How much does a porcelain dental crown cost?

The price of porcelain dental crowns ranges from 800 yuan to 2000 yuan. Clinically, porcelain dental crowns and all-ceramic dental crowns are commonly used, and metal dental crowns are also frequently used. However, metal dental crowns have been gradually phased out because of their obvious color difference from real teeth, prone to metal leakage after prolonged use, and easy to irritate the gums. All-ceramic dental crowns offer better aesthetics and physical stability.

The price of a porcelain dental crown varies depending on the material. There are two main types: first, metal-porcelain dental crowns, which are usually cheaper, ranging from 200-300 yuan to around 1000 yuan. Second, all-ceramic dental crowns, which are generally more expensive, possibly starting at over 1500 yuan and ranging from 2000-3000 yuan. Patients can choose according to their financial situation and physical condition. If patients frequently need to take MRI scans, it is recommended to choose all-ceramic dental crowns. If they are sensitive to metal, it is also best to choose all-ceramic dental crowns, as an all-ceramic crown can last about 10 years in the mouth, resulting in an average cost that is not much higher.

Porcelain dental crowns can normally last for 3-5 years, and with good maintenance, they can last for 5-10 years or even more than 10 years. This is related to the following factors:

1. Usage: If patients avoid using their teeth for improper behaviors, such as opening beer bottles or biting hard objects, the porcelain dental crowns will last for a normal duration.

2. Oral hygiene: If patients maintain good oral hygiene, with ideal contact between the porcelain dental crown and the tooth surface, it is less likely to form food impaction or plaque accumulation, thus reducing the risk of secondary caries. This can extend the lifespan of the porcelain dental crown.

3. Chewing habits: If patients prefer to chew softer foods rather than hard ones, the wear and tear on the porcelain dental crown will be less severe. In this case, the porcelain dental crown may last longer.