Services to ask about
Depending on provider availability and examination, you may inquire about consultation and imaging, preventive cleaning, fillings, root-canal treatment, crowns and bridges, dentures, orthodontic assessment, veneers, or implant consultation and restoration. A dentist decides what is clinically appropriate.
Compare a complete plan, not a headline price
Ask for the dentist's proposed scope, materials and manufacturer, laboratory arrangements, imaging, temporary restorations, number and spacing of visits, exclusions, any possible additions, and written estimate in its original currency. China has introduced measures to regulate and make parts of dental implant service pricing more transparent; prices still vary by institution, region, materials, and case complexity.
Travel and follow-up matter
Some dental work needs staged visits, healing intervals, adjustments, or local follow-up. Before booking travel, ask what can realistically be completed in one visit, what requires a return visit, how urgent issues are handled after you leave, and how your records will be shared with your home dentist.
Provider and material checks
Confirm the clinic's applicable license, the dentist's qualifications and scope, sterilization practices, imaging access, product traceability, consent process, and who handles complications or revisions. Implant care requires appropriate facility, practitioner, records, and follow-up arrangements.
Separate coordination from clinical fees
Medical charges are paid directly to the dental provider. China Care Guide's coordination fee, if any, is explained separately. We can also discuss interpretation, accompaniment, transport, lodging, and sightseeing as separate customizable services.