Nz
NZ dental price index — every treatment, every city (2026)
Full 2026 price index: compare Picasso Vietnam dental costs against NZ private benchmarks for Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and all major cities. One page, every treatment.
This page lists Picasso Dental Clinic's NZD prices for every major treatment alongside New Zealand private benchmarks for every major departure city — Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown, Dunedin, Hamilton, Tauranga, Palmerston North, Napier-Hastings, and Nelson — all on one page, updated June 2026.
All Picasso prices use the June 2026 rate of 1 NZD = 15,000 VND. NZ city benchmarks are indicative 2026 private-practice ranges; actual fees vary by clinician and case complexity. See the individual city hub pages for locally sourced data and worked savings examples.
How to read this index
Each table row is a treatment. Each city column shows the local NZ private benchmark range. The Picasso Vietnam column shows the clinic’s current NZD starting price. The gross saving column shows the minimum-to-maximum saving before travel costs.
To estimate your net saving: subtract a return airfare for your city (see the airfare row below each section) and accommodation. Most 5- to 10-day treatment trips cost NZD 700 to NZD 1,400 in accommodation.
Flight cost reference by departure city
| City | Airport | Typical return airfare to Vietnam (NZD) |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | AKL | NZD 1,400 – 2,200 |
| Wellington | WLG | NZD 1,400 – 2,800 |
| Christchurch | CHC | NZD 1,450 – 2,500 |
| Queenstown | ZQN | NZD 1,600 – 2,800 |
| Dunedin | DUD | NZD 1,500 – 2,600 |
| Hamilton | HLZ | NZD 1,500 – 2,400 |
| Tauranga | TRG | NZD 1,500 – 2,400 |
| Palmerston North | PMR | NZD 1,500 – 2,600 |
| Napier-Hastings | NPE | NZD 1,600 – 2,800 |
| Nelson | NSN | NZD 1,600 – 2,800 |
Hamilton and Tauranga are included above Auckland’s domestic catchment — many patients from these cities drive to AKL for the international leg and use Auckland airfare benchmarks in their calculations.
Porcelain veneers — per tooth
Emax Press at NZD 600 per tooth is the entry-level porcelain option. Non-prep Emax NZD 733. Lisi NZD 800. All carry a 7-year warranty.
| City | NZ private benchmark (per tooth) | Picasso Vietnam | Gross saving (per tooth) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | NZD 1,500 – 2,500 | from NZD 600 | NZD 900 – 1,900 |
| Wellington | NZD 1,400 – 2,300 | from NZD 600 | NZD 800 – 1,700 |
| Christchurch | NZD 1,300 – 2,200 | from NZD 600 | NZD 700 – 1,600 |
| Queenstown | NZD 1,400 – 2,400 | from NZD 600 | NZD 800 – 1,800 |
| Dunedin | NZD 1,300 – 2,100 | from NZD 600 | NZD 700 – 1,500 |
| Hamilton | NZD 1,300 – 2,200 | from NZD 600 | NZD 700 – 1,600 |
| Tauranga | NZD 1,300 – 2,200 | from NZD 600 | NZD 700 – 1,600 |
| Palmerston North | NZD 1,200 – 2,000 | from NZD 600 | NZD 600 – 1,400 |
| Napier-Hastings | NZD 1,200 – 2,000 | from NZD 600 | NZD 600 – 1,400 |
| Nelson | NZD 1,200 – 2,000 | from NZD 600 | NZD 600 – 1,400 |
10-unit Auckland veneer case: NZD 15,000 – 25,000 locally vs NZD 6,000 at Picasso = gross saving NZD 9,000 – 19,000.
