Dental care plays a vital role in one’s physical and emotional health. [1] However, high costs in the West push patients to seek treatment abroad. For Europeans, dental tourism in Croatia can be a lucrative option.

Don’t worry if financial constraints are delaying your dental care.

This article will detail how Croatia’s dental travel can offer cost savings without compromising quality.

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Dental Tourism in Croatia

Croatia, the land of 1000 islands, is located between the Balkans and Central Europe.

This affordable European destination is reputed for its incredibly rich legacy, gorgeous landscapes, endless coastline, and pristine beaches. [2]

Croatia is one of the top medical tourism destinations. It has won the “medical tourism destination award” at the world’s largest tourism trade fair (ITB)-2020. [3]

Croatia Dental Care Reviews

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Now if you are wondering, what does dental treatment in Croatia cost? Then, continue reading!

Cost of Dental Services in Croatia

The cost of dental work in Croatia is up to 70% less than in the UK.

To begin with, in Croatia, dental implants prices are quite affordable.

Expensive full mouth procedures like all on 4 in Croatia cost only $6,400 per arch.

The US/Canada charges $24,000, while the UK charges $16,000 for the same procedure.

Similarly, cosmetic procedures, such as porcelain veneers, cost $250 in Croatia which is a fraction of the cost in the UK/US.

Above all, Croatian medical professionals have an excellent reputation for delivering quality dental services comparable to any Western country. [4]

Let’s look at the Croatia dental service price list 2023 for popular procedures. You can see the Croatia prices compared to UK & US/Canada.

Cost of Dental Work in Croatia Vs. US/Canada Vs. UK (USD)
Dental Work USA/Canada UK Croatia
Single dental implant with abutment $5,000 $3,000 $1,050
All on 4 Implants per arch $24,000 $16,000 $6,400
All on 6 Implants per arch $28,000 $18,000 $7,750
All on 8 Implants per arch $35,000 $20,000 $9,300
Porcelain fused to Metal Crowns (PFM) $1,200 $1,000 $250
Porcelain E-Max Crown (per unit) $2,000 $1,500 $780
Zirconium Crowns (per unit) $2,000 $1,500 $375
Full Denture per arch $2,000 $1,300 $650
Root Canal (per molar tooth) $1,500 $920 $120
Porcelain Veneer (per unit) $2,150 $1,100 $250
Zirconium/Ceramic Veneer (per unit) $2,000 $1,000 $375
Smile design (8 veneers + bleaching) $18,200 $4,160 $3,500
Tooth extraction (simple) $300 $280 $50
Extraction (surgical) $650 $400 $185
Regular Teeth Cleaning $550 $400 $65
Teeth Whitening (in office) $1,000 $620 $250
Composite Filling $250 $225 $40
Invisalign per Jaw $7,000 $4,150 $1,400
Fixed Clear Braces $6,000 $4,200 $2,800
*Croatia dentist prices may vary with the complexity of a case

You can find low-cost and high-quality dental work in European destinations like Hungary, RomaniaBulgaria, Greece, and Poland.

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Cheap Dental Implants in Croatia

Croatian dental clinics offer a wide range of dental services.

However, there is more emphasis on dental implants due to global price differences.

The Croatian clinics provide two types of dental implants – Premium and Low-cost. [5]

The good news is that even the premium dental implants in Croatia stand out at a significantly lower price than those in Western European clinics.

A single dental implant in Croatia costs about $1,050, with excellent package deals available for all-on-four and all-on-six treatments.

When it comes to all on 6 and all on 4 dental implants cost, Croatia offers up to 70% savings!

So, if you need to get all on 6 or all on 4, dental tourism is the way to go!

Croatia Dentist Prices Vs. Other European Countries

Patients from all over Europe come to Croatia for high-quality dental services and affordable prices.

Most travelers choose the country because it is close by.

When it comes to dental implants, Croatia is significantly less expensive than other European countries.

Check the cost comparison graph below to know exactly how much cheaper are dental implants in Croatia compared to Europe.

