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Picasso Dental Hanoi:
A Leading Implant Provider
Over a decade of experience, internationally trained dentists, three tiers of premium implant brands, and a patient-centred approach that has served over 70,000 patients from 62 countries.
TL;DR
- Picasso Dental offers Nobel Biocare, Straumann, NeoDent, Osstem, and Dentium implants with 10 to 15-year warranties.
- All dentists are internationally trained and speak fluent English.
- 3D Cone Beam CT scanning enables precise surgical planning before every case.
- Two Hanoi branches: Ba Dinh (Chau Long) and Bac Tu Liem (Embassy Garden).
- International patients save 60 to 70% vs comparable quality treatment in Australia or the UK.
Why Hanoi Has Become a Destination for Implant Treatment
Hanoi has quietly become one of Asia's most credible destinations for dental implant treatment. The city is home to several internationally accredited clinics staffed by dentists who trained in South Korea, the US, Europe, and Japan, using the same implant systems those markets deploy. For patients from Australia, the UK, or Scandinavia, the savings are substantial: 60 to 70% off home-country prices for genuinely equivalent treatment, with the added advantage of a single, efficient trip to complete multi-stage implant work.
Picasso Dental Clinic sits at the top of this market. Since opening our first Hanoi branch in 2013, we have treated over 70,000 patients from 62 countries. More than half came specifically for implant treatment. Our documented success rate exceeds 95% across all implant brands and case types, consistent with published benchmarks for premium implant systems placed by experienced surgeons.
This post explains how we approach implant care, what distinguishes our clinical offering, and what a patient considering implant treatment in Hanoi should know before choosing a provider.
Implant Brand Tiers: What Each Level Means
The implant system selected for a case affects long-term outcomes, warranty coverage, and the availability of compatible components for future crown replacements. We offer three tiers, each appropriate for different patient priorities and budgets.
- Premium tier: Nobel Biocare and Straumann (15-year warranty) The global standard for demanding cases. Nobel Biocare Active and Straumann BLT systems are the most extensively studied implants in the world, with 30-year clinical data. Recommended for anterior (visible) teeth, complex bone situations, and patients who want the longest documented track record. Both brands have authorised service networks worldwide, so components are available anywhere you live.
- Value tier: NeoDent (10-year warranty) A Straumann Group brand, manufactured to the same quality standards as Straumann but at a lower price point. Strong clinical evidence base and global availability. Appropriate for most straightforward single-tooth and multi-tooth cases where premium system pricing is not justified by the clinical complexity.
- Standard tier: Osstem and Dentium Korean systems (10-year warranty) The dominant implant brands in South Korea and widely used across Asia, these systems have extensive clinical use histories and strong local support networks. Well-suited for posterior teeth where aesthetics are less critical and cost efficiency is prioritised. Both are genuine manufacturer-sourced components, not generic copies.
Every patient receives an implant passport: a document recording the exact brand, model, lot number, and serial number of every component placed. This matters for two reasons. First, it enables warranty claims if anything goes wrong. Second, it ensures that any future dentist anywhere in the world can identify and order compatible components for crown replacement or repairs.
The Clinical Team: International Training, Hanoi Practice
Credentials matter for implant treatment more than for routine dental work. Implant placement is a surgical procedure that requires bone assessment, three-dimensional planning, and surgical skill developed through significant case volume. Our implant team has trained at institutions that prepared them specifically for complex cases.
Our implant surgeons place Nobel BioCare, Straumann, and Korean system brands, and implant training is shared across all six branches so that protocols stay consistent wherever a patient is treated. The team includes certifications from Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Osstem Implant educational programmes, and European implant institutes.
Importantly, every patient-facing dentist and coordinator speaks fluent English. International dental care fails when communication fails. We have served patients from 62 countries and the process works because every consultation, treatment plan, and follow-up can be conducted clearly in the patient's own language.
What to expect at Picasso Dental
- 3D CT scan before every implant case
- Written treatment plan with itemised costs
- Implant passport for every component placed
- English-speaking coordinators throughout
- Airport pickup arrangements available
- Hotel referrals near clinic locations
Red flags at any Hanoi clinic
- No 3D CT scan offered
- Verbal quotes only, nothing in writing
- Cannot show manufacturer implant documentation
- Unusually low pricing with no brand clarity
- No English-speaking staff
- No aftercare protocol for international patients
Technology: What Clinical Equipment Should Tell You
The technology a clinic uses for implant planning and placement is a reliable proxy for the seriousness of their clinical practice. Basic X-rays provide only a two-dimensional view; they cannot reveal bone width, bone density, or the precise location of nerves and sinuses. Safe, predictable implant placement requires three-dimensional data.
At Picasso Dental Hanoi, our diagnostic and treatment technology includes:
3D Cone Beam CT scanning: The standard of care for implant planning. CBCT imaging reveals bone volume in all three dimensions, identifies anatomical structures to avoid, and allows virtual implant placement before touching the patient. Cases planned with CBCT have significantly lower complication rates than cases planned with conventional X-rays alone.
CAD/CAM crown fabrication: Computer-aided design and manufacturing produces crowns with more precise fit margins than traditional laboratory methods. Better fit means less micro-leakage at the crown-abutment interface, which reduces long-term maintenance issues.
Digital X-ray: Lower radiation than conventional film X-ray, with immediate digital imaging for real-time assessment during procedures.
Intraoral cameras: Allow patients to see what the dentist sees during examination and treatment planning, improving informed consent and understanding of the proposed treatment.
