NZD cost guide
Crowns cost: New Zealand vs Picasso Vietnam
Crowns cost guide for New Zealand patients comparing 2026 NZ benchmarks with Picasso Dental Clinic Vietnam prices in NZD.
Picasso lists crowns from NZD 333 to NZD 1,133, while New Zealand benchmarks vary by city and case complexity; compare the full itemised plan before deciding whether travel is worthwhile.
This page compares costs for crowns in New Zealand with Picasso Dental Clinic prices in Vietnam. Picasso prices are from the May 2026 price list; New Zealand benchmarks are from a 2026 New Zealand dental fee survey.
2026 quick answer
| Cost question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Picasso unit price | NZD 333 to NZD 1,133 |
| Picasso planning case | NZD 1,332 to NZD 4,532 for 4 porcelain crowns |
| New Zealand national benchmark | NZD 1,500 to NZD 2,100 |
| Picasso price source | the May 2026 Picasso price list |
| Conversion rate | 1 NZD = 15,000 VND |
New Zealand city benchmarks
| City | 2026 local benchmark | Typical Vietnam return airfare |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | NZD 1,600 to NZD 2,500 | NZD 1,400 to NZD 2,200 |
| Wellington | NZD 1,500 to NZD 2,100 | NZD 1,400 to NZD 2,800 |
| Christchurch | NZD 1,600 to NZD 2,200 | NZD 1,450 to NZD 2,250 |
| Hamilton | NZD 1,500 to NZD 2,200 | NZD 1,400 to NZD 2,800 |
| Tauranga | NZD 1,500 to NZD 1,950 | NZD 1,400 to NZD 2,800 |
| Dunedin | NZD 1,600 to NZD 2,500 | NZD 1,400 to NZD 2,800 |
| Queenstown | NZD 1,700 to NZD 2,600 | NZD 1,400 to NZD 2,800 |
| Nelson | NZD 1,600 to NZD 2,500 | NZD 1,400 to NZD 2,800 |
| Napier-Hastings | NZD 1,600 to NZD 2,200 | NZD 1,400 to NZD 2,800 |
| Palmerston North | NZD 1,600 to NZD 2,500 | NZD 1,400 to NZD 2,800 |
| Regional New Zealand | NZD 1,600 to NZD 2,800 | NZD 1,400 to NZD 2,800 |
What changes the final price
The final price for crowns changes when the diagnosis changes. The common variables are:
- Material choice or implant brand.
- Number of teeth, arches, or visits.
- Whether extractions, bone grafting, scans, temporaries, retainers, or night guards are needed.
- Whether treatment can be completed in one trip or needs a second visit.
- Whether local NZ follow-up is needed after returning home.
How to compare quotes fairly
Do not compare a local all-inclusive quote with an overseas unit price. Put every item on the same line: scans, consultation, temporary restorations, final restorations, implant components, crown material, grafting, sedation, warranty documents, and review appointments.
For Picasso, use the itemised NZD quote and the KB price list. For New Zealand, use your written local quote or the city benchmark pages linked above.
Data sources
| Field | Source |
|---|---|
| NZ benchmarks | 2026 New Zealand dental fee survey |
| Picasso prices | the May 2026 Picasso price list |
| Price index | the May 2026 Picasso price list |
| Review date | 2026-05-23 |
Next step
If your likely saving is still meaningful after flights and accommodation, send your photos and any X-rays for a written NZD plan. If the saving disappears after travel, local treatment in New Zealand is the more practical choice.
Get a free NZD quote or read the main Crowns guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Picasso price for crowns?
Picasso lists Porcelain crowns from NZD 333 to NZD 1,133 from the May 2026 Picasso price list (1 NZD = 15,000 VND).
What is the New Zealand benchmark for crowns?
The national 2026 research benchmark is NZD 1,500 to NZD 2,100, with city-level pages showing local variations.
When is travel worth considering for crowns?
It depends on the size of the treatment plan. Crowns make travel sense when several teeth need treatment. A single crown rarely justifies international travel unless it is part of a larger plan.
What price source should be trusted for Picasso?
All Picasso prices use the May 2026 Picasso price list. Country and NZ benchmarks use dated 2026 research surveys.