4,200+ Australians have used LocalCare to find verified dental clinics across Vietnam, Thailand, and Bali since 2014.
Typical savings in AUD
Compared to the same treatment at home, based on cases coordinated through LocalCare partner clinics.
Send us your X-rays once. Our medical team matches you with 3–5 verified clinics and sends back comparable treatment plans and fixed-price quotes in AUD within 48 hours — so you can compare like-for-like without chasing clinics one by one.
Every quote is delivered in Australian dollars with a fixed, all-inclusive price. No currency confusion, no hidden lab fees, no surprise charges on arrival.
Every LocalCare partner clinic backs your work with a written warranty. If anything needs attention after you return to Australia, we coordinate warranty follow-up with your original clinic and help arrange any required return visit.
Our Medical Board of Excellence audits every clinic against 47 safety criteria including sterilisation protocols, material sourcing, and dentist credentials.
Prices based on LocalCare partner clinic quotes as of April 2026. AUD conversion at current exchange rates. Actual costs vary by case complexity and clinic.
| Treatment | Australia (AUD) | Vietnam (AUD) | Thailand (AUD) | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Dental Implant | $5,500 | $1,100 | $1,800 | Up to 80% |
| All-on-4 (per arch) | $28,000 | $5,500 | $8,500 | Up to 80% |
| Porcelain Veneer (each) | $1,980 | $350 | $450 | Up to 82% |
| Zirconia Crown | $1,800 | $280 | $380 | Up to 84% |
| Root Canal + Crown | $3,200 | $450 | $600 | Up to 86% |
| Teeth Whitening | $800 | $150 | $200 | Up to 81% |
| Full Mouth Rehabilitation | $65,000 | $12,000 | $18,000 | Up to 82% |
| Invisalign (full) | $9,000 | $2,800 | $3,500 | Up to 69% |
Top-rated partner clinics across .
I was quoted $58,000 back home. LocalCare connected me with Picasso Dental and I paid $22,000 for both arches including a week in a serviced apartment. The quality is identical to what I'd get in Melbourne.
Saved AUD $36,000 compared to Melbourne quote · All-on-4 dental implants (both arches)
David R.
Melbourne · Picasso Dental Clinic, Ho Chi Minh City
My Sydney dentist wanted $38,000. I got the same E.max veneers in Bangkok for $10,000. The clinic felt like a five-star hotel.
Saved AUD $28,000 compared to Sydney quote · 20 porcelain veneers
Sarah M.
Sydney · BFC Dental, Bangkok
I combined two weeks of dental work with a holiday in northern Thailand. Best decision I ever made.
Saved AUD $42,000 compared to Brisbane quote · 8 dental implants + full bridge
James T.
Brisbane · HYPS Dental, Chiang Mai
Sample budget for an Australian travelling to Ho Chi Minh City for All-on-4 dental implants (one arch):
| All-on-4 implants (one arch) | $5,500 |
| Return flights (SYD to SGN) | $600 – $900 |
| Hotel (10 nights, 3-star) | $500 – $800 |
| Food & transport (10 days) | $300 – $500 |
| Travel insurance | $80 – $150 |
| Total | $6,980 – $7,850 |
Compared to AUD $28,000 at home, you save AUD $20,000+ even after flights, hotel, and food. That's enough for a holiday AND a new smile.
Submit Your Case
Upload your X-rays or photos. Tell us what treatment you need. We respond within 24 hours (Australian business hours).
Receive Clinic Matches
Our medical team reviews your case and sends 2–3 verified clinic options with treatment plans and fixed pricing in AUD.
Choose and Confirm
Compare clinics, ask questions via WhatsApp or email, and confirm your preferred clinic. No deposit required until you're ready.
Travel and Treat
Fly to your destination. Your clinic arranges airport transfer. Treatment begins within 24 hours of arrival. Your LocalCare coordinator is available on WhatsApp throughout.
Return Home with Confidence
Take home your complete dental records, warranty documentation, and aftercare instructions. Your Australian dentist can access your treatment file. LocalCare follows up at 30, 90, and 365 days.
Direct flights operate daily from Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane to Ho Chi Minh City (8.5 hrs), Hanoi (9 hrs), and Bangkok (9 hrs). Jetstar, VietJet, Vietnam Airlines, and Thai Airways offer competitive fares. Budget: AUD $500–$900 return. Book 6–8 weeks ahead for best prices.
Australians need a Vietnam e-visa (US$25 single-entry, valid up to 90 days) applied online via evisa.gov.vn and issued within 3–5 business days. Thailand offers visa-free entry for up to 60 days. Indonesia provides visa on arrival for 30 days. No medical or dental-specific visa is required anywhere.