Laser dentistry: Used for soft tissue management during implant placement, reducing bleeding, swelling, and post-operative discomfort.
Modern autoclave sterilisation: All instruments are sterilised to Class B standard, the highest classification, with cycle documentation maintained for every instrument tray.
Planning implant treatment in Hanoi? Send your existing X-rays or dental photographs and we will provide a preliminary assessment and indicative cost estimate within 24 hours.
Contact usTwo Hanoi Branches: Locations and Practicalities
Chau Long Branch, Ba Dinh District. Our original Hanoi location, at 16 Chau Long, Truc Bach, Ba Dinh. Five minutes walk from Truc Bach Lake, ten minutes from the Old Quarter. This branch handles the majority of our international patient volume and has the largest implant surgical suite. Open Monday to Sunday, 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Phone: +84 989 067 888. Email: hanoi@picassodental.vn.
Embassy Garden Branch, Bac Tu Liem District. At LKC22 Embassy Garden, Hoang Minh Thao, Tay Ho Tay, Bac Tu Liem. Located in the Westlake diplomatic and expat area, with ample parking and easy access from the western hotel and serviced apartment corridor. Popular with long-term expat residents and patients staying in the Tay Ho area. Open Monday to Sunday, 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Phone: +84 989 067 888. Email: hanoi.eg@picassodental.vn.
Both branches offer the same clinical capabilities and implant brand range. The choice between them is usually one of convenience based on where you are staying.
The Cost Comparison: Why Vietnam Pricing Is Not Cutting Corners
The question I hear most from first-time international patients is whether lower prices in Vietnam mean lower-quality treatment. The answer requires understanding where Vietnamese clinic pricing comes from. It is not inferior materials. It is not undertrained staff. It is Vietnam's economic structure: lower commercial rent, lower administrative overheads, lower staff costs relative to Western countries, all while using identical imported implant systems and technology.
A Nobel Biocare Active implant in our Hanoi clinic is the same Nobel Biocare Active implant used in Sydney or London. The titanium, the surface treatment, the manufacturing tolerances, the documentation: identical. The difference is the cost of the surgery suite, the dentist's salary expectations relative to local living costs, and the administrative overhead of running a clinic in Vietnam versus a major Western city.
International patients consistently save 60 to 70% off home-country prices for like-for-like treatment, even after accounting for flights, accommodation, and two trips for a standard implant case. A patient from Sydney recently documented saving over AUD 8,000 on a four-implant case compared to quotes from two Sydney clinics for the same Nobel Biocare system.
For current pricing across all implant tiers, see our dental implant cost guide.
Before and After: Implant Cases Completed in Hanoi
Before
AfterSingle upper premolar, Nobel BioCare Active implant with zirconia crown.
Before
AfterMissing lower molar, Osstem Korean implant with PFM crown. Hanoi international patient case.
Before
AfterUpper central incisor, Straumann BLT implant with LAVA ceramic crown. International patient from Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What implant brands does Picasso Dental Hanoi use?
Picasso Dental offers three tiers: Nobel Biocare and Straumann at the premium level (15-year warranty), NeoDent at the value tier (10-year warranty), and Osstem and Dentium Korean systems at the standard tier (10-year warranty). All implants are sourced directly from manufacturers with full traceability documentation and implant passports provided to every patient.
How much do dental implants cost at Picasso Dental Hanoi?
Implant pricing varies by brand tier and crown type. Picasso Dental's costs are significantly lower than equivalent quality treatment in Australia, the UK, or the US, typically by 60 to 70 percent. For current pricing across all tiers, see our implant cost guide.
Are Picasso Dental's dentists English-speaking?
Yes. All patient-facing dentists and coordinators at Picasso Dental speak fluent English. The clinic has served patients from 62 countries since 2013 and is experienced in managing the communication needs and logistics of international dental care, including multi-stage implant cases that span two trips.
What technology does Picasso Dental Hanoi use for implants?
Picasso Dental uses 3D Cone Beam CT scanning for precise bone assessment and surgical planning, CAD/CAM technology for digital crown fabrication, digital X-ray, intraoral cameras, laser dentistry for soft tissue management, and Class B autoclave sterilisation meeting international standards.
Where are Picasso Dental's two Hanoi branches?
The Chau Long branch is at 16 Chau Long, Truc Bach, Ba Dinh, Hanoi, five minutes from Truc Bach Lake. The Embassy Garden branch is at LKC22 Embassy Garden, Hoang Minh Thao, Tay Ho Tay, Bac Tu Liem, in the Westlake expat area. Both are open Monday to Sunday, 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
How do I know Picasso Dental uses genuine implants?
Picasso Dental sources all implants directly from manufacturers with full traceability. Every patient receives an implant passport documenting the exact brand, model, and serial number of every component placed. We can show original manufacturer packaging on request. This documentation is required for warranty claims and for future dentists to identify compatible components.
Can I send X-rays for a cost estimate before travelling to Hanoi?
Yes. Send your dental photographs and any existing X-rays via the contact form at our contact page and our English-speaking coordinators will provide a preliminary assessment and indicative cost estimate, usually within 24 hours. No commitment is required.
What is Picasso Dental's implant success rate?
Picasso Dental reports implant success rates exceeding 95%, consistent with published benchmarks for premium implant systems placed by experienced surgeons. The clinic has placed implants for patients from 62 countries since 2013, with long-term follow-up tracking outcomes across all brand tiers and case types.
Start Here
Start with a brief.
Send your X-rays or photos and our English-speaking coordinators will provide a personalised implant plan and cost estimate within 24 hours, with no obligation.