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All-on-6: Vietnam vs Mexico — 2026 AUD guide for Australians
Picasso All-on-6 AUD 10,175–16,955/arch vs Mexico AUD 10,000–18,000/arch. For Australian patients, 18–24h travel to Mexico cannot be justified when Vietnam is 8–9h direct.
All-on-6 uses six implants per arch rather than four, offering greater prosthetic support and reducing the bone distribution demands on each fixture. Mexico offers All-on-6 for North American patients at AUD 10,000–18,000 per arch. Picasso Dental Clinic in Ho Chi Minh City charges AUD 10,175–16,955 per arch — overlapping with Mexico's range on a flight that is 10–15 hours shorter from Sydney or Melbourne. For Australians comparing these two destinations, the travel arithmetic makes Vietnam the only realistic choice.
Price comparison: All-on-6 per arch
| Provider | All-on-6 per arch |
|---|---|
| Picasso Dental Clinic, Ho Chi Minh City | AUD 10,175–16,955 |
| Mexico top-tier (Cancún, Tijuana, Los Algodones) | AUD 10,000–18,000 |
| Australian private dentist benchmark | AUD 28,000–50,000 |
Picasso and Mexico’s top tier overlap almost exactly on per-arch price. For Australians, the only meaningful variable between these two destinations is travel time and cost.
All-in cost comparison: single arch All-on-6
| Item | Mexico (Cancún top-tier) | Picasso Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| All-on-6 single arch | AUD 12,000 | AUD 10,175–16,955 |
| Return flights from Sydney | AUD 3,000 | AUD 900 |
| 14 nights accommodation | AUD 1,400 | AUD 980 |
| Local transport + contingency | AUD 400 | AUD 300 |
| Estimated trip total | AUD 16,800 | AUD 12,355–19,135 |
At mid-range per-arch pricing, the all-in cost to Vietnam is AUD 4,000–5,000 lower than Mexico. The flight to Ho Chi Minh City from Sydney is also direct, whereas Mexico requires at least one connection through a US airport.
Flight comparison from Australia
Reaching any Mexican All-on-6 destination from Australia involves at minimum one connection through Los Angeles, Houston, or another US hub. Total travel time from Sydney or Melbourne to Cancún, Tijuana, or Mexico City is 18–24 hours gate-to-gate.
Flights to Ho Chi Minh City from Sydney operate direct on Vietnam Airlines and Jetstar Asia, taking 8–9 hours. Melbourne is similar at 8–9 hours. Return economy fares range from AUD 700–1,200.
For a procedure as significant as full-arch implants, arriving rested and without extended jet lag is clinically relevant. The 10–15 hour difference in flight time between Mexico and Vietnam is not trivial when post-surgical care begins within 24 hours of arrival.
All-on-6 clinical protocol at Picasso
Picasso’s All-on-6 protocol uses 3D CBCT scanning for pre-surgical planning and follows an immediate-loading pathway for suitable candidates, placing temporary prosthetics on the day of surgery. Six implants per arch provide greater load distribution, particularly in the posterior regions. The treating oral surgeon reviews the CBCT and bone quality assessment before finalising implant positions.
Implant brands available include Nobel Biocare and Straumann at the premium tier, and Osstem at the standard tier. Brand and fixture reference are confirmed in writing before treatment commences.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between All-on-4 and All-on-6?
All-on-4 uses four implants per arch as anchor points for a full prosthetic bridge. All-on-6 uses six implants, distributing load more evenly across the jaw. All-on-6 is often recommended for patients with greater bone availability who want more stability, particularly in the lower jaw. At Picasso, All-on-4 runs AUD 7,060–12,435 per arch and All-on-6 runs AUD 10,175–16,955 per arch. Your treating specialist will recommend the appropriate option based on CBCT bone assessment.
Does Australia's private health insurance cover All-on-6 done overseas?
Generally no. Most Australian private health extras policies do not cover dental treatment performed outside Australia. Some policies cover a fixed rebate for major dental work regardless of country, but this is rare — check your fund directly. The saving versus Australian prices (AUD 28,000–50,000 per arch domestically) remains very large even without a rebate.
How long should I plan to stay in Vietnam for All-on-6?
Allow 12–16 days for a dual-arch All-on-6 procedure at Picasso. The surgical phase and immediate temporary loading typically occur within the first 3–4 days. Remaining time allows for healing observation, any prosthetic adjustments, and a rest buffer before the return flight. A second trip for final prosthetic fitting may be required 3–6 months later.