Dental implants
Dental implant cost: Australia vs Vietnam 2026 — full AUD breakdown
Full AUD cost comparison for dental implants — Picasso Dental Clinic Vietnam vs Australian private clinics. All 7 implant brands, bone graft costs, private health fund rebates, and city-by-city AU benchmarks.
A single dental implant costs AUD 1,410–2,540 at Picasso Dental Clinic Vietnam (all-inclusive fixture, abutment, and crown) versus AUD 5,000–8,000 at Australian private clinics for the equivalent. For multiple implants or full-arch cases, the absolute saving is AUD 10,000–60,000+. The clinician is Dr. Tran Thanh Phong — 15,000+ implants since 2001, Nobel Biocare's clinical representative in Vietnam since 2007.
All 7 implant brands — AUD price comparison
| Brand | Picasso combo (AUD) | Origin | AU private equiv (AUD) | Saving per implant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osstem | AUD 1,410 | South Korea | AUD 5,000–6,500 | AUD 3,590–5,090 |
| ETK | AUD 1,700 | France | AUD 5,000–6,500 | AUD 3,300–4,800 |
| Neodent | AUD 1,700 | Brazil | AUD 5,000–6,500 | AUD 3,300–4,800 |
| SIC | AUD 1,700 | Switzerland | AUD 5,500–7,000 | AUD 3,800–5,300 |
| Nobel Biocare | AUD 2,260 | Switzerland | AUD 6,500–8,000 | AUD 4,240–5,740 |
| Straumann | AUD 2,260 | Switzerland | AUD 6,500–8,000 | AUD 4,240–5,740 |
| Straumann BLX | AUD 2,540 | Switzerland | AUD 7,000–9,000 | AUD 4,460–6,460 |
Australian private implant cost benchmarks
| AU setting | Single implant combo (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Sydney / Melbourne CBD specialist | AUD 6,500 – AUD 8,000+ |
| AU general dentist (major city) | AUD 5,000 – AUD 7,000 |
| Regional / suburban AU dentist | AUD 4,500 – AUD 6,000 |
Bone grafting costs (AUD) — disclosed before travel
| Procedure | Picasso (AUD) | AU private (AUD) |
|---|---|---|
| Bone graft 0.25cc | AUD 225 | AUD 800–1,500 |
| Bone graft 0.5cc | AUD 285 | AUD 1,000–2,000 |
| Bio-Oss graft 0.5cc | AUD 450 | AUD 1,200–2,500 |
| Sinus augmentation — closed | AUD 395 | AUD 2,000–4,000 |
| Sinus augmentation — open | AUD 790 | AUD 3,500–6,000 |
| GBR membrane (collagen) | AUD 170 | AUD 500–1,500 |
Approximately 30–40% of implant patients need some bone work. All bone grafting is identified from your pre-travel OPG or CBCT and quoted in advance.
Private health fund rebates — item codes
| Item code | Description | Typical rebate |
|---|---|---|
| 684 | Implant surgical placement | AUD 300–800 (policy-dependent) |
| 688 | Implant crown | AUD 200–500 (policy-dependent) |
| 022 | OPG panoramic X-ray | AUD 30–60 |
| 072 | CBCT scan | AUD 50–150 |
You can claim Picasso invoices on return to Australia. Keep all receipts itemised with the above codes. Major dental annual limits typically range from AUD 1,000–3,000 per person on mid-tier extras policies.
All-in comparison — multiple implant cases
2 Osstem implants + return flights
| Line item | Picasso Vietnam (AUD) | AU private (AUD) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 × Osstem combos | AUD 2,820 | AUD 12,000 |
| CBCT scan | AUD 33 | AUD 500 |
| Return flights SYD–HCMC | AUD 1,100 | n/a |
| 8 nights accommodation | AUD 620 | n/a |
| Total | AUD 4,573 | AUD 12,500 |
| Saving | ~AUD 7,927 | — |
4 Osstem implants + return flights
| Line item | Picasso Vietnam (AUD) | AU private (AUD) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 × Osstem combos | AUD 5,640 | AUD 24,000 |
| CBCT scan | AUD 33 | AUD 500 |
| Return flights SYD–HCMC | AUD 1,100 | n/a |
| 10 nights accommodation | AUD 780 | n/a |
| Total | AUD 7,553 | AUD 24,500 |
| Saving | ~AUD 16,947 | — |
Dr. Tran Thanh Phong — credentials
- 15,000+ implants placed since 2001
- Approximately 600 implants per year
- 1,000+ All-on-4 cases since 2010
- First Vietnamese dentist to perform immediate loading
- Loma Linda University trained (2010)
- Nobel Biocare clinical representative in Vietnam since 2007
Full profile: /team/dr-tran-thanh-phong/
Related pages
- Dental implants hub — all protocols and brands
- Single tooth implant — timeline and AUD cost
- All-on-4 cost
- Implant brands — all 7 systems explained
- Free quote
Frequently asked questions
Are dental implant prices the same across Australian cities?
No — significant variation. Sydney and Melbourne CBD prosthodontic and specialist oral surgery practices quote AUD 6,000–8,000 per implant. Regional and suburban general dentists are often AUD 4,500–6,000. Private health fund rebates and specialist vs general dentist fees drive much of the variation. The Picasso price is the same regardless of your city.
What is not included in the Picasso implant price?
The combo price (AUD 1,410–2,540) covers fixture, abutment, and final crown. It does not include: extractions (AUD 55–115), bone grafting (AUD 225–845), sinus augmentation (AUD 395–790), CBCT scan (AUD 33), or OPG X-ray (AUD 33). These are identified from your pre-travel imaging and quoted in the written plan before you fly.
How does private health fund work with overseas dental treatment?
You can claim private health fund rebates for dental treatment received overseas by submitting itemised invoices with Australian item codes on return to Australia. Picasso provides invoices with relevant item codes. Your fund assesses the claim against your annual major dental limit. The rebate is the same whether treatment was done in Sydney or Vietnam — the fund pays based on the treatment, not the location.
What if the implant fails after I return to Australia?
Implant failure is uncommon but possible. Picasso's warranty covers manufacturing defects and integration failure. If a problem occurs after return to Australia, contact Picasso first — the team will assess remotely and advise whether a return trip is necessary. For acute issues (pain, mobility), see an AHPRA-registered dentist or oral surgeon immediately and call 000 if there is a medical emergency.
Does travel insurance cover dental complications?
Standard travel insurance does not cover elective dental treatment complications — only emergency dental treatment that was not pre-existing. Consider medical travel insurance that covers dental complications if you are travelling for implant surgery. Confirm with your insurer before departure.