Do cruise liners have dentists?

no, there are no dentists on cruise ships. There are emergency care nurses and doctors available on cruise ships. their job is to keep people stable until we can send you off to a land-based facility in the next port of call.



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Cruise ship doctors work as independent contractors and may charge a basic hourly fee. There will be additional charges for medications and tests. All must be paid for at the time of service and will be billed to your shipboard spending account.

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Unfortunately, illness can strike even on a cruise ship - of course, it's a huge bummer when it does. Luckily, all cruise ships have a medical facility onboard to treat a variety of illnesses and conditions.

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no, there are no dentists on cruise ships. There are emergency care nurses and doctors available on cruise ships. their job is to keep people stable until we can send you off to a land-based facility in the next port of call.

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The medical staff on cruise ships can diagnose and treat some illnesses on board and prescribe medications. While cruise ships typically stock a broad range of meds, including antibiotics, there's only sometimes a large supply. Doctors may give you a prescription you can fill at a pharmacy in the next port.

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In general cases, cruise medical centers can prescribe and administer medications, perform minor surgeries and stabilize patients with more serious medical conditions. If your medical condition is treatable on board the ship, you will be given the relevant treatment or condition.

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Typically, a member of the cruise line's Care Team will accompany the ill passenger and a companion or family member to the hospital. You will not be reimbursed for any unused portion of your cruise. You will be charged for medical services onboard and in the port of call where you are disembarked.

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These facilities are typically equipped to treat only minor nonemergency conditions. If your illness is serious or you find yourself needing emergency treatment, you'll be referred to a facility on land and disembarked to get care.

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Original Medicare (Parts A & B) may cover medically necessary health care services on a cruise ship, if the ship you're on when you receive the care is in a U.S. port or no more than 6 hours away from one when you get the services. That means the ship can be in the water, but must be within six hours of a U.S. port.

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Being airlifted off a cruise usually costs at least $20,000 and this can rise into the hundreds of thousands depending on location and other factors. This is one reason why taking out travel insurance with good medical cover is essential when cruising. Do not EVER cruise without travel insurance.

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i,ve just had my teeth whitened onboard a princess cruise, and would like yo warn people if they are thinking of having theirs done, dont bother! not only does it not work it is very costly! i was guaranteed my teeth would be whitened by six shades but they have not even gone 1 shade whiter!

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Respiratory Illnesses. Respiratory illnesses are the most common medical complaint on cruise ships.

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Operation Rising Star: A death or very serious medical emergency has happened on the ship. Oscar, Oscar, Oscar: Man overboard. Purell, Purell, Purell: Cleanup is needed in a public area.

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How Not to Get Sick on a Cruise
  1. See a travel medicine specialist before your trip. ...
  2. Pack your own hand sanitizer and travel-size disinfectant. ...
  3. Avoid common serving utensils. ...
  4. No sharing. ...
  5. Wash your hands obsessively. ...
  6. Eat your foods cooked. ...
  7. Skip unpasteurized foods. ...
  8. Use your own restroom.


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Health issues may arise in these floating metropolises. Therefore, cruise lines employ doctors and nurses onboard to handle any emergencies. Generally, at least two nurses and one doctor will be on board. In many large ships, there are two doctors and three or four nurses.

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The short answer: Drink water and go see a doctor. If you experience symptoms of a UTI at sea, respond first by drinking plenty of water. Increasing your urinary flow can slow the progression of a UTI, which is especially important if you do not have immediate access to professional medical care.

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We suggest that guests transport all their medications in their carry-on luggage to minimize the potential for diversion or loss of medications and advise that all medications remain in their original, labeled prescription containers.

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The morgue is usually found on the lowest ship deck, away from guests. It is a refrigerated room made of stainless steel with individual compartments. Generally, the bigger the ship, the more shelves are found in the morgue. Morgues tend to be small and can typically hold three to six bodies.

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