How much does it cost to cover a tooth?

How much does it cost to cover a tooth?

In recent years, as people pay more and more attention to oral health, the demand for dental restoration and beauty is also growing. Covering a tooth (i.e. crown restoration) is one of the common ways to repair teeth, but the price varies greatly depending on the material, region and hospital level. This article will combine the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the cost and related information of a tooth replacement.

1. Common materials and price comparison for dental crown restoration

There are a variety of materials for dental crown restorations, and the properties and prices of different materials vary. The following are the mainstream dental crown materials currently on the market and their price ranges:

2. Main factors affecting the price of dental crowns

In addition to the choice of material, the following factors will also affect the cost of wrapping a tooth:

1.Regional differences: Dental clinic fees in first-tier cities are usually higher than those in second- and third-tier cities. For example, the price of all-ceramic teeth in Beijing and Shanghai may be 20%-30% higher than that in small and medium-sized cities.

2.Hospital grade: The charges in public tertiary hospitals are usually higher than those in ordinary private clinics, but some high-end private clinics may also charge higher.

3.Doctor qualification: Experienced specialists or professor-level doctors usually charge more than ordinary doctors.

4.additional treatment: If the tooth requires pre-treatment such as root canal treatment and piling, the cost will further increase.

3. Recent hot topics: The impact of centralized purchasing of dental implants on the price of dental crowns

Recently, the centralized procurement policy for dental implants launched by the National Medical Insurance Administration has become a hot topic in the field of oral medicine. Although centralized purchasing is mainly aimed at dental implants, industry insiders analyze that this policy may indirectly drive the price of dental crowns down. The price of dental crown materials has been slightly reduced in some areas, and it is expected that market competition will further lower the overall cost in the future.

4. How to choose the dental crown that suits you?

1.Front teeth restoration: It is recommended to choose all-ceramic teeth or zirconium dioxide all-ceramic teeth because they have better aesthetics.

2.Back teeth restoration: Metal porcelain teeth can be selected, taking into account both strength and economy.

3.Limited budget: Resin teeth or ordinary metal porcelain teeth are good choices, but please note that the service life is short.

4.Allergy: It is recommended to avoid metal porcelain teeth containing nickel and give priority to all-ceramic materials.

5. Things to note

1. Choose regular medical institutions and avoid accepting non-standard diagnosis and treatment services due to the temptation of low prices.

2. After dental crown restoration, you need to pay attention to oral hygiene and conduct regular check-ups.

3. Some medical insurance projects can reimburse the cost of basic materials, but cosmetic repairs are usually not within the scope of reimbursement.

4. Recently, the "fixed price" marketing model has appeared in many places. Please read the terms carefully to avoid hidden consumption.

In short, the price of a tooth replacement is affected by many factors. It is recommended to choose an appropriate restoration plan based on your own needs and economic conditions. At the same time, paying attention to policy dynamics and market changes will help to obtain more cost-effective diagnosis and treatment services at the right time.