2,400+ Irish patients have used LocalCare to find verified dental clinics across Europe and Asia since 2014.
Typical savings in EUR
Compared to the same treatment at home, based on cases coordinated through LocalCare partner clinics.
Send us your X-rays once. Our medical team matches you with 3–5 verified clinics and sends back comparable treatment plans and fixed-price quotes in EUR within 48 hours — so you can compare like-for-like without chasing clinics individually.
Every quote is delivered in euros with a fixed, all-inclusive price. No currency conversion guesswork, no hidden lab fees, no surprise charges on arrival.
Every LocalCare partner clinic backs your work with a written warranty. If anything needs attention after you return to Ireland, we coordinate warranty follow-up with your original clinic and help arrange any required return visit.
Our Medical Board of Excellence audits every clinic against 47 safety criteria. Many partner dentists trained in Ireland, the UK, or Germany and follow EU-equivalent protocols.
Prices based on LocalCare partner clinic quotes as of April 2026. Actual costs vary by case complexity and clinic.
| Treatment | Ireland (EUR) | Vietnam (EUR) | Hungary (EUR) | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Dental Implant | €3,500 | €700 | €1,200 | Up to 80% |
| All-on-4 (per arch) | €22,000 | €3,500 | €7,500 | Up to 84% |
| Porcelain Veneer (each) | €1,100 | €230 | €380 | Up to 79% |
| Zirconia Crown | €1,000 | €180 | €320 | Up to 82% |
| Root Canal + Crown | €1,900 | €300 | €520 | Up to 84% |
| Teeth Whitening | €500 | €100 | €200 | Up to 80% |
| Full Mouth Rehabilitation | €48,000 | €7,800 | €17,000 | Up to 84% |
| Invisalign (full) | €5,500 | €1,900 | €3,200 | Up to 65% |
Top-rated partner clinics across .
Dublin quoted me €44,000 for both arches. Budapest cost €16,000 plus two weeks in a nice hotel. Ryanair direct from Dublin made it effortless — I came home with cash to spare and a full set of new teeth.
Saved €28,000 compared to Dublin quote · All-on-4 dental implants (both arches)
Colm O'B.
Dublin · Helvetic Clinics, Budapest
Cork wanted €16,000. Bangkok was €5,000 including a week at a five-star hotel. Worth every hour of the flight.
Saved €11,000 compared to Cork quote · 16 porcelain veneers
Siobhán M.
Cork · BFC Dental, Bangkok
Three-hour flight from Dublin. EU regulations, EU-trained dentist, a third of the Irish price. Spent a week on the Dalmatian coast afterwards.
Saved €20,000 compared to Galway quote · 8 dental implants + full bridge
Declan R.
Galway · Smile Centre Zagreb, Croatia
Sample budget for an Irish patient flying to Budapest for All-on-4 dental implants (one arch):
| All-on-4 implants (one arch) | €7,500 |
| Return flights (DUB to BUD) | €100 – €250 |
| Hotel (10 nights, 3-star) | €500 – €800 |
| Food & transport (10 days) | €300 – €500 |
| Travel insurance | €40 – €80 |
| Total | €8,440 – €9,130 |
Compared to €22,000 at an Irish private clinic, you save €13,000+ even after flights, hotel, and food — and you're only a 2.5-hour Ryanair flight from home.
Submit Your Case
Upload your X-rays or photos. Tell us what treatment you need. We respond within 24 hours (Irish business hours).
Receive Clinic Matches
Our medical team reviews your case and sends 2–3 verified clinic options with treatment plans and fixed pricing in EUR.
Choose and Confirm
Compare clinics, ask questions via WhatsApp, email, or phone, and confirm your preferred clinic. No deposit required until you're ready.
Travel and Treat
Fly to your destination. Your clinic arranges airport transfer. Treatment begins within 24 hours of arrival. Your LocalCare coordinator is available on WhatsApp throughout.
Return Home with Confidence
Take home your complete dental records, warranty documentation, and aftercare instructions. Your Irish dentist can access your treatment file. LocalCare follows up at 30, 90, and 365 days.
Direct: Dublin–Budapest (2.5 hrs, Ryanair/Aer Lingus), Dublin–Istanbul (4.5 hrs, Turkish Airlines), Dublin–Zagreb seasonal. Vietnam requires one stop via London, Paris, or Doha (14–18 hrs). Budget: €80–€250 return to Europe, €700–€1,100 return to Asia. Book 4–8 weeks ahead for best European fares.
