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“We’ve got our teeth back!” – These are the joyful words of Australian twins, Richard and John, after completing their full-arch dental implant procedure at Elite Dental in Vietnam. At the age of 77, losing their teeth not only caused difficulty in chewing but also impacted their overall quality of life. Choosing treatment in Vietnam helped them completely transform, restoring both their smile and confidence.
When costs and convenience became major barriers at hometown
The twins, Richard and John, aged 77, are from Derby, Australia – a town 220 km away from Perth, with no nearby dental clinic. Both struggled with nearly total tooth loss. Richard had been using removable dentures for five years after losing all his teeth, while John also had severe tooth loss.
As they grew older, losing teeth became a major challenge in daily life. The two began looking for solutions at home, but due to the remote location of Derby, accessing dental services was nearly impossible. Even traveling to Perth, the cost of dental implants in Australia was extremely high. “We had to fly from Derby to Perth, and the airfare was even higher than flying to Vietnam. Dental treatment costs at least 50,000-60,000 AUD. On top of that, we would have to pay several hundred dollars per night for hotels,” said Richard.
Thus, they sought alternatives in other countries. They considered popular dental tourism destinations such as Thailand and Turkey, with lower costs of around 20,000-30,000 AUD. However, after researching, they were unsatisfied with the service quality and treatment costs in these countries.
The twins, who are driving instructors in Australia, were introduced to Vietnam by a Vietnamese woman living and working in Derby. They started researching and learned about Elite Dental’s reputation in dental tourism.
The Implant journey in Vietnam
The twins immediately contacted Elite. Elite provided preliminary consultations over the phone about their services and the implant treatment schedule while they were still in Australia, helping them feel more at ease. After careful consideration, they decided to undergo their dental implant treatment at Elite Dental in Vietnam.
Here are the factors that convinced them to choose Vietnam:
- Affordable Costs: Compared to Australia, treatment costs at Elite Dental are only 30-50% of the prices in Australia, while still maintaining international standards of quality. In addition, accommodation costs in downtown Ho Chi Minh City are very reasonable, ranging from 60 to 120 AUD per night.
- Excellent Service Quality: Elite Dental has an experienced team of doctors who have trained abroad, along with modern equipment such as the 3D Cone Beam CT scanner.
- Convenient Travel: The twins found it easy to travel with Scoot, flying from Australia to Singapore and then connecting to Ho Chi Minh City for just 400 AUD per trip.
- Flexible Treatment Plan: The treatment plan was tailored to their schedule, optimizing their stay while ensuring the effectiveness of the treatment.
Upon arriving in Vietnam, the twins received a thorough examination and X-rays at Elite Dental. Although both had lost all their teeth, their bone conditions were different, so the doctors designed an individualized treatment plan for each.
Mr. Richard, who had been using dentures for five years, had lost all his teeth. After reviewing his CBCT scan and evaluating his condition, the doctor planned the following:
- All-on-4 implants for both upper and lower jaws using flapless implant techniques to minimize swelling and post-operative pain.
- Immediate full-arch restoration on the implants.
Within three weeks of arriving at Elite (from September 29 to October 16), Richard completed the entire implant process and received his new teeth, with no need to return to Vietnam.
Mr. John, who had lost nearly all his teeth, underwent All-on-4 implants for both jaws, with immediate temporary teeth. Six months later, he will return to complete his final restoration.
When the smile returns, a new life begins
After their treatment at Elite Dental, both twins were very pleased and surprised with the results. Richard shared: “I never imagined that in just three weeks, I would have a complete and natural-looking set of teeth. This was truly the best decision I’ve ever made!”
“I am so impressed with the results and extremely satisfied with the quality at Elite, from the team of doctors to the facilities and the environment here. Everything exceeded my expectations. Thank you so much, Elite,” John joyfully expressed.
Both brothers felt a positive change in their daily lives, from eating more easily to having renewed confidence in social interactions.
Elite Dental, the ideal destination for Dental Tourism
Elite Dental has established itself as one of the leading dental centers in Vietnam, trusted by many international patients.
- Expert team: The doctors at Elite Dental have over 15 years of experience and have trained abroad, always updating the latest techniques to achieve optimal results for patients.
- 100% Digital workflow in Implant treatment: Using advanced imaging systems imported from Europe to assess jawbone conditions, and the PIC System to assist with implant placement, ensuring precision and quality.
- Affordable costs: Compared to other countries, the cost at Elite Dental is lower, but the quality remains unmatched.
- Comprehensive service: From consultation and translation to post-treatment care, Elite Dental ensures total support for international patients.
The smile restoration journey of twin brothers Richard and John is not only a story of improved quality of life but also highlights the appeal of Vietnam in the field of dental tourism. Elite Dental is proud to be the place that brings perfect smiles to thousands of patients, both domestic and international.