Croatia Dental Implant Costs Compared to Other European Countries

Dental implant cost comparison

Graph Source: Web data/ different native clinics

According to the graph, Croatian dental implant prices are nearly 70% lower than in the UK/Germany, 50% lower than in France/Ireland, and 30% cheaper than in Spain/Italy.

Getting Your Teeth Done in Croatia – Determinants of Dental Tourism

Why-Choose-Croatia-For-Dental-TourismSource: Dental tourism – An Opportunity for Croatian Tourism; JAL Classification: M31, I10, Z32

Croatia leads Europe in dentistry and is highly regarded for cutting-edge medical research. [6]

In addition to the sun and the sea, Croatia has a developed dental tourism segment.

If you’re looking for the best place to get your teeth done abroad, it is none other than Croatia.

Touristic potential and growing demand for dental treatments from developed countries have made Croatia a top dental tourism destination.

A recent study reveals the three main determinants of dental tourism: Access to patient information, patient satisfaction, and loyalty. [7]

The findings are:

  • Inadequate and unsupported information access affects patients’ satisfaction.
  • Easy access to information impacts the choice of dental tourism treatment.
  • Cost savings, effective communication, and individual care determine dental service satisfaction.
  • Patient satisfaction and quality of care influence patient loyalty to doctors and hospitals in dental tourism.

Determinants-of-Dental-Tourism

* Results were compiled from the studies carried out in Malaysia, Turkey, India, Romania, Korea, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Switzerland, Croatia, and Albanian.

Popular Dental Work in Croatia Packages

Looking for dental work & dental holiday packages for Croatia? Find them right here!

Here are some of the commonly performed dental work in Croatia.


In Croatia, dental implants come with up to 70% savings.

All-on-4/6/8 in Croatia

Periodontics in Croatia

Dental Filling in Croatia

Teeth Whitening in Croatia

Teeth Cleaning in Croatia

Teeth Extractions in Croatia

Kids Dentistry in Croatia

Oral Surgery in Croatia

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Above are some of the commonly performed dental work in Croatia.

To find out more, talk to our case managers, so they can help you find a Croatian dentist that suits your needs.

Check out dental work in Croatian cities like Split, Trogir, and Zadar.

Travel Requirements for Dental Tourism in Croatia


As a member of the EU, the visa requirements of Croatia are under the rest of the union.

Except for citizens of EU countries, all visitors to Croatia need a passport with at least three months validity from the planned date of return.

EU citizens may use their national cards instead of a passport.

Visa Requirements

  • For stays under 90 days, visitors from the EU countries, U.K., Canada, the US, Australia, and New Zealand, do not need a visa to enter Croatia.
  • Check the Croatian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website to know the countries that need a Croatian visa.
  • You can apply for a Croatian visa online at crovisa.mvep.hr. However, you will have to print the application form and submit it to an Embassy/Consulate or visa center.

Country Address Phone & Email
Ireland Miramarska 23/III, 10 000 Zagreb Tel: (+ 385) 1 62 78 920Email: zagreb@dfa.ie
Italy Medulićeva 22, 10000 Zagreb Tel.: (+ 385) 1 4846386E-mail: amb.zagabria@esteri.it
Germany Ulica grada Vukovara 64, 10000 Zagreb Tel: (+ 385) 1 6300 100Website: www.zagreb.diplo.de
UK Ivana Lucica 4, 10000 Zagreb Tel: (+ 385) 1 600 9100Email: british.embassyzagreb@fco.gov.uk 
US 2 Thomas Jefferson Street, 10000 Zagreb Tel: (00 385) 1 661 2200Email: consularzagreb@state.gov

How to Reach Croatia?

Traveling by plane is the quickest and cheapest way to reach Croatia. The country has five international airports located in Zagreb, Pula, Zadar, Split, and Dubrovnik.

Refer to the table below for nonstop flights to Croatia from the UK.