Full veneer guide · Auckland veneer page · Wellington veneer page · Christchurch veneer page
Dental implants — single tooth (fixture + abutment + crown)
Osstem NZD 1,667. Neodent / ETK NZD 2,000. Nobel Biocare / Straumann NZD 2,667. Straumann BLX (immediate loading) NZD 3,000.
| City | NZ private benchmark | Picasso (Osstem) | Picasso (Nobel / Straumann) | Gross saving (Nobel / Straumann) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | NZD 5,500 – 8,000 | NZD 1,667 | NZD 2,667 | NZD 2,833 – 5,333 |
| Wellington | NZD 5,000 – 7,500 | NZD 1,667 | NZD 2,667 | NZD 2,333 – 4,833 |
| Christchurch | NZD 4,800 – 7,200 | NZD 1,667 | NZD 2,667 | NZD 2,133 – 4,533 |
| Queenstown | NZD 5,500 – 8,000 | NZD 1,667 | NZD 2,667 | NZD 2,833 – 5,333 |
| Dunedin | NZD 4,800 – 7,200 | NZD 1,667 | NZD 2,667 | NZD 2,133 – 4,533 |
| Hamilton | NZD 4,800 – 7,200 | NZD 1,667 | NZD 2,667 | NZD 2,133 – 4,533 |
| Tauranga | NZD 4,800 – 7,200 | NZD 1,667 | NZD 2,667 | NZD 2,133 – 4,533 |
| Palmerston North | NZD 4,500 – 6,800 | NZD 1,667 | NZD 2,667 | NZD 1,833 – 4,133 |
| Napier-Hastings | NZD 4,500 – 6,800 | NZD 1,667 | NZD 2,667 | NZD 1,833 – 4,133 |
| Nelson | NZD 4,500 – 6,800 | NZD 1,667 | NZD 2,667 | NZD 1,833 – 4,133 |
A single implant standalone is borderline from most NZ cities — add even one crown or whitening session and the combined saving justifies the trip from any city on this list.
Full implants guide · Auckland implants page
All-on-4 — per arch
Osstem NZD 8,333. ETK / Neodent NZD 10,000. Nobel Biocare / Straumann NZD 14,667.
| City | NZ private benchmark (per arch) | Picasso (Osstem) | Picasso (Nobel / Straumann) | Gross saving (Nobel / Straumann) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | NZD 28,000 – 50,000 | NZD 8,333 | NZD 14,667 | NZD 13,333 – 35,333 |
| Wellington | NZD 26,000 – 48,000 | NZD 8,333 | NZD 14,667 | NZD 11,333 – 33,333 |
| Christchurch | NZD 25,000 – 46,000 | NZD 8,333 | NZD 14,667 | NZD 10,333 – 31,333 |
| Queenstown | NZD 28,000 – 50,000 | NZD 8,333 | NZD 14,667 | NZD 13,333 – 35,333 |
| Dunedin | NZD 25,000 – 46,000 | NZD 8,333 | NZD 14,667 | NZD 10,333 – 31,333 |
| Hamilton | NZD 25,000 – 46,000 | NZD 8,333 | NZD 14,667 | NZD 10,333 – 31,333 |
| Tauranga | NZD 25,000 – 46,000 | NZD 8,333 | NZD 14,667 | NZD 10,333 – 31,333 |
| Palmerston North | NZD 24,000 – 44,000 | NZD 8,333 | NZD 14,667 | NZD 9,333 – 29,333 |
| Napier-Hastings | NZD 24,000 – 44,000 | NZD 8,333 | NZD 14,667 | NZD 9,333 – 29,333 |
| Nelson | NZD 24,000 – 44,000 | NZD 8,333 | NZD 14,667 | NZD 9,333 – 29,333 |
All-on-4 is the highest-saving single treatment available to NZ patients. Even accounting for NZD 4,000 in flights and accommodation, the net saving per arch starts at NZD 5,000 from any city on this list and exceeds NZD 25,000 for Auckland patients on a Nobel Biocare full upper-and-lower case.
