Dental Holiday (58)
Dental Clinic, Slovakia

As a Gay man I am not overtly "camp" but do take a pride in my appearance especially when clubbing etc,,,! I am single at present and
more than anywhere, on the Gay scene "first impressions are important". Its very hard to try and learn the skill I acquired of NOT
smiling at anyone when I was out. Look at the "before" pics of my smile (if you can call it that!) and you'd understand why any poor
soul who took a shine to me would make his polite goodbyes once I smiled. A miss-spent youth of very heavy drinking (and smoking,,,which
I still do) had taken its toll , the enamel had fallen away and last november a front tooth just fell off in my breakfast bowl! I'm not
particularly vain but knew I'd just never meet anyone looking like that and it was beginning to get me down tho only my best friend
noticed and hassled me to get my teeth done. Though I'm a great supporter of the NHS, to support that one must accept that for whatever
reasons, if your working etc etc, there's little help. I didn't even have a dentist having slipped off the radar during my alcoholic
days! I have done well out of the credit crunch as my investment properties were intrest linked! So, with 3weeks holidays looming I just
hit google "Dental Holidays". What got me hooked on Dan & Marek's site was the simple honesty of it all . Dan's English is perfect and
the site is very easy to follow but the best bit is you can email them with your simple worries etc and he'll respond personally. So I
literally lifted my camera, took a clear photo of my gap-toothed smile , downloaded it then sent it to Dan almost as a challenge i.e.
you say your affordable so give me a price on this! I asked for a rough quote on replacing my missing front tooth. I'm no dentist but I
honestly couldn't see anyone being able to tidy up my mess as I honestly thought the blackness of my jaw meant somthing more serious was
going on. As promised, the following day Dan sent a personal reply and it was a couple of hundred pounds to replace it with an implant
(I had stressed that I never ever wanted to wear false teeth!). He cleared all my fears about traveling there (its less than 2hrs in
reality from Stanstead) they pick you up at airport & take you to accomodation of your choice ( I'd actually reccommend the cheaper B&B
style as its high standard, and your with "real" locals! A week B&B was 168euros!) Well,,,I'd already shifted a load of my bank savings
into a classic car that year as the money was doing nothing in the bank and I thought why not have a holiday and get the tooth done
while I'm there. Phoned Ryanair, messed about to get the best deal then emailed Dan my arrival time & that was it done,,,,no return
now,,,. I had the first weekend to myself & disappeared on a little adventure in the capital city Bratislava using the train from
Piestany which was a laugh. On monday I met Marek who took Xrays and photos then we had a chat. He was clear that he could do my missing
tooth but posed me the simple question of basically "is that it? ". I admitted I'd love to have a lovely smile & clean teeth but not
"perfect" American style white & uniformly straight. I was doing rough maths in my head as we spoke so Marek suggested how many of the
top row would need to be made good and I agreed 8 including the missing one needed to me made good. He got a quote printed up and said I
should check it and have a think. The quote was for just less than £2700. There was no pressure sales tactic or any
of that carry on, I just went out for a smoke and evaluated. I had not actually planned on any dentist taking on my "challenge" of a
mouth and suddenly here was one who could do it & showed previous work he had done on someone who had looked nearly as bad as me
(nearly! No one looked AS bad!). It was a very private emotional momment as I'd not actually thought this possible and the price is
fantastic . Luckily I'd previously decided to have a weeks hols there and if I went ahead with this it would take quite alot of work. I
bit the bullet and agreed. I was not hassled for money or anything (my bank had ok'd the money by phone.) If Dan & Marek havn't got my
pics on the site you can ask with my blessing, for the pics "of the Irishman" & decide for yourself. Ludimila the hygenist spent ages
"sandblasting!" my bottom row and then taught me how to maintain them. To end, the effect on my confidence and self-esteem is
immesurable, I really still look in the mirror and can't believe I've escaped from dentures.....! I doubt if there are many of you whose
teeth are anywhere near as bad as mine were so you can roughly work out the price of your own but you can simply email them & they'll
give you a very close costing in reply. Ps, the little town of Piestany may not be the gay capital of the world but it is stunningly
beautiful, and a holiday destination in its own right, I loved the place and miss it alot. Many cafes have menus in Slovak then English
so its easy to get by and everything is very low priced so forget about all the exchange rate business with the pound & euro, its still
dirt cheap to buy everything {except electric kettles!!! I bought one for my hotel room! Bring your own tea-bags!} Hugh.
 

