Team
Picasso Dental Clinic team - named clinicians treating Australian patients
Meet the clinicians at Picasso Dental Clinic Vietnam — Dr. Tran Thanh Phong (Head of Implantology, 15,000+ implants), Dr. Emily Nguyen (Founding Clinical Director), and the senior team treating Australian patients across Hanoi, Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Lat.
Picasso Dental Clinic's Australian-facing clinical team is led by Dr. Emily Nguyen (Founding Clinical Director, since 2013) and Dr. Tran Thanh Phong (Head of Implantology, 15,000+ implants placed since 2001 and Nobel Biocare's Vietnam clinical representative since 2007) — every implant, full-arch, and cosmetic case for Australian patients sits under named clinical accountability rather than an anonymous coordinator team.
Dr. Tran Thanh Phong — Head of Implantology
Dr. Phong is Picasso’s implant lead and the clinician most Australian patients ask about by name.
| Credential | Detail |
|---|---|
| Implants placed | 15,000+ since 2001 |
| All-on-4 certification | First Vietnamese surgeon certified by Nobel Biocare, 2010 |
| International training | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Loma Linda University, California |
| Nobel Biocare role | Clinical representative for Vietnam since 2007 |
| Primary branch | Hanoi — complex implant and All-on-4 cases |
| Secondary | Available at HCMC and Da Nang for selected cases |
For Australian patients considering complex implant cases — multiple implants, All-on-4, All-on-6, or full-mouth reconstruction — Dr. Phong’s documented case volume and certification history are directly relevant to assessing clinical risk.
Dr. Emily Nguyen — Founding Clinical Director
Dr. Nguyen co-founded Picasso Dental Clinic in 2013 and leads the clinic’s clinical direction, aesthetic protocols, and quality standards.
| Credential | Detail |
|---|---|
| Role | Founding Clinical Director |
| At Picasso since | 2013 |
| Clinical focus | Cosmetic dentistry, clinical governance, Portrait Sitting protocol |
| Branches | All three Picasso branches |
Dr. Nguyen oversees the Portrait Sitting aesthetic planning protocol — the wax-up, shade approval, and temporary trial system used for veneer and smile makeover patients before any permanent preparation.
AHPRA and overseas registration — what Australian patients should know
AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) does not register or accredit overseas dental practitioners. This is not a barrier to safe treatment overseas — it means the framework for assessing overseas clinicians is different:
- Documented case volume — Dr. Phong’s 15,000+ implants is verifiable through Nobel Biocare’s published records and clinic documentation
- International certification — All-on-4 Nobel Biocare certification (2010) is internationally recognised
- Written treatment plan — the plan names the treating clinician before you commit
- Clinical accountability — warranty and aftercare are tied to named clinicians, not anonymous coordinators
See /safety/dentist-credentials/ for the full credential assessment guide.
The broader clinical team
Beyond the lead clinicians, Picasso’s team includes:
- Orthodontists — Invisalign certified, all three branches
- Endodontists — root canal specialists
- Periodontists — gum treatment and bone grafting
- Prosthodontists — crown, bridge, and denture specialists
- Oral and Maxillofacial surgeons — complex extractions and jaw surgery
Treatment plans name the specialist involved in each procedure before you book.
Clinician profiles
- Dr. Tran Thanh Phong — Head of Implantology
- Dr. Emily Nguyen — Cosmetic Dentist and Smile Design Specialist
Related pages
- Dentist credentials — how to assess overseas practitioners
- Dental implants — led by Dr. Phong
- Veneers — led by Dr. Nguyen
- Is dental tourism safe?
- Contact Picasso — speak with the coordinator team
- Free AUD quote
- Dr. Emily Nguyen — Cosmetic Dentist and Smile Design Specialist at Picasso
- Dr. Tran Thanh Phong — Head of Implantology at Picasso Dental Clinic
Frequently asked questions
Who is the head implant surgeon at Picasso?
Dr. Tran Thanh Phong. He has placed 15,000+ implants since 2001, was the first Vietnamese surgeon to be certified for All-on-4 treatment by Nobel Biocare in 2010, and trained at Loma Linda University (California) in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He is Nobel Biocare's clinical representative for Vietnam and is primarily based at the Hanoi branch for complex implant cases.
Can I request a specific dentist for my treatment?
Yes. For complex implant or All-on-4 cases, you can request Dr. Phong at the Hanoi branch. For veneer and cosmetic cases, Dr. Nguyen and the senior aesthetic team are available at all branches. Mention your clinician preference in your free quote request.
Are Picasso dentists registered with Vietnamese authorities?
Yes. All Picasso clinicians are registered with the Vietnam Ministry of Health. AHPRA does not register or regulate overseas practitioners — Australian patients should assess overseas dentists on documented credentials, case volume, and clinical process rather than Australian registration status.
How many dentists are at Picasso?
Picasso employs a team of specialist and general dentists across three branches. Each branch has dedicated implantologists, cosmetic dentists, endodontists, and orthodontists. The named lead clinicians are Dr. Phong (implants) and Dr. Nguyen (clinical direction and cosmetics).