Full All-on-4 guide · Auckland All-on-4 page
All-on-6 — per arch
Osstem NZD 12,000. ETK / Neodent NZD 14,000. Nobel Biocare / Straumann NZD 20,000.
| City | NZ private benchmark (per arch) | Picasso (Osstem) | Picasso (Nobel / Straumann) | Gross saving (Nobel / Straumann) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | NZD 35,000 – 65,000 | NZD 12,000 | NZD 20,000 | NZD 15,000 – 45,000 |
| Wellington | NZD 33,000 – 60,000 | NZD 12,000 | NZD 20,000 | NZD 13,000 – 40,000 |
| Christchurch | NZD 32,000 – 58,000 | NZD 12,000 | NZD 20,000 | NZD 12,000 – 38,000 |
| Queenstown | NZD 35,000 – 65,000 | NZD 12,000 | NZD 20,000 | NZD 15,000 – 45,000 |
| Dunedin | NZD 32,000 – 58,000 | NZD 12,000 | NZD 20,000 | NZD 12,000 – 38,000 |
| Hamilton | NZD 32,000 – 58,000 | NZD 12,000 | NZD 20,000 | NZD 12,000 – 38,000 |
| Tauranga | NZD 32,000 – 58,000 | NZD 12,000 | NZD 20,000 | NZD 12,000 – 38,000 |
| Palmerston North | NZD 30,000 – 55,000 | NZD 12,000 | NZD 20,000 | NZD 10,000 – 35,000 |
| Napier-Hastings | NZD 30,000 – 55,000 | NZD 12,000 | NZD 20,000 | NZD 10,000 – 35,000 |
| Nelson | NZD 30,000 – 55,000 | NZD 12,000 | NZD 20,000 | NZD 10,000 – 35,000 |
Full All-on-6 guide · Auckland All-on-6 page
Porcelain crowns — per tooth
Zirconia NZD 467. CERCON HT / Ceramill Zolid NZD 533. Emax NZD 600. Lava NZD 733. Lava Plus NZD 800. ORODENT NZD 1,133. Warranty 5 to 10 years depending on material.
| City | NZ private benchmark (per tooth) | Picasso (Zirconia) | Picasso (Emax) | Gross saving (Emax vs NZ low) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | NZD 1,600 – 2,500 | NZD 467 | NZD 600 | NZD 1,000 – 1,900 |
| Wellington | NZD 1,500 – 2,300 | NZD 467 | NZD 600 | NZD 900 – 1,700 |
| Christchurch | NZD 1,400 – 2,200 | NZD 467 | NZD 600 | NZD 800 – 1,600 |
| Queenstown | NZD 1,600 – 2,500 | NZD 467 | NZD 600 | NZD 1,000 – 1,900 |
| Dunedin | NZD 1,400 – 2,200 | NZD 467 | NZD 600 | NZD 800 – 1,600 |
| Hamilton | NZD 1,400 – 2,200 | NZD 467 | NZD 600 | NZD 800 – 1,600 |
| Tauranga | NZD 1,400 – 2,200 | NZD 467 | NZD 600 | NZD 800 – 1,600 |
| Palmerston North | NZD 1,300 – 2,000 | NZD 467 | NZD 600 | NZD 700 – 1,400 |
| Napier-Hastings | NZD 1,300 – 2,000 | NZD 467 | NZD 600 | NZD 700 – 1,400 |
| Nelson | NZD 1,300 – 2,000 | NZD 467 | NZD 600 | NZD 700 – 1,400 |
Four crowns at Auckland rates cost NZD 6,400 to NZD 10,000. At Picasso, four Emax crowns cost NZD 2,400. That NZD 4,000 to NZD 7,600 saving clears the flight cost from every city on this list.
