Dr. Tran Thanh Phong
Trần Thanh Phong
Head of Implantology, Picasso Dental Clinic
DDS · 25+ years in practice · 15,000+ implants placed · 1,000+ All-on-4 cases · 400+ zygomatic implant cases · Loma Linda University advanced training (2010) · Nobel Biocare clinical representative Vietnam (2007-present)
Clinical focus: Implantology · All-on-4 · All-on-6 · Zygomatic implants · Bone grafting
Dr. Tran Thanh Phong has been practising implant dentistry since 2001. Over a career spanning more than 25 years, he has placed over 15,000 implants — approximately 600 per year — and treated more than 1,000 patients with full-arch All-on-4 restorations. This caseload makes him one of the highest-volume implant surgeons in Vietnam and a primary reference point for international patients considering full-arch treatment.
The 2010 All-on-4 immediate-loading milestone
In 2010, Dr. Phong became the first dentist in Vietnam to perform All-on-4 immediate loading. Immediate loading is the protocol that allows a patient to leave the clinic with a fixed provisional arch on the day of surgery — rather than waiting through a 3 to 6 month osseointegration period with a removable temporary appliance. The technique reduces the visible-edentulous interval to zero, which matters enormously to patients who travel internationally for treatment and want to return home with teeth, not gaps.
He completed advanced implantology training at Loma Linda University in California the same year. Loma Linda’s implantology program is a recognised training centre for full-arch and complex implant work, and the 2010 training informed the immediate-loading protocol Dr. Phong has used and refined across the more than 1,000 All-on-4 cases he has completed since.
Zygomatic implants — the cases other clinics decline
From 2017, Dr. Phong expanded into zygomatic implant surgery — a procedure used when severe bone loss in the upper jaw makes conventional implant placement impossible. Zygomatic implants are anchored in the cheekbone (zygoma) rather than in the maxillary bone. They are technically demanding to place, require specialised training, and are not widely available outside specialist centres.
He has completed over 400 zygomatic cases. For New Zealand patients who have been told they need extensive sinus lift surgery, bone grafting, and implants staged across 12 to 18 months, zygomatic placement can often consolidate the treatment into a single surgical episode in a single trip. Whether your case is a candidate depends on the CBCT findings, the bone volume in the zygomatic process, and your medical history — confirmed only after in-person examination.
Nobel Biocare clinical representative
Dr. Phong has served as the Nobel Biocare clinical representative in Vietnam since 2007 — a relationship that includes clinical training delivery and product feedback to the manufacturer. For New Zealand patients choosing Nobel Biocare implants, this means the brand documentation issued by Picasso (lot number, fixture diameter and length, surgical date, 10-year crown warranty terms) is part of an established Nobel Biocare clinical chain rather than a one-off material purchase.
Implant systems available under Dr. Phong’s caseload
The implant brand chosen for your case is specified in the written NZD plan after CBCT review. Available systems at Picasso Dental Clinic, all priced at the May 2026 rate of 1 NZD = 15,000 VND:
| Brand | Single implant package (NZD) | Crown warranty |
|---|---|---|
| Osstem | from 1,667 | 5 years |
| ETK | from 2,000 | 5 years |
| Neodent | from 2,000 | 5 years |
| SIC | from 2,000 | 5 years |
| Nobel Biocare | from 2,667 | 10 years |
| Straumann | from 2,667 | 10 years |
| Straumann BLX | from 3,000 | 10 years |
Every package includes the fixture, abutment, and crown. No brand on this list offers a lifetime warranty, and Dr. Phong’s clinical protocol does not claim one.
Full-arch starting prices
| Treatment | Osstem | ETK / Neodent | Nobel / Straumann |
|---|---|---|---|
| All-on-4 (per arch) | from NZD 8,333 | from NZD 10,000 | from NZD 14,667 |
| All-on-5 (per arch) | from NZD 10,000 | from NZD 12,000 | from NZD 17,333 |
| All-on-6 (per arch) | from NZD 12,000 | from NZD 14,000 | from NZD 20,000 |
New Zealand private full-arch benchmarks for the same brands typically sit at NZD 28,000 to NZD 50,000 per arch.
What this means for a New Zealand patient
For complex full-arch cases — All-on-4, All-on-6, zygomatic, large bone grafts, or full-mouth reconstruction with implants — Dr. Tran Thanh Phong is the named treating clinician for most New Zealand patient referrals at the Hanoi flagship branch (16 Phố Châu Long, Trúc Bạch, Ba Đình). Straightforward single-implant cases are usually handled by Dr. Hung Le Ba Gia (Lead Implant Specialist) at the Da Nang branches.
