Vietnam
Dental treatment in Hanoi - Picasso Old Quarter & Westlake
Complete guide for UK patients choosing Picasso Dental Clinic in Hanoi — flight routes, Old Quarter and Westlake branches, treatments, recovery areas, and practical logistics.
Picasso Dental Clinic in Hanoi operates from two locations — Old Quarter and Westlake — and is the primary referral branch for UK patients due to its established patient coordinator team, English-language support, and one-stop flight connections from Birmingham, Manchester, and London.
Why UK patients choose Hanoi
Hanoi is Vietnam’s capital city and Picasso’s primary branch for UK patients. It combines a compelling cultural experience with practical dental tourism logistics — English-speaking coordinators, established flight routes from UK regional airports, and a city infrastructure suited to a 7–14 day dental trip.
Key advantages for UK patients
- Dr. Phong, Picasso’s head implantologist (15,000+ implants, first Vietnamese dentist to perform All-on-4 immediate loading, Loma Linda University trained) operates primarily from Hanoi
- Birmingham to Hanoi one-stop routes have been observed from approximately £363 one-way — more competitive than many London routes
- Two branch locations — Old Quarter for cultural immersion, Westlake for quieter recovery
- UK patient coordinator team with English-language case management from first contact through discharge
Getting there — UK flight routes to Hanoi
Hanoi is served by Noi Bai International Airport (airport code: HAN). There are no direct UK–Vietnam flights. Common one-stop routes include:
| UK departure | Typical connection hub | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham (BHX) | Doha (QR), Dubai (EK) | Competitive pricing; worth checking |
| Manchester (MAN) | Doha, Dubai, Singapore | Multiple carrier options |
| London Heathrow (LHR) | Doha, Dubai, Frankfurt | Wide choice; often more expensive |
| London Gatwick (LGW) | Various | Budget carriers with Asian connections |
Total journey time including connection is typically 13–17 hours. Check current schedules and prices before booking — routes and pricing change seasonally.
The two Hanoi branches
Old Quarter branch
The Old Quarter (Hoàn Kiếm District) is Hanoi’s historic centre. Hotels range from budget guesthouses to boutique properties. The area is compact and walkable, with street food and restaurant options well suited to a soft post-operative diet (pho, congee, soups, noodles). It is noisier than Westlake, particularly at night — ear plugs are recommended if you are a light sleeper.
Suited to: Patients who want to explore Hanoi between appointments; cultural travellers; patients with accompanying partners or family who will be sightseeing while treatment proceeds.
Westlake branch
Tây Hồ (West Lake) District is a quieter, more residential area popular with Hanoi’s expat community. Hotels and serviced apartments are generally larger and calmer than Old Quarter equivalents. The lake provides a pleasant environment for gentle post-operative walks. Food options include Vietnamese and international restaurants.
Suited to: Patients prioritising quiet recovery; patients having longer treatments (All-on-4, full-mouth reconstruction) who need to minimise fatigue; patients who find city noise stressful during healing.
Treatments available in Hanoi
All treatments offered at Picasso are available at the Hanoi branch:
| Treatment | Link |
|---|---|
| Dental implants (all 7 brands) | /dental-implants/ |
| All-on-4 and All-on-6 | /all-on-4/ · /all-on-6/ |
| Porcelain veneers | /veneers/ |
| Crowns | /crowns/ |
| Smile makeover | /smile-makeover/ |
| Invisalign | /invisalign/ |
| Root canal | /root-canal/ |
For complex implant and full-arch cases, request Dr. Phong as surgical lead when submitting your free quote.
Recovery in Hanoi
Food during recovery
Hanoi has excellent options for the soft diet required after implant surgery or extraction:
- Pho (noodle soup) — widely available, easy to eat, warm and soothing
- Congee (cháo) — Vietnamese rice porridge, ideal for the first 24–48 hours post-surgery
- Bun rieu, bun bo Hue — softer noodle soups
- Smoothies and fruit juices — widely available; good for the first days after treatment
Avoid: crunchy bánh mì baguettes, hard seeds, chilli for the first few days.
Getting around
Grab (the regional equivalent of Uber) is reliable and cheap in Hanoi. The patient coordinator team can arrange clinic transfers. Walking is comfortable in both Old Quarter and Westlake areas once swelling settles.
Practical information
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Airport | Noi Bai International (HAN) |
| Transfer to city | 45–60 min by car |
| Currency | Vietnamese Dong (VND); GBP payment accepted at Picasso |
| Time zone | GMT +7 |
| Visa | UK citizens: 45 days visa-free |
| Languages at clinic | English and Vietnamese |
| Emergency contact | 24-hour WhatsApp via Picasso coordinator |
Northern Vietnam — pairing treatment with travel
Many UK patients combine a Hanoi dental trip with further Vietnam travel. Popular post-treatment additions (after clinical clearance from your surgeon):
- Ha Long Bay — 3–4 hour drive from Hanoi; one of the world’s most photographed seascapes; boat tours are low-exertion
- Ninh Binh — 2 hours; boat trips through limestone karst; gentle activity
- Sapa — highland region with trekking; not recommended immediately post-surgery (altitude, exertion, dust)
Always confirm with your surgeon before any activity involving physical exertion, altitude change, or prolonged sun exposure in the first week post-surgery.
Related pages
- Vietnam hub — why Vietnam
- Da Nang — beach recovery option
- Ho Chi Minh City — southern branch
- Best time to visit
- Recovery-friendly stays
- UK patients from Manchester
- UK patients from Birmingham
Free GBP quote — mention Hanoi branch preference in your request.