NZD cost guide
Bone grafting cost: New Zealand vs Picasso Vietnam
Bone grafting and sinus lift cost guide for New Zealand patients comparing 2026 NZ benchmarks with Picasso Dental Clinic Vietnam indicative prices in NZD.
Picasso bone grafting is quoted as part of an implant treatment plan based on CBCT findings — indicative ranges are NZD 300 to NZD 2,000 depending on procedure type, compared with New Zealand benchmarks of NZD 500 to NZD 5,000; the CBCT scan determines what grafting is needed before any surgery is scheduled.
This page explains bone grafting costs at Picasso Dental Clinic for New Zealand patients considering implants.
2026 quick answer
| Procedure | Picasso indicative NZD | NZ benchmark | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Socket preservation | NZD 300 to NZD 500 | NZD 500 to NZD 1,200 | At time of extraction to preserve bone |
| Single-site bone graft | NZD 500 to NZD 1,000 | NZD 1,000 to NZD 2,500 | To build ridge width or height before implant |
| Sinus lift (one side) | NZD 1,000 to NZD 2,000 | NZD 2,500 to NZD 5,000 | Upper back jaw — raises sinus floor for implant |
Indicative Picasso prices only — actual cost is confirmed after CBCT imaging at your first appointment.
What changes the bone grafting cost
- Volume of bone needed (small defect vs large ridge rebuild)
- Technique: socket preservation is simpler than lateral sinus window
- Graft material: synthetic vs biologic — different costs and outcomes
- Whether grafting is same-day as extraction (socket preservation) or a separate surgical procedure
The CBCT-first rule
We do not quote bone grafting without a CBCT scan. The CBCT produces a 3D image of bone height, width, and quality at each proposed implant site. Grafting requirements are identified in the scan, quoted in writing, and agreed before any surgery.
If your existing clinic overseas has quoted an implant without a CBCT, that is a warning sign regardless of where the clinic is.
See dental implant treatment for how bone grafting fits into the implant workflow.
New Zealand benchmarks
New Zealand sinus lift fees can reach NZD 5,000 per side at a specialist oral surgeon, versus our indicative NZD 1,000–2,000. For patients who need both a sinus lift and implants, the combined Picasso cost is substantially lower than NZ private rates.
Next step
Request a free NZD quote · Dental implants · Is it safe? · Full pricing
Frequently asked questions
How much does bone grafting cost at Picasso?
Bone grafting is quoted as part of an implant treatment plan from CBCT findings. Indicative ranges: socket preservation NZD 300–500; single-site bone graft NZD 500–1,000; sinus lift NZD 1,000–2,000 per side. These are indicative only — exact cost depends on graft volume and technique confirmed by CBCT.
Is bone grafting always needed before an implant?
No. The CBCT 3D scan determines whether bone volume is adequate. Many patients do not need grafting. If grafting is needed, it is disclosed in writing before flights — there are no day-of-surgery surprises.
What is the New Zealand benchmark for bone grafting?
Indicative 2026 NZ benchmarks: socket preservation NZD 500–1,200; single-site bone graft NZD 1,000–2,500; sinus lift NZD 2,500–5,000.
Who performs bone grafting at Picasso?
Dr. Tran Thanh Phong, Head of Implantology, leads complex grafting and sinus augmentation cases. He has performed zygomatic implants (for severely atrophic upper jaws) since 2017, with 400+ zygomatic cases.