Following MALO CLINIC’s recent inclusion on Better by MTA, the official trusted medical tourism platform of the Medical Tourism Association (MTA), Medical Tourism Magazine conducted an in-depth Q&A with the MALO CLINIC team to better understand their experience, global patient reach, and vision for the future of dental tourism.
As an internationally recognized leader in advanced oral rehabilitation and a pioneer of the All-on-4 concept, MALO CLINIC has become a destination of choice for patients seeking complex, high-quality dental care. In this exclusive interview, the clinic shares insights into its clinical expertise, international patient services, and commitment to innovation and long-term outcomes.
Learn more about MALO CLINIC and explore their verified provider profile on Better by MTA by clicking here.
Company Description
What do you do and how has your experience in the healthcare industry been?
MALO CLINIC is an internationally recognized dental clinic, based in Portugal, with more than 30 years of experience in advanced oral rehabilitation. Pioneer in the All-on-4 concept, over the years we have treated more than 350,000 patients, including a very high number of complex cases, particularly full-arch rehabilitations with the exclusive MALO CLINIC Protocol for Edentulous Patients.
Our long-standing experience in healthcare is built on a strong clinical foundation, continuous innovation, and a clear commitment to research. We combine highly experienced multidisciplinary teams with cutting-edge technology to deliver predictable, safe, and long-lasting results. In the context of dental tourism, our goal is to offer international patients access to the most advanced dental treatments, with high standards of quality and clinical excellence.
International Patient Volume
How many international patients do you receive per year?
Every year, MALO CLINIC welcomes hundreds of international patients who travel to Portugal specifically to receive advanced dental care. Dental tourism has become a core part of our activity, particularly for patients seeking full-arch rehabilitation and implant-based solutions.
Patient Origins
What regions or countries do patients come from?
Our international patients mainly come from Europe and North America, although we also receive patients from other regions. Many of them are looking for complex treatments that require a high level of expertise, innovation, and efficiency, combined with a smooth and well-organized patient journey.
In addition, Portugal itself is an important part of the experience. Patients value the country’s safety, pleasant climate, and the warm, welcoming nature of its people, as well as its rich cultural and gastronomic heritage. These factors contribute to a positive and reassuring environment, making the treatment journey more comfortable and enjoyable.
Patient Stories
Do you have any patient stories you would want to include in the article?
Many of our international patients arrive with long-standing dental problems, often related to total tooth loss or severe oral deterioration, which significantly impacts their quality of life. After treatment, particularly with fixed full-arch implant solutions such as the MALO CLINIC Protocol for Edentulous Patients (All-on-4 concept), patients frequently report not only a functional and aesthetic transformation but also renewed confidence and comfort in their daily lives.
These success stories are especially meaningful because they often involve patients who had previously been told that their cases were too complex or would require long and invasive procedures. At MALO CLINIC, we are able to provide efficient, precise, and predictable solutions, even in challenging clinical situations of severe bone loss.
Editorial note: MALO CLINIC also has a video testimonial from a patient from the United States that may be relevant to include in this article. The testimonial is from Mrs. Barbara and can be found in the Reviews section of the MALO CLINIC Dental Tourism website: https://dental-tourism.maloclinics.com/
The Future of Medical Travel
How do you see the future of medical travel?
The future of medical travel lies in specialization, innovation, and trust. Patients are increasingly well informed and are looking for clinics that can offer proven expertise, advanced technology, and predictable outcomes, rather than simply lower costs.
In dental tourism, digital workflows, minimally invasive procedures, and faster treatment times will play a key role. Patients will continue to seek destinations that combine clinical excellence with comfort, safety, and a positive overall experience, and this is exactly where we see MALO CLINIC positioned.
What Makes MALO CLINIC Unique
What is something unique that you offer as a healthcare provider?
What truly sets MALO CLINIC apart is the way we integrate clinical expertise, scientific research, and digital technology into a single, patient-centred approach. We are pioneers in implant dentistry, particularly in fixed solutions for totally edentulous patients, and our clinical protocols are supported by decades of experience, extensive clinical data, and peer-reviewed scientific publications.
We are especially proud that our R&D team has recently published a scientific study on immediate-function full-arch rehabilitation with the longest follow-up in the history of implant dentistry: 25 years. This long-term evidence reinforces the predictability, safety, and durability of our treatments.
At the same time, we have fully embraced digital dentistry from intraoral scanners and 3D imaging to digital surgical planning and in-house printing allowing us to deliver treatments with greater precision, efficiency, and comfort, while ensuring consistent, high-quality outcomes for our patients.
Services for Medical Travelers
What services do you offer to medical travelers?
For international patients, MALO CLINIC offers a fully coordinated dental tourism service, delivered through carefully designed treatment packages that ensure comfort, safety, and peace of mind throughout the entire clinical journey.
These packages include:
• Two online appointments, one before travel and one after surgery, to ensure proper assessment, follow-up, and continuity of care;
• Two nights’ accommodation in a 4-star hotel, located just five minutes from MALO CLINIC Lisbon;
• Airport transfer, ensuring a smooth and stress-free arrival;
• Use of high-quality materials, in line with our clinical protocols and standards;
• A comprehensive pre-surgical clinical check-up;
• Sedation with an anesthetist, providing maximum comfort and safety during the procedure;
• Medication and pharmacy products, both pre- and post-surgery, according to our established clinical protocols;
• All necessary additional imaging exams, including X-rays and CT scans, whenever required;
• Post-surgical comfort support, such as ice cream, cold soup, or ice packs to be applied to the face, helping to reduce swelling and improve recovery;
• A complimentary oral hygiene appointment for the patient’s companion.
Our goal is to combine advanced dental care with a seamless and reassuring experience, ensuring that international patients receive the highest level of clinical quality with maximum comfort and convenience.
Medical Procedures Offered
What medical procedures do you offer?
We offer a comprehensive range of dental treatments, with a strong focus on:
• Full-arch rehabilitation with fixed implant solutions, including the MALO CLINIC Protocol for Edentulous People (All-on-4 concept);
• Dental implants, including advanced solutions for severe bone loss without the need for bone grafting;
• Fixed prosthesis solutions with high functional and aesthetic standards;
• Complex oral rehabilitation supported by digital planning and photogrammetry technology.
These procedures are specifically designed to deliver long-term stability, function, and natural aesthetics, even in complex cases.
The Role of Better by MTA
Why do you think Better by MTA is so valuable for the industry?
Better by MTA plays a crucial role in raising standards and building trust within the medical travel industry. By promoting transparency, quality, and patient-centred care, it helps patients make informed decisions and encourages providers to continuously improve their services.
For MALO CLINIC, platforms such as Better by MTA help highlight the importance of experience, innovation, and clinical outcomes. These values are essential for the sustainable growth of medical and dental tourism worldwide.
