Veneers in Vietnam — Portrait Sitting protocol
Porcelain veneers at Picasso Dental Clinic for New Zealand patients — minimal prep, named ceramist, transparent NZD pricing, and a global warranty.
New Zealanders searching for veneers overseas are usually weighing three things: cost, safety, and whether the result will look natural. This page explains how Picasso Dental Clinic approaches veneers for Kiwi patients — and why our Portrait Sitting protocol exists.
What are porcelain veneers?
Veneers are thin ceramic shells bonded to the front of teeth to change colour, shape, and symmetry. They are the flagship aesthetic treatment at Picasso Dental Clinic and the hero service on dentalholiday.nz because they combine high visual impact with a clear New Zealand price gap.
Porcelain veneers at Picasso use conservative preparation, documented shade selection, and a named ceramist — a deliberate contrast to high-volume ‘Turkey teeth’ clinics that over-prepare teeth.
Portrait Sitting — why it matters
“Turkey teeth” has become shorthand for veneers gone wrong: teeth filed down aggressively, opaque “chiclet” shapes, and no recourse when you fly home. The Portrait Sitting protocol is Picasso’s clinical answer:
- Photography and facial analysis — proportions, lip line, and smile arc before any drilling.
- Shade and shape with you in the chair — not chosen from a catalogue while you are absent.
- Minimal preparation — enamel removal only where required for health and aesthetics.
- Named ceramist — your case is not anonymous lab work.
- Temporaries — you approve the journey before finals are bonded.
Read more on fear-stage content: Is dental tourism safe? and Turkey teeth explained.
NZ private dentistry vs Picasso (honest framing)
| Factor | Typical NZ private | Picasso Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Per-tooth veneer (indicative) | Often NZD 1,500–2,500+ | Itemised on /pricing/ |
| Transparency | Quotes often after consult | NZD list published upfront |
| Warranty | Varies by practice | SmileCare Global Warranty incl. travel support |
| Time in chair | Spread over weeks | Concentrated in one trip |
We do not claim veneers are right for everyone. If you need major bite correction, active gum disease, or bruxism without a night guard plan, other treatments may come first.
Sub-guides
- Porcelain veneers — materials, longevity, candidacy
- Composite veneers — faster, more conservative, less durable
- Veneer costs: NZ vs Vietnam — tables and break-even maths for Kiwis
Kiwi journey at a glance
- Online records — photos, OPG if available → free NZD quote.
- Video consult — NZ-friendly timezone, written plan.
- Fly — many Auckland patients use direct routes to Da Nang; see /nz-guide/flights-to-vietnam/.
- Treatment week — prep, temporaries, bond.
- Home — aftercare guide and warranty registration.
When veneers are not the answer
- Heavy grinding without protection — risk of chipping; see /aftercare/nightguard-and-bruxism/.
- Single small chip — a crown or bonding may be cheaper than a full set; flight cost can exceed treatment for tiny jobs.
- Unrealistic shade requests — ultrawhite blocks can look unnatural; we will say so.
Next step
Request an itemised NZD quote with your photos: Free quote. Review transparent pricing and warranty before you book.