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Dental crown cost in North Texas

A crown is a cap that covers a damaged, weak or root-canal-treated tooth to restore its shape and strength.

Participating practices: Sonría Dentista of Arlington, Sonría Dentista of Grand Prairie, Sonría Dentista of Commerce and Sonría Dentista of Paris.

How will you pay?

Prices at participating practices

Dental fees differ from one practice to the next. Each price below was set by that practice for that location. It is not a standard, average or typical price for crown elsewhere. Where a practice has no public price, you can request an estimate from it.

Sonría Dentista of Arlington

Sonría DentistaAffiliated with MyDentalPrice

2024 Baird Farm Rd, Suite 100, Arlington, TX 76006

From $999

Starting price · Porcelain or zirconia crown, per tooth

Verified Nov 3, 2026

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Dental crown at Sonría Dentista of ArlingtonSet by Sonría Dentista for its Arlington location. Other practices set their own prices.Cash prices for patients paying without insurance unless marked otherwise. Using insurance, or Medicaid or CHIP where accepted? The office verifies your coverage and confirms your cost.
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Porcelain or zirconia crown, per toothVerified by the practice Nov 3, 2026From $999Starting price
  • Starting price: The lowest price for the simplest case at this practice. Your price may be higher after an exam.

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Request estimateRequest appointmentCall (682) 284-1120

Sonría Dentista of Grand Prairie

Sonría DentistaAffiliated with MyDentalPrice

325 W Westchester Pkwy, Suite 300, Grand Prairie, TX 75052

From $999

Starting price · Porcelain or zirconia crown, per tooth

Verified Nov 3, 2026

Dental implantsDenturesExtractionsEmergency dental careMedicaid and CHIP, subject to verification
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Dental crown at Sonría Dentista of Grand PrairieSet by Sonría Dentista for its Grand Prairie location. Other practices set their own prices.Cash prices for patients paying without insurance unless marked otherwise. Using insurance, or Medicaid or CHIP where accepted? The office verifies your coverage and confirms your cost.
ServicePrice
Porcelain or zirconia crown, per toothVerified by the practice Nov 3, 2026From $999Starting price
  • Starting price: The lowest price for the simplest case at this practice. Your price may be higher after an exam.

Not a quote. Your dentist confirms your cost after an exam. How we show prices

Request estimateRequest appointmentCall (972) 262-5593

Sonría Dentista of Commerce

Sonría DentistaAffiliated with MyDentalPrice

2210 Live Oak St, Suite C, Commerce, TX 75428

From $999

Starting price · Porcelain or zirconia crown, per tooth

Verified Nov 3, 2026

Dental implantsDenturesExtractionsEmergency dental careBraces and orthodonticsInvisalignMedicaid and CHIP, subject to verification
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Dental crown at Sonría Dentista of CommerceSet by Sonría Dentista for its Commerce location. Other practices set their own prices.Cash prices for patients paying without insurance unless marked otherwise. Using insurance, or Medicaid or CHIP where accepted? The office verifies your coverage and confirms your cost.
ServicePrice
Porcelain or zirconia crown, per toothVerified by the practice Nov 3, 2026From $999Starting price
  • Starting price: The lowest price for the simplest case at this practice. Your price may be higher after an exam.

Not a quote. Your dentist confirms your cost after an exam. How we show prices

Request estimateRequest appointmentCall (903) 246-4424

Sonría Dentista of Paris

Sonría DentistaAffiliated with MyDentalPrice

707 Lamar Ave, Suite L, Paris, TX 75460

From $999

Starting price · Porcelain or zirconia crown, per tooth

Verified Nov 3, 2026

Dental implantsDenturesExtractionsEmergency dental careBraces and orthodonticsInvisalignTMJ and facial pain
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Dental crown at Sonría Dentista of ParisSet by Sonría Dentista for its Paris location. Other practices set their own prices.Cash prices for patients paying without insurance unless marked otherwise. Using insurance, or Medicaid or CHIP where accepted? The office verifies your coverage and confirms your cost.
ServicePrice
Porcelain or zirconia crown, per toothVerified by the practice Nov 3, 2026From $999Starting price
  • Starting price: The lowest price for the simplest case at this practice. Your price may be higher after an exam.

Not a quote. Your dentist confirms your cost after an exam. How we show prices

Request estimateRequest appointmentCall (903) 609-0567

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What the treatment is

A crown covers the entire visible part of a tooth. The tooth is shaped, an impression or digital scan is taken, and a crown is made to fit over it. A temporary crown is usually worn until the final one is ready, unless the office mills crowns the same day.

Crowns can be made of ceramic (including zirconia and lithium disilicate), porcelain fused to metal, or metal alloys such as gold. Each has trade-offs in strength, appearance, how much tooth must be removed, and cost.

