Health

When you are researching a life-changing procedure like All-on-4, it is easy to use the words “best” and “cheapest” interchangeably. But in the world of medical tourism, they are often […]

No place is perfect, not even Cuenca. Any publication, blog, or YouTube channel that sells you a problem-free, sun-drenched paradise of $2 lunches and perfect weather is doing you a […]

If you’ve experienced the “sticker shock” of a $5,000+ quote for a single dental implant , your next question is obvious: “What is a cheaper alternative?” Yes, there are two primary […]

For US, Canadian, and European expats, one of Ecuador’s most attractive, stabilizing, and profoundly comforting features has nothing to do with snow-capped mountains or 16th-century cathedrals. It has everything to […]

If you are missing a single tooth, your dentist will almost certainly present you with two main options: a traditional dental bridge or a dental implant. The choice is not […]

For many expats, the journey to Cuenca begins with a rental. It’s the sensible first step: you explore neighborhoods, learn the flow of the city, and confirm that this is, […]

The search for the “cheapest” teeth implants is tempting. When a $300 implant deal from a clinic in Turkey  is compared to a $3,000 – $5,000 price tag in the US , […]

For almost all new expats, renting is the logical, smart first step. It gives you the flexibility to learn the city’s distinct neighborhoods, figure out if you’re a “city center” […]

One of the most common questions from patients considering dental implants is, “Am I the right age for this?” Many younger patients worry it’s “too soon,” while many seniors fear […]

For North Americans dreaming of an affordable, high-quality retirement in a country that offers both adventure and modern comforts, the Ecuadorian Jubilado (Pensioner) Visa is the “golden ticket.” It’s the […]

If you are missing all your teeth, or have been told you need all your remaining teeth extracted, your first thought might be overwhelming: “Do I need 28 or 32 […]

For North Americans considering a move to Ecuador, the driving factor is often “expat arbitrage”—the powerful financial strategy of earning an income (or pension) from a strong-currency country (like the […]

If you’re missing one or more teeth, a dental implant is the “gold standard” for replacement. It’s the only solution that feels and functions like a natural tooth and preserves […]

The number one question on the mind of every prospective expat is simple: “What’s the bottom line?” For years, Ecuador, and Cuenca in particular, has been famous for its incredibly […]