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Dental crowns are common, but crown pricing is rarely “one fixed number”. In Antalya, Turkey, the final cost depends on the crown material (zirconia vs E-Max) and the tooth’s starting condition (whether you need a build-up, post/core, root canal treatment, gum contouring, or bite protection). This guide explains what changes the price, what zirconia and E-Max realistically do differently, and provides an itemised breakdown using Lara Smile’s published price list.
1- What is a dental crown (and when is it needed)?
A crown is a custom restoration that covers a reshaped tooth to improve strength, function, and appearance—commonly used when a tooth is heavily filled, cracked, weakened by decay, or after root canal treatment. 
Typical indications:
• Large fillings with limited remaining tooth structure
• Cracks/fractures (case-dependent)
• Significant wear (including bruxism-related wear)
• Aesthetic correction when other options are unsuitable
Clinical note: A crown often requires some tooth reduction; if the tooth is structurally compromised, you may also need core build-up and sometimes post/core support (case-dependent).
Durability and Longevity: With appropriate daily care and routine dental follow-ups, implants are designed to remain comfortable, functional and stable as a long-term part of oral health.
2- Zirconia crowns (what you’re paying for)
Zirconia is a high-strength ceramic commonly chosen when:
The tooth is under heavy bite forces (often posterior teeth)
Durability is prioritised (e.g., clenching/grinding)
You want a tooth-coloured material without metal
Evidence and realistic expectations:
Clinical studies and reviews commonly evaluate zirconia crowns as durable options; outcomes depend strongly on preparation design, cementation, bite, and follow-up.
In Lara Smile’s own crown guidance, zirconia and E-Max are positioned as preferred porcelain crown options in their clinic (Antalya).
3- E-Max crowns (what you’re paying for)
E-Max is a lithium disilicate glass-ceramic commonly chosen when:
Aesthetics/translucency is a priority (often front teeth)
You want a highly natural “enamel-like” appearance
The clinical situation is suitable for lithium disilicate
Manufacturer documentation (Ivoclar) describes IPS e.max CAD as a lithium disilicate material designed for CAD/CAM workflows, with translucency options tailored to indication.
Evidence and realistic expectations:
Systematic reviews comparing lithium disilicate and zirconia crowns focus on clinical performance; outcomes vary by study design, follow-up time, and indication (anterior vs posterior).
4- What drives the total cost (the crown “price formula”)
A crown quote becomes clear when it’s itemised:
Total crown cost = Crown fee + (only if needed) add-ons
Common add-ons that change totals:
Post / core build-up (if the tooth needs reinforcement)
Root canal treatment (priced per root in Lara Smile’s list)
Gum contouring (when clinically or aesthetically indicated)
CT / 3D X-ray (when clinically needed)
Night guard (if you grind/clench and you want to protect the crown)
5- Antalya crown prices (Lara Smile): zirconia vs E-Max (2026 breakdown)
Lara Smile publishes a clear crown price section in its official price list:
Lara Smile published crown prices (from)
Zirconium Crown (Standard): from £150
Zirconium Crown (German Brand): from £180
E-Max Crown: from £250
Add-ons shown on the same published list (examples)
Post / Core Build-Up: from £95
Root canal (per root): from £80
CT / 3D X-ray: from £50
Night guard: from £50
Example totals (illustrative, not a diagnosis)
These examples use published “from” prices and show how totals move.
Example A — crown-only (straightforward case)
Zirconia (Standard): from £150
E-Max: from £250
What can change this: root canal needs, post/core needs, bite issues, imaging.
Example B — crown + post/core (if needed)
Zirconia (Standard) £150 + Post/Core £95 → from £245
E-Max £250 + Post/Core £95 → from £345
Example C — crown + root canal (if needed)
Root canals are listed per root, so totals depend on tooth anatomy.
Crown (zirconia or E-Max) + (root canal per root) from £80 per root
CTA (pricing transparency): For the cleanest comparison, request an itemised plan: crown material + whether you need root canal, post/core, imaging, and a bite-protection plan.
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Price list: Lara Smile Price List
6- Turkey vs UK: NHS Band 3 and private fees (why patients compare)
NHS (England): Crowns fall under Band 3. NHS sources list the current Band 3 charge in England as £326.70.
(Charges differ in the devolved nations; NHSBSA provides current charge guidance.)
UK private pricing: Private crown fees vary widely. Bupa’s published practice price lists show examples such as:
Private crown from £560 (metal crown example)
Porcelain-bonded crown examples around £1,005–£1,025 in some practice lists
What this means in practice: UK patients often compare Turkey vs UK not only on price, but on speed, scheduling, lab workflow, and overall service logistics—but clinical suitability and aftercare planning remain the deciding factors.
Real Patient Testimonials
Emma, Years 64, City London
I was quoted £15,000 in the UK. At Lara Smile, I got it all done for a third of the price plus a holiday!
Bernd, Years 59, City Berlin
I couldn’t chew properly for years. After All on 6, I eat steak again and feel 20 years younger.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Pricing depends on brand, clinic, included components (abutment/crown), and whether additional procedures are required. Premium brands such as Straumann and Nobel Biocare are often priced higher.
Both are top-tier. The right choice depends on bone anatomy, restorative plan (especially full-arch), and clinician preference. A clinical examination and CBCT imaging are the correct basis for selection.
Once healing is complete, implants are designed to feel comfortable and function similarly to natural teeth during everyday activities such as eating and speaking.
With good oral hygiene, appropriate bite management and routine check-ups, implants can last many years. Longevity varies with systemic health, smoking status, gum health and maintenance.