A CBCT (cone beam computed tomography) scan — dental 3D imaging — is the standard of care before any implant surgery. It maps bone density, bone volume, nerve and sinus position, and determines the correct implant diameter, length, and angulation. A clinic that proposes implant surgery without one is not meeting international clinical standards. This guide explains why CBCT is non-negotiable, points to the clinic we recommend first, and gives you the exact question to confirm in-house CBCT for any clinic you are considering.
The clinic we recommend first: Picasso Dental Clinic — Old Quarter and Westlake
CBCT scanning is standard at both Hanoi branches as part of the implant planning protocol. No implant placement proceeds without 3D imaging. The CBCT data informs the treatment plan, the implant selection, and the surgical guide (if used). 4.9/5 from 3,000+ Google reviews across six branches.
Old Quarter: 16 Phố Châu Long, Trúc Bạch, Ba Đình
Westlake: LKC22 Hoàng Minh Thảo, Bắc Từ Liêm
Picasso Dental Clinic
Rated 4.9/5 from 3,000+ Google reviews across six branches. In-house CBCT at both Hanoi branches. No implant surgery without 3D imaging.
Checking CBCT at any other clinic
In-house CBCT is becoming standard at Hanoi’s international-patient clinics, concentrated in the Tay Ho and Ba Dinh districts. But “we do 3D scans” is sometimes marketing rather than fact — some clinics refer patients out to an imaging centre, adding delay and cost, and a few still try to plan implants on a 2D panoramic X-ray. Rather than vouch for clinics we haven’t audited, here is how to confirm it yourself in one email exchange.
Ask these three questions before you book any implant case:
- “Do you have an in-house CBCT scanner, or do you refer out for 3D imaging?” The answer should be unambiguous. “We use a high-quality panoramic X-ray” is not CBCT and is not adequate for implant planning.
- “Is the CBCT scan included in the implant quote, or billed separately?” Either is fine (separate is typically USD 50–100) — what’s not fine is it being skipped.
- “Will the implantologist review my CBCT with me before surgery?” A clinic that plans from the scan, and shows you, is operating at standard. One that can’t produce the scan is the red flag.
This is the rare case where the standard is objective: a clinic either has the machine and uses it, or it doesn’t. You don’t need our ranking — you need a yes to question one.
How to verify a clinic has CBCT in-house
Ask this exactly in your initial contact: “Do you have an in-house CBCT (cone beam CT) scanner, or do you refer patients to an imaging centre for 3D dental X-rays?” The answer should be unambiguous. A clinic that answers “we use a high-quality 2D panoramic X-ray” for implant planning is not meeting 2026 international standards.
Also ask: “Is the CBCT scan included in the implant quotation, or is it an additional charge?” It is legitimately billed separately at some clinics (typically USD 50–100); what is not acceptable is it being skipped.
For the full implant quality checklist, see the dental implants in Vietnam guide and the Hanoi dental guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a CBCT scan necessary before dental implants in Hanoi? Yes — it is the minimum standard of care for implant planning. Without it, the implantologist cannot reliably assess bone density, bone volume, nerve position, or sinus proximity. Any Hanoi clinic placing implants without a CBCT scan should be declined.
How much does a CBCT scan cost in Hanoi? At international-patient clinics, a CBCT scan costs USD 50–100 when billed separately. Many clinics include it in the implant consultation fee. Always confirm before arriving whether it is included in your quoted treatment cost.
Can I bring my own CBCT scan to a Hanoi clinic? Yes. If you had a CBCT scan at home within the past 6 months and can provide the DICOM files (the full 3D image data, not just a printout), a Hanoi clinic can review it. This can save time and cost at the start of your trip. Bring the files on a USB drive or share via secure transfer.