Hoi An Cost Guide
Crown cost — Hoi An-based trips
By SmileJet Editorial Team · Updated May 2026
Itemised crown pricing for Hoi An-based trips — zirconia, E.max, PFM, and root canal + crown packages — with Australian home price comparisons. Treatment at Da Nang partner clinics (30 minutes south by Grab). Crown and root canal can be completed in a single 5–7 day Hoi An stay; fabrication days are spent in Ancient Town. Prices in AUD, NZD, GBP, USD, and CAD.
Crown prices — Da Nang partner clinics (Hoi An-based trips, with AU home estimate)
1 USD = 1.53 AUD / 1.75 NZD / 0.79 GBP / 1.37 CAD
| Treatment | Hoi An trip AUD | NZD | GBP | AU home est. | Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zirconia crown (full contour) | From A$413 | From NZ$473 | From £213 | ~A$1,800–2,400 | Up to A$1,987 |
| E.max (lithium disilicate) crown | From A$474 | From NZ$543 | From £245 | ~A$2,000–2,600 | Up to A$2,126 |
| PFM crown | From A$268 | From NZ$306 | From £138 | ~A$1,500–2,000 | Up to A$1,732 |
| Crown on implant | From A$520 | From NZ$595 | From £269 | ~A$2,000–2,800 | Up to A$2,280 |
| 3-unit zirconia bridge | From A$1,148 | From NZ$1,313 | From £593 | ~A$4,500–6,000 | Up to A$4,852 |
| Root canal (molar) + zirconia crown | From A$933 | From NZ$1,068 | From £482 | ~A$3,500–5,000 | Up to A$4,067 |
Pricing is identical to Da Nang-based trips — you pay Da Nang partner clinic rates whether you stay in Da Nang or Hoi An. Grab from Hoi An to clinic: approximately A$5–7 each way. AU home estimates are approximate out-of-pocket costs. Exchange rates: 1 USD = 1.53 AUD / 1.75 NZD / 0.79 GBP / 1.37 CAD.
What is included in the crown price
SmileJet-verified Da Nang partner clinics include the following in their quoted crown price for Hoi An-based trips:
Root canal treatment (if required before crowning) and post + core build-up are quoted separately. The 3–5 day fabrication wait is ideal for Hoi An Ancient Town exploration.
Why crown prices vary
Crown material
Zirconia (from A$413) offers the best combination of strength and aesthetics — suitable for front and back teeth. E.max lithium disilicate (from A$474) provides exceptional translucency for front teeth where appearance is critical. PFM (from A$268) is a metal-supported option with a long track record of durability, common for back teeth.
Crown on implant vs natural tooth
A crown placed on a dental implant (from A$520) requires a different abutment component than a crown on a prepared natural tooth. Implant crowns are quoted as a separate line from the implant fixture itself. Confirm with your SmileJet coordinator whether your quote covers the crown, abutment, and fixture as a package.
Hoi An trip timing
Crown fabrication takes 3–5 business days at Da Nang partner clinics. A minimum 6-day Hoi An stay is recommended for crown cases — prep on day 1 or 2, Ancient Town exploration during fabrication days, and fitting before departure. Root canal treatment (if required) adds 1–2 sessions and extends the recommended stay to 7–8 days.
Frequently asked questions — crowns on a Hoi An trip
How long does a crown take on a Hoi An trip?
Crown preparation takes one visit (approximately 1–2 hours) at the Da Nang partner clinic. Fabrication takes 3–5 business days, during which you stay in Hoi An. The fitting appointment is a second visit of approximately 30–60 minutes. Total clinic time is minimal — the majority of your trip is spent in Ancient Town.
Can I get a root canal and crown on the same Hoi An trip?
Yes. Root canal treatment (1–2 sessions) followed by crown preparation and fitting is routinely completed within a 7–8 day Hoi An trip. The root canal + zirconia crown package from A$933 combines both treatments. SmileJet coordinates the appointment sequence so your clinic time is minimised and your Hoi An time maximised.
Do I pay Da Nang prices or a Hoi An premium?
You pay exactly Da Nang partner clinic rates — there is no Hoi An premium. Whether you stay in Da Nang or Hoi An, you attend the same clinics and pay the same prices. The only addition is the Grab fare from Hoi An: approximately A$5–7 each way.
Dental crowns on a Hoi An trip vs at home
In Australia, a single zirconia crown costs A$1,800–A$2,400 at a private dental practice. New Zealand patients pay NZ$2,100–NZ$2,800. UK private clinics charge £900–£1,400. A 3-unit zirconia bridge at home commonly costs A$4,500–A$6,000. Root canal plus crown on a molar runs A$3,500–A$5,000 at an Australian private practice.
