Veneer Cost Guide
How Much Do Porcelain Veneers Cost Per Tooth?
$360 per tooth (Emax Press, 7-year warranty) at Picasso Dental Clinic in Vietnam, versus $1,200 to $2,500 in the US, UK, or Australia. Same materials. Different overhead. Here is the full breakdown.
Key Takeaways
- Emax Press veneers at Picasso Dental cost $360 per tooth with a 7-year warranty.
- The same Emax porcelain (Ivoclar Vivadent) is used in clinics in Sydney, London, and New York.
- 8 upper Emax veneers at Picasso total $2,880 USD, versus $9,600 to $20,000 in the US for the same material.
- All-in cost from Australia (8 veneers, flights, hotel, meals) is typically AUD $6,600 to $8,200.
- Picasso''s 7-year warranty is longer than most Western clinics (1 to 5 years).
- A written quote is available within 24 hours based on three photos, before you book any flights.
Material Tiers and Prices Per Tooth
Picasso Dental Clinic offers five veneer tiers. All prices are per tooth and include consultation, digital smile design, tooth preparation, temporary veneer, master ceramist fabrication, try-in, final bonding, and one follow-up visit.
- Composite veneer: $120 per tooth 6-month warranty. Entry level, suitable for single-tooth corrections or short-term cosmetic adjustments. Not recommended for full smile makeovers. Does not require enamel removal for some cases.
- Emax Press: $360 per tooth 7-year warranty. Ivoclar Vivadent pressed lithium disilicate ceramic. The most commonly chosen tier for international patients. Excellent translucency, durability, and shade stability. The standard choice for full smile zone treatment.
- Emax Press Plus: $400 per tooth 7-year warranty. Improved aesthetic layering for shade-critical cases where greater translucency gradient is needed. Often chosen for front-tooth work where the patient has very specific aesthetic requirements.
- Non-prep Emax: $440 per tooth 7-year warranty. No enamel removed. Reversible in principle. Requires sufficient space between existing teeth for the veneer thickness. Not suitable for all cases.
- Lisi (GC Group, Japan): $480 per tooth 7-year warranty. Premium pressed lithium silicate ceramic from GC Group Japan. Highest optical quality, chosen for showcase smile makeovers where every detail matters. GC Lisi is widely regarded as the finest veneer ceramic available.
Why the Price Gap Exists Between Vietnam and Western Markets
The materials are identical. Picasso imports Emax and Lisi ceramics from the same Ivoclar Vivadent factory in Liechtenstein and the same GC Group factory in Japan that supply dental labs in Sydney, London, and New York. The wholesale cost per ceramic block is the same whether it is shipped to Hanoi or Toronto. Material cost does not explain the price gap.
Four factors together determine the per-tooth veneer cost, and only one is geographic:
Material cost (35 to 45% of the total) is identical globally. Lab and ceramist time (25 to 30%) takes the same number of hours anywhere, but ceramist labour costs less in Vietnam than at most Western clinics. Dentist time (20 to 25%) is lower in absolute terms in Vietnam, though skill levels at the top of the market are equivalent. Clinic overhead (10 to 15%, but 50x higher in Western cities) is where the real gap lives. Rent on Park Avenue or King Street is roughly 50 times rent in Hanoi''s Old Quarter. Malpractice insurance and equipment financing follow similar ratios.
None of the overhead cost difference affects the ceramic material in your mouth. The material, the skill of the ceramist, and the clinical protocols are the same. What differs is the cost structure of the building and business around them.
International Comparison: Vietnam vs. US, UK, Australia
The following ranges reflect Emax-equivalent premium porcelain veneers in private practice in each market.
- Vietnam (Picasso Dental): $360 per veneer 7-year warranty. Same Ivoclar Vivadent and GC Group ceramics as used in premium clinics globally.
- United States: $1,200 to $2,500 per veneer Typical 1 to 5-year warranty. Based on ADA survey data for cosmetic veneer pricing in private practice.
- United Kingdom: £700 to £1,400 per veneer Typical 1 to 5-year warranty. Based on BDA published survey ranges for private cosmetic practice.
- Australia: AUD $1,500 to $2,800 per veneer Typical 1 to 5-year warranty. Based on ADA Australian dental fee survey data.
All-In Trip Cost: From Australia, the US, and the UK
The question that matters for dental tourists is not the per-tooth price. It is the total all-in cost for the trip compared to the cost of the same treatment at home.
