if another is needed, then try one extra trip in the calculator.

Can an Australian dentist fix dental work done overseas?

Australian dentists do see patients after treatment abroad, but the ADA notes that records may not be available and that materials or systems may not be compatible, which can make repairs harder and more costly. Keep all records and X-rays from the clinic and ask your dentist what is possible.

Sources

This tool provides general information and calculates only with the values you enter. It does not replace an examination or advice from a dentist, your health insurer or a financial adviser.

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