At Da Nang partner clinics, zirconia crowns start from A$413 for Hoi An-based trips — saving up to A$1,987 per crown versus Australian rates. A 3-unit zirconia bridge starts from A$1,148, saving up to A$4,852. The root canal plus crown package starts from A$933, saving up to A$4,067. Hoi An offers the same Da Nang pricing while providing a richer cultural base for the fabrication waiting period.
Which crown material is right for your Hoi An trip?
Crown material determines longevity, aesthetics, and price. The Da Nang clinician recommends the appropriate material at consultation based on tooth location, bite force, and aesthetic requirements.
Full-contour zirconia (from A$413)
The standard recommendation for posterior molars. Full-contour zirconia is milled from a solid block — no ceramic layering, no risk of chipping. Strength exceeds natural tooth enamel. Colour is consistent for decades. The first choice for patients grinding their teeth or replacing heavily loaded back teeth.
E.max lithium disilicate (from A$474)
The preferred material for upper front teeth. E.max offers translucency that closely mimics natural tooth enamel — critical for crowns in the visible smile zone where aesthetics take priority over raw strength. Slightly more expensive than zirconia but the right choice where appearance matters most.
PFM crown (from A$268)
Porcelain-fused-to-metal provides a long track record of durability at the lowest price point. The metal substructure can create a grey line at the gum margin over time — most cosmetic clinicians now recommend full-zirconia or E.max instead for anterior teeth. Still appropriate as a cost-effective posterior solution.
Crown material pricing — zirconia vs PFM at Hoi An (Da Nang) partner clinics
1 USD = 1.53 AUD / 1.75 NZD / 0.79 GBP / 1.37 CAD. Prices per crown.
| Material | USD | AUD | NZD | GBP | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-contour zirconia | From $250 | From A$383 | From NZ$438 | From £198 | Posterior teeth — strength, durability, low cost |
| E.max (lithium disilicate) | From $310 | From A$474 | From NZ$543 | From £245 | Anterior teeth — superior aesthetics, natural translucency |
| PFM (porcelain-fused-to-metal) | From $220 | From A$337 | From NZ$385 | From £174 | Legacy material — available on request, not preferred |
| Monolithic zirconia (high-translucency) | From $290 | From A$444 | From NZ$508 | From £229 | Anterior/posterior balance of aesthetics and strength |
Da Nang partner clinics recommend full-contour zirconia for posterior crowns (molars and premolars) and E.max for anterior crowns where aesthetics are the priority. PFM is available but not the default recommendation — zirconia has superseded it in most clinical scenarios.
Crown plus root canal combined cost by tooth type
Root canal and crown are frequently combined in the same visit. 1 USD = 1.53 AUD.
| Tooth type | Root canal (USD) | Crown (USD) | Combined (AUD) | AU home est. (AUD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Incisor / canine (1 canal) | From $100 | From $250 | From A$536 | ~A$2,500–3,500 |
| Premolar (2 canals) | From $130 | From $250 | From A$581 | ~A$3,000–4,000 |
| Molar (3–4 canals) | From $175 | From $250 | From A$651 | ~A$3,500–5,000 |
Multiple crown pricing at Hoi An (via Da Nang partner clinics)
Multiple crowns are fabricated simultaneously in the Da Nang lab — the fabrication window is the same for 2 crowns as for 8. Patients doing multiple restorations in one Hoi An trip achieve the best per-crown value and minimise total trip days.
3 crowns
From A$1,149 (zirconia) / From A$1,422 (E.max). Fabrication days identical to a single crown — same 2-day lab window. Typical case: 3 damaged posterior molars or a bridge preparation. Trip length: 6–8 days.
5 crowns
From A$1,915 (zirconia) / From A$2,370 (E.max). Full posterior restoration of one arch's working teeth. Fabrication window: 2–3 days in Hoi An Ancient Town. Trip length: 7–9 days.
8 crowns (half-arch)
From A$3,064 (zirconia) / From A$3,792 (E.max). Comprehensive restorative plan across multiple teeth. All fabricated simultaneously — trip length remains 8–10 days. Significant saving over Australian rates (typically A$14,400–20,000 for 8 crowns).
Full-mouth crowning (16–20 crowns)
From A$6,128 (zirconia). Full-mouth functional and cosmetic restoration. Most complex case — typically 2 preparation appointments and a 3–4 day fabrication window in Hoi An. Recommend Da Nang base for cases over 12 crowns due to appointment frequency.
Get a crown quote for your Hoi An trip
Itemised per crown in your home currency. Ancient Town fabrication days built in. Root canal timing and crown material recommendation included. Matched within 24 hours.