Origin Destination Duration
London (LTN) Split (SPU) 2 hr 30 min
London (LTN) Zadar (ZAD) 2 hr 20 min
Manchester (MAN) Split (SPU) 2 hr 45 min
Manchester (MAN) Zadar (ZAD) 2 hr 35 min
Birmingham (BHX) Split (SPU) 2 hr 45 min
Birmingham (BHX) Zadar (ZAD) 2 hr 25 min

You can also travel by ferry because Croatia has a long coastline and numerous islands.

The international ferry entry ports are Zadar, Split, Pula, and Dubrovnik.

Dental Tourism in Croatia

Most parts of Croatia are accessible by flights from the UK and Ireland – but there are only a few direct flights to Croatia from outside Europe, and these fares can be expensive.

So, a cheaper option would be to fly to a Western European city and continue by air, bus, or train from there.

Best Way to Get to Croatia from Different Parts of Europe
From Croatian City Transport Reason
Europe Zagreb Train Slower but more interesting
North Europe Zagreb, Dubrovnik, Pula, Zadar, Split Flight Cheapest & quickest
South Europe Zagreb & Dubrovnik Flight Quickest
East Europe Zagreb, Split & Dubrovnik Flight Quickest
Italy Pula, Porec, Rovinj, Zadar, Split, Dubrovnik Ferry Scenic & fun
Dubrovnik, Split Flight Fast & cheap
Greece Dubrovnik, Zagreb, Split Flight Quick
Zadar, Split, Dubrovnik Ferry Slow & nice
Albania Dubrovnik Buses or ferries Very slow

There are many direct or 1-stop flights available from Dublin (DUB) to Split (SPU), starting at €160 (round trip).

However, the prices may vary depending on your booking date, time, or month.

The estimated flight duration between Dublin, Ireland and Split is 3 hours.

Some of the airlines offering non-stop flights are:

  • Ryanair
  • Aer Lingus
  • KLM Airlines
  • Croatia Airlines

So, to travel to Croatia, you will need the following documents:

Visa

  • Irish citizens don’t need an entry visa to Croatia (for a stay of up to 90 days).
  • If you wish to stay longer, you'll need to register at the nearest local police station (I.D., proof of accommodation & reason for the stay will be needed).

Valid Passport

  • Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after your departure.
  • Also, it must not be older than 10 years and should be in good condition.

Return Ticket

  • Visitors might need to present a return ticket to exit Croatia after 90 days.

Proof of Accommodation

  • Croatian authorities may ask for proof of accommodation upon your arrival.
  • Proof of accommodation can include hotel/Airbnb bookings or a rental agreement.

Source: DFA [8] , Atlys [9]

There are many direct or 1-stop flights available from Dublin (DUB) to Zadar (ZAD), starting at €200 (round trip).

However, the prices may vary depending on your booking date, time, or month.

The estimated flight duration between Dublin, Ireland and Zadar is 3 hours.

Ryanair Airlines offer non-stop flights from Dublin to Zadar.

So, to travel to Croatia, you will need the following documents:

Visa

  • Irish citizens don’t need an entry visa to Croatia (for a stay of up to 90 days).
  • If you wish to stay longer, you'll need to register at the nearest local police station (I.D., proof of accommodation & reason for the stay will be needed).

Valid Passport

  • Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after your departure.
  • Also, it must not be older than 10 years and should be in good condition.

Return Ticket

  • Visitors might need to present a return ticket to exit Croatia after 90 days.

Proof of Accommodation

  • Croatian authorities may ask for proof of accommodation upon your arrival.
  • Proof of accommodation can include hotel/Airbnb bookings or a rental agreement.

To reach Croatia from the US, you can fly from the US – with common layover destinations that include London, Paris, Dublin, Munich, Vienna, and Istanbul. [10]

Getting to Split, Croatia

Need dental services in Split?

You can easily reach the place by air, land, or sea.

You will find the train and bus stations and a ferry port within a short distance from the Split old town.


