Why I started Your Smile Journey
I found out first-hand how expensive dental treatment can be in Australia.
For me, it started with one broken bridge. The bridge snapped off, and the tooth underneath also broke. I went to three different dentists in Melbourne. After the X-rays and consultations, the treatment I was quoted included one root canal, one implant and three crowns. Depending on the dentist, the total cost was around $12,000 to $15,000.
Honestly, I could not believe how expensive it was.
Because I had previously worked in Malaysia and had dental treatment done there, I knew how different the costs could be compared with Australia. I started researching other overseas options and looked into clinics in India, Malaysia, Croatia, the Philippines, Indonesia and Vietnam.
I also had to take into account the total cost of the trip, including the dental treatment, flights and accommodation. Even after allowing for all of that, it was still so much cheaper that I could hardly believe it. After speaking with the clinic and feeling comfortable with the communication and pricing, I booked my flight that same weekend.
My reason
Why Vietnam?
I decided to go to Vietnam because the communication was quick, the responses were simple and easy to understand, and the price was much more affordable for the same high-quality dental work as in Australia.
Australian quote$12K–$15K
Overseas estimate$3K–$4K
Once I arrived and had a full consultation with the dentist, I realised I could do much more than just fix the broken bridge. I had the opportunity to improve my whole smile for almost the same amount I was going to pay in Australia for the relatively small amount of work they had quoted. This was something I had always wanted to do, but could never afford in Australia, so I did it — and it was worth every dollar. The confidence I feel when I smile now has changed the way I feel and carry myself.
That experience is why I created Your Smile Journey.
This website is not just about what happened to me. It is here to help Australians facing expensive dental quotes understand that you can SAVE THOUSANDS of dollars overseas for the same high-quality dental work.