For 8 upper Emax veneers at Picasso Dental, the dental cost is $2,880 USD. Added to that are round-trip flights, hotel for approximately 8 nights, and meals and transfers. From Australia, the total all-in cost is typically AUD $6,600 to $8,200. The same 8 Emax veneers in Australia cost AUD $12,000 to $22,400, treatment only. Net savings from Australia: AUD $3,800 or more at the conservative end.
From the United States, the total all-in cost is approximately $4,800 to $6,200 USD. The same 8 veneers in the US cost $9,600 to $20,000, treatment only. Net savings: $3,500 or more.
Want an exact quote for your case? Send three photos of your smile and our cosmetic team replies with recommended material, number of veneers, and total cost within 24 hours.
Get a written quoteWhat Is Included and What Is Quoted Separately
The per-tooth veneer price at Picasso covers consultation and X-rays, digital smile design or wax-up where indicated, tooth preparation, temporary veneers, master ceramist fabrication, try-in evaluation with unlimited adjustments, final bonding, one post-bonding follow-up, and the 7-year warranty on Emax and Lisi tiers.
Items quoted separately if needed: deep cleaning (if not done in the past six months), fillings for active decay, gum treatment if active periodontal disease is present, whitening of lower teeth to match shade, a custom nightguard (strongly recommended for grinders, approximately $150 to $200), and root canal if a tooth is non-vital. Every separately quoted item appears on the written estimate before you arrive. Treatment is not started without written acceptance of the full cost.
For the full procedure walkthrough, see the porcelain veneers service page. For guidance on how many veneers you need, see the veneer count guide.
Before
After8 Emax Press veneers: natural translucency matched to the patient''s existing teeth
Before
AfterLisi premium veneers: showcase smile makeover with exceptional optical depth
Before
AfterFull smile makeover with upper and lower veneers at significant savings versus home-country pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does one porcelain veneer cost in Vietnam?
A single porcelain veneer at Picasso Dental Clinic costs $360 for Emax Press (7-year warranty) or $480 for Lisi premium (7-year warranty). Composite veneers are $120 but carry only a 6-month warranty and are not recommended for full smile makeovers. The per-tooth price covers consultation, preparation, temporary veneer, lab fabrication, try-in, final bonding, and one follow-up.
Why are veneers so much cheaper in Vietnam?
The materials are identical. Picasso imports Emax and Lisi ceramics from the same Ivoclar Vivadent and GC Group factories that supply clinics in the US, UK, and Australia. The difference is operating cost: rent, salaries, malpractice insurance, and lab overhead in Hanoi are a fraction of what they are in London or Sydney. Quality is not the variable. Overhead is.
What is the all-in cost for 8 upper veneers from Australia?
Approximately AUD $6,600 to $8,200 all-in: 8 Emax veneers ($2,880 USD, approximately AUD $4,400), round-trip flight (AUD $700 to $1,100), 8 nights hotel (AUD $900 to $1,800), meals and transfers (AUD $600 to $900). Compare to AUD $12,000 to $22,400 for the same 8 veneers in Australia alone.
What is included in the per-tooth price?
Consultation and X-rays, digital smile design or wax-up where indicated, tooth preparation, temporary veneers, master ceramist fabrication, try-in evaluation, final bonding, and one post-bonding follow-up. Preliminary treatments (deep cleaning, fillings, gum treatment) are quoted separately so you see exactly what you are paying for.
How long do porcelain veneers from Picasso last?
Emax and Lisi veneers carry a 7-year warranty at Picasso. In practice, well-maintained porcelain veneers last 10 to 15 years before any replacement is considered. Patients who wear a nightguard, avoid biting hard objects, and attend yearly cleanings often reach 15 years on the original set.
What if a veneer chips or fails after I fly home?
Send a photo. If the failure is covered under the 7-year warranty (material defect, debonding without trauma), Picasso arranges repair or covers your return trip to Hanoi. Trauma-related damage is quoted at cost. All warranty terms are documented in writing on every treatment plan.
Do I need a deposit to book?
No deposit. A written quote with itemised pricing is free after your photo consultation. You pay at the clinic at each visit. There are no booking fees and no pressure to commit before you arrive.
How do I get my exact veneer price?
Send three photos via the contact form: smile at rest, full smile, and close-up of upper front teeth. Our cosmetic team replies within 24 hours with the recommended number of veneers, the suggested material tier, and the total written quote in USD.
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