Consider receiving dental crowns in Hanoi, if the high costs in your home country concern you. Hanoi is one of the world’s most ancient capitals, so in between your appointments, you could explore the city. ^[1]A Travel Mate The Ancient Capital of Hanoi is filled with history and wonder “Hanoi has been Vietnam’s capital city for 1,000 years.” View in Article

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Hanoi is an interesting place to visit as it has something for every age group. Expect dental quality work at the most affordable prices as well as a fun-filled holiday!

Cost of Dental Crowns in Hanoi

The cost of dental crowns in Hanoi is at a fraction of the cost in the USA. The table below shows how cheap dental crowns in Hanoi are, as compared to the USA or Australia.

Dental Crowns Avg. Cost Comparison (USD)

Crown	USA	Australia	Hanoi
Full Porcelain Crowns	$1,900	$1,650	$260
Porcelain E-Max Crown for Implants	$2,000	$1,750	$300
Porcelain Fused to Metal (PFM) Crowns	$1,050	$900	$110
Ceramic Crowns	$1,700	$1,100	$260
Zirconium Crowns	$1,750	$1,450	$200

Above table uses the USA and Australia as an example. You can see a saving of 70% to 80% on the cost of dental crowns in Hanoi as compared to that back home.

Why Dental Crowns in Hanoi?

Low Cost

• As compared to the costs of dental crowns in the developed countries, the prices here are way cheaper. (Cost table).
• Hanoi emerges to be a cost-saving option even after considering travel, accommodation, food, and other expenses.^[2]International Living Cost of Living in Vietnam ” Vietnam is an inexpensive country to live in. Most items cost less than half of what you would pay in the West… Two people can enjoy a full local-style meal of rice or noodles, meat, vegetables, and a couple of draft beers for less than $5.” View in Article

Quality Dental Treatment

• The Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) finds several private dental clinics in Hanoi to provide quality dental care at prices cheaper than in the USA.^[3]OSAC Medical Emergencies “Dental education in Vietnam also does not meet U.S. standards; however, a number of private clinics staffed with foreign-trained dentists can provide quality dental care at prices lower than in the United States.” View in Article

Rapid Treatment

• Dental clinics in Hanoi that cater to international tourists have their own dental labs. Therefore, it takes less than a week to fabricate a crown.

Safe Travel

• Vietnam’s political stability makes it a safe environment to drive tourists from all over the world.^[4]Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL STABILITY- GREAT ADVANTAGE OF VIETNAM “Viet Nam’s economic and political stability is a great advantage of the country compared to other Asian nations, said Citibank General Director in Viet Nam John Beeman.” View in Article

Popularity for Dental Tourism

• Hanoi is rapidly gaining popularity as a destination for dental tourism. In recent years, approximately 100,000 dental tourists have traveled here for different kinds of dental work.^[5]Cision PR Newswire Vietnam Dental Services Industry “Presently, approximately 100,000 foreign tourists travel to Vietnam each year as dental tourist thus, providing revenues within a range of USD 150-160 million in tourism.” View in Article

Language No Bar

• English is moderately understood and spoken by those working in the medical and dental tourism industry. Other than English and Vietnamese, French is also spoken in Hanoi.^[6]Expat Arrivals Private Hospitals in Vietnam ” Doctors and medical staff at private hospitals in Vietnam often speak English and/or French, which makes life easier for expats.” View in Article

Top Dental Clinic in Hanoi

Australian Dental Clinic for Dental Crowns

With 14 years of experience, the Australian Dental Clinic has built its reputation as a clinic that largely caters to its international patients in Cosmetic Dentistry and Implantology.

The clinic has been providing a full range of cosmetic dental services that include crowns and veneers.

Dentists working here are specialized in Cosmetic Dentistry, Implantology, Prosthodontics, Orthodontics, and General Dentistry, and are members of:

• International Congress of Oral Implantologists
• World Federation of Orthodontists

The clinic has received positive feedback for its professionalism and patient-centric approach.

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What Is A Dental Crown

A dental crown, commonly called a ‘cap’, is meant to cover a damaged tooth entirely. It can also be placed on the top of an implant to provide function and resemble a natural tooth.

Your dentist may recommend a crown to:

Materials for Dental Crowns

Dental crowns are typically made from metal alloys using Gold or Silver. Other common materials are Porcelain-fused-to-metal, All porcelain, Ceramic, and Zirconium. Crowns made from resin-based materials are not common.^[7]NCBI Porcelain-fused-to-metal Crowns versus All-ceramic Crowns “Historically, resin-based crowns were the first metal-free crowns to be used, but they were abandoned because of their low fracture resistance.” View in Article

In brief:

• Porcelain or ceramic crowns: Resembles natural tooth; Used in anterior teeth.
• Gold alloys or base metal alloys: Stronger than porcelain; Used in the posterior region to bear the forces of chewing.

