How much do you save on 10 veneers at Picasso compared to London?

A 10-veneer Emax Press smile at Picasso costs GBP 2,610. London private practice typically charges GBP 7,260–12,100 for the equivalent. Subtract return flights (GBP 800–1,100) and 10 nights accommodation (GBP 400–800): all-in Picasso cost is GBP 3,810–4,510 versus GBP 7,260–12,100 in London. Net saving: GBP 2,750–7,590 depending on London price and travel cost.

Does dental tourism make financial sense for a single implant?

It is marginal for a single implant alone. Osstem implant at Picasso: GBP 725. UK private: GBP 2,500–3,500. Travel costs: GBP 1,100–1,700. All-in Picasso: GBP 1,825–2,425 versus GBP 2,500–3,500 UK — a saving of GBP 75–1,675. The case improves significantly when combining multiple treatments: add 6 crowns and the saving on the combined plan typically exceeds GBP 5,000.

What is the break-even point for dental tourism?

As a rule of thumb, dental tourism makes clear financial sense when the in-clinic saving exceeds GBP 2,000 — enough to comfortably offset return flights and accommodation. For Picasso treatment, this typically corresponds to: 4+ veneers, 2+ implants, 1 All-on-4 arch, or any combination of treatments totalling GBP 2,000+ at Picasso prices.

What costs do people forget to include?

Common overlooked costs: second implant trip flights and accommodation (standard 2-stage implant protocol), travel insurance upgrade to medical travel cover (GBP 100–300), custom night guard post-treatment if prescribed (GBP 150–400 at UK dentist), UK hygienist visits for maintenance, and annual leave cost if taken unpaid. These are real costs but rarely change the outcome for large treatment plans.

How do I get an accurate Picasso quote?

Submit six photos at /free-quote/ — front smile, side profile, upper and lower arch, and two close-up shots of problem areas. A written itemised GBP quote is returned within 24 hours. This is the accurate input for your savings calculation, not a generic price estimate.

Is the saving real after including flights and hotels?

For large treatment plans (6+ veneers, 2+ implants, All-on-4), yes — typically GBP 5,000–18,000 in net savings after all travel costs. For single small treatments, the saving is smaller and may not justify the trip on financial grounds alone. The honest answer is treatment-plan-specific — that is why the written quote comes first.

What is the saving on All-on-4?

All-on-4 with Straumann implants at Picasso: GBP 6,377 per arch. UK private practice: GBP 18,000–25,000 per arch. Travel costs: GBP 1,100–1,700. All-in Picasso (1 arch): GBP 7,477–8,077 versus GBP 18,000–25,000 UK. Net saving: GBP 9,923–16,923 per arch. For full-mouth All-on-4 (2 arches), savings reach GBP 20,000–35,000.

Savings calculator

Dental savings calculator - UK city vs Picasso Vietnam

Estimate all-in savings for UK patients comparing local dental quotes with Picasso Dental Clinic Vietnam — includes worked examples for veneers, implants, and All-on-4.

The dental savings calculator helps UK patients estimate whether the cost of treatment at Picasso Vietnam — including return flights and accommodation — is lower than local private quotes. Based on published prices, a 10-veneer smile makeover saves approximately GBP 5,500–9,000 after travel costs; a single Osstem implant saves GBP 875–1,375; All-on-4 with Straumann saves GBP 11,000–18,000 after flights. Get a personalised written GBP quote at /free-quote/ before booking.

How the calculator works

Compare your local UK dental quote against Picasso’s published GBP prices, add travel costs, and calculate the net saving.

