How Much Does a Dental Crown Cost Without Insurance?

What a Crown Actually Costs

Without insurance in Huntington Beach, dental crown costs break down as follows. Porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns cost $800 to $1,100 and offer a balance of strength and aesthetics. All-porcelain or all-ceramic crowns cost $800 to $1,200 and provide the best aesthetics for front teeth. Zirconia crowns cost $1,000 to $1,500 and offer the highest strength with excellent aesthetics, ideal for molars.

Ways to Lower the Price

Same-day CEREC crowns cost $1,000 to $1,500 and are milled in-office during a single appointment. With PPO dental insurance, crowns are typically covered at 50 percent under major restorative benefits, reducing out-of-pocket cost to $400 to $750. Many practices offer dental membership plans at $250 to $400 per year that include discounts on crowns. CareCredit financing provides 0 percent APR for 6 to 24 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a dental crown without insurance?

Typically $800 to $1,500 per tooth, depending on the material and your area, with coastal California on the higher end.

Does insurance cover crowns?

Most plans cover about 50 percent of a crown when it is medically necessary, subject to your annual maximum and any waiting period.

Which crown material lasts longest?

Zirconia and gold are the most durable. All-porcelain looks the most natural on front teeth but is somewhat less strong.

Finding a Dentist in Huntington Beach

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