What a dental crown costs depends on three things
In Overland Park, the cost of a dental crown reflects the material, the complexity of the case, and whether it’s anterior (front) or posterior (back). We give you a written estimate at your free consultation.
Lower end: Standard porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crowns on posterior teeth.
Middle of the range: All-ceramic or zirconia crowns on most teeth.
Higher end: Premium materials, anterior aesthetics, or complex cases.
Crown material affects price and longevity
Porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM): Most common. Strong, looks natural. Sometimes shows a thin metal line at the gum over time. 10–15 years.
All-ceramic / E-max: Most natural-looking. Excellent for front teeth. Slightly less strong than PFM. 10–15 years.
Zirconia: Extremely strong. Good for back teeth and patients who clench/grind. Less translucent than E-max. 15–20+ years.
Gold: Longest-lasting. Highly biocompatible. Aesthetically obvious. 20–30+ years.
Insurance typically covers 50%
Most PPO plans classify crowns as major restorative at 50% coverage. So insurance typically pays about half of the cost of a crown, assuming you haven’t hit your annual max.
Strategic timing: if you need multiple crowns, splitting them between December and January maximizes two calendar-year benefits.
What will your dental care actually cost you?
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Why quotes vary so much from office to office
Low-end quotes: Often imported lab work, sometimes corners cut on shade matching or precision fit. May not last as long.
Middle of the range: Standard quality, US or premium international labs, well-fitting, properly designed bite.
High-end quotes: Premium materials, premium lab work, cosmetic-grade anterior aesthetics, sometimes additional consultation/design time.
At Love To Smile we use premium labs but keep pricing in the standard middle range.
Same-day crowns are possible, but not always better
Some offices offer same-day CEREC crowns. The upside is convenience. The downside is that same-day crowns are milled from a block of ceramic at the office, which may not match the artistic shade variation of lab-made crowns.
For posterior teeth where aesthetics are less critical, same-day crowns are great. For anterior aesthetics, traditional lab crowns usually look better.
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Financing options
0% in-house financing for qualified patients over 12–24 months.
CareCredit for 12–60 month financing at competitive rates.
Smile Club discounts for members, saves 15–20% on crowns.
FSA / HSA dollars can be applied to crowns and save another 22–37% in tax-equivalent dollars.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long do dental crowns last?
Typical crowns last 10–20 years depending on material and care. Zirconia and gold last longest (15–30 years). PFM and E-max typically 10–15 years.
Will my insurance cover a crown?
Most PPO plans cover crowns at 50% as major restorative procedures, subject to your annual maximum. We verify benefits before treatment and provide written estimates.
Can I avoid getting a crown?
Sometimes, for small cavities or fractures, fillings or onlays may be sufficient. For large fractures, decay, or root-canaled teeth, crowns are usually the right long-term call.
How long does it take to get a crown?
Traditional crowns: 2 visits over 2–3 weeks (prep + temporary, then final placement). Same-day CEREC crowns: single 2-hour visit.
Written by the team at Love To Smile Complete Family & Implant Dentistry, Overland Park, KS & Peculiar, MO. Last updated 2026.
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