How Much Does a Dental Crown Cost in Lagos? (2026 Complete Guide)

Dental Treatments
📅 June 11, 2026
⏱ 7 min read
By Dovers Dental Clinic, Lekki

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.

Ask Before You CommitAlways ask your dentist whether a crown is truly necessary or whether a large filling (inlay/onlay) might achieve the same result at lower cost. For teeth with less than 60–70% structural loss, a well-designed composite or ceramic onlay can be equally effective and more conservative.

The Crown Procedure: Step by Step

1. Tooth preparation — anaesthetised, shaped to receive the crown; impressions or digital scan taken
2. Temporary crown placed while permanent crown is fabricated (1–2 weeks in a dental lab)
3. 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.

Gum Health Around CrownsThe most common cause of crown failure in Lagos patients is decay developing at the margin where the crown meets the tooth — caused by inadequate cleaning at the gum line. Flossing beneath and around crowns is essential. Interdental brushes are more effective than floss alone for crown maintenance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does getting a crown hurt?

The preparation appointment is done under local anaesthesia. Some patients experience sensitivity on the temporary crown. The permanent crown placement appointment typically causes no discomfort. Post-cementation sensitivity resolves within a few days in most cases.

Can a crown fall off?

Temporarily cemented crowns can come loose. Permanently cemented crowns rarely fall off, but it can happen if the tooth underneath decays significantly, the cement fails, or the crown is subjected to excessive force. Call your dentist immediately if a crown comes loose — do not try to reattach it with household glue.

Is a crown the same as a cap?

Yes — “crown” and “cap” are used interchangeably by dentists and patients to refer to the same restoration. Some older patients in Nigeria prefer the term “cap.”

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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Visit our Dental Crowns & Bridges page to see full details, or book your appointment online — MDCN-licensed dentists in Lekki Phase 1. Same-day bookings available.

At Dovers Dental Clinic, fees are quoted before treatment begins so you can plan with confidence.

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Practical Tips You Can Use Today

While you wait for your appointment, keep meals less acidic, rinse with water after sugary drinks, and avoid aggressive scrubbing if your gums are sore. Use a soft brush and fluoride toothpaste twice daily. If you are in severe pain, swelling, or fever, treat it as urgent and contact an emergency dentist in Lagos rather than waiting.

What Happens at a Dovers Consultation

Your dentist reviews your history, examines your teeth and gums, and explains findings in plain language. You receive a clear plan and a quote before treatment. Many patients combine preventive care such as scaling and polishing with cosmetic or restorative options when appropriate.

FAQs for How Much Does a Dental Crown Cost in Lagos?

How soon should I book? If symptoms are getting worse, book within 24–48 hours. For routine concerns, schedule within the week so small problems do not become expensive ones.

Do you accept walk-ins? We try to accommodate urgent cases the same day when diaries allow. WhatsApp or call ahead so we can prepare for your visit.

Will I know the cost upfront? Yes. We quote before treatment. Preventive scaling starts from ₦40,000 and whitening from ₦50,000; other treatments are priced after examination.

Where are you located? Dovers Dental Clinic is in Lekki Phase 1 with free on-site parking. Patients visit from Ikate, Ajah, Sangotedo, Ikoyi, and Victoria Island.

Practical Tips You Can Use Today

While you wait for your appointment, keep meals less acidic, rinse with water after sugary drinks, and avoid aggressive scrubbing if your gums are sore. Use a soft brush and fluoride toothpaste twice daily. If you are in severe pain, swelling, or fever, treat it as urgent and contact an emergency dentist in Lagos rather than waiting.

What Happens at a Dovers Consultation

Your dentist reviews your history, examines your teeth and gums, and explains findings in plain language. You receive a clear plan and a quote before treatment. Many patients combine preventive care such as scaling and polishing with cosmetic or restorative options when appropriate.

FAQs for How Much Does a Dental Crown Cost in Lagos?

How soon should I book? If symptoms are getting worse, book within 24–48 hours. For routine concerns, schedule within the week so small problems do not become expensive ones.

Do you accept walk-ins? We try to accommodate urgent cases the same day when diaries allow. WhatsApp or call ahead so we can prepare for your visit.

Will I know the cost upfront? Yes. We quote before treatment. Preventive scaling starts from ₦40,000 and whitening from ₦50,000; other treatments are priced after examination.

Where are you located? Dovers Dental Clinic is in Lekki Phase 1 with free on-site parking. Patients visit from Ikate, Ajah, Sangotedo, Ikoyi, and Victoria Island.