Smiling brightly, a satisfied patient in India gives a thumbs up, capturing the essence of dental tourism's positive impact on healthcare and hospitality. Kathy, a young businesswoman, had always been confident in her work. But behind her professional success, she carried a private struggle — her malaligned teeth . In meetings, she hesitated to smile. At social gatherings, she felt embarrassed. Her misaligned teeth not only affected her self-esteem but also began to hurt her