A dental implant in the United States costs between $3,000 and $6,000. The same implant — the same brand, the same titanium post — costs $550–1,260 at Vinmec Picasso Dental in Da Nang.

That gap is real, and it explains why thousands of expats and tourists now specifically plan trips to Vietnam around implant treatment. When the savings on a single implant cover your flights and accommodation, and the savings on a full-arch restoration (All-on-4 or All-on-6) amount to $15,000–25,000, the logic is compelling.

But implants also require more planning than a teeth cleaning. This guide covers everything a foreigner in Vietnam — whether expat resident or dental tourist — needs to know before committing.

Implant Brands Available in Vietnam

This is the most important starting question. Vietnam’s dental market includes both premium international brands and lower-cost alternatives. At Vinmec Picasso, we use:

Korean Implants — Osstem and Dentium

Cost at Vinmec Picasso: $550–750 (complete, including crown)

Korean implant manufacturers have invested heavily in quality over the past two decades. Osstem and Dentium are now among the top five most-placed implant brands globally, with well-documented long-term success rates exceeding 97%. These are not inferior “budget” products — they are mainstream, well-researched implant systems used in Europe, the US, and Japan.

If you need multiple implants or a full-arch restoration on a budget, Korean implants provide excellent value.

American / Swedish — Nobel Biocare

Cost at Vinmec Picasso: $920–1,260 (complete, including crown)

Nobel Biocare is one of the oldest and most researched implant systems in the world. If your home dentist specified “Nobel” or you want the most extensively documented implant brand, this is the option.

Swiss — Straumann

Cost at Vinmec Picasso: $1,470–1,890 (complete, including crown)

Straumann is the premium choice — favoured by specialist implantologists globally for complex cases, bone-compromised patients, and immediate loading protocols. If you have challenging bone anatomy, Straumann’s implant surface technologies provide additional reliability.

Full-Arch Restoration — All-on-4 and All-on-6

For patients who have lost most or all teeth in one or both arches, All-on-4 implants provide a fixed, non-removable full arch on four implants. Cost: $3,800–7,500 per arch at Vinmec Picasso versus $15,000–30,000 in the US.

All-on-6 uses six implants per arch for additional stability — particularly relevant if you have some remaining bone density issues.

How Many Visits Do Implants Require?

This is the critical planning question for tourists and non-resident expats.

Standard Two-Stage Protocol

Visit 1 (2–3 days in Da Nang):

  • Day 1: CBCT 3D scan, consultation, treatment plan confirmed
  • Day 2: Implant surgery (30–90 minutes under local anaesthesia)
  • Day 3: Post-operative check

Healing period: 3–6 months (osseointegration — the implant fuses with your jawbone). You return home during this time.

Visit 2 (2–3 days in Da Nang):

  • Day 1: Confirmation X-ray, abutment placement
  • Day 2: Crown fitting and occlusion adjustment
  • Day 3: Final check

Most patients time this around another trip to Vietnam — visiting family, a holiday, or another reason to return.

Immediate Loading Protocol

For suitable cases — good bone density, no infection — an implant with a temporary crown can be placed in a single session (“teeth in a day”). This isn’t appropriate for all patients, but it makes single-trip implant treatment possible. Ask your dentist whether your anatomy is suitable.

All-on-4: Can It Be Done in One Trip?

Yes, with some caveats. All-on-4 with a fixed temporary bridge (acrylic) can be completed in one visit of 7–10 days. The permanent zirconia bridge is then fitted on a second visit 3–6 months later. Many patients are satisfied with a well-made temporary during the healing period.

When Is Bone Grafting Needed?

Approximately 30–40% of patients who have been missing teeth for more than a year have experienced some degree of bone loss at the implant site. This is normal — bone resorbs without the stimulation a tooth root provides.

If bone volume is insufficient to place an implant securely, bone grafting is needed first. This adds cost ($200–600 per site) and time (3–6 months before implant placement).

How to find out: Only a CBCT 3D scan can accurately assess your bone volume. This is why we recommend getting scanned before committing to any timeline. We can work from scans you send from home to give a preliminary assessment.

Implants for Expats Living in Da Nang

If you live in Da Nang full-time, dental implants are even more straightforward — you don’t need to plan around return trips. You simply attend appointments as scheduled over the treatment period.

Living in Da Nang puts you in an excellent position for implant treatment: no travel stress, natural follow-up, and a world-class beach to walk on while your implant heals.

Common situations we see from expat patients:

  • Missing a back molar: Often neglected “back home” because of cost. A single Korean implant here costs less than most people spend on a decent mobile phone.
  • Existing dentures: Many expats who arrived with removable dentures convert to implant-supported fixed teeth. The difference in quality of life is significant.
  • Failed implants from home: Occasionally an implant placed elsewhere fails. We can assess, remove, graft if needed, and replace.

Why Vinmec Picasso for Implants Specifically

Implant surgery is the dental procedure where clinical environment matters most. An implant is a surgical procedure — titanium is placed directly into your jawbone. Contamination during surgery, or inadequate sterilisation, directly affects implant survival.

What Vinmec Picasso provides that standalone clinics cannot:

  • Surgical theatre with hospital-grade sterilisation (Class B autoclave, not clinic minimum)
  • CBCT 3D imaging included in treatment planning — not an additional cost
  • Bone grafting performed in the same facility, by the same team
  • IV sedation and general anaesthesia available for anxious patients or complex procedures
  • Ability to manage patients with medical conditions (diabetes, heart disease, anticoagulants) — coordinated with Vinmec medical specialists
  • Written warranty: 15 years for Osstem/Korean brands, 20 years for Nobel/Straumann
  • Digital record provision: CBCT files, clinical notes, photos in standard formats

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my home dentist be able to work with Vinmec Picasso records? Yes. We provide CBCT files in DICOM format, treatment reports, and implant specifications (brand, model, dimensions, torque). Any qualified implant dentist can continue your care with these records.

What happens if my implant fails? Implant failure is rare (less than 2% with appropriate patient selection and surgical technique). If it occurs, we will assess the cause, treat any infection, and proceed with a replacement plan. All implants placed at Vinmec Picasso carry written warranties.

Can I fly after implant surgery? We recommend avoiding flights for 24–48 hours after surgery due to swelling and discomfort. After that, flying is generally fine. We’ll provide specific guidance for your case.

I’m on blood thinners — can I still get implants? Possibly, with modification. We need your full medication list and will coordinate with your prescribing physician before surgery. Anticoagulant management for dental surgery is standard at Vinmec — this is where hospital group backing makes a real difference.

What is the pain like after implant surgery? Most patients are surprised at how manageable it is — comparable to wisdom tooth removal, or less. Swelling and mild aching for 3–7 days, managed with standard pain relief. We provide a detailed post-operative care protocol.

How do I start? Send us photos of your teeth and any existing X-rays, or simply book an initial consultation. We’ll provide a preliminary assessment and cost indication before you commit to anything. If you’re coming from abroad, we can complete the full treatment plan on your first day in Da Nang.

Dental implants in Vietnam represent one of the clearest examples of medical tourism making financial sense without compromising on clinical outcome. Book a free consultation with Vinmec Picasso — in-person in Da Nang or online before you travel.