{"id":49030,"date":"2026-01-09T19:50:11","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T17:50:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentalelite.ro\/?p=49030"},"modified":"2026-10-23T17:43:50","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T14:43:50","slug":"what-is-the-cost-of-a-dental-crown-for-ceramic-and-zirconia-teeth-price","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentalelite.ro\/en\/blog\/cat-costa-o-coroana-dentara-pret-pentru-dinti-din-ceramica-si-zirconiu\/","title":{"rendered":"How much does a dental crown cost? Price for ceramic and zirconia teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\">Dental crown It is the optimal solution for restoring a damaged tooth or covering a dental implant, and its price depends on several factors. If you weigh dental crowns made of ceramic against those made of zirconia, you will see that their prices are different, but their quality and durability are also different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\">The cost of a dental crown Ceramics differs from that for a zirconium crown, the two having different properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In short, how much does a dental crown cost:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The price of a ceramic dental crown starts from 1,700 lei.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The price of a zirconia dental crown starts from 1,500 lei.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Differences between ceramic dental crowns and zirconium dental crowns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\">There are several types of dental crowns, depending on the material, which offers different types of advantages. When it comes to ceramics and zirconium, the two are among the most popular, due to their strength and aesthetics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ceramic crowns have a more natural appearance and greater gum comfort, but the costs are higher. If aesthetics are a priority, all-ceramic crowns, especially feldspathic ones, offer the closest result to a natural tooth, with a high level of customisation. In contrast, pressed ceramic EMAX and zirconium variants offer a very good balance between appearance and durability, having a longer lifespan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zirconia crowns are the most durable and remain stable for many years, making them a solid option for those seeking longevity. Price differences reflect the material, the technology used, and the time required for the treatment. The final choice is always made together with the dentist, depending on needs, budget, and expected results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201dPatients are increasingly seeking aesthetics, and thus zirconium meets these needs for both aesthetics and strength. If I want enhanced aesthetics, I add ceramic over a zirconium substructure. In certain carefully selected cases, I use full ceramic. This is when the dental structure allows it. These are essentially the differences: strength, aesthetics, the possibility of creating them, and having a laboratory that can work with all these materials,\u201d explains Dr. Anca Voiculescu, a dentist with expertise in prosthetics at Dental Elite.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-9-16 wp-has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Not sure which crown to choose? #dentalelite #patient #dentist #crowns #dentistbucharest #smile\" width=\"563\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1CuEY6ipMmQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does a ceramic dental crown cost at Dental Elite<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ceramic dental crowns are chosen especially for their natural appearance and long-term comfort. The price varies depending on the type of ceramic used and the city where the treatment is carried out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price differences arise from the material, the laboratory fabrication method, and the level of customization. For example, feldspathic ceramic involves a lot of manual work and fine details, which explains the higher price. Pressed ceramic offers a good balance between strength and aesthetics, which is why it has a cost close to that of classic ceramic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the price of a zirconia dental crown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zirconia is valued for its very good strength and long-term stability. It is a frequently chosen option by people who want a solid dental crown with a long lifespan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The variant with ceramic applied over zirconium has a slightly higher cost, as it involves an additional laboratory aesthetic step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Factors influencing the price of a dental crown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The final price is determined not only by the material, but also by the treatments required before its placement. For example, if the tooth is severely decayed, it might need endodontic treatment, which is added to the cost of the work. Depending on the condition of your teeth, the dentist will create a personalised treatment plan for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then, the clinic, the doctor's experience, and the technology used are very important. A digitally made crown, with intraoral scanning and precise milling, will cost more than one made using classical methods. However, the result and comfort will be commensurate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The city also plays an important role. Generally, in Bucharest, costs are higher than in Bra\u0219ov, due to operating expenses and higher demand. Also, if treatments are needed before the crown, these are added to the total cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quality dental crown vs cheap dental crown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A cheap crown might seem like a good solution at the time, but problems can arise in the long run. Imperfect fit, discomfort, or the need for rework are quite common situations with a cheap crown, and they subsequently require further treatment and, consequently, additional costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A quality crown will be well-adapted to your teeth, comfortable and stable over time, hence the price difference. Essentially, a quality restoration will save you additional expenses later on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions about Dental Crown Pricing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1767980653861\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How much does a dental crown cost, on average?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Depending on the material and city, the price starts at approximately 1,070 lei and can reach 2,450 lei, depending on the material.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1767980672984\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why does the price of a dental crown differ from one clinic to another?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The differences arise for several reasons: technology, the doctor's experience, the materials used, and the city where the clinic is located.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1767980679447\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the most affordable dental crown?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Metal-ceramic is, as a rule, the cheapest option (1,070 lei), but it does not offer the same level of aesthetics as all-ceramic or zirconia.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1767980684040\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does a dental crown change colour over time?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Well, ceramic and zirconium crowns retain their colour. If any changes occur, they are related to the gum or surrounding older work.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1767980690581\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does the price of the crown include all treatments?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Not always. If a root canal, post, or other procedures are required, these will be calculated separately.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1767980710563\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I pay for a dental crown in instalments?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer translation-block\">Yes. In Dental Elite clinics Can I pay for dental crowns in instalments? advantageous, through partnerships with financial institutions (directly in the clinic), so that the desired smile is accessible.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Coroana dentar\u0103 este solu\u021bia optim\u0103 de refacere a unui dinte deteriorat sau de acoperire a unui implant dentar, iar pre\u021bul [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":49031,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[104],"tags":[82,83,113],"class_list":["post-49030","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-lucrari-dentare","tag-coroane-dentare-ceramica","tag-coroane-dentare-zirconiu","tag-implanturi-si-coroane-dentare"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalelite.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/49030","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalelite.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalelite.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalelite.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalelite.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=49030"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalelite.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/49030\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":56817,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalelite.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/49030\/revisions\/56817"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalelite.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/49031"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalelite.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=49030"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalelite.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=49030"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dentalelite.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=49030"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}