Follow-up care in New Zealand after dental treatment in Vietnam
How to work with your NZ dentist after Picasso Dental Clinic treatment — records, hygiene, warranty, and when to return to Vietnam.
“Will my dentist see me?” is a Stage 2 fear question — answer it directly.
Email template for your NZ dentist
Hi [Name],
I had [veneers / implants / etc.] at Picasso Dental Clinic, Vietnam on [dates]. Attached: treatment summary, OPG, implant brand sheet.
I’d like a review and hygiene appointment — no expectation you redo the work.
Please advise availability.
Professional tone increases yes rates.
What NZ dentists commonly do
| Service | Typical |
|---|---|
| Examination | Yes |
| Hygiene clean | Yes |
| Bite adjustment minor | Often |
| Remake tourism veneers | Unlikely without referral |
| Implant maintenance | Yes if brand known |
Picasso + NZ shared care
Vietnam: surgery, lab, major prosthetics
↓
NZ: hygiene, monitoring, night guards, emergencies
↓
Vietnam (if needed): warranty remedial per approval
Red flags — see NZ dentist urgently
- Fever + facial swelling
- Bleeding > 48h post implant
- Temp crown off with pain
- Allergic reaction
Also notify Picasso — /safety/what-if-something-goes-wrong/.
Long-term maintenance
ACC note
Elective cosmetic work is not ACC — /nz-guide/acc-and-dental/.