Formula:

Net saving = UK private quote − (Picasso treatment cost + return flights + accommodation)

Worked examples — common treatment plans

10 porcelain veneers (Emax Press smile makeover)

Cost item	London	Picasso Vietnam
Treatment (10 × Emax)	GBP 7,260–12,100	GBP 2,610
Return flights	—	GBP 800–1,100
10 nights hotel	—	GBP 400–800
Total	GBP 7,260–12,100	GBP 3,810–4,510
Net saving		GBP 2,750–7,590

Single implant — Osstem

Cost item	UK private	Picasso Vietnam
Implant combo (fixture + crown)	GBP 2,500–3,500	GBP 725
CBCT scan	GBP 150–350	GBP 17
Return flights	—	GBP 800–1,100
7 nights hotel	—	GBP 280–560
Total	GBP 2,650–3,850	GBP 1,822–2,402
Net saving		GBP 248–2,028

Single implant — Straumann

Cost item	UK private	Picasso Vietnam
Implant combo (fixture + crown)	GBP 3,000–4,000	GBP 1,160
CBCT scan	GBP 150–350	GBP 17
Return flights	—	GBP 800–1,100
7 nights hotel	—	GBP 280–560
Total	GBP 3,150–4,350	GBP 2,257–2,837
Net saving		GBP 313–2,093

All-on-4 (single arch, Straumann)

Cost item	UK private	Picasso Vietnam
All-on-4 (1 arch)	GBP 18,000–25,000	GBP 6,377
Return flights	—	GBP 800–1,100
10 nights hotel	—	GBP 400–800
Total	GBP 18,000–25,000	GBP 7,577–8,277
Net saving		GBP 9,723–17,423

Combined plan: 6 crowns + 4 veneers

Cost item	UK private	Picasso Vietnam
6 Emax crowns	GBP 4,800–8,400	GBP 1,566
4 Emax veneers	GBP 2,904–4,840	GBP 1,044
Return flights	—	GBP 800–1,100
10 nights hotel	—	GBP 400–800
Total	GBP 7,704–13,240	GBP 3,810–4,510
Net saving		GBP 3,194–8,730

Break-even table — when dental tourism makes financial sense

Treatment	Picasso price	Typical UK price	Net saving after GBP 1,500 travel	Worth flying?
2 veneers	GBP 522	GBP 1,452–2,420	−GBP 600 to +GBP 400	Borderline
4 veneers	GBP 1,044	GBP 2,904–4,840	GBP 360–2,296	Often yes
6 veneers	GBP 1,566	GBP 4,356–7,260	GBP 1,290–4,194	Yes
10 veneers	GBP 2,610	GBP 7,260–12,100	GBP 3,150–7,990	Yes
1 implant (Osstem)	GBP 725	GBP 2,500–3,500	GBP 275–1,275	Borderline
2 implants (Osstem)	GBP 1,450	GBP 5,000–7,000	GBP 2,050–4,050	Yes
All-on-4 (Straumann)	GBP 6,377	GBP 18,000–25,000	GBP 10,123–17,123	Yes

Travel cost estimate used: GBP 1,500 (flights + accommodation, mid-range).

What to include — the full cost picture

Treatment costs to include:

All treatment lines in the written Picasso quote
CBCT scan if required for implants (GBP 17 at Picasso)
Bone grafting if identified in pre-trip assessment
Night guard if prescribed (GBP 29 at Picasso — acrylic lab guard GBP 145)

Travel costs to include:

Return flights from your nearest UK airport (GBP 700–1,100 typically)
Hotel accommodation for the full treatment period (GBP 40–80 per night in HCMC or Hanoi)
Airport transfers (GBP 10–25 each way)
Medical travel insurance upgrade if required (GBP 100–300)

Costs to ignore in the calculation:

Food — comparable to UK costs in the areas near Picasso clinics
Sightseeing — optional and not part of the treatment decision

UK costs to remember after the trip:

Custom night guard at a UK dentist: GBP 150–400
Hygienist visits 6-monthly: GBP 70–120 per visit
UK check-up 2–4 weeks post-return: GBP 50–120

Get an accurate quote before calculating

Estimates based on generic prices are useful for initial orientation. The accurate input for your personal calculation is a written itemised quote from Picasso.

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