Complete Your Implant with a Natural-Looking Crown, From £135
A custom-crafted ceramic porcelain crown fitted over your dental implant, designed to look and feel exactly like a natural tooth.
Once your dental implant has fully healed and fused with your jawbone, the final step is fitting a crown on top, and that is what this treatment covers. A ceramic porcelain crown over your implant gives you a permanent, natural-looking tooth that blends seamlessly with your smile.
In the UK, a ceramic crown over an implant typically costs between £500 and £800. With The Health Store Turkey, the same crown starts from just £135. If you have multiple implants that need crowns, the savings add up quickly.
This treatment is usually carried out during your second trip to Turkey, after a healing period of 3 to 6 months following implant placement. Your patient coordinator schedules everything so both trips work smoothly together.
What Is Ceramic Crown Over Implant (Single Tooth)?
What Is a Ceramic Crown Over an Implant?
A ceramic crown over an implant is the visible tooth part of a dental implant restoration. While the implant itself (the titanium post in your jawbone) replaces the tooth root, the crown replaces the part you see when you smile.
The crown is attached to the implant via a small connector piece called an abutment. The abutment screws into the implant, and the crown is then cemented or screwed onto the abutment. The result is a fixed, permanent tooth that looks, feels, and functions like a natural one.
Ceramic porcelain crowns are popular for implants because they provide a natural-looking finish. The porcelain is layered and colour-matched to blend with your surrounding teeth. For front teeth where aesthetics are paramount, ceramic crowns offer excellent results.
Each crown is custom-made in a dental laboratory based on precise impressions of your mouth. The shape, size, and colour are carefully crafted to match your natural teeth and create a seamless, uniform appearance.
Am I Suitable?
Am I a Good Candidate?
If you have a dental implant that has fully healed (osseointegrated), you are ready for your permanent crown. This treatment is suitable if you:
- Have a healed dental implant that is ready for its permanent crown
- Want a natural-looking restoration that matches your surrounding teeth
- Need to replace a temporary crown that was fitted during healing
- Are having multiple implant crowns fitted during the same visit
Your dentist checks that your implant is fully integrated before fitting the crown. A quick X-ray confirms the implant is stable and the bone around it is healthy.
If you need a crown on a natural tooth (not an implant), see our standard ceramic crown or zirconium crown options instead.
What Happens During the Procedure?
What Happens During Your Treatment?
This treatment typically takes place during your second trip to Turkey, after your implant has healed.
Day 1, Impressions
Your dentist takes precise digital impressions of your implant and surrounding teeth. These are sent to the dental laboratory along with your chosen shade and specifications for the crown.
Days 2-3, Fabrication
Your crown is custom-crafted in the laboratory. Each detail, colour, shape, translucency, is matched to your natural teeth.
Day 3-4, Fitting
Your permanent crown is fitted over the implant abutment. Your dentist checks the colour match, shape, and bite. Minor adjustments are made until everything is right. The crown is then permanently cemented or screwed into place.
Follow-Up
A brief check ensures the crown feels comfortable and your bite is correct. You leave with your completed implant restoration.
Recovery & Aftercare
Recovery and Aftercare
There is no recovery period after a crown fitting. You can eat, drink, and smile normally straight away.
Immediately after fitting: The crown may feel slightly different for a day or two as you get used to it. This is normal.
Ongoing care: Treat your implant crown exactly like a natural tooth. Brush twice daily, floss around the implant, and use an interdental brush to keep the area around the abutment clean. Attend regular dental check-ups at home.
Longevity: Ceramic porcelain crowns over implants typically last 10 to 15 years with proper care. The implant itself can last a lifetime, when the crown eventually needs replacing, a new one is simply fitted onto the existing implant.
Your 12 months of aftercare covers any adjustments needed after fitting.
Risks & Considerations
Risks and Considerations
Fitting a crown over a healed implant is a straightforward, low-risk procedure. There are a few points to note.
Crown chipping: Porcelain crowns can chip if subjected to excessive force (biting hard objects, grinding teeth). If you grind your teeth at night, a night guard is recommended.
Cement washout: In rare cases, the cement holding the crown may weaken over time. The crown can be re-cemented easily if this happens.
Abutment loosening: The screw connecting the crown to the implant may loosen very rarely. This is a simple fix, your dentist tightens it and the crown is re-fitted.
Aesthetic mismatch: If your natural teeth change colour over time (from whitening or staining), the crown colour remains fixed. Your dentist helps you choose a shade that will look natural long-term.
All these points are discussed during your fitting appointment.
UK vs Turkey: What You Save
UK prices are indicative ranges based on private healthcare providers. Your THST price is confirmed during your free consultation.
UK Aftercare: We Are Here When You Get Home
Unlike other medical tourism companies, we do not leave you on your own once you are back in the UK. We have two dedicated aftercare clinics staffed by NHS-registered wound care specialists, so you can see a professional face-to-face for wound checks, dressing changes, and recovery support.
Medical disclaimer: Results of any surgical or interventional procedure may vary from person to person. You are advised to consult your physician for detailed information before undergoing any procedure. The information on this page is for general guidance only and does not constitute medical advice. See our Medical Disclaimer for full details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ceramic porcelain crowns offer a natural-looking finish and are an excellent choice, particularly for front teeth. Zirconium crowns are stronger and more chip-resistant, making them the premium option for back teeth that bear heavy biting forces. Both look natural. Your dentist recommends the best material based on the position of the implant and your preferences.
In most cases, the crown is fitted 3 to 6 months after the implant, once the implant has fused with your jawbone. A temporary crown or bridge may be fitted on the day of implant placement for aesthetics. Fitting the permanent crown too early risks disrupting the healing process, so patience gives you the best long-term result.
In the UK, a ceramic crown over an implant typically costs between £500 and £800. With The Health Store Turkey, the same crown starts from £135 per tooth. If you have multiple implants, the savings are substantial. The crown cost is in addition to the implant placement cost.
With proper care, brushing, flossing, and regular check-ups, a ceramic crown over an implant typically lasts 10 to 15 years. Some last longer. When the crown eventually needs replacing, the implant remains in place and a new crown is simply fitted on top. The implant itself can last a lifetime.
No. Fitting a crown over a healed implant is a comfortable procedure with no discomfort. The implant has no nerve, so you do not feel anything when the crown is attached. No anaesthesia is needed. The appointment typically takes 30 to 60 minutes and you can eat and drink normally afterwards.
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