Standard Australian travel insurance does not cover elective dental treatment abroad. We recommend purchasing a policy that covers medical complications and emergency dental care. Providers like Cover-More and Allianz offer add-on medical cover. Your LocalCare clinic's warranty covers treatment-related issues separately.
Clinics accept AUD bank transfers, Visa, Mastercard, and cash (USD or local currency). LocalCare quotes are provided in AUD. ATMs are widely available in all dental tourism cities. Exchange rates are favourable for Australians across all LocalCare destinations.
All LocalCare partner clinics have English-speaking dentists and patient coordinators. Treatment plans, consent forms, and post-care instructions are provided in English. WhatsApp and email communication before, during, and after your trip.
Vietnam and Thailand are best visited October to April (dry season). Bali is pleasant year-round with slightly less rain May to September. Avoid Tet (Vietnamese New Year, late January/early February) as clinics may have reduced hours.
Tell us your treatment, we'll match you with listed clinics and provide a comparison quote – all free, all in AUD, with no pressure to book.
Takes 2 minutes. Response within 24 hours.
No forms. Send a photo or an old quote and a real person replies within hours.
AUD $3,400
5–7 days · Airport transfer + 3-star hotel from AUD $450
Book This PackageAUD $10,200
7–10 days (return visit 4–6 months later) · Airport transfer + 4-star hotel from AUD $650
Book This PackageAUD $19,200
10–14 days · 4-star hotel + daily transport from AUD $1,200
Book This PackageAll packages include a free initial consultation, treatment plan in English, and Messenger support from a dedicated coordinator.
Everything you need to know before booking dental treatment abroad.
The average Australian spends roughly AUD $2,800 per year on dental care, and an estimated 30% of Australians delay or avoid treatment because of cost. Private health insurance rarely closes the gap — annual limits of AUD $1,500–$2,500 are typical, which barely covers a single crown, let alone the implants, bridges, or full-mouth work that older patients increasingly need. This gap is the single largest driver behind Australians travelling abroad for dental care.
Vietnam alone welcomes more than 79,000 international dental tourists annually, with Australians representing one of the fastest-growing patient groups year over year. The typical Australian dental tourist is 45–70 years old, has been quoted AUD $15,000 or more for treatment at home, and is comfortable with international travel. Many combine treatment with a holiday, which means the overall trip — even including flights and hotels — remains dramatically cheaper than treatment alone in Australia.
LocalCare presents every quote in AUD, operates patient support during Australian business hours via WhatsApp, and vets partner clinics against 47 safety criteria set by the Medical Board of Excellence. Post-treatment, we coordinate with your Australian dentist where needed and back every clinic with the LocalCare Global Warranty. The goal is to remove the logistical and clinical uncertainty that stops Australians from considering dental tourism in the first place.
Vietnam offers the lowest prices and an unusually deep bench of English-speaking clinics in Ho Chi Minh City. Thailand's dental tourism infrastructure is the most mature in Asia and is the best pick for complex surgical work. Bali has the shortest flight from Australia and pairs naturally with a familiar holiday — it's ideal for shorter treatments like veneers or single implants. Most Australians choose based on flight time, the scale of treatment, and whether they want to combine dental work with a holiday.
Look for ISO 9001 or JCI accreditation, dentists with international training credentials (many LocalCare partners trained in the US, UK, Australia, or Germany), verifiable material sourcing (Straumann, Nobel Biocare, IPS E.max), and strong English-language communication. Patient photos, Google reviews with recent dates, and a written warranty you can take home are non-negotiable. Every LocalCare partner clinic meets all of these thresholds.
Most Australians start planning 8–12 weeks out. Send your X-rays to LocalCare, receive 2–3 matched clinic options within 48 hours, confirm your preferred clinic, book flights and accommodation, and arrive a day before treatment begins. Bring your full dental history, a list of any medications, and a copy of your travel insurance policy. On return, share your clinic's treatment file with your Australian dentist so continuity of care is preserved.
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The average Australian dental tourist saves AUD AUD $18,400+ on major dental work through LocalCare. That's a family holiday, a car upgrade, or real financial breathing room.
Takes 2 minutes. Quotes arrive within 24 hours.
No forms. Send a photo or an old quote and a real person replies within hours.
Message us and a coordinator will answer with clinic options, indicative pricing and what a trip would involve. No forms, no call centre, and no obligation. Prices are indicative; only a clinic's written quote applies to you.
LocalCare is an information service, not a healthcare provider. Nothing here is medical advice.