Dr. Toan Le
Lê Thanh Toàn
Orthodontist, Picasso Dental Clinic
DDS · Orthodontics · Picasso clinical team
Clinical focus: Orthodontics · Fixed appliances · Invisalign
Dr. Toan Le — known to international patients as Dr. Mathew — is an orthodontist at Picasso Dental Clinic, practising alongside Dr. Thuan Phung (10+ years, 1,500+ cases), Dr. Huong Nguyen (Dr. Rosie), Dr. Duong Ho (French-trained), and Dr. Nhung Duong (Dr. Lynn) on the orthodontic team.
Scope of practice
Dr. Mathew’s caseload covers both fixed appliance treatment and clear aligner therapy:
- Fixed appliances. Traditional metal braces (full course from NZD 1,600), self-ligating metal braces (from NZD 2,267), and ceramic braces (from NZD 2,400). Appliance choice depends on case complexity, aesthetic preference, and the appointment cadence that fits your travel plans.
- Invisalign. Essentials for 2 jaws (NZD 3,000), Lite for 2 jaws (NZD 5,333), and Comprehensive for complex cases (NZD 8,667 to NZD 10,000). Picasso holds Platinum Elite Invisalign Provider status — the highest tier Align Technology awards based on annual case volume and treatment complexity.
All prices at the May 2026 rate of 1 NZD = 15,000 VND.
How treatment is planned remotely
For New Zealand patients, Dr. Mathew’s initial consultation begins with digital records:
- Photographs (front smile, front retracted, right and left bite views).
- An OPG radiograph (panoramic dental X-ray).
- Where appropriate, an iTero digital scan — taken at the first appointment in Vietnam, or sometimes by a New Zealand provider where one is available.
From these records, a written NZD treatment plan is developed. For Invisalign cases, the plan includes a ClinCheck digital simulation projecting tooth movement across the treatment course. For fixed appliance cases, the plan covers appointment cadence (how often you need to be in Vietnam), total treatment duration estimate, and what appliance components are used.
NZ vs Picasso pricing reference
| Appliance | Picasso NZD (full course) | NZ private benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional metal braces | NZD 1,600 to NZD 3,067 | NZD 6,500 to NZD 10,000 |
| Self-ligating metal braces | NZD 2,267 to NZD 3,733 | NZD 8,000 to NZD 12,000 |
| Ceramic braces | NZD 2,400 to NZD 3,867 | NZD 9,000 to NZD 13,000 |
| Invisalign Essentials (2 jaws) | NZD 3,000 | NZD 6,500 to NZD 8,500 |
| Invisalign Lite (2 jaws) | NZD 5,333 | NZD 8,000 to NZD 11,000 |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | NZD 8,667 to NZD 10,000 | NZD 8,000 to NZD 13,000+ |
Where Dr. Mathew fits in the orthodontic team
The Picasso orthodontic team operates as a five-clinician group sharing the same protocols and the same Platinum Elite Invisalign Provider status. Cases are allocated by the central coordinator team based on case complexity, your travel dates, and clinician caseload. Dr. Mathew handles both Invisalign-only cases and fixed appliance cases across the spectrum from simple alignment through to comprehensive correction.
You can request Dr. Mathew specifically in the free-quote message field.
What this means for a New Zealand patient
The financial case for travelling for orthodontic treatment is strongest for Invisalign Comprehensive cases (where Picasso saves NZD 3,000 to NZD 5,000+ versus NZ benchmarks) and for combined cases where orthodontics is part of a wider treatment plan that also includes veneers, implants, or full-mouth work. Simple single-arch alignment cases under NZD 4,000 in total saving usually do not justify the trip on financial grounds alone.
Trip cadence for fixed appliance cases is the main practical consideration. Patients who can sequence orthodontic appointments around existing travel, or who can plan one or two longer Vietnam stays during treatment, get the strongest fit. Patients who would need to fly specifically for each orthodontic appointment may find the cumulative airfare offsets the saving.
Picasso does not promise specific orthodontic end dates and does not claim Invisalign is painless. Treatment duration is an estimate refined during treatment; aligner-tray changes create 24 to 48 hours of mild pressure as teeth begin to move.
Next step
For a free written NZD orthodontic quote, send your photos and OPG to [email protected], or use the free-quote form. If you have an iTero or recent intra-oral scan from a New Zealand provider, include that too — it speeds the Invisalign ClinCheck simulation.
Free NZD quote · Book a video consultation · Invisalign guide · Meet the wider team
Frequently asked questions
What orthodontic treatments does Dr. Mathew offer?
Dr. Toan Le treats with the full range of orthodontic appliances at Picasso: traditional metal braces (full course NZD 1,600 to NZD 3,067), self-ligating metal braces (NZD 2,267 to NZD 3,733), ceramic braces (NZD 2,400 to NZD 3,867), and Invisalign clear aligners (Essentials NZD 3,000 for 2 jaws, Lite NZD 5,333, Comprehensive NZD 8,667 to NZD 10,000). Prices use the May 2026 rate of 1 NZD = 15,000 VND.
How does treatment begin for a New Zealand patient?
Initial consultation involves digital records: photographs, an OPG radiograph, and where appropriate an iTero digital scan (taken at the first appointment in Vietnam, or sometimes by a New Zealand provider where available). A clinical treatment plan is developed from these records before travel is booked. For Invisalign cases, the plan includes a ClinCheck digital simulation projecting tooth movement; for fixed appliance cases, the plan covers appointment cadence and total treatment duration estimate.
Is Picasso Invisalign cheaper than New Zealand?
For Comprehensive cases, yes — Picasso Comprehensive Invisalign is NZD 8,667 to NZD 10,000 versus NZD 8,000 to NZD 13,000+ at New Zealand private rates. For Essentials and Lite cases, the saving is more modest (NZD 3,000 vs NZD 6,500 to NZD 8,500 Essentials). The financial case for travelling for Invisalign alone is strongest for Comprehensive cases or where Invisalign is combined with other treatment (veneers, implants, full-mouth work) in the same plan.
Does Dr. Mathew speak English?
Yes. Dr. Toan Le conducts consultations with New Zealand patients in English. Picasso Dental Clinic works with patients in English and Vietnamese only. Treatment plans, written communication, and aftercare instructions are all in English.
Will Dr. Mathew personally manage my case?
Case allocation across the Picasso orthodontic team (Dr. Thuan Phung, Dr. Toan Le, Dr. Huong Nguyen, Dr. Duong Ho, Dr. Nhung Duong) is confirmed in the written NZD plan based on case complexity, your travel dates, and clinician caseload. You can request Dr. Mathew specifically in the free-quote message field.
How long does orthodontic treatment take?
Orthodontic treatment duration depends on the case. Simple alignment cases (mild crowding, single arch) typically take 6 to 12 months. Comprehensive cases (full upper and lower correction, more significant malocclusion) typically take 12 to 24 months. Picasso does not promise specific end dates — treatment duration is an estimate refined during treatment, not a promise made before treatment begins. We will not claim Invisalign is painless because that is not accurate.