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    🇳🇿 For New Zealand Patients

    Auckland Dentists Charge $3,000 NZD Per Veneer. There's a Smarter Way.

    New Zealanders are paying up to 5× more than necessary for world-class dental work. At SmileQuest partner clinics in Ho Chi Minh City, porcelain veneers start at $600 NZD per tooth — same technology, up to 80% less.

    Founded by Richard & Judy Tran — a Canadian couple based in Ho Chi Minh City. Native English speakers, on the ground, in your corner from first message to final smile.

    70–80%
    Typical saving vs NZ prices
    $600
    Veneer from (NZD/tooth)
    13+
    Clinics vetted & trusted

    No obligation · NZD pricing · Response within 2 hours

    13+ Clinics Personally Vetted
    European & Korean Materials Only
    English-Speaking Coordinators
    2–5 Year Clinic Warranties
    Flights from AKL / WLG / CHC
    Price Comparison

    Vietnam vs New Zealand — Dental Costs in NZD

    NZ prices sourced from Auckland and Wellington clinic websites, 2025.

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    Procedure
    NZ Price
    Vietnam Price
    Porcelain Veneer (per tooth)
    $3,000 NZD
    $600 NZDSave 80%
    Single Dental Implant
    $6,000 NZD
    $1,300 NZDSave 78%
    All-on-4 (per arch)
    $30,000 NZD
    $9,800 NZDSave 67%
    Dental Crown (porcelain)
    $2,400 NZD
    $445 NZDSave 81%
    Teeth Whitening
    $750 NZD
    $195 NZDSave 74%
    Root Canal + Crown
    $3,200 NZD
    $940 NZDSave 71%

    * Indicative prices. You receive a personalised itemised quote before committing.

    Destination Comparison

    Vietnam vs Thailand vs Bali for Dental Tourism

    Thailand and Bali are popular choices for Kiwis — here's how Vietnam compares.

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    Factor
    Vietnam 🇻🇳
    Thailand 🇹🇭
    Bali 🇮🇩
    Veneer price (NZD/tooth)
    $430–$680
    $450–$800
    $500–$900
    Internationally trained dentists
    ✓ Most
    ✓ Good
    △ Varies
    European/Korean materials
    ✓ Standard
    △ Varies
    △ Varies
    English in clinics
    ✓ Widely spoken
    ✓ Widely spoken
    ✓ Tourist areas
    On-ground concierge
    ✓ SmileQuest
    △ Some agencies
    △ Some agencies
    City & travel experience
    ✓ HCMC — vibrant
    ✓ Bangkok
    ✓ Great
    The Process

    How It Works for New Zealanders

    01

    Personalised Treatment Plan

    Send photos or recent X-rays. We match you to the right dentist, outline the procedure and send a full itemised quote before you book anything.

    02

    We Book Everything

    Flights are on you. We book clinic appointments, airport pickup, hotel and arrange a bilingual coordinator who stays with you throughout your stay.

    03

    Treatment in HCMC

    Stay in District 1, one of Southeast Asia's most vibrant neighbourhoods. Your coordinator handles all logistics. Most veneer procedures take 5–7 clinic days within a 10-day trip.

    04

    Fly Home with Your New Smile

    Leave with your final results and a written warranty. We check in at 1 week, 1 month and 6 months. Full digital records go to you and your NZ dentist.

    What's Included

    Everything Except Your Flight

    Going alone without support is the biggest risk in dental tourism. SmileQuest means you have a professional team on the ground handling every detail from the moment you land.

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    • Airport pickup and drop-off
    • All clinic transfers
    • Bilingual coordinator at every appointment
    • Hotel recommendations & booking assistance
    • 24/7 WhatsApp support during your stay
    • Full itemised quote in NZD before you book
    • Post-treatment WhatsApp check-ins
    • Digital dental records for your NZ dentist
    • 2–10 year written clinic warranty
    Common Questions

    Questions from New Zealand Patients

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    Get a Free Quote in NZD

    Tell us what you're looking to do. We'll come back with a personalised NZD quote, honest advice and real photos of our work.

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    Treatment
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    About You
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    Contact

    What are you looking for?

    Select all that apply — we'll match you to the right clinic.

    Select at least one treatment to continue

    Stop Overpaying for the Same Quality

    The average New Zealand patient saves $20,000+ NZD versus what they were quoted at home.