The Split airport (SPU) is well-connected with major European cities. Most of the major European airlines operate daily flights to Split throughout the summer period. [11]

Flight Route to Split International Airport (SPU)

Flight Route to Split International Airport (SPU)

Flying Times from Major Metropolitan Airports to Split Airport (SPU)
City Duration Number of Stops
Germany (FRA) 1 hr 40 min Nonstop
Italy (FCO) 1 hr 15 min Nonstop
France (CDG) 2 hr Nonstop
London (LHR) 2 hr 25 min Nonstop
Manchester (MAN) 2 hr 45 min Nonstop
Ireland (DUB) 4 hr 40 min Layover: Frankfurt
New York (JFK) 10 hr 45 min Layover: Amsterdam
Canada (YVR) 11 hr 50 min Layover: Munich

Getting to Split from Elsewhere in Croatia

Flight Travel from Croatian Cities to Split
From Flight Frequency Appro. Travel Time
Zagreb Daily 45 mins
Dubrovnik Few flights a week 35 mins
Osijek Once a week 50 mins

Check Croatia airlines website for more information.


Getting to Split from Europe

  • Bus travel: There are regular bus services from major European cities. You can get the timetable from the Split Bus Terminal website.
  • Train travel: Although you can reach Split by train, you may have to take connecting trains from Zagreb. Get the train timetable details from the Die Bahn website.
  • Water travel: Split is a major marine terminal for the central Dalmatian islands. Split also offers a regular overnight ferry service to Ancona in Italy. Check all details on croatiaferries.com.

Getting to Split from Other Croatian Cities

  • Train travel: There are regular train services from Zagreb to Split. It takes 6-8 hours to reach Split, depending on the train you take.
  • Bus travel: There are also numerous buses from Zagreb and elsewhere in Croatia to Split. See the Zagreb Bus Terminal website for timetable details.
  • Ferry: Numerous ferries and catamarans connect Split with nearby islands such as Brac, Hvar, Korcula, Vis, etc.

How to Get to Trogir?

Getting dental work in Trogir, Croatia is hassle-free as it is centrally located on the Dalmatian coast.

The city is only 5 km from Split airport (SPU) and can be reached in 10 minutes by car.

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Getting to Trogir from Split

  • Bus travel: Take bus route 37 from Trogir bus station to reach the Split airport (SPU). Trogir buses can be booked online at getbybus.
  • Car travel: If you prefer to drive, you can reach Trogir Riviera by taking different highways. With State Road D1, you can avoid tolled highways.
  • Passenger FerryBura Line operates passenger ferries from Trogir to Split from May to October.

Best Dental Clinics in Croatia

Croatian dentists and clinics rank among the best in Eastern and Central Europe in terms of quality. [12]

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Croatia Tourism

Croatia is a small country but has a rich culture and heritage. It is home to ten UNESCO World Heritage sites – 8 cultural sites & 2 natural sites. [13]

Croatia is an attractive and increasingly popular tourist destination with over 18 million tourist visits per year -Croatia’s population is 4 million. [14]

Let’s explore some of the finest tourist places in Croatia.


Split is Croatia’s second-largest city and a very safe vacation destination. You can find some first-class charms here.

According to the US World News Report, [15] the city ranks

  • #3 in best places to visit in Eastern Europe
  • #15 in cheap European vacations


Trogir is known by the names of Little Venice, City of Happy Moments, and The Stone Beauty. It is a beautiful historic town situated on the Croatian coast.

Just 20 mins from Split, Trogir is a perfect day trip from Split. Here, you can find beautiful monuments, stunning sea views as well as good relaxing opportunities.

Trogir Historic Center

The charming town will surely keep you busy for a few solid hours.


Croatia has more than 1200 islands. The largest ones are Cres, Brac Krk, Hvar, and Pa.

You can explore these islands by an island-hopping cruise along the Dalmatian coast.

If you prefer day trips, most of the islands can be reached by ferry from the mainland.

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Top 10 Islands in Croatia

Sailing around Croatia will be a wonderful experience!

You can watch lovely nature and seascapes while traveling between numerous cities and villages along the coast.


Croatian Food

Apart from the varied Croatian landscape, its traditional foods are also wide-ranging.