Full crowns guide · Auckland crowns page
Dental bridges — 3-unit bridge
Bridge units use crown material pricing. A standard 3-unit bridge uses 3 crown units.
| City | NZ private benchmark (3-unit) | Picasso (Zirconia 3-unit) | Picasso (Emax 3-unit) | Gross saving (Emax vs NZ low) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | NZD 4,500 – 8,000 | NZD 1,400 | NZD 1,800 | NZD 2,700 – 6,200 |
| Wellington | NZD 4,200 – 7,500 | NZD 1,400 | NZD 1,800 | NZD 2,400 – 5,700 |
| Christchurch | NZD 4,000 – 7,000 | NZD 1,400 | NZD 1,800 | NZD 2,200 – 5,200 |
| Queenstown | NZD 4,500 – 8,000 | NZD 1,400 | NZD 1,800 | NZD 2,700 – 6,200 |
| Dunedin | NZD 4,000 – 7,000 | NZD 1,400 | NZD 1,800 | NZD 2,200 – 5,200 |
| Hamilton | NZD 4,000 – 7,000 | NZD 1,400 | NZD 1,800 | NZD 2,200 – 5,200 |
| Tauranga | NZD 4,000 – 7,000 | NZD 1,400 | NZD 1,800 | NZD 2,200 – 5,200 |
| Palmerston North | NZD 3,800 – 6,500 | NZD 1,400 | NZD 1,800 | NZD 2,000 – 4,700 |
| Napier-Hastings | NZD 3,800 – 6,500 | NZD 1,400 | NZD 1,800 | NZD 2,000 – 4,700 |
| Nelson | NZD 3,800 – 6,500 | NZD 1,400 | NZD 1,800 | NZD 2,000 – 4,700 |
Full bridges guide · Auckland bridges page
Complete dentures — per arch
Hard plastic complete denture NZD 533. Biosoft flexible complete denture NZD 667.
| City | NZ private benchmark (per arch) | Picasso (hard plastic) | Picasso (Biosoft flexible) | Gross saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | NZD 2,000 – 4,500 | NZD 533 | NZD 667 | NZD 1,333 – 3,833 |
| Wellington | NZD 1,900 – 4,200 | NZD 533 | NZD 667 | NZD 1,233 – 3,533 |
| Christchurch | NZD 1,800 – 4,000 | NZD 533 | NZD 667 | NZD 1,133 – 3,333 |
| Queenstown | NZD 2,000 – 4,500 | NZD 533 | NZD 667 | NZD 1,333 – 3,833 |
| Dunedin | NZD 1,800 – 4,000 | NZD 533 | NZD 667 | NZD 1,133 – 3,333 |
| Hamilton | NZD 1,800 – 4,000 | NZD 533 | NZD 667 | NZD 1,133 – 3,333 |
| Tauranga | NZD 1,800 – 4,000 | NZD 533 | NZD 667 | NZD 1,133 – 3,333 |
| Palmerston North | NZD 1,700 – 3,800 | NZD 533 | NZD 667 | NZD 1,033 – 3,133 |
| Napier-Hastings | NZD 1,700 – 3,800 | NZD 533 | NZD 667 | NZD 1,033 – 3,133 |
| Nelson | NZD 1,700 – 3,800 | NZD 533 | NZD 667 | NZD 1,033 – 3,133 |
Dentures alone are borderline — the saving on two arches (upper and lower) is NZD 2,266 to NZD 7,666, which clears the flight cost from Auckland. Typically combined with implants or other work for a stronger financial case.
Full dentures guide · Auckland dentures page
Root canal treatment — per tooth
Incisor / canine NZD 167. Premolar NZD 233. Molar NZD 333.
| City | NZ private benchmark (per tooth) | Picasso (molar) | Gross saving (molar vs NZ low) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | NZD 1,200 – 2,800 | NZD 333 | NZD 867 – 2,467 |
| Wellington | NZD 1,100 – 2,500 | NZD 333 | NZD 767 – 2,167 |
| Christchurch | NZD 1,000 – 2,300 | NZD 333 | NZD 667 – 1,967 |
| Queenstown | NZD 1,200 – 2,800 | NZD 333 | NZD 867 – 2,467 |
| Dunedin | NZD 1,000 – 2,300 | NZD 333 | NZD 667 – 1,967 |
| Hamilton | NZD 1,000 – 2,300 | NZD 333 | NZD 667 – 1,967 |
| Tauranga | NZD 1,000 – 2,300 | NZD 333 | NZD 667 – 1,967 |
| Palmerston North | NZD 900 – 2,100 | NZD 333 | NZD 567 – 1,767 |
| Napier-Hastings | NZD 900 – 2,100 | NZD 333 | NZD 567 – 1,767 |
| Nelson | NZD 900 – 2,100 | NZD 333 | NZD 567 – 1,767 |
Root canals as a standalone trip do not clear the flight threshold from most NZ cities. Add a crown (also required after root canal) and one more restoration and the combined saving easily justifies the trip.