Before a crown, a tooth that is missing a lot of structure may need a core build-up, and a root-canal-treated tooth sometimes needs a post to help hold the build-up. These are separate procedures with their own fees.

Why it may be recommended

  • A large cavity or failing filling where too little tooth is left for another filling.
  • A cracked tooth, to hold it together and reduce the chance of it splitting.
  • Most back teeth after a root canal, which can become brittle.
  • To restore a dental implant or to anchor a bridge.
  • Severe wear, or to change the shape or color of a tooth when other options will not work.

Treatment types and variations

Tap a type to see when it is used and what to weigh. Your dentist recommends options after examining you.

Crown materials

No crown material is best for every tooth. Your dentist weighs where the tooth is, how much space there is, your bite, grinding habits and appearance.

Monolithic (solid) zirconiaMilled from one block of zirconia, a very strong ceramic. Often used on back teeth and for people who grind.
Often used for
Molars, limited space, heavy bite forces.
Things to weigh
Less translucent than layered ceramics, though newer zirconias look more natural. It can be hard to adjust or remove.
Codes to ask about
D2740
Layered zirconiaA zirconia core with porcelain layered on top for more natural color and translucency.
Often used for
Visible teeth where both strength and appearance matter.
Things to weigh
The outer porcelain layer can chip.
Codes to ask about
D2740
Lithium disilicate (for example e.max)A glass-ceramic that is strong and translucent and can be bonded to the tooth.
Often used for
Front teeth and premolars where appearance is a priority.
Things to weigh
Generally not as strong as zirconia in very heavy bites or long bridges.
Codes to ask about
D2740
Other ceramicsFeldspathic porcelain, leucite-reinforced and hybrid ceramics, often used for veneers or highly esthetic crowns.
Things to weigh
Strength varies widely by material.
Codes to ask about
D2740
Porcelain fused to metal (PFM)Porcelain baked over a metal shell. Used for decades with a long track record.
Things to weigh
A dark line can show at the gumline if gums recede, and the porcelain can chip. Fees vary with the metal (high noble, noble or base metal).
Codes to ask about
D2750, D2751, D2752
Full-cast gold or metalSolid metal crown, usually a gold alloy.
Often used for
Back teeth, heavy grinders, when little tooth can be removed.
Things to weigh
Not tooth-colored. Gold prices affect the fee.
Codes to ask about
D2790, D2791, D2792
TitaniumA metal crown option some offices offer.
Codes to ask about
D2794
Lab-processed resinLower-cost tooth-colored crown that wears faster; sometimes used as a long-term temporary.
Codes to ask about
D2710

Foundations under the crown

Core build-upFilling material placed to replace missing tooth structure so the crown has enough to hold onto. Not every crown needs one.
Codes to ask about
D2950
Prefabricated post and coreA ready-made post placed into a root-canal-treated tooth, with a build-up around it.
Codes to ask about
D2954
Cast post and coreA custom post and core made by a lab.
Codes to ask about
D2952

Temporary and same-day crowns

Temporary crownProtects the tooth between visits. Usually part of the crown fee.
Interim crown for longer periodsWorn for an extended time when the final crown must wait, for example during healing. Can be billed separately.
Codes to ask about
D2799
Same-day milled crownDesigned and milled in the office, usually from ceramic, in one visit.

Materials and techniques

Strength and thickness
Stronger materials can sometimes be made thinner, which may mean less tooth reduction. Your dentist chooses a thickness the material needs to resist breaking.
Appearance
Translucent ceramics tend to look most natural on front teeth. Solid zirconia and metal prioritize strength.
Cementing or bonding
Some ceramics are bonded with resin cement, which needs a dry field; others can be cemented conventionally.
Metal type
PFM and cast crowns are billed by metal class: high noble (high gold or palladium content), noble, or predominantly base metal.

Benefits, limitations and possible risks

Benefits

  • Protects and strengthens a weakened or cracked tooth.
  • Restores chewing function and shape.
  • Tooth-colored options can improve appearance.
  • Lets you keep a natural tooth instead of extracting it.

Limitations

  • Requires removing tooth structure, which cannot be undone.
  • Usually two visits unless crowns are milled in the office.
  • The edge of the crown can develop decay if plaque builds up there.
  • Crowns are not permanent; they may need replacement over the years.

Possible risks

  • Sensitivity after the tooth is prepared, usually temporary.
  • The nerve of a heavily restored tooth may become inflamed and need a root canal later.
  • Porcelain can chip; ceramic crowns can crack.
  • A temporary crown can come loose; keep it in place and call the office.
  • Some people are sensitive to certain metals; tell your dentist about any allergies.

