Things you already know in Budapest

Save On Dental Care - SODC Dental Clinic We asked past patients to tell about their stay in Budapest to help you prepare for your trip.  Things you already know in Budapest Past patients tell about shopping, travel and foods in Hungary (part1) Did you find the same brands like home? Donna (50) Kent: Yes, there is TESCO, and Aldi, Lidl and also SPAR. There is DM which is like Boots. There is M&S clothes but not food. Near the clinic there is a shopping center called Westend, where you can find everything you need. Most shops are open longer, and some are open 24/7 which is very convenient. See more tips for travel>   Is food different? Geoff (50) London: As I noticed Hungarians eat a lot of pastry. There are these small window shops where you can buy both sweet and savory cakes. There are many old style coffee houses with Austrian and Hungarian cakes and sweets.  There is a huge market called Lehel very close to the clinic. I recommend you visit it at least once. Hungarians have many pickled vegetables, and dairy products that are somehow different to what we have home. We tried some raw milk which was the best I ever had. There are many kebab and gyros places, but not so many Indian restaurants. See more Hungarian foods> How to get around in the city? Jan (70) Dusseldorf: For the appointments the clinic arranged pickup but we discovered quite a bit of the city on our own. Above the age of 65 you can use public transport free of charge in Budapest, but you need to have your ID card or passport with you to verify your age. My wife bought a city pass for 3 days which was approx 15EUR. The city center is not so big, but if you want to cross the river and go up the castle you need to take a bus. See Budapest sights>   This article was created by Andras Kormos Budapest offers more than affordable dentistry. View gallery of patients' selection of Budapest sights.   Watch patient stories from SODC Clinic's selection: View video testimonials on our Youtube channel.

The implant denture (Part 2)

Learn more about implant solutions:  Full set of teeth replacement with implant-denture, commonly known as fixed denture.  The implant denture (Part 2) Does a fixed denture change your eating habits? No, there is no food to avoid with a fixed denture. The difference between common dentures and implant-dentures is the way to chew with them. Steak, nuts, fresh veggies or soft candies are foods a denture wearer mostly avoids either because they are chewy or hard to bite on and make the denture move. The fixed implant denture can't move so it allows to chew like you chew with natural teeth. Lear more about fixed denutre> What is the cost? The most common implant denture set up is a fixed denture on 4 implants. At SODC Clinic the all inclusive cost of this treatment is 3,370 GBP (3,835 EUR) without discounts. Get your free quote for implant denture> Who should consider upgrading removable dentures? Anyone who struggles with false teeth should consider fixed dentures.    What are the signs of a loose denture? There are some obvious symptoms like discomfort in the cheeks and gum, or movement during speaking or eating. Sore gums or ulcers may also indicate a badly fitted denture. A badly fitted denture makes chewing difficult, which may also casue stomach ache or bloating from indigestion. More about dentures> Who should not have fixed dentures? Any eligible candidate for implants could have this treatment. If there are some remaining teeth there are different fixed denture solutions for natural teeth that look and feel the same as an implant denture, yet they require no surgery for the placement. Some may also last as long as implants. All treatment options should be discovered during the consultation. Check fixed denture for natural teeth> This article was created by Andras Kormos Budapest offers more than affordable dentistry. View gallery of patients' selection of Budapest sights. Watch patient stories from SODC Clinic's selection: View video testimonials on our Youtube channel.

What dental treatments worth travelling for? (Part 2)

Having treatment outside the UK or Ireland is usually a cost saving alternative to local dental care. There are many treatments that have significantly lower price, but not all... What dental treatments worth travelling for? (Part 2) Average saving on dental costs: Our patients saved an average of £4,352 (€5,140) per person last year. This includes small treatments and extensive dental makeovers as well. Get your free quote for dental treatment in Budapest> Why is the price of dental treatments lower in Hungary: Treatment costs in Hungary are lower compared to UK average for different reasons. Firstly the lab-works (preparing the dental appliances) cost much less compared to UK or Irish lab costs. As Hungary was a destination for dental tourists (Austrian and German originally) for a long time, several dental labs are now available in Hungarian cities. The market grew rapidly which resulted in a price fall. Hungarian wages and taxation is also different which also makes the price cheaper. Lastly in Hungary there are services that were generally free, like the consultation or x-ray, that are normally charged for in the UK and Ireland.  What treatments worth traveling for:  Even having a single dental implant can save you  £300-£400 (€360-€480), but the bigger treatment you have the bigger the saving. 60% of our patients are looking for dental implants, usually 2 or 3 at a time. The second most popular treatment is fixed denture on dental implants (top or bottom set) which saves you at least £2,000 (€2,400) because of the volume of the treatment. For treatments like fillings, denture fitting, or a single crown or anything that has a total cost less than £200 (€240) will not worth a trip. Most of these minor treatment you can get free on the NHS. Calculate travel costs for a trip> How to reduce costs further?  You can save by booking ahead (eg: a month ahead). Flight prices are always cheaper if you book in advance. Furthermore both flights and hotels are cheaper in the low season (November to March). Furthermore there is 3% discount for payments made by actual cash (£ - GBP, € - EUR, Ft - HUF) for any treatment.  This article was created by Andras Kormos SODC Dental Clinic is a family - We are happy to share team memories with you in SODC's Christmas Gallery.  Watch patient stories from SODC Clinic's video channel: Patients tell about their experiences in Budapest.