Full root canal guide · Auckland root canal page
Invisalign — per course
Essentials 2 jaws NZD 3,000. Express 2 jaws NZD 3,333. Lite 2 jaws NZD 5,333. Moderate 2 jaws NZD 7,000. Comprehensive (3 years) NZD 8,667.
| City | NZ private benchmark (2-jaw Moderate) | Picasso (Moderate 2 jaws) | Gross saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | NZD 8,000 – 12,000 | NZD 7,000 | NZD 1,000 – 5,000 |
| Wellington | NZD 7,500 – 11,000 | NZD 7,000 | NZD 500 – 4,000 |
| Christchurch | NZD 7,500 – 11,000 | NZD 7,000 | NZD 500 – 4,000 |
| Queenstown | NZD 8,000 – 12,000 | NZD 7,000 | NZD 1,000 – 5,000 |
| Dunedin | NZD 7,500 – 11,000 | NZD 7,000 | NZD 500 – 4,000 |
| Hamilton | NZD 7,500 – 11,000 | NZD 7,000 | NZD 500 – 4,000 |
| Tauranga | NZD 7,500 – 11,000 | NZD 7,000 | NZD 500 – 4,000 |
| Palmerston North | NZD 7,000 – 10,500 | NZD 7,000 | NZD 0 – 3,500 |
| Napier-Hastings | NZD 7,000 – 10,500 | NZD 7,000 | NZD 0 – 3,500 |
| Nelson | NZD 7,000 – 10,500 | NZD 7,000 | NZD 0 – 3,500 |
Invisalign Essentials (simpler cases) saves NZD 2,500 to NZD 5,000 compared with NZ. Comprehensive cases spanning 3 to 5 years are better managed locally as they require ongoing appointments. Picasso is a Platinum Elite Invisalign Provider.
Full Invisalign guide · Auckland Invisalign page
Teeth whitening — per course
In-office Zoom NZD 400. Combo (in-office + take-home) NZD 467. Take-home kit NZD 133.
| City | NZ private benchmark (in-office) | Picasso (Zoom in-office) | Gross saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | NZD 450 – 1,500 | NZD 400 | NZD 50 – 1,100 |
| Wellington | NZD 400 – 1,400 | NZD 400 | NZD 0 – 1,000 |
| Christchurch | NZD 400 – 1,300 | NZD 400 | NZD 0 – 900 |
| Queenstown | NZD 450 – 1,500 | NZD 400 | NZD 50 – 1,100 |
| Dunedin | NZD 400 – 1,300 | NZD 400 | NZD 0 – 900 |
| Hamilton | NZD 400 – 1,300 | NZD 400 | NZD 0 – 900 |
| Tauranga | NZD 400 – 1,300 | NZD 400 | NZD 0 – 900 |
| Palmerston North | NZD 380 – 1,200 | NZD 400 | NZD 0 – 800 |
| Napier-Hastings | NZD 380 – 1,200 | NZD 400 | NZD 0 – 800 |
| Nelson | NZD 380 – 1,200 | NZD 400 | NZD 0 – 800 |
Whitening does not justify a standalone trip from any NZ city. Almost every patient who gets whitening at Picasso is adding it to a veneer, implant, or All-on-4 trip at minimal extra cost.
