Dental implants replace missing tooth roots with titanium fixtures, then restore chewing with crowns or bridges. For New Zealand patients facing NZD 6,000+ per tooth at home, Vietnam is a rational option when planning is rigorous.

Why Kiwis consider Vietnam

NZ realityPicasso response
High per-tooth quotesPublished NZD lines on /pricing/
Long waits in some regionsScheduled trip with fixed stages
Brand uncertaintyNamed systems — /safety/implant-brands/
Fear after media stories/is-it-safe/ + honest risks

Clinical standards (what to verify anywhere)

  • 3D CBCT before drilling
  • Surgical guide where appropriate
  • Brand components you can document for your NZ dentist
  • Written aftercare and warranty

Treatment paths

Two-trip reality (honest)

TripPurpose
Trip 1Implant placement, temporaries if needed
Healing3–6 months (case-dependent)
Trip 2Final crown or bridge

Budget two lots of flights or discuss interim solutions with your coordinator. Timeline: /nz-guide/timeline/.

NZ follow-up

Your local dentist can maintain hygiene and assess integration — /follow-up-care-new-zealand/. Bring implant passport, brand, and torque specs.

Cost resources

Next step

Upload OPG if you have one → Free NZD quote