How Much Does a Dental Crown Cost, and What Changes the Price?
Most dental crowns fall somewhere between $800 and $2,500 per tooth, a range wide enough to feel useless until you know what moves the number. Material is the biggest factor: porcelain fused to metal sits at the lower end, while all-ceramic and zirconia crowns cost more and blend in better.
Location on the tooth matters too. Molars take more chewing force and may need stronger materials, while front teeth demand more cosmetic precision. Add-ons like a core buildup or a root canal beforehand change the total more than the crown itself.
Dental insurance typically covers around half the cost of a crown when it is medically necessary, subject to your annual maximum. A written treatment plan with codes lets you verify coverage before you commit, and any practice should be glad to provide one.