Reviewer: Username: Hugh Age: 45-54 Location: London Gender: male Operation or treatment:

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In August 2010 I had to visit my dentist in the UK as I was having problems with my lower 7th molar. I was told I needed root canal
treatment but because of the position of the tooth had to see a specialist which would cost me £600 for the
privalige, not to mention the £200 for the crown. I went away to think about it as £800 was a lot
of money to spend on one tooth especially as there was no guarantee that the tooth would be saved. I had also lost three molars on the
other side of my mouth so it was extremely important to me that I was making the right decision. When talking to a work colleague about
my dilemma she suggested looking at Dental Holiday in Slovakia as she had researched it a few years earlier and two of her family
members had received treatment and were happy with the outcome. I searched the internet and found the website extremely informative. I
sent an e-mail and received a friendly quick response from Daniel with a estimate of costs for three alternative treatments, including
dental implants. Once I had made the decision to take the trip out everything was very easy and I booked the flights within one week. I
could have saved quite a bit of money if I could have planned it in advance but as I was in pain I had no choice. All correspondence I
received was clear and concise and Phil was there to meet me and my mother at the airport to take us to our accomodation which was
arranged by the clinic. We were given a mobile phone to use during our stay and accomodation was reasonable. When we arrived at the
clinic, it was spotless and modern. The staff were extremely friendly and spoke excellent english which immediately put us at ease. Dr
Marek was excellent and the consulation was quick and treatment was explained. I was given some time to think about the treatment option
I wanted to take over a leisurely cup of tea and the treatment and once I had decided treatment started almost immediately. I had a
root canal and in the afternoon I went back to have the first procedure for two implants and a bridge. I stayed over an visited the
clinic the following day for a check up. On my return, I booked my flights in advance and only paid £50 return for
both trips. I went back in December to finish off my treatment (and a nice white filling on another tooth). All in all I am very very
happy with my new teeth and now getting used to eating on both sides. I would have no hesitation in recommending anyone to the clinic
in fact, my mum is going back to have treatment in the spring. Dr Marek and the team are fantastic
 

Reviewer: Username: suzzygirl Age: 35-44 Location: Warwickshire, UK Gender: female Operation or treatment:

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I have had such bad teeth due to accident 20 years ago that i had to hide them with my mustache. One of my collegues at work did a lot
research and found the cheapest and legal dental practice abroad.cut storry short had his teeth done and when he told me and showed me
his teeth and told me about his treatment. Without a doubt, I had a word with my family and got the money together and took off to
slovakia. The reason for diamond smile dentist is that they are worth every penny in all aspect of work done on me and the hospitality
given.
 

Reviewer: Username: lundh Age: 55 yrs and above Location: london Gender: male Operation or treatment:

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I have recently attended at the dental clinic and had 9 crowns and a tooth extraction. I was very anxious and nervous at first as I was
not sure what to expect and you hear of so many horror stories in the news, but I was more than pleasantly suprised. i found the surgery
to be spotlessly clean and the staff to all be very polite and helpful. All the staff spoke fluent English and were very proffesional in
their manner. I stayed at the dental apartment which I found to be very clean and accomodating and close to all amenities. Piestany
itself is a wonderful place and very relaxing and I would recommend anybody looking for excellent dental treatment to attend as I will
certainly be going back.
 

