DENTAL TOURISM: CAUSES, CONSEQUENCES FOR THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION, IMPACT ON THE ECONOMY OF RECIPIENT COUNTRIES, RISKS FOR PATIENTS
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The article provides a comprehensive analysis of dental tourism as one of the dynamically developing segments of medical tourism. The key reasons that motivate patients to receive dental services abroad are considered. The analysis of possible consequences on the economic opportunities of the healthcare system is carried out. The positive economic impact of dental tourism on recipient countries has been investigated. The risks for patients related to the quality of services provided, legal insecurity, language barrier, and postoperative follow-up are considered. The directions of repatriation...
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