What happens during treatment

  1. 1

    Exam and X-rays

    To check the nerve, the root and the gums around the tooth.

  2. 2

    Build-up if needed

    Missing structure is rebuilt; a post may be placed in a root-canal-treated tooth.

  3. 3

    Shaping

    The tooth is reduced to make room for the crown.

  4. 4

    Impression or scan

    Taken to make the crown. The shade is selected.

  5. 5

    Temporary

    A temporary crown protects the tooth while the lab makes the final crown.

  6. 6

    Fitting

    The final crown is checked for fit, contacts, bite and color, then cemented or bonded.

Recovery and maintenance

  • Mild gum soreness and sensitivity are common for a few days.
  • With a temporary, avoid sticky and hard foods and floss by sliding the floss out sideways.
  • Clean around the crown edge carefully and keep regular checkups.
  • If you grind your teeth, a night guard may help protect the crown.

What affects the cost

Material
Zirconia, lithium disilicate, PFM and gold crowns have different lab and material costs. Gold prices change with the market.
Build-up or post
A core build-up or post and core is often a separate fee.
Lab or in-office milling
Outside lab fees and in-office milling costs differ.
Esthetic demands
Custom shading or layered ceramics for front teeth can cost more.
Other treatment first
A root canal, gum treatment or crown lengthening may be needed before the crown.

Common additional charges

These are billed separately at many offices. Not every patient needs them.

Core build-upCommon when a large filling or decay is removed.
Post and coreFor some root-canal-treated teeth.
Root canalIf the nerve is infected or inflamed.
Crown lengtheningGum or bone reshaping when the break or decay is below the gumline.
Long-term interim crownWhen the final crown must wait for healing.
Re-cementingIf a crown comes off later.

Procedure fee or total case cost?

A crown fee usually covers the preparation, temporary and final crown for one tooth. The total for that tooth can also include an exam, X-rays, a build-up, a post, a root canal or gum treatment. Ask for the total for the tooth, not only the crown.

Paying with insurance, without insurance, or with Medicaid/CHIP

With insurance

Most plans cover crowns as a major service, often around half after the deductible, with replacement limits.

Without insurance

Without insurance you pay the office's fee for the crown and any build-up.

Medicaid and CHIP

Texas Medicaid and CHIP may cover certain crowns for eligible children when medically necessary. The office verifies eligibility.

Accepted at Arlington, Grand Prairie, and Commerce, subject to eligibility and plan verification.

Alternative treatments

Alternatives depend on your teeth and health. Ask your dentist to explain the trade-offs of each option, including doing nothing.

Onlay
Covers only the weakened cusps and can preserve more tooth.
Large filling
Lower cost, but may not protect a cracked or heavily filled tooth.
Extraction and replacement
Removing the tooth and replacing it with an implant, bridge or partial denture, usually at a higher total cost.

Codes to ask your insurer about

Insurers price treatment by ADA CDT procedure code. The office confirms the exact code for your treatment; labels here are plain-English summaries.

D2740Crown, porcelain or ceramic (includes zirconia and lithium disilicate)
D2750Crown, porcelain fused to high noble metal
D2751Crown, porcelain fused to predominantly base metal
D2752Crown, porcelain fused to noble metal
D2790Crown, full cast high noble metal (for example gold)
D2791Crown, full cast predominantly base metal
D2792Crown, full cast noble metal
D2794Crown, titanium
D2710Crown, resin-based composite (indirect)
D2950Core build-up, including any pins
D2954Prefabricated post and core
D2952Post and core, custom cast
D2799Interim crown, for extended use
D2920Re-cement or re-bond crown

Questions to ask your dentist

  • Which crown material do you recommend for this tooth, and why?
  • Do I need a build-up or a post first? Is it included?
  • Is the crown made in a lab or milled here? How many visits?
  • If the tooth had a root canal, is it strong enough for a crown?
  • What is the total for this tooth, including everything you expect?

Frequently asked questions

How much does a crown cost?

It depends on the material, the lab, and whether a build-up or post is needed. Prices on these pages are labeled as starting prices or require an exam, and your dentist confirms your cost.

Is zirconia better than porcelain?

Neither is better for every tooth. Zirconia is very strong and often used on back teeth; lithium disilicate and layered ceramics often look more natural on front teeth. Your dentist considers your bite, the tooth and your goals.

Why was I charged for a build-up?

A build-up replaces missing tooth structure so the crown has a solid foundation. It is a separate procedure in insurance coding and is not needed for every crown.

How long does a crown last?

Crowns often last many years, but there is no fixed lifespan. Grinding, decay at the edge, gum health and the material all play a role.

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