Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital: Why I Send Friends Here for Surgery & Dental Care
China's top hospital for plastic surgery & dentistry—120,000+ surgeries yearly. Cleft lip repair from ~$3,400 (¥25,000), dental implants from ~$1,100 (¥8,000). International team with 50+ multilingual coordinators. New campus near Pudong Airport opening 2026.
Key Takeaways
- ✦#1 in China for plastic & reconstructive surgery — top national ranking year after year #1 in China for stomatology (oral-maxillofacial surgery) 120,000+ surgeries per year (including 60,000+ plastic and oral-maxillofacial procedures) 4 academicia...
- ✦Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Shanghai Ninth's plastic surgery department is Asia's largest and most comprehensive.
- ✦Shanghai Ninth's international patient program is well-established, with 50+ professional coordinators: Languages: English, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Russian, Indonesian Appointment speed: Outpatient + diagnostics within 48 hours; emergency surge...
- ✦ProcedureShanghai Ninth (CNY / USD Approx.)US EquivalentSavings Cleft lip/palate repair~¥25,000 (~$3,400)~$15,000~76% Maxillofacial free flap reconstruction¥80,000–120,000 (~$11,000–$16,500)~$100,00083–89% Dental implants (per tooth)¥8,000–25,000...
If you're thinking about plastic surgery, dental work, or complex reconstructive procedures in China, let me tell you about Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital (上海交通大学医学院附属第九人民医院). It's the name that keeps coming up when I ask friends in the medical field here. Officially, it's China's #1 ranked hospital for plastic and reconstructive surgery and stomatology (oral-maxillofacial surgery). With over 4.8 million outpatient visits and 120,000+ surgeries a year, the experience and expertise here are genuinely hard to beat.
Why Shanghai Ninth?
- #1 in China for plastic & reconstructive surgery — top national ranking year after year
- #1 in China for stomatology (oral-maxillofacial surgery)
- 120,000+ surgeries per year (including 60,000+ plastic and oral-maxillofacial procedures)
- 4 academicians from the Chinese Academy of Engineering on staff
- Patients from 80+ countries have come here for treatment
- New Eastern Campus — As of 2025, this is a future date; the article may be speculative or incorrect.
Flagship Specialties
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Shanghai Ninth's plastic surgery department is Asia's largest and most comprehensive. Areas of excellence include:
- Congenital deformity correction: Cleft lip/palate, craniofacial deformity, ear reconstruction
- Post-traumatic & post-cancer reconstruction: Microvascular free flap transplantation, breast reconstruction, facial reconstruction
- Cosmetic surgery: Facelift, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), liposuction, abdominoplasty
- Burn scar reconstruction: Tissue expanders, pre-fabricated flaps, laser scar revision
- Hand & foot surgery: Complex deformity correction, polydactyly, syndactyly
Stomatology (Oral-Maxillofacial Surgery & Dentistry)
The hospital's dental program is China's leading center, covering the full spectrum:
- Oral-maxillofacial surgery: Tumors, fractures, orthognathic surgery (jaw correction)
- Dental implants: Single and full-arch rehabilitation
- Orthodontics: Braces and aligner therapy for adults and children
- Cosmetic dentistry: Veneers, crowns, teeth whitening, smile design
- Periodontics & endodontics: Gum disease treatment, root canals
International Medical Department
Shanghai Ninth's international patient program is well-established, with 50+ professional coordinators:
- Languages: English, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Russian, Indonesian
- Appointment speed: Outpatient + diagnostics within 48 hours; emergency surgery within 72 hours
- Remote pre-assessment: Submit imaging data before arrival for preliminary evaluation
- Insurance: Direct billing with 40+ international insurers
- Post-op follow-up: 12 months of free video consultations; IoT remote monitoring; bilateral referral pathways
- Visa support: S2 visa invitation letter provided. Medical visa (S2) is required for procedures.
Contact: +86-21-2327-1699 | international@sh9hospital.com
Cost Comparison
| Procedure | Shanghai Ninth (CNY / USD Approx.) | US Equivalent | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleft lip/palate repair | ~¥25,000 (~$3,400) | ~$15,000 | ~76% |
| Maxillofacial free flap reconstruction | ¥80,000–120,000 (~$11,000–$16,500) | ~$100,000 | 83–89% |
| Dental implants (per tooth) | ¥8,000–25,000 (~$1,100–$3,400) | $3,000–$6,000 | 60–75% |
| Facelift | ¥80,000–150,000 (~$11,000–$20,600) | $15,000–$25,000 | 60–80% |
New Eastern Campus — Near Pudong Airport
As of 2025, the new Eastern Campus (99 Yunting Road, Zhuqiao Town, Pudong) is not yet open; the address may be correct but unverifiable. It is planned to be located near Pudong International Airport, with 800 inpatient beds and 700 dental chairs, designed as the flagship facility of the National Stomatology Medical Center and includes a dedicated international department.
Landmark International Cases
- UAE royal family member (2024): Full facial reconstruction using 3D-printed titanium mesh + autologous tissue after severe car accident.
- Italian child Mimi (2025): Congenital thumb duplication corrected in a single surgery by Prof. Wang Bin.
- Canadian child William (2025): Foot polydactyly correction with English genetic pedigree mapping.
- 200+ IVF patients from Gulf States (2022–2025): Majority achieved pregnancy within 1–2 cycles.
The Bottom Line
Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital is China's premier destination for plastic surgery, reconstructive surgery, and advanced dentistry. With 120,000+ annual surgeries, a dedicated international department with 50+ multilingual coordinators, and a new airport-adjacent campus, it offers a complete solution for international patients seeking cosmetic, reconstructive, or dental care at dramatically lower costs than Western countries.
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