Tips for a dental visit (Part1)

Save On Dental Care - SODC Dental Clinic We asked past patients to tell about their travel, hotels and arrangements for you to help prepare for a trip to Budapest.  Tips for a dental visit Past patients of SODC Dental Clinic have some great advise for you before you travel to Budapest for your dental treatment or consultation. (Part1) Arrival to Budapest Jayne (53) Kent: There is always someone to pick you up from the airport, no matter if it's day or night which is good. The airport ride is approx 30 min. One time my flight was late and without asking the clinic adjusted my appointment and called the hotel. They take care of everything....    Tip for your first time: Stay in the arrivals hall if you can't find your driver immediately. Don't forget to turn on your phone, because the driver will have your number to ring you if there is a delay. Check the location of the clinic>   What are the hotels like? Todd (45) UK: This is our 4th time in Budapest. I had two trips, and now my wife is having her teeth done. We stayed in Best Western Hungaria the first time. It is a nice place, but a little old. The price and location is very good. Ibis Heroes Square is near the city park but not so near the center, it is like any other Ibis hotel, the same design, simple and clean. Our favorite was Helia, because it has a spa with many pools and the food was amazing. This time we stay at Hilton because my doughter is with us and she wanted to do some shopping. Hilton is next to a big shopping centre and it is near all tourist places.    Tip for your first time: If you are not sure which hotel to book don't worry,pick one and you can change it while you are in Budapest. You don't have to leave a deposit for the room, the clinic offers your a corporate rate and you can pay on spot when you check out. Check partner hotels> What was your checklist before travel? Susan (36) Leicester: I did have a checklist, but still I forgot the hotel booking which turned out wasn't that important at all. So here is my checklist:   - Passport - Mobile phone and charger (check with provider what you get charged if you use it in Hungary)  - Printed flight itinerary - Printed arrival confirmation I had from the clinic. - Adaptor (the plugs are different in Hungary. The hotel had one but it was good to have two) - Clothes and shoes (My trip was in summer which was much hotter than I expected, so look up the weather before you travel) - My pills (I had to show to the dentist to know what I take. And my regular pain killer just in case.) - Some cash, and debit card (In Hungary they still have their Forint but you can easily find a place to change Pounds or Euro, and the rate is very good) - Music (I don't like the sound of dental tools so I had my Ipod, but they have music in the room anyhow)   Tip for your first time: Before you travel tell your bank about your trip, especially if you plan to pay with your card. Some banks have a limit for crad payments abroad for safety reasons. If you bring cash you can leave it in the hotel safe. You are safe to bring cash because you don't have to walk around the city, the transports are all arranged with the clinics own driver.  This article was created by Andras Kormos Budapest offers more than affordable dentistry. View gallery of patients' selection of Budapest sights.  Watch patient stories from SODC Clinic's video selection: Patients tell about having treatment at SODC Clinic

The implant denture (Part 1)

Learn more about implant solutions:  Full set of teeth replacement with implant-denture, commonly known as fixed denture.  The implant denture (Part 1) What is an implant denture or fixed denture? While a common removable denture stays in place by natural suction (like a suction cup), a fixed denture has implant anchors in the jawbone.  The denture is horseshoe shaped and locks on the implants. The retainers can be seen from the bottom, but not visible when attached.   The implants end in a ball (or bar) to which the denture locks onto.   What are the advantages? Implant dentures are leaner and thinner compared to common dentures. An implant denture is horseshoe shaped and has no palate which makes it feel more natural and lighter. While a common denture sits on the gum an implant denture sits on the implants which eliminates the feel of false teeth. The implant anchors secure the denture which can not move around or come unstable. Learn more about implant denture> Who can have implants to secure dentures? Implants sit in the jawbone, therefore the quantity of bone mass is one crucial aspect of the treatment. Fortunately in 98% of the cases implants are successfully fitted thanks to the improved treatment routine SODC oral surgeons designed for dental tourists. Get your free quote for implant denture> This article was created by Andras Kormos View our smile album of Save On Dental Care - SODC patients who had treatment done in Budapest. View album Watch patient stories from SODC Clinic's selection: Andrew tells about his new smile. View video

What dental treatments worth travelling for? (Part 1)

Having treatment outside the UK or Ireland is usually a cost saving alternative to local dental care. There are many treatments that have a significantly lower price, but not all.  What dental treatments worth travelling for? (Part 1) How much can you save on dental costs in Hungary? In general we can tell that all treatment costs are 50-70% lower in Hungary compared to the UK average. Realistically of course it would not work out traveling 2000km for a filling.  If you are planning a holiday it worth considering having your teeth done at the same time. You can just pop in for fillings or other restorative treatments that requires a couple of days stay. This should not interfere with your holiday plans as none of the treatments require more than 1-2 hours spent at the dentist.  How much is travel and hotel for a visit: Travel and hotel cost is about 100-200GBP / 150-250EUR depending on where you fly from and how long you stay in Hungary for your treatment. From this aspect there are two types of treatments, one that can be completed in one go, and others that require more than one visit to Hungary. Get your travel package calculated>   Treatments that can be completed in one go:  Composite fillings or any other composite restoration (1 session) Porcelain crowns, bridges, veneers, inlay, onlay (2-3 sessions in 5 weekdays) Tooth whitening (1-2 sessions) Full or partial denture ((2-3 sessions in 4-5 weekdays) Tooth extraction, and temporary restorations (1-2 sessions)   Treatment that usually require two separate visits: Dental Implants (2 separate visits, with a 3-4 month delay) Surgical treatments (2 separate visits, with a 3-4 month delay) Root canal treatment (2 separate visits, with a couple of weeks delay Get your free quote for any treatment> This article was created by Andras Kormos View our smile album of Save On Dental Care SODC patients who had treatment done in Budapest. View album Watch patient stories from SODC's video selection: Ligita tells about her new smile, and how it changed her life.