Full whitening guide · Auckland whitening page
Smile makeover — example 10-veneer case
Indicative case: 10 Emax Press veneers + Zoom in-office whitening (full mouth) + OPG + consultation.
| Picasso Vietnam | NZ private (Auckland benchmark) | |
|---|---|---|
| 10 Emax Press veneers | NZD 6,000 | NZD 15,000 – 25,000 |
| Zoom! whitening (full mouth) | NZD 400 | NZD 600 – 1,500 |
| OPG X-ray | NZD 20 | NZD 100 – 200 |
| Consultation | NZD 13 | NZD 80 – 200 |
| Total at clinic | NZD 6,433 | NZD 15,780 – 26,900 |
Gross saving: NZD 9,347 to NZD 20,467. Add NZD 1,800 average Auckland return airfare and NZD 1,200 for 8 nights accommodation: net saving NZD 6,347 to NZD 17,467 from Auckland. From regional cities where airfares run NZD 2,000 to NZD 2,800, net saving NZD 5,647 to NZD 16,667.
| City | Estimated total travel cost | Estimated net saving on 10-veneer case |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | NZD 3,000 – 3,400 | NZD 5,947 – 17,467 |
| Wellington | NZD 3,000 – 4,000 | NZD 5,347 – 17,467 |
| Christchurch | NZD 3,050 – 3,700 | NZD 5,647 – 17,417 |
| Queenstown | NZD 3,200 – 4,000 | NZD 5,347 – 17,267 |
| Dunedin | NZD 3,100 – 3,800 | NZD 5,547 – 17,367 |
| Hamilton | NZD 3,100 – 3,600 | NZD 5,747 – 17,367 |
| Tauranga | NZD 3,100 – 3,600 | NZD 5,747 – 17,367 |
| Palmerston North | NZD 3,100 – 3,800 | NZD 5,547 – 17,367 |
| Napier-Hastings | NZD 3,200 – 4,000 | NZD 5,347 – 17,267 |
| Nelson | NZD 3,200 – 4,000 | NZD 5,347 – 17,267 |
Travel cost estimate includes return airfare and 8 nights mid-range accommodation (NZD 700 – 1,200).
Full smile makeover guide · Auckland smile makeover page
Full-mouth reconstruction — indicative case range
Full-mouth reconstruction is the broadest category and the one with the largest absolute savings. A typical NZ patient case involves multiple crowns, root canals, implants, and restorative work across both arches.
| City | NZ private benchmark (full case) | Picasso indicative range | Gross saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | NZD 35,000 – 80,000+ | NZD 15,000 – 40,000 | NZD 20,000 – 65,000+ |
| Wellington | NZD 33,000 – 75,000+ | NZD 15,000 – 40,000 | NZD 18,000 – 60,000+ |
| Christchurch | NZD 30,000 – 70,000+ | NZD 15,000 – 40,000 | NZD 15,000 – 55,000+ |
| Queenstown | NZD 35,000 – 80,000+ | NZD 15,000 – 40,000 | NZD 20,000 – 65,000+ |
| Dunedin | NZD 30,000 – 70,000+ | NZD 15,000 – 40,000 | NZD 15,000 – 55,000+ |
| Hamilton | NZD 30,000 – 70,000+ | NZD 15,000 – 40,000 | NZD 15,000 – 55,000+ |
| Tauranga | NZD 30,000 – 70,000+ | NZD 15,000 – 40,000 | NZD 15,000 – 55,000+ |
| Palmerston North | NZD 28,000 – 65,000+ | NZD 15,000 – 40,000 | NZD 13,000 – 50,000+ |
| Napier-Hastings | NZD 28,000 – 65,000+ | NZD 15,000 – 40,000 | NZD 13,000 – 50,000+ |
| Nelson | NZD 28,000 – 65,000+ | NZD 15,000 – 40,000 | NZD 13,000 – 50,000+ |
Full-mouth reconstruction requires an itemised written quote — the range above reflects the breadth of case complexity. To get an accurate NZD figure, send your OPG and photos to [email protected].
