How much do zirconia crowns cost in Turkey?

Published prices are typically £165–£175 per zirconia crown in Turkey, compared with £550–£1,100 privately in the UK and £700–£1,400 in London. A full set of crowns is priced per tooth, so always check how many teeth are included and why each one needs a crown.

Is zirconium the same as zirconia?

Yes. In the UK people often say “zirconium crowns”, but the material is zirconia (zirconium dioxide), a strong, tooth-coloured ceramic.

How long do zirconia crowns last?

Zirconia crowns commonly last 10–15 years or more with good care. How long yours last depends on the fit, your bite, whether you grind your teeth, and how well you look after your gums.

Do my teeth need to be filed down for crowns?

Yes. A crown covers the whole tooth, so the tooth is reduced on every side to make room for it, and that can't be undone. This is why crowns should be used for teeth that need them, not as a cosmetic shortcut on healthy teeth.

Can I have crowns on implants?

Yes. Zirconia is a common choice for crowns on top of implants, and most implant quotes include the crown. Check whether your quote does.

How many trips do crowns take?

Usually one trip of about 5–7 days. Teeth are prepared and scanned, you wear temporary crowns while the lab makes the final ones, and they're fitted and adjusted before you fly home.

Zirconia Crowns in Turkey: Cost per Tooth, When You Need Them, and When You Don't

What zirconia crowns are

A crown is a cap that covers the whole of a tooth. Zirconia is a very strong, tooth-coloured ceramic, so zirconia crowns can be used on back teeth that take a lot of force as well as on front teeth. They’re also widely used on top of dental implants.

When you need a crown, and when you don't

A crown usually makes sense for

A broken or cracked tooth
A tooth with a very large filling
A root-treated back tooth
The top of a dental implant

Usually not needed for

Healthy teeth you'd like whiter
Small chips or gaps
Slightly uneven front teeth
A whole-mouth makeover on healthy teeth

Crowns on healthy teeth are where most problems start

Filing down healthy teeth for crowns can lead to sensitivity, nerve damage and root canal treatment later. For cosmetic changes, ask why veneers or bonding wouldn’t work, and get the answer in writing.

Zirconia crowns cost in Turkey, per tooth

Typical dental treatment prices, UK private versus Turkey
Treatment	UK	Turkey
Zirconia crown, per tooth	£550–£1,100	£165–£175~80% less
Porcelain / e.max veneer, per tooth	£500–£1,200	£210–£280~70% less
Single implant with crown	£2,000–£3,500	£400–£1,100~75% less

Zirconia crown, per tooth
UK£550–£1,100
Turkey£165–£175~80% less
Porcelain / e.max veneer, per tooth
UK£500–£1,200
Turkey£210–£280~70% less
Single implant with crown
UK£2,000–£3,500
Turkey£400–£1,100~75% less

Typical published ranges, October 2026. UK prices are private dentist fees. Savings compare the middle of each range. Turkey prices are clinic “from” prices and may not include grafting or extractions. Your quote will.

For comparison, NHS Band 3 in England is currently £332.10 and covers crowns, but usually in metal or more limited materials. A quote from Turkey should list the number of crowns, the material, the lab, temporary crowns, and any root canal or core build-up work needed first.

Zirconia vs other crowns

ZirconiaVery strong, good for back teeth and implants. Modern layered zirconia looks natural at the front too.

e.max (lithium disilicate)Very natural-looking and translucent. Often chosen for front teeth; slightly less strong than zirconia.

Porcelain fused to metalOlder, cheaper option. Strong, but can show a dark line at the gum over time.

One trip of about 5–7 days

One trip

Days 1–2: consultation, X-rays, tooth preparation and scans. Days 3–5: the lab makes your crowns while you wear temporaries. Days 5–7: fitting, bite adjustments and a final check before you fly home.

If a tooth needs root canal treatment first, that may add a day or two. Your plan should say so up front.

Questions to ask any clinic

Why does each of these teeth need a crown rather than a veneer, bonding or nothing?
Which material, and which lab makes the crowns?
Will any teeth need root canal treatment first, and is it included?
What's the warranty, and what happens if a crown cracks or comes loose?
Will I get my X-rays and treatment notes before I fly home?

This is what we do for you

We ask every clinic these questions, including why each tooth needs a crown, and put the answers side by side for you before you decide anything.

Questions people ask about zirconia crowns in Turkey

Sources

This guide is general information, not a substitute for advice from a dentist who has examined you.

Veneers in TurkeyFor cosmetic changes on healthy teeth.Turkey teeth explainedWhy crowns vs veneers matters so much.Dental implantsFor missing teeth, with a crown on top.Aftercare in the UKWhat UK dentists will do, and what to bring home.Veneers vs crownsHow much tooth each removes, and when each is right.How much Turkey teeth costUK vs Turkey prices in GBP, and what a quote includes.