AUD cost guide

All-on-4 cost in Vietnam vs Australia — 2026 AUD guide

All-on-4 full arch at Picasso Dental Clinic Vietnam from AUD 7,060 per arch (Osstem) vs AUD 23,000–38,000 at Australian private clinics. Full AUD breakdown including trip overhead, private health fund rebate, and break-even analysis.

An All-on-4 full arch at Picasso Dental Clinic costs from AUD 7,060 (Osstem) to AUD 12,435 (Nobel Biocare or Straumann) per arch — compared with typical Australian private clinic quotes of AUD 23,000–38,000 per arch. For patients replacing both arches, the saving at Picasso versus Australia is typically AUD 30,000–55,000 after all trip costs.

All-on-4 is the treatment where the financial case for travelling to Vietnam is strongest. A dual-arch case that costs AUD 45,000–76,000 in Australia costs AUD 14,120–24,870 at Picasso — and the direct flight from Sydney or Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City is 8–9 hours.

All-on-4 prices at Picasso — May 2026 (AUD per arch)

BrandPrice per arch (AUD)Implants includedNotes
OsstemAUD 7,0604 × Osstem TS IIIMost widely used — strong long-term data
ETKAUD 8,4754 × ETKFrench origin
NeodentAUD 8,4754 × NeodentStraumann Group brand
Nobel BiocareAUD 12,4354 × Nobel BiocarePremium — original All-on-4 brand
StraumannAUD 12,4354 × StraumannPremium — most commonly specified

Each price covers: 4 implant fixtures, abutments, and the full-arch fixed bridge prosthesis. The provisional (temporary) bridge placed on surgical day is included. The definitive (final) bridge is fitted on the second trip.

Australian private All-on-4 cost benchmarks

AU caseTypical AU private range (AUD)
Single arch All-on-4AUD 23,000 – AUD 38,000
Dual arch All-on-4 (full mouth)AUD 45,000 – AUD 76,000
Single arch Nobel BiocareAUD 30,000 – AUD 40,000+

All-in comparison — dual-arch Osstem case

Line itemPicasso Vietnam (AUD)AU private mid (AUD)
Dual arch Osstem All-on-4AUD 14,120AUD 55,000
Extractions if needed (estimate)AUD 700AUD 2,000
CBCT scan (both arches)AUD 65AUD 800
Return flights SYD–HCMC (Jetstar/Vietnam Airlines)AUD 1,100n/a
14 nights accommodationAUD 1,100n/a
Local transport and contingencyAUD 500n/a
Total estimatedAUD 17,585AUD 57,800
Net saving~AUD 40,200

Private health fund rebates — item codes

Item codeDescriptionTypical rebate
684Implant surgical placement (per implant)AUD 200–600 per implant
688Implant crown or prosthetic unitVaries by policy
022OPG panoramic X-rayAUD 30–60

A full arch has 4 implants — item 684 can be claimed 4 times per arch. Confirm your policy’s major dental annual limit with your fund before travelling.

What the treatment involves

All-on-4 replaces a complete arch of teeth with four strategically placed implants — the posterior two are angled at 30–45 degrees to maximise bone engagement and avoid the sinus. This allows immediate loading: a fixed provisional bridge the same day as surgery.

Trip 1 (10–14 days)

  • Day 1–2: Consultation, CBCT, treatment planning, extractions if needed
  • Day 3–5: Implant surgery and provisional bridge fitting under local anaesthesia
  • Day 5–10: Initial healing, bridge adjustments, aftercare instructions
  • Day 10–14: Pre-departure review, final occlusion check

Gap (3–6 months)

Osseointegration at home. Provisional bridge is functional — soft diet, no hard or crunchy food. Contact Picasso if any implant mobility or bridge loosening.

Trip 2 (4–5 days)

  • Clinical review confirming osseointegration
  • Final prosthesis try-in
  • Delivery of definitive bridge and bite adjustment

Dr. Tran Thanh Phong — the lead clinician

Dr. Phong leads all full-arch implant work at Picasso:

  • 1,000+ All-on-4 cases since 2010
  • First Vietnamese dentist to perform immediate loading
  • 400+ zygomatic implants since 2017
  • Nobel Biocare clinical representative in Vietnam since 2007

Full clinical profile: /team/dr-tran-thanh-phong/

When to stay in Australia

  • Cases requiring staged surgery over 12+ months due to severe bone loss — local management is simpler
  • Patients with uncontrolled diabetes, active cancer treatment, or severe bleeding disorders
  • Patients who cannot commit to 2 trips to Vietnam over 6 months

For healthy adults requiring full-arch replacement, the financial case for Picasso is compelling at every brand tier.

Frequently asked questions

How much does All-on-4 cost at Picasso Dental Clinic?

All-on-4 per arch at May 2026 prices in AUD: Osstem AUD 7,060; ETK or Neodent AUD 8,475; Nobel Biocare or Straumann AUD 12,435. These are per-arch prices covering 4 implant fixtures, abutments, and the fixed prosthetic bridge. The price does not include extractions, bone grafting, or pre-treatment cleaning if required.

How much does All-on-4 cost in Australia privately?

Australian private clinics typically quote AUD 23,000–38,000 per arch for All-on-4. Dual-arch (full mouth) cases often quote AUD 45,000–70,000+. There is significant variation between cities and clinic tiers.

How much can I save by going to Vietnam for All-on-4?

On a dual-arch Osstem case: AUD 14,120 at Picasso vs AUD 46,000–76,000 in Australia. After return flights (AUD 1,100) and 14 nights accommodation (AUD 1,100), total trip cost is approximately AUD 16,320. Net saving: approximately AUD 30,000–60,000.

Does Medicare or private health cover All-on-4?

Medicare does not cover dental implants or All-on-4. Private health fund extras may apply a rebate toward implant placement (item code 684 per implant) depending on your policy tier and annual major dental limit. Most medium-tier extras policies contribute AUD 1,500–3,000 annually toward major dental — a partial contribution only.

How long does the All-on-4 trip take?

The first trip is typically 10–14 days covering extractions, implant placement, and provisional bridge fitting. The second trip (4–5 days) is 3–6 months later for the final definitive prosthesis.

Is the All-on-4 bridge fixed or removable?

Fixed. The bridge is screw-retained to the four implants and is not removed by the patient. It is cleaned in the mouth with a water flosser and interdental brushes. Annual review by a dentist or hygienist is recommended.