Irish passport holders travel visa-free throughout the EU/Schengen zone (including Hungary and Croatia) and to Turkey (90 days). Vietnam requires an e-visa (US$25, valid up to 90 days) applied for at evisa.gov.vn and issued within 3–5 business days — Ireland is not currently on Vietnam's visa-exempt list. No medical or dental-specific visa is required anywhere.
Standard Irish travel insurance and the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC/GHIC) do not cover elective dental treatment abroad. Purchase a short-term policy covering medical complications and emergency dental care. Your LocalCare clinic's warranty covers treatment-related issues separately. HSE does not reimburse treatment taken abroad outside the S2 (EU Cross-Border) framework — most dental work falls outside S2.
All LocalCare quotes in EUR. Clinics accept Irish bank transfers (SEPA), Visa, Mastercard, and cash (EUR, USD, or local currency). ATMs widely available. EUR is the local currency in Ireland so no conversion needed for European destinations.
Every LocalCare partner clinic has English-speaking dentists and patient coordinators. Treatment plans, consent forms, and post-care instructions in English. WhatsApp, email, and phone support throughout.
Hungary: May to September is warmest. Croatia: April to October. Turkey: April to November. Vietnam: October to April dry season. Budapest and Istanbul are pleasant year-round for treatment visits.
Tell us your treatment, we'll match you with listed clinics and provide a comparison quote – all free, all in EUR, with no pressure to book.
Takes 2 minutes. Response within 24 hours.
No forms. Send a photo or an old quote and a real person replies within hours.
€2,200
5–7 days · Airport transfer + 3-star hotel from €300
Book This Package€6,600
7–10 days (return visit 4–6 months later) · Airport transfer + 4-star hotel from €450
Book This Package€12,600
10–14 days · 4-star hotel + daily transport from €800
Book This PackageAll packages include a free initial consultation, treatment plan in English, and Messenger support from a dedicated coordinator.
Everything you need to know before booking dental treatment abroad.
Irish dental costs are among the highest in the EU. A single private implant averages €2,800–€3,800, All-on-4 runs €18,000–€24,000 per arch. The HSE Dental Treatment Services Scheme offers very limited cover even to medical card holders. Most Irish adults rely on private practice, where annual insurance benefits from VHI, Laya, or Irish Life rarely cover more than €500–€800 per year. This gap is the single biggest driver of Irish dental tourism.
Ryanair and Aer Lingus direct routes to Budapest, Istanbul, and Zagreb have turned European dental tourism into a short-hop affair. Irish dental tourist traffic to Hungary has increased year-over-year. The typical Irish LocalCare patient is 45–70 years old, has been quoted €10,000+ at a Dublin private clinic, and treats the trip as both treatment and short holiday.
Every LocalCare quote is in EUR, support operates during Irish business hours, and partner clinics are vetted against 47 safety criteria. Many partner dentists trained in Ireland, the UK, or Germany and follow EU-equivalent protocols. Post-treatment, we coordinate records with your Irish dentist and back every clinic with the LocalCare Global Warranty.
Hungary, Croatia, and Turkey are 2.5–4.5 hours direct from Dublin — perfect for shorter treatments or patients who want easy follow-up. Vietnam offers prices 40–50% below Budapest but requires a 14–18 hour connection. Most Irish patients choose based on treatment scale and travel tolerance. Major jobs like full-mouth rehabilitation often justify Asia; single implants or a handful of veneers typically go to Budapest.
Look for ISO 9001 or JCI accreditation, dentists with internationally recognised credentials (Irish, UK, German, or equivalent EU training ideal), verifiable material sourcing (Straumann, Nobel Biocare, IPS E.max), and fluent English communication. Google reviews with recent dates, patient photos, and a written warranty you can take home are non-negotiable.
Most Irish patients start planning 6–10 weeks out. Send X-rays to LocalCare, receive 2–3 matched clinic options within 48 hours, confirm your preferred clinic, book flights and accommodation. Bring your dental history, medication list, and travel insurance. On return, share your clinic's treatment file with your Irish dentist to maintain continuity of care.
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The average Irish dental tourist saves EUR €11,800+ on major dental work through LocalCare. That's a family holiday, a car upgrade, or real financial breathing room.
Takes 2 minutes. Quotes arrive within 24 hours.
No forms. Send a photo or an old quote and a real person replies within hours.
Message us and a coordinator will answer with clinic options, indicative pricing and what a trip would involve. No forms, no call centre, and no obligation. Prices are indicative; only a clinic's written quote applies to you.
LocalCare is an information service, not a healthcare provider. Nothing here is medical advice.