Full mouth reconstruction cost: UK private vs Vietnam 2026

When a dentist tells you that multiple teeth need complex treatment across the whole mouth, the total UK private cost can be difficult to absorb. This page sets out what full mouth reconstruction involves, what it typically costs in the UK, and how the numbers compare with Picasso Dental Clinic in Vietnam.

What “full mouth reconstruction” means

Full mouth reconstruction is not a single procedure. It is a treatment plan that addresses multiple problems across the entire mouth, usually in a defined sequence. A typical plan might include:

• Extractions of teeth that cannot be saved
• Bone grafting to restore volume where implants will be placed
• Periodontal (gum) treatment to resolve active infection before placing crowns or implants
• Root canal treatment on teeth that are retained but need it before being crowned
• Dental implants to replace extracted or previously missing teeth
• Crowns to restore broken, heavily filled, or worn teeth
• Occasionally All-on-4 if an entire arch of teeth is being replaced

The exact combination varies entirely by patient. Two people described as needing full mouth reconstruction may have very different treatment lists.

The first step is a thorough clinical assessment and, critically, a CBCT scan to evaluate bone volume in three dimensions.

Why CBCT matters for reconstruction planning

Implant placement depends on bone volume at each site. A panoramic X-ray (OPG) shows general bone levels but cannot reveal bone width or precise three-dimensional anatomy. A CBCT scan provides a full three-dimensional view that allows Dr. Tran Thanh Phong to confirm implant feasibility at each planned position, identify sites that need bone grafting, and select appropriate implant lengths and angles.

At Picasso, an OPG costs GBP 9 and a CBCT costs GBP 17 as of May 2026. These are essential diagnostics, not optional extras. Include them in any quote comparison.

UK private costs: a worked example

UK private dental fees vary significantly by region and practice type. These are illustrative mid-range figures for 2026.

This is one configuration. Plans involving fewer implants and more crowns will cost less. Plans requiring All-on-4 on one or both arches can cost considerably more.

Picasso equivalent: the same plan in Vietnam

Adding travel costs for two trips:

All-in total: approximately GBP 11,850 to GBP 12,950

Compared to the UK private estimate of approximately GBP 29,800, the net saving is approximately GBP 17,000 on this example plan. Even on a more modest plan, the saving is typically GBP 8,000 or more.

Why people travel for this treatment

When a UK private quote exceeds GBP 20,000, the saving from travelling to Vietnam shifts from convenient to financially transformative. The flight and accommodation cost is fixed regardless of how many treatments you have. The more treatment you combine in one trip, the lower the cost-per-unit of the travel overhead.

Patients often describe the point at which they started taking overseas dental treatment seriously as the moment a UK dentist handed them a quote that felt unmanageable. For full mouth reconstruction, that threshold is frequently crossed.

Treatment phasing at Picasso

Full mouth reconstruction cannot be completed in one visit. The implant placement and healing protocol alone spans three to six months. A realistic phasing plan:

Trip 1 (7 to 14 days):

• Full clinical assessment, CBCT scan, OPG
• Extractions of unsalvageable teeth
• Bone grafting where needed
• Implant placement
• Temporary crowns on prepared teeth, if appropriate

Gap (3 to 6 months):

• Implant osseointegration
• Remote follow-up by photograph and report if needed

Trip 2 (7 to 10 days):

• Final crown fitting over implants
• Final porcelain or zirconia crowns on prepared teeth
• Cosmetic finishing

Trip 3 (if required):

• Complex cases or patients with multiple phased implant sites may need a third visit

Dr. Tran Thanh Phong leads all surgical aspects: implant placement, bone grafting, and extraction phasing. Dr. Emily Nguyen plans the cosmetic and crown sequence, selecting materials for each position based on aesthetics and load requirements.

Getting a quote

Picasso can provide a preliminary itemised quote in GBP before you travel. To get one:

1. Request an OPG from your UK dentist (or ask Picasso to arrange scanning on arrival)
2. Take full-mouth photographs showing all teeth from front and side
3. Write down what your UK dentist has said you need: which teeth, which treatments
4. Send this to Picasso by email or WhatsApp

The quote will itemise each treatment with a price and warranty. Most quotes are returned within 24 hours.

You are not committing to treatment by requesting a quote. Comparing a full itemised Picasso quote against a UK private plan is useful even if you ultimately choose to stay in the UK.

NHS coverage for reconstruction components

Some elements of a reconstruction may be available on the NHS if clinically indicated:

• Extractions: covered under NHS Band 2 (GBP 73.50)
• Root canal treatment: covered under Band 2 (GBP 73.50)
• Crowns: covered under Band 3 (GBP 332.10) when clinically needed
• Dentures: covered under Band 3
• Periodontal treatment: may be funded for active gum disease

Implants are not NHS-funded for routine tooth replacement.

If you are eligible for any NHS treatment within your reconstruction plan, completing those elements on the NHS before travelling to Vietnam reduces your private treatment total.

When to stay in the UK

Stay with UK providers if significant systemic health conditions require specialist medical coordination during treatment. Full mouth reconstruction is an extended course of dental surgery. Patients with uncontrolled diabetes, severe cardiovascular conditions, blood-thinning medication, or a history of jaw radiation may need medical liaison at multiple points. Managing that liaison locally is more straightforward.

Also consider staying in the UK if NHS coverage is available for a substantial part of your treatment. A plan involving predominantly extractions and dentures, most of which could be done under NHS Band 3, may not justify the cost and complexity of overseas travel.

For patients with complex mixed plans that include significant implant and crown work priced at GBP 15,000 or more in the UK, the case for Vietnam is strong.

Further reading

• Dental implant options at Picasso
• Crown materials and pricing
• All-on-4 treatment at Picasso

For a free itemised GBP quote for your full mouth reconstruction, send your OPG and treatment notes from your UK dentist.

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