Huangshan emerges as dental tourism hub

At Huangshan International Dental Hospital in Huangshan Zhong'an Science and Technology Innovation Park, overseas patients were seen consulting staff about dental treatments on Aug 11. The hospital has become a popular destination for international visitors, offering a unique blend of quality dental care and travel experiences.

Information Desk, Huangshan International Dental Hospital. [Photo/WeChat account: huangshandaily]

Vicky from Australia, who found the hospital on social media, said after her first consultation, "A lower-jaw implant in Australia takes about a year and costs around 70,000 Australian dollars ($46,200). Here it can be done in seven to ten days at a clear cost advantage".

The hospital is part of the Huangshan Dental Tourism Medical-Wellness Base, launched in Nov 2024. It combines AI, smart manufacturing and medical tourism. The facility works with local tourism agencies to offer customized travel packages, allowing patients to enjoy Huangshan's scenic spots while receiving treatment. Each patient stays about seven days and generates around 14,000 yuan in tourism revenue, according to the company.

Wang Zhitao, chairman of Huangshan Yalv Technology , said most patients come from Australia, North America and Europe. "Our fees are roughly 30 to 40 percent of what they pay at home," he said. From Jan to Jul, the hospital received 870 overseas visits and treated 348 patients. First-half revenue reached 10.17 million yuan.