Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam's largest city, with the widest choice of dental clinics and many long-haul flight connections.

Written by VietDentalTrip editorial team

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Airport
Tan Son Nhat International (SGN)
Airport to centre
Often 30 to 45 minutes by taxi to District 1, longer at rush hour
Where clinics cluster
District 1, District 3, Phú Nhuận, Bình Thạnh and Thủ Đức (District 2)
Weather
Warm all year, with a rainy season roughly May to November

Key points

  • Ho Chi Minh City has the largest number of clinics in Vietnam, so compare at least three.
  • District 1 and District 3 are central and walkable between short appointments.
  • The airport is inside the city, which helps with early follow-up visits before a flight.

Top clinics in Ho Chi Minh City

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Demo Clinics marked Demo are examples that show how listings will look. They aren't real and can't be contacted.

  1. District 3 Implant CentreDistrict 3 Implant Centre DemoDistrict 3, Ho Chi Minh CityNo reviews yetPrices from US$220
  2. Saigon Riverside Dental StudioSaigon Riverside Dental Studio DemoDistrict 1, Ho Chi Minh CityNo reviews yetPrices from US$200

Ho Chi Minh City, still often called Saigon, has more private dental clinics than anywhere else in Vietnam. The choice is wide, and so is the range in quality, which makes checking licences and reading reviews more important here.

Planning your trip

Ask two or three clinics for a written treatment plan from the same X-rays and compare them. If one plan is much more aggressive than the others, for example crowns where others suggest veneers, ask why.

Where to stay

District 1 is central and has the most hotels. District 3 is next door and a little calmer. Thủ Đức (formerly District 2) has serviced apartments suited to stays of two weeks or more.

Getting there and around

Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) sits inside the city. The trip to District 1 often takes 30 to 45 minutes by taxi, and longer at rush hour. Ride-hailing apps are the simplest way to get around.

After treatment

The city is hot all year. Drink plenty of water, and keep your aftercare medication in the hotel room rather than a hot bag.

Frequently asked questions

Is the rainy season a problem for treatment?

Not for the treatment itself. Afternoon downpours can slow traffic, so leave extra time to reach appointments.

Is District 2 (Thủ Đức) a good base?

It's quieter and popular with long-stay visitors. Check how far it is from your clinic, as river crossings can be slow.

This article is general information, not medical advice. A dentist who has examined you is the right person to recommend treatment.