Dental Crown Cost in Singapore: Types, Prices and Subsidies

A dental crown in Singapore starts from around $800, with the final cost depending on the crown material, the tooth being restored, and any subsidies you are eligible for. Recent changes to CHAS and Medisave mean crowns are now more affordable for many patients, especially seniors.

A crown, sometimes called a cap, covers a damaged tooth to restore its strength, shape and appearance. It is one of the more common restorative treatments, and also one where the price varies a lot depending on the material. This guide explains what a crown is, the types available, what they cost at Caring Dental, and which subsidies can bring the cost down.

What a Dental Crown Is and When You Need One

A crown is a custom-made cover that fits over the whole visible part of a tooth. Once cemented in place, it takes over the job of the natural tooth, letting you bite and chew normally while protecting what is underneath.

Your dentist may recommend a crown when a tooth is:

• Heavily decayed or broken, with too little healthy tooth left for a filling to hold
• Cracked, or worn down enough to be at risk of breaking
• Treated with a root canal, which can leave the tooth more brittle and in need of protection
• Being used to anchor a bridge that replaces a missing tooth

Crowns matter because tooth damage is common. The 2019 National Adult Oral Health Survey found that 34.8% of Singapore adults had untreated tooth decay, and decay left long enough often reaches the point where a filling is no longer enough.

Types of Dental Crowns

Crowns are made from different materials, and the choice affects both the look and the price.

Metal and metal-ceramic crowns

Crowns can be made with a metal base, sometimes covered with a tooth-coloured ceramic layer (a porcelain-fused-to-metal crown). They are strong and hard-wearing, which makes them a practical choice for back teeth that take heavy chewing forces. They tend to sit at the lower end of the price range.

All-ceramic and porcelain crowns

All-ceramic crowns have no metal and can be matched closely to the colour of your natural teeth, which is why they are often chosen for front teeth where appearance matters most.

Zirconia crowns

Zirconia is a tooth-coloured ceramic that is both strong and natural-looking, so it works for front and back teeth. It usually sits at the higher end of the range.

Your dentist will talk through which material suits the tooth in question, your bite and your budget. There is no single right answer for everyone.

Dental Crown Cost at Caring Dental

At Caring Dental, crowns start from $800. Where your crown falls in the range depends mainly on the material, with metal-based crowns generally costing less than all-ceramic or zirconia ones, and on the specific tooth being treated.

Because the material choice makes such a difference, the clearest way to get an accurate figure is a short assessment. Your dentist can then recommend a suitable material and give you a quote before any work begins.

Subsidies for Crowns: CHAS and Flexi-MediSave

Two schemes can reduce the cost of a crown, and both changed recently in patients’ favour.

CHAS. Community Health Assist Scheme cardholders can receive a subsidy towards permanent crowns. From 1 October 2025, the Ministry of Health (2025) raised the subsidy limits for several restorative procedures, permanent crowns among them. You bring your CHAS card to the clinic and the subsidy is applied at the counter; the exact amount depends on your card tier.

Flexi-MediSave for seniors. From mid-2026, seniors aged 60 and above can use Flexi-MediSave, up to $400 a year, towards non-surgical restorative treatments including crowns, covering the portion not met by CHAS (Ministry of Health, 2026). This is a meaningful change, because a standard crown is a non-surgical procedure and so was not previously claimable under Medisave.

For how the wider subsidy schemes work, see our Medisave dental guide and our CHAS dental subsidies guide. Our front desk can check what you are eligible for before treatment.

How Getting a Crown Works

A conventional crown usually takes two visits. At the first visit, the dentist shapes the tooth so the crown can fit over it and takes an impression, which is sent to a dental laboratory. You leave with a temporary crown protecting the tooth in the meantime.

At the second visit, usually a couple of weeks later, the temporary crown comes off and the permanent one is checked for fit, colour and bite before being cemented in place. Local anaesthesia is used where needed, so you should feel pressure rather than pain.

A crown can last many years with good care, though this depends on the material and how well you look after it. Brushing twice a day, cleaning between your teeth, and keeping up regular check-ups all help.

Getting a Crown at Caring Dental

Crowns and bridges are available at all four Caring Dental clinics, in Punggol, Sengkang, Anchorvale and Woodlands, open seven days a week (closed on public holidays).

• Punggol: Blk 665A Punggol Drive #01-02 · 6481 6833
• Sengkang: Blk 473A Fernvale Street #01-01 · 6634 6689
• Anchorvale: 326A Anchorvale Road #01-258 · 6352 2282
• Woodlands: 136 Marsiling Road #01-2170 · 6200 3200

Book an appointment at the clinic nearest you, and bring your CHAS card if you have one so we can apply any subsidy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a dental crown cost in Singapore?

At Caring Dental, crowns start from $800, with the exact fee depending on the material and the tooth. Metal-based crowns usually cost less than all-ceramic or zirconia ones. Subsidies can reduce the cost for eligible patients.

Can I use Medisave for a dental crown?

A crown on its own is non-surgical, so it is not claimable under standard Medisave. From mid-2026, seniors aged 60 and above can use Flexi-MediSave, up to $400 a year, towards crowns for the portion not covered by CHAS (Ministry of Health, 2026).

Does CHAS cover dental crowns?

Yes, CHAS cardholders can receive a subsidy towards permanent crowns, with limits raised from 1 October 2025 (Ministry of Health, 2025). The amount depends on your card tier and is applied at the counter.

How long does a dental crown last?

A well-made crown commonly lasts many years, though this varies with the material and how well you care for it. Good brushing, cleaning between the teeth, and regular check-ups all help.

Do I need a crown after a root canal?

Often, yes. A root-canal-treated tooth can become brittle, and a crown protects it from cracking. Your dentist will advise what is right for your tooth.