Full mouth reconstruction guide · Auckland full-mouth reconstruction page
About these benchmarks
Picasso prices are from the June 2026 price list converted at 1 NZD = 15,000 VND. Every written quote from Picasso includes a 90-day NZD lock, so the figure in your plan is the figure you pay regardless of rate movements. Prices shown are starting prices for standard cases; complex cases (bone grafting, surgical extractions, multiple appointments) may carry additional line items disclosed in your written plan before any commitment.
NZ private benchmarks are indicative 2026 ranges compiled from city-level dental fee surveys, publicly available NZ private practice fee schedules, and representative patient quotes gathered for this site. They reflect what a patient paying out-of-pocket at a private clinic in each city would typically be quoted, not publicly funded or subsidised care. Actual fees vary by clinician and case.
City variation in NZ benchmarks reflects real differences in overhead, specialist density, and market pricing. Auckland CBD specialists command the highest fees. Regional cities price closer to the national lower bound. The ranges above are conservative — actual NZ fees in high-overhead Auckland practices can exceed the upper bound shown.
Get a free itemised NZD quote
Every quote from Picasso is itemised by line — treatment name, material brand, warranty term, clinician, and trip-length estimate — and locked in NZD for 90 days. Send your OPG X-ray and six smile photos to [email protected]. Most plans are returned within 24 hours on weekdays.
Request a free NZD quote · Book a video consultation · Full Picasso price list · Is it safe? · Warranty details
City-specific pages
For city-by-city flight logistics, locally sourced benchmarks, and worked savings examples: Auckland · Wellington · Christchurch · Queenstown · Dunedin · Hamilton · Tauranga · Palmerston North · Napier-Hastings · Nelson
About this page
Medically reviewed by
Dr. Emily Nguyen
Founding Clinical Director, Picasso Dental Clinic
DDS · Founder and Clinical Director, Picasso Dental Clinic group
Clinical focus: Cosmetic dentistry · Veneers · Smile design
Dr. Emily Nguyen founded Picasso Dental Clinic in 2013 (originally Serenity International Dental Clinic) and led its 2023 rebrand. She sets clinical standards across the group's six branches in Hanoi, Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Lat, and personally reviews cosmetic protocols including the Portrait Sitting workflow for veneers and smile makeovers.
Frequently asked questions
Do NZ dental prices vary much by city?
Yes, but less than people expect. Auckland CBD specialists sit at the top of the NZ range — typically 10 to 20 percent above Wellington or Christchurch for the same treatment. Regional centres (Nelson, Palmerston North, Napier-Hastings) tend to price closer to the national lower bound. The benchmarks on this page show the full range for each city so you can compare against your own local quote.
Are the Picasso prices the same regardless of which NZ city I fly from?
Yes. Picasso's NZD prices are fixed at the clinic level (1 NZD = 15,000 VND, 90-day quote lock) and do not change by patient origin city. What changes by departure city is the airfare. Auckland typically offers the lowest return fares to Vietnam (NZD 1,400 to NZD 2,200). South Island and regional cities add NZD 200 to NZD 600 to the typical airfare range.
How do I use this price index to decide whether the trip is worth it?
Find your treatment row and your city column. Subtract the Picasso price from your city's NZ benchmark to get the gross saving. Then subtract a return airfare (see the flight cost row at the top of each city column) and estimated accommodation. If the net saving is positive and meaningful, request a free itemised NZD quote to confirm the exact figure for your case.
Which treatments produce the biggest savings for NZ patients?
In absolute NZD terms: All-on-4 (NZD 14,000 to NZD 35,000 per arch saving), All-on-6 (NZD 20,000 to NZD 45,000 per arch), full-mouth reconstruction (NZD 20,000 to NZD 60,000+), and smile makeovers (NZD 8,000 to NZD 20,000). In percentage terms, root canals and veneers produce 60 to 80 percent savings, but the absolute dollar difference is smaller.
What exchange rate does this page use?
All Picasso prices are converted at 1 NZD = 15,000 VND, the June 2026 reference rate used across this site. A 90-day NZD quote lock is included in every written treatment plan from Picasso, so the price you see is the price you pay regardless of rate movements during your booking window.