Reviewer: Username: tweezer Age: 35-44 Location: liverpool,england Gender: female Operation or treatment: 9 ncrowns and a tooth extraction

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I initially went to the clinic to accompany my friend, First impressions were great; picked up at the airport by Phil who was open and
friendly. Arrived at the clinic to be greeted by Monika on reception, she is really professional with a very caring attitude; looking
after all our needs and makes a great cup of tea. She also organised the accommodation. Daniel Shaw came out to say hello and make sure
we were settled. We then had our consultation with Dr Marik who is the best dentist I have every visited. Very professional and skilled.
Puts you at ease which gives you confidence, asks what you want, why your there, so NO pressure. X-rays are taken and he guides you
through your options. We had three visits, well spaced out and convenient to us. The flights can be really cheap if you book in advance
and select dates which avoid Airport Tax The area - Piestany is a sleepy Spa Town, in-between appointments you can relax and have a
massage or go to the mud/mineral baths (very cheap) Food and drink is very cheap, you can get a good meal with wine & drinks for 8/10
euros per person. I am returning in January to accompany another friend but will take the opportunity to see Barbara the hygenist who
is brilliant. The whole team are very experienced and professional, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to my family and
friends. Apart from the money you save; 4 times cheaper than UK!!!!
 

Reviewer: Username: Scotland123 Age: 45-54 Location: Aylesbury, Bucks, UK Gender: female Operation or treatment: 8 crowns, bridge, 2 implants

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Reviewer: Username: linda Age: 55 yrs and above Location: Gender: male Operation or treatment:

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Believe me I am ( was )very afraid of going to a dentist; but this is also a holiday. You are looked after from you arrive at the
airport to when you go home. the staff are excellent and MAREK IS A REAL GENTLEMAN, the staff at reception are fantastic and the
tea/coffee and free internet help take your mind of things. Everything is arranged ; you do not need to worry about a thing. If you ever
have any doubts send an email and I`ll put your mind at ease ( best thing I have done for years )
 

Reviewer: Username: seanokane Age: 45-54 Location: Peterborough England Gender: male Operation or treatment:

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Going to the Piestany Dental Clinic was without doubt one of the best things I have ever done. From the moment you arrive at the airport
you are greated and taken care of. All the staff are very friendly and speak excellent english. I had a total of 22 crowns fitted and Dr
Malik did this in 2 visits. The quality of work is second to none as he take great pride in his work and patients. I have been given a
fantastic smile. I was very nervious at going abroard to have this work done. However my fears were soon put at ease with the
consutation with Dr Malik and the profesionalism of all the staff. To top it all I save a fortune as this work would have been very
expensive in the UK. So if you want quality work with a pleasent atmosphere and saving money at the same time, then I recomend visiting
the Piestany Dental Clinic.
 

Reviewer: Username: Gizmo Age: 35-44 Location: Ashford, Kent. England Gender: male Operation or treatment: 22 Crowns

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tried in uk to have dental implants, just wanted to make denture which was not acceptable, so looked at treatment abroad. I happened to
find dental holiday in piestany slovakia. Daniel answered all my questions and seemed to care. So made trip to slavakia. I was picked up
at airport took to apartment, next day picked up to go to clinic. Everyone was fantastic, and my dentist mark what could I say except
that HE WAS MY SAVIOUR. Best thing I have done.
 

Reviewer: Username: twingo57 Age: 55 yrs and above Location: GATESHEAD TYNE AND WEAR Gender: female Operation or treatment: DENTAL IMPLANTS

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From the very first email...I new I was in good hands. Daniel, Phil and superb dental surgeon Marek ...are a formidable and
efficient team all working as one to make the visit and treatment as excellent as it truly is... A smooth pain free
treatment... all done and finished over one 5 day visit (in my case). This group sorted every detail and responded at every
opportunity to make me feel as comfortable as possible:-D I cannot stop smiling and I show off my new Hollywood look with
a great deal of confidence knowing it all looks completely natural and not at all detectable as bridge work. Dr Marek was
paying full attention at every step during my time in the chair...and I was totally relaxed at all times... I am very very
happy and totally pleased with my smile A wonderful result that saved me around £4,000 GBP (based on UK prices) in closing
may I say without any doubt: My Dental Holiday was an all round well worth-while experience! Kindest regards. John Wright
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Reviewer: Username: Killer Songs Age: 55 yrs and above Location: London UK Gender: male Operation or treatment: 12 crown bridges zirconia

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