Dental Service in European Airports: An Analysis on Dental Care Provided by Airports Accommodating More than 20 Million Passengers

Edoardo Bianco ()
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Edoardo Bianco: Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano Bicocca, Dental Clinic, 20900 Monza, Italy

Tourism and Hospitality, 2025, vol. 6, issue 2, 1-8

Abstract: Airports are critical global transit points, yet their medical services often overlook emergency dental care—a vital component of comprehensive passenger assistance. This study examines the availability of dental services at 28 European airports accommodating over 20 million passengers annually. Using content analysis of official airport websites, the presence of terms like “dental” and “dentist” was documented. Results reveal that only six airports provide dental services, with Istanbul Airport being the sole facility offering 24/7 emergency care airside. Other airports limit services to landside and operate within standard hours. The lack of widespread dental care in airports highlights a significant gap in passenger health services, with implications for traveler satisfaction, operational efficiency, and overall public health. This analysis underscores the need for broader integration of dental facilities into airport infrastructures to meet the diverse and urgent needs of global travelers and staff.

Keywords: airport; dental services; dental emergency; travel medicine (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Z3 Z30 Z31 Z32 Z33 Z38 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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