Albania Seeks to Become New Hub for Dental Tourism
The Balkan nation is positioning itself as an alternative to Turkey for foreign patients seeking affordable dental treatment, according to a BBC Business report.
Albania is aiming to establish itself as a new centre for medical tourism, according to a report by BBC Business, with a particular focus on dental care.
The report describes the trend as "Tirana teeth," a reference to the Albanian capital, and says the Balkan country hopes to attract patients who might otherwise travel to Turkey for dental work.
Turkey has in recent years become a well-known destination for foreign patients seeking dental treatments, often at lower prices than in Western Europe. According to the BBC Business report, Albania is now seeking to position itself as a similar option for medical tourists.
The report did not provide further detail on the specific clinics, pricing, or government initiatives involved in Albania's push into the medical tourism sector.
BBC Business has been contacted for additional information on the scope and scale of Albania's dental tourism ambitions.
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