Dental crown cost in Dubai
Questions about your own case? Ask Dr. Alisa Kouznetsova, our featured dentist at Dr. Michael Dental Clinic, Jumeirah, DubaiUpdated October 2026
Typical price in Dubai
AED 1,500 – 4,000
per tooth
A dental crown typically costs AED 1,500 to 4,000 per tooth in Dubai, based on published clinic prices. Porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns sit at the lower end and all-ceramic crowns such as zirconia or lithium disilicate at the upper end. Confirm whether the core build-up and temporary crown are included.
Hand-finished lithium disilicate or layered zirconia crowns from a high-end lab, made for front teeth by an aesthetic or prosthodontic specialist, can reach AED 4,000 to 5,500.
What the price is made of
| Item | Dubai |
|---|---|
| Porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crown | AED 1,200 – 2,500 |
| Full zirconia crown | AED 1,800 – 3,500 |
| Lithium disilicate (e.g. e.max) crown | AED 2,000 – 4,000 |
| Same-day milled ceramic crown | AED 1,800 – 3,500 |
| Core build-up | AED 400 – 1,000 |
What changes the price
- Material: metal-ceramic, monolithic zirconia and lithium disilicate differ in cost, strength and appearance.
- Lab quality and whether the crown is hand-characterised to match neighbouring teeth.
- Whether the tooth needs a root canal or build-up first.
- Front teeth often cost more because shade matching takes extra time.
- Partial crowns or onlays, which preserve more tooth, are sometimes priced similarly to full crowns.
Does insurance cover it?
Crowns are classed as prosthetic or major restorative work by many UAE plans. Some cover them at 50 to 80 percent within the dental limit after pre-approval; basic plans often exclude them entirely. Cosmetic crowns on healthy teeth are not covered.
Find dentists by insurance providerHow to pay less without cutting corners
- Ask whether a partial crown or onlay is possible; it keeps more natural tooth and may cost less.
- Monolithic zirconia is strong and often cheaper than layered ceramics for back teeth.
- Get pre-approval and ask whether your plan reimburses a fixed amount per crown.
- Fix cracked or heavily filled teeth before they split, which can turn a crown into an extraction and implant.
Prices published by clinics in Dubai
Taken from each clinic's own website, with a link to the page. Single figures are usually “from” prices.
| Calcium Clinic (Br Of Al Zafaran Medical Center LLC) | AED 299 – 649clinic's price page |
|---|---|
| Puremed Medical Center L.L.CAl Thanyah First | from AED 299clinic's price page |
| Calcium Clinic (Br Of Al Zafaran Medical Center LLC) | AED 449 – 1,098clinic's price page |
| Best Dentist LLCAl Rigga | from AED 599clinic's price page |
| Smile Essentials Dental Clinic L.L.CAl Karama | from AED 699clinic's price page |
| Al Wasl Aesthetic Poly ClinicUm Suqaim First | from AED 1,000clinic's price page |
| Balsam Al Shifaa Dental Clinic L.L.CAl Rigga | from AED 1,310clinic's price page |
| Sonrisa Dental Clinic L.L.CAl Barsha South Fourth | AED 2,000 – 5,000clinic's price page |
| Dentaldate Tmj Institute Dental Clinic L.L.CAl Wasl | from AED 3,500clinic's price page |
| Dr Sobczak Dental ClinicBusiness Bay | from AED 4,200clinic's price page |
| Dr Sobczak Dental ClinicBusiness Bay | from AED 5,500clinic's price page |
| Pretty Smile Dental Clinic L.L.CTrade Center First | from AED 10,000clinic's price page |
Dentists offering dental crown in Dubai
Alisa Kouznetsova
General Dentistry
Dr. Michael Dental Clinic LLC, Jumeirah Second, Dubai
SpeaksEnglish, German, Russian
Hanadi Sarour
General Dentistry
Imed Dental Clinic, Al Barsha First, Dubai
SpeaksArabic, English
Shamim Riahi
General Dentistry
Bright Look Medical Center LLC, Dubai
SpeaksPersian, English
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest crown in Dubai?
Porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns are usually the least expensive at about AED 1,200 to 2,500. Full metal crowns are rarely offered now.
Zirconia or e.max: which is better?
Zirconia is very strong and suits back teeth and people who grind. Lithium disilicate is more translucent and often preferred for front teeth. Your dentist should advise based on your bite and the space available.
How long does a crown last?
Commonly 10 to 15 years or more with good hygiene and regular check-ups. Grinding, decay at the margins and gum disease shorten that.
Is a crown covered by insurance?
Sometimes, partially, with pre-approval. Check whether your plan lists crowns under basic or major dental.
Prices are typical ranges from published clinic price lists (October 2026), not quotes. Always confirm the price and what it includes with the clinic.