How Much Does a Dental Crown Cost in Lagos? (2026 Complete Guide)
A dental crown is one of the most common restorative procedures performed at Lagos dental clinics — yet many patients are blindsided by the cost when they first enquire. This 2026 guide breaks down every variable, compares materials, and tells you exactly what to expect.
What Is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown is a cap that fits over a damaged, decayed, or root-canal-treated tooth, restoring its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Once cemented in place, the crown fully encases the visible portion of the tooth above the gum line. Crowns are among the most versatile restorations in dentistry — used to protect weak teeth, cover implants, anchor bridges, and improve aesthetics.
Dental Crown Cost in Lagos (2026)
| Crown Type | Material | Lagos Cost Range |
|---|---|---|
| Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal (PFM) | Metal core + porcelain | ₦80,000 – ₦180,000 |
| Full Porcelain / Ceramic | E-max / Zirconia | ₦150,000 – ₦300,000 |
| Zirconia (full contour) | Solid zirconia | ₦180,000 – ₦350,000 |
| Gold / Metal | Gold alloy | ₦200,000 – ₦450,000 |
| Temporary Crown | Acrylic / composite | ₦20,000 – ₦50,000 |
Prices reflect the crown alone. If a root canal is required before crown placement (common for severely damaged teeth), add ₦60,000–₦250,000 depending on the tooth. If a post and core build-up is needed, add ₦40,000–₦80,000.
Which Crown Material Is Best?
Zirconia is currently the gold standard for most patients in Lagos — it is extremely strong (can withstand molar forces), tooth-coloured, and does not have the dark metal line at the gum that older PFM crowns develop over time. For front teeth, full E-max porcelain offers slightly superior translucency and aesthetics.
PFM crowns are still common because they are less expensive, but the metal substructure can show as a grey shadow at the gum margin — especially as gums recede with age. They remain a solid functional choice for back teeth where aesthetics matter less.
Gold crowns have unmatched longevity (50+ years documented) and are gentle on opposing teeth, but are rarely chosen today for cosmetic reasons.
The Crown Procedure: Step by Step
- Tooth preparation — anaesthetised, shaped to receive the crown; impressions or digital scan taken
- Temporary crown placed while permanent crown is fabricated (1–2 weeks in a dental lab)
- Permanent crown tried in, adjusted for bite and shade, then cemented permanently
How Long Do Dental Crowns Last in Lagos?
Ceramic and zirconia crowns typically last 10–20 years with proper care. Gold crowns can last a lifetime. Factors that shorten crown life include teeth grinding (bruxism), poor gum health around the crown margin, biting nails or ice, and inadequate oral hygiene at the crown-gum interface — the junction where decay can silently recur.
Need a Crown? Get an Honest Quote First
At Dovers Dental, Lekki Phase 1, we use high-quality zirconia and E-max systems and give you a written treatment plan before anything starts. Book your assessment today.
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