The food varies from one Croatian region to another. Some of the popular dishes in the various areas are: [16]

  • Zagreb – Croatian meat stews
  • Slavonia – Spicy foods and paprika with fish stew
  • Croatia’s coast and areas like Istria – Istrian olive oil, Istrian ham and cheese, Croatian prosciutto, and other types of dry-cured meat.
  • Dalmatian coast – Mediterranean-style Croatian food like fresh green vegetables, garlic, herbs, seafood, gnocchi, pasta, tomato sauce, and plenty of olive oil.

Here are a few dishes you can try on your visit.

Punjena Paprika

Croatian Bean Soup

North Croatian Red Cabbage Stew

Is Croatia Safe?

Yes, Croatia is a high-quality and safe tourist destination, with all the prerequisites for safe tourism. [17] .

Also, the country is a member of large multi-national organizations like the EU and the NATO , getting support and protection. [18]

Croatia is among the top 20 safest countries in the world. [19] .

Croatia ranked 17th in the 2021 Global Peace Index, which is 105 places ahead of the United States (133). [20]

How Safe is Croatia for Tourists?

As for tourism, Croatia is a safe country. The country has a safety index of 83 on a scale of 100.

Violent crimes are rare, and even the petty crime rate is low. [21]

But you should follow the basics of staying safe at any destination. Here are some tips for keeping yourself safe: [22]

  • Places to avoid in Croatia: Zagreb’s strip clubs, Ribnjak Park, and King Tomislav Square
Safe places in Croatia: Split and Dubrovnik are safe destinations. The other safe places include Zagreb’s Upper Town (Gornji Grad, lower town (Donji Grad), Medvednica, Medvedgrad, Dalmatian town of Sinj, near Split, towns of Dakovo, Pozega, Samobor, and Krizevci.
  • Landmine danger areas: Unexploded landmines are present in Eastern Slavonia, Brodsko-Posavska County, Karlovac County, Zadar County, and remote regions of Plitvice Lakes National Park.
    Croatian Mine Action Centre’s website can help you with the map of affected areas.

Important Phone Numbers

The country code for Croatia is +385, so when you want to call a Croatian number from your own Croatian number, add a “0” to remove the “+385.”

Services Number
International calling number for Croatia +385
All emergencies / National Protection & Rescue (+385) 112
Ambulance: (+385) 194
Police (+385) 192
Rescue at sea (+385) 195
Roadside assistance  (+385) 1987
General information: (+385) 18981
Weather forecast and road conditions 060 520 520
Croatian Tourist Board  www.croatia.hr

Conclusion

Dental tourism in Croatia can return your lost smile while you enjoy the beauty of the best coast in Europe.

You are certainly in excellent hands with all the dental treatment possibilities and 70% savings.

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FAQs

The price of dental implants in Croatia ranges between 1,050 USD and 9,300 USD depending on the type of implant:

  • All-on-4: $6,400
  • All-on-6: $7,750
  • All-on-8: $9,300

In Croatia, dental work packages are almost 70% cheaper than those in the UK and 55% less than those in Ireland.

You can pay through US dollars, Canadian dollars, GBP, EUR, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and credit/debit cards.

Croatia has lower dental prices because of lower costs of staff education and training, operating a dental clinic, and real estate. [23]

Yes, Croatian dentists are competent to offer high-level dental care. Croatian dentistry also has an excellent reputation. The medical schools teach internationally accredited study programs. The dentists who graduated from these schools become top specialists through further training and education. [24]

Moreover, medical staff in Croatia are well recognized in Europe due to their long medical, scientific research, and education history.

Yes, the quality of dental care in Croatia is comparable to any Western country. Moreover, the Croatian clinics and dentists are considered one of the best in Europe. [25]

Yes, our Croatian partner clinics have English-speaking dentists and staff. The dentists have over 17 years of experience treating international patients.

Croatia has a Mediterranean climate with dry, warm summers and mild, wet winters. The best month to visit Croatia is May-June or September-October. You can enjoy the warm sunny weather without a significant tourist crowd.

Citizens of European countries do need a passport to visit Croatia. They can use their national cards as proof. Other country nationals will need a passport with a minimum of 3 months validity. Check here to know about visa requirements to Croatia.

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