Smile makeover
Smile makeover Vietnam - from AUD 5,100 | Picasso Dental Clinic
Complete smile makeovers at Picasso Dental Clinic Vietnam — veneers, whitening, gum contouring, and digital planning with itemised AUD quotes for Australian patients in 10–14 days.
A smile makeover at Picasso Dental Clinic combining ten Emax Press veneers starts at AUD 5,100, with optional whitening (AUD 340), gum contouring (from AUD 113 per tooth), and wax-up mock-up (AUD 18 per tooth) — compared with AUD 23,700–AUD 47,000 for equivalent makeovers at Australian private clinics. Every component appears in an itemised AUD quote before you book.
A ten-tooth Emax Press veneer smile makeover at Picasso Dental Clinic costs AUD 5,100 for the veneers alone — AUD 510 per tooth. Add professional Zoom whitening (AUD 340) and a wax-up mock-up (AUD 180 for ten teeth) and the total is approximately AUD 5,620 before flights and accommodation. An equivalent plan at an Australian private clinic typically costs AUD 23,700–AUD 28,000 for the veneers alone.
This page covers what a smile makeover includes, the itemised AUD prices, the design protocol Picasso uses, the trip timeline, and who should wait or seek Australian care first.
What a smile makeover can include
| Component | When used | Picasso AUD price |
|---|---|---|
| Emax Press veneers | Colour, shape, length changes on front teeth | AUD 510 per tooth |
| Emax Press Plus veneers | Higher-translucency variant for very white results | AUD 566 per tooth |
| Composite veneers | Immediate, reversible, lower durability | AUD 170 per tooth |
| Crowns (Emax) | Back teeth or heavily restored front teeth | AUD 510 per unit |
| Zoom! in-chair whitening | Natural tooth baseline shade before veneers | AUD 340 |
| Gum contouring — flapless | Uneven gum line on one or two teeth | AUD 57 per tooth |
| Gum contouring — flap surgery | More significant gum reshaping | AUD 113 per tooth |
| Wax-up mock-up | Pre-treatment design approval | AUD 18 per tooth |
| Invisalign (mild crowding) | Alignment before veneers if needed | From AUD 1,978 |
How Picasso prices compare to Australian private clinics
| Scenario | Picasso AUD | AU private range | Indicative saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Emax veneers | AUD 5,100 | AUD 23,700 – AUD 28,000 | AUD 18,600 – AUD 22,900 |
| 10 veneers + whitening + mock-up | AUD 5,620 | AUD 25,000 – AUD 30,000 | AUD 19,380 – AUD 24,380 |
| 16 Emax veneers (upper and lower) | AUD 8,160 | AUD 37,920 – AUD 44,800 | AUD 29,760 – AUD 36,640 |
Break-even for flights and accommodation from Sydney is approximately AUD 3,400–4,250 for a 10–14 day plan.
The Portrait Sitting design process
Picasso’s approach separates it from high-volume clinics that prepare teeth on day one:
- Photography session — full facial, profile, smile, and retracted shots establish proportions and symmetry
- Shade selection — patient chooses from a calibrated shade guide; natural shades preferred over ultra-white unless specifically requested
- Wax-up mock-up — an additive prototype placed over unprepped teeth shows the proposed shape and length before any preparation
- Temporary veneers — after minimal preparation, temporaries are worn for 1–3 days as a functional and aesthetic test drive
- Design approval — patient signs off before the final ceramics are sent to the laboratory
- Final bonding — Emax or Emax Press bonded with colour-matched cement; shade confirmed in natural light
This process cannot be compressed into a 3-day package. It is the reason the minimum trip is 10 days.
Who should wait or see an Australian dentist first
Get Australian treatment first if:
- You have active gum disease (periodontitis) — veneer bonding fails on inflamed tissue
- You have uncontrolled teeth grinding (bruxism) without a night guard — veneer fracture risk is high
- You are pregnant — elective cosmetic procedures should wait
- You have temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain — bite changes from veneers can worsen TMJ issues
Tell your Picasso coordinator about any of these in your free quote request — the written plan will address them.
Trip structure for smile makeover patients
| Day | Activity |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Photography, shade selection, wax-up mock-up, plan sign-off |
| Day 2 | Whitening (if included) |
| Day 3 | Tooth preparation, impressions or digital scan, temporaries fitted |
| Days 4–8 | Healing and temporary wear; laboratory fabricating final veneers |
| Day 9 | Trial fit, shade check in natural light |
| Day 10 | Final bonding and bite adjustment |
| Day 11–14 | Buffer for any adjustments; photography; discharge |
Related pages
- Smile makeover cost — full AUD breakdown
- Dental veneers — procedure and candidacy
- Veneer cost — per-tooth pricing detail
- Teeth whitening — Zoom! and at-home options
- Teeth whitening cost — whitening pricing detail
- Dr. Emily Nguyen — cosmetic dentist and smile design specialist
- How long do veneers last?
- Free AUD quote
Frequently asked questions
What is included in a smile makeover?
The plan varies by patient. Typically: Emax veneers or crowns on visible teeth, professional whitening to establish the baseline shade, and minor gum reshaping where the gum line is uneven. Some plans add Invisalign for mild crowding before veneers, or implants where teeth are missing. Every line appears in your AUD quote before you book.
Smile makeover vs veneers — what is the difference?
Veneers focus on front teeth shells for shape and colour. A smile makeover is the broader aesthetic plan — gum line, symmetry, colour, and sometimes bite — often mixing veneers, crowns, whitening, and minor gum treatment.
How long must I stay in Vietnam for a smile makeover?
Plan 10–14 days for porcelain-heavy makeovers. Composite-only or whitening-only plans can be shorter. The lab turn for Emax veneers takes 3–5 working days, so the trip length is driven by that cycle.
Can I see a digital preview before I fly?
Yes. Photography and wax-up mock-ups are used before any tooth is prepared so you can assess shape and position before bonding. You approve the design before permanent cement.
Will my smile look natural or 'done'?
Picasso's Portrait Sitting protocol minimises aggressive preparation and uses temporaries as a test drive. The goal is a smile that fits your face — not a uniform Hollywood white that looks artificial. You choose the shade and sign off on the design.
What if I am not happy with the result?
Design approval happens at the temporary stage. Changes are made before the final ceramic is bonded. Once permanent crowns or veneers are cemented, adjustments are minor — redesigning after bonding is a new procedure. This is why the wax-up and temporary trial matters.
Does private health insurance cover smile makeovers?
No. Cosmetic dental procedures including veneers and elective smile makeovers are excluded from Australian private health extras policies. Whitening and gum contouring are similarly excluded. Crowns placed for structural reasons may attract a partial rebate — check your policy.