Dr. Care outlines four-phase dental implant pathway for international patients in Vietnam

At Dr. Care Implant Clinic, a specialist provider of dental implants in Ho Chi Minh Citytreatment for overseas patients is organized through a four-phase process designed to accommodate international travel schedules. The protocol typically involves two visits to Vietnam separated by a remote healing period.

The process begins remotely, usually two to four weeks before patients travel to Vietnam. During this stage, patients submit available diagnostic materials, including CT scans, dental X-rays, photographs, and medical records.

Based on these documents, the clinic evaluates bone density, tooth-loss conditions, and other factors that may affect surgical planning. Patients then receive a proposed treatment plan and an itemized quotation covering implant systems, prosthetic options, estimated treatment timelines, and any additional procedures such as bone grafting or sinus lifts.

According to the clinic, this preliminary stage allows patients to review treatment details before arranging flights and accommodation.

The initial visit to Vietnam typically lasts between seven and 14 days and includes clinical examination, implant surgery, and temporary prosthetic fitting.

Upon arrival, patients undergo a comprehensive examination and a 3D cone-beam CT scan, enabling dentists to finalize implant placement positions, angulation, and depth. The imaging also helps determine whether additional procedures, including bone grafting, are required.

Implant placement is performed under local anesthesia, with sedation available upon request. The clinic said it uses an AI-guided navigation system to support surgical planning and placement accuracy.

Implant placement surgery at Dr. Care. Photo courtesy of Dr. Care Implant Clinic

According to the clinic, single-tooth implant procedures may take 20-30 minutes, while full-arch All-on-4 or All-on-6 treatments can require several hours, particularly when combined with extractions or bone augmentation.

After surgery, patients receive medication, dietary guidance, and follow-up examinations before returning home. Temporary prostheses may be provided in eligible cases, allowing patients to maintain dental function while osseointegration takes place.

The third phase occurs while patients are abroad, during which the titanium implants integrate with the jawbone through a process known as osseointegration.

Depending on the implant system used, this healing period generally lasts between three and six months. During this time, patients continue follow-up consultations remotely through photographs, symptom updates, and online check-ins.

The clinic noted that some premium implant surfaces, such as Straumann SLActive, may help shorten healing times by supporting faster bone integration, particularly in patients with lower bone density.

Patients then return to Vietnam for the final treatment phase, which also typically lasts seven to 14 days.

Dentists first confirm successful osseointegration through imaging before taking digital impressions using intraoral scanning technology. These scans are used to fabricate the final ceramic or zirconia prosthesis.

A patient before and after receiving a temporary full-arch prosthesis. Photos courtesy of Dr. Care Implant Clinic

During the fitting stage, dentists assess and adjust bite alignment, symmetry, color, and overall fit before permanently attaching the restoration to the implants.

The clinic said patients receive long-term care instructions and warranty documentation upon completion of treatment.

The clinic said a German patient who compared more than 15 dental providers across Turkey and Asia before selecting Dr. Care cited the upfront itemised cost estimate as the deciding factor in his choice. Full-arch treatment at the clinic cost the patient approximately US$12,000, compared to a home-country quote of around EUR25,000 (US$29,033).

According to Dr. Care, some single-tooth implant cases with sufficient bone volume may qualify for immediate loading, allowing a temporary crown to be placed on the same day as surgery and reducing treatment to a single extended stay.

However, the clinic said full-arch implant rehabilitation generally requires two separate visits under internationally recognized treatment protocols, as osseointegration depends on biological healing timelines.

Dr. Care outlines four-phase dental implant pathway for international patients in Vietnam

Under the clinic’s standard pathway, treatment typically spans four to eight months from initial consultation to final restoration, although patients are only required to stay in Vietnam during the two treatment phases.

The clinic said full-arch All-on-4 treatment starts from approximately US$4,360 in the standard tier and may reach US$5,960 for premium implant systems. Pricing includes VAT and clinical appointments across both treatment phases.