How much do dental crowns cost?

A single dental crown typically costs $1,000–$2,500 in 2026, with porcelain-fused-to-metal and all-ceramic at the higher end and full-metal slightly lower. Same-day CAD/CAM crowns run similar to lab crowns. Insurance typically covers 50% of medically necessary crowns after deductible.

What does getting a crown involve?

Traditional crowns take two visits: the tooth is shaped, an impression taken, and a temporary placed; the permanent crown is cemented 2–3 weeks later. Same-day CAD/CAM crowns are scanned, milled in-office in 60–90 minutes, and cemented in a single visit. Local anesthesia is used.

Does getting a crown hurt?

Crown prep is painless under local anesthesia. Mild sensitivity to hot, cold, and pressure for 2–4 weeks is normal; persistent pain may indicate the need for a root canal. There is no downtime — patients eat normally the same day, avoiding sticky foods with a temporary.

How long do dental crowns last?

Crowns typically last 10–15 years, with all-ceramic and zirconia crowns often lasting 15–20+ years. Recurrent decay at the margin is the most common failure cause, so flossing under the crown is essential. Grinders should wear a nightguard to protect the porcelain.

Do I need a crown or could a filling work?

A crown is needed when a tooth has a large filling covering more than half the surface, after root canal treatment, or when a tooth is cracked. If less than 50% of the tooth structure is missing, a large filling or onlay ($600–$1,500) is often a conservative alternative.

Service Guide

Dental Crowns

Dental crowns are custom-fitted caps placed over damaged or weakened teeth to restore their shape, size, strength, and appearance. Made from porcelain, ceramic, metal, or composite materials, they protect and strengthen compromised teeth.

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1-2 hours

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About Dental Crowns

What is Dental Crowns?

Who Needs It?

Crowns are recommended for teeth that are severely decayed, cracked, broken, or weakened after root canal treatment. They are also used to anchor dental bridges and cover dental implants.

What to Expect

Your dentist will prepare the tooth by reshaping it, take impressions for a custom crown, and place a temporary crown. At your follow-up visit, the permanent crown is cemented in place for a natural look and feel.

Quick Facts

Average Duration

1-2 hours

Pain Level

Minimal

Recovery Time

1-2 days

Recommended Frequency

Every 10-15 years

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Open Wide Dental

Suite 1, 6520, North 7th Avenue, Alhambra · Phoenix, Arizona

94.5Smyleee Rating(860)

Open Wide Dental on North 7th Avenue in Phoenix offers an unusually broad menu, from implants, crowns, bridges, and full-mouth rehabilitation to root canals, Invisalign, denture...

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Desert Dentistry Phoenix

4609, East Chandler Boulevard, Ahwatukee Foothills Village · Phoenix, Arizona

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Desert Dentistry Phoenix on East Chandler Boulevard offers broad restorative and cosmetic care, from implants, crowns, bridges, and full-mouth rehabilitation to root canals, gum...

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Biltmore Dental Center

Suite b, 4202, North 32nd Street, Camelback East Village · Phoenix, Arizona

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Biltmore Dental Center on North 32nd Street in Phoenix offers family care alongside a broad menu of crowns, implants, full-mouth rehabilitation, Invisalign, braces, dentures, pe...

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Dental Home Family Dentistry Phoenix

# 2, 720, East Thunderbird Road, North Mountain Village · Phoenix, Arizona

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Dental Home Family Dentistry on East Thunderbird Road runs a general-practice dental home covering cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, and same-day emergencie...

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Phoenix Family Dentistry

Ste. 2, 13821, North 35th Drive, Deerview · Phoenix, Arizona

90.4Smyleee Rating(552)

Phoenix Family Dentistry on North 35th Drive in the Deerview area handles cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, basic extractions, and emergency visits for families across n...

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North Phoenix Family Dentistry

717, West Glendale Avenue, Alhambra · Phoenix, Arizona

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North Phoenix Family Dentistry on West Glendale Avenue is a long-running general practice covering cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, and routine emergency dental care fo...

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Family Dental Phoenix

Ste 102, 2401, West Glendale Avenue, Alhambra · Phoenix, Arizona

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Family Dental Phoenix on West Glendale Avenue runs a general-dentistry practice covering cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, and emergency visits for adults a...

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AZ Family Dental - Phoenix

# 1, 1820, West Thunderbird Road, North Mountain Village · Phoenix, Arizona

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AZ Family Dental's Phoenix location on West Thunderbird Road is part of a regional group offering cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, and emergency dental care for North M...

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