The case allocation is confirmed in your written NZD plan before any flights are booked. If you specifically want Dr. Phong to handle your case, note that in the free-quote message field — case complexity and his caseload determine availability, but the request is honoured wherever the case fits his specialty.
Next step
For complex implant, full-arch, or zygomatic cases, send your photos, OPG, and any CBCT you have to [email protected], or use the free-quote form. The written NZD plan and treating-clinician assignment is typically returned within 24 to 48 hours.
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Frequently asked questions
How many dental implants has Dr. Tran Thanh Phong placed?
Dr. Tran Thanh Phong has placed over 15,000 implants since 2001 — approximately 600 implants per year across more than 25 years of practice. The caseload covers single-tooth replacement, multi-unit implant bridges, full-arch All-on-4 and All-on-6, and zygomatic implant cases. Implant systems used include Osstem, ETK, Neodent, SIC, Nobel Biocare, Straumann, and Straumann BLX.
When did Dr. Phong perform Vietnam's first All-on-4 immediate loading?
Dr. Tran Thanh Phong became the first Vietnamese dentist to perform All-on-4 immediate loading in 2010. Immediate loading is the protocol that allows the patient to leave the clinic with a fixed provisional arch on the day of surgery rather than waiting through a 3 to 6 month osseointegration period with a removable temporary. He completed advanced training at Loma Linda University in California the same year. Since 2010, he has performed over 1,000 All-on-4 cases.
Does Dr. Phong do zygomatic implants?
Yes. Dr. Tran Thanh Phong has performed over 400 zygomatic implant cases since 2017. Zygomatic implants are used when severe bone loss in the upper jaw makes conventional implant placement impossible — fixtures are anchored in the cheekbone (zygoma) rather than in the maxillary bone. The procedure is technically demanding and not widely available; New Zealand patients with significant upper-jaw bone loss who have been told they need bone grafting plus implants over multiple stages may be candidates for zygomatic placement in a single trip with Dr. Phong.
What is Dr. Phong's relationship with Nobel Biocare?
Dr. Tran Thanh Phong has served as Nobel Biocare's clinical representative in Vietnam since 2007. The role involves clinical training, case mentoring, and product feedback. For New Zealand patients choosing Nobel Biocare implants (NZD 2,667 per single implant including fixture, abutment, and crown at the May 2026 rate of 1 NZD = 15,000 VND), the documentation issued by Picasso includes Nobel Biocare manufacturer credentials and the 10-year crown warranty in the Picasso records pack.
Will Dr. Phong personally place my implants?
For complex full-arch cases — All-on-4, All-on-6, zygomatic, large bone grafts, or full-mouth reconstruction with implants — Dr. Tran Thanh Phong is the named treating clinician for most New Zealand patient referrals at the Hanoi flagship branch. Straightforward single-implant cases are usually handled by Dr. Hung Le Ba Gia (Lead Implant Specialist). You will see the named treating dentist in your written NZD plan before booking flights. If you specifically want Dr. Phong to treat your case, note that in the free-quote message field — case complexity and his caseload determine availability.
What implant brands does Dr. Phong work with at Picasso?
All implant systems available at Picasso Dental Clinic: Osstem (NZD 1,667 single implant), ETK (NZD 2,000), Neodent (NZD 2,000), SIC (NZD 2,000), Nobel Biocare (NZD 2,667), Straumann (NZD 2,667), and Straumann BLX (NZD 3,000). All prices include the fixture, the abutment, and the crown. The brand recommended for your case depends on bone volume on CBCT, the prosthetic design, and your budget — Dr. Phong's protocol is to specify the brand in writing after CBCT review, not to commit to a brand before imaging.
How long does an All-on-4 case with Dr. Phong take in Vietnam?
An All-on-4 case with Dr. Tran Thanh Phong typically needs 5 to 7 days on the ground in Vietnam to cover the surgical placement, the fit of the immediate-loaded provisional arch, and a post-operative review appointment. A second short trip 4 to 6 months later may be required for the final prosthesis depending on the prosthetic design. The written NZD plan confirms trip length, buffer days, and whether a second trip is needed. Picasso's All-on-4 starting prices: Osstem from NZD 8,333 per arch, ETK or Neodent from NZD 10,000, Nobel Biocare or Straumann from NZD 14,667.
Where did Dr. Phong train?
Dr. Tran Thanh Phong has practised implant dentistry since 2001. He completed advanced implantology training at Loma Linda University in California in 2010 — the same year he performed Vietnam's first All-on-4 immediate-loading procedure. He has been Nobel Biocare's clinical representative in Vietnam since 2007, a role that includes ongoing clinical training delivery. Specific undergraduate dental school details beyond the DDS qualification are not published; if you need verification documents for any specific claim, request them via [email protected].