You and your dentist have a wide variety of materials to choose from to fabricate a crown. However, the right selection depends largely on various factors, such as:

• Location in the mouth
• Esthetic requirement
• Patient desires
• Chewing load
• Affordability

A brief description of each type of material used in the crown-making is described below:

Porcelain fused to metal (PFM crowns)

PFM Dental Crown

In this type, porcelain is fused to metal, such as gold alloy. On top of the metal layer, porcelain is applied in layers. PFM crowns are also called bonded crowns since porcelain coating is bonded to a metal base.

All-Porcelain Crowns

These crowns are made fully from porcelain. These are not as strong as the bonded crowns. They, however, look natural and are the best fit for anterior teeth.

Ceramic Crowns

Ceramic Crowns

Ceramic crown is totally metal-free, but it gives the strength of a bonded crown and the appearance of a porcelain crown. Therefore, it is not limited to the anterior region, but can be used in the posterior region as well.

Zirconium Crowns

It is extremely durable and fully biocompatible. The crowns are translucent, thus mimicking the translucency of your natural teeth. These are the strongest dental crowns.^[8]Colgate What are Zirconium crowns? “One of the best qualities of zirconia is its strength.” View in Article

Gold-alloy Crowns

All-Metal Crown

Gold has been known as a filling material for many decades. It is used with other metal alloys to fabricate a crown so that the crown’s strength increases.

Base metal alloys

This type contains non-noble metals that give strength to the crown. When preparing the tooth structure for a crown placement with base metal alloy, the least amount of healthy tooth structure needs to be removed.

Comparing Dental Crowns

Study the table below to understand comparison b/w common types of dental crowns^[9]ADA Comparison of Indirect Restorative Dental Materials “FACTORS ALL-PORCELAIN (ceramic) PORCELAIN FUSED TO METAL GOLD ALLOYS (high noble) BASE METAL ALLOYS (non-noble).” View in Article

For people with metal allergies, zirconia crowns are a better alternative to ceramic crowns. This is because they have better strength and durability.

Procedure for Crown Placement

Before Crown Placement

• Your dentist will carry out a clinical exam of your tooth on which the crown is to be fitted.
• An X-Ray will be taken to assess the extent of caries/ chipping and whether treatment for the tooth is required.
• If a porcelain/ ceramic crown is to be fitted, then your dentist will choose a shade matching the color of your adjacent teeth.

During Crown Placement

• A local anesthetic is required to be injected to numb the area before treating the tooth and making room for the crown.
• Once the tooth is trimmed and prepared, your dentist will take an impression of the tooth with paste or putty.
• Based on the impression, crown fabrication is done in the dental lab. Till then, a temporary crown is fitted to protect the prepared tooth.
• The second visit is after 4 days and involves removing the temporary crown and cementing the permanent one.

After Crown Placement

• The dental crown needs the same care as your natural teeth.
• Brushing and flossing twice a day is enough; flossing will avoid plaque accumulation around the crown.
• Certain habits, such as teeth grinding (known as bruxism) or jaw clenching reduce the life of a crown.
• Hard foods can compromise the bonding between the crown and the prepared tooth structure. Therefore, you need to be careful about eating very hard foods.

Travel Tips

Ride from Airport

• From the Hanoi Noi Bai Airport (HAN), Hanoi Bus Company takes passengers from the airport to the city. Bus no. 7 and 17 connect Noi Bai Airport to the city center.
• It will take one hour and cost you about half a dollar.
• If you do not want to take the bus ride, then taking the taxi becomes most convenient.
• While in the city, you can rent local cycles and bikes, which proves to be cheaper for short journeys.

Currency

• Vietnamese Dong is the official currency, but you can carry US dollars as they are widely accepted.
• ATMs are plenty in Hanoi city that issue dong notes. However, most hotels and restaurants here accept credit cards.

Eating Out

• Bun cha is a popular midday meal in Hanoi. It consists of grilled pork in a tangy vinegar-based sauce and vermicelli noodles.^[10]Authentic Food Quest Bún Chả – Barbecued Pork with Rice Vermicelli “Bún chả, is one northern Vietnamese food that quickly became our favorite. It is one of the best Hanoi food specialty not to be missed. The dish consists of grilled pork strips and balls or chả served over a bed of rice vermicelli noodles or bún.” View in Article
• Tipping is not usual in Hanoi. However, it is nice to tip people who work in shops or restaurants because they receive very low salaries.

FAQs Dental Crowns in Hanoi

Will the crown in my mouth feel anything different?

No. At first, when it is new, you may be aware of it. However, within a few days, it should feel fine, and you will not notice it.

How long will it take for placing a crown?

It will take two visits to the clinic. In the Australian Dental Clinic, it takes no more than just 4 days for your crown to be ready, once tooth impression is taken at the first visit. So a trip of less than a week also works.

Will the dentist numb me for a crown?

A local anesthetic is generally required because the instruments used may come very close to the gum tissue.

When can I eat after the permanent crown is fixed?

You may wait for about an hour to eat, but hard food needs to be avoided for a few hours at least.

Which is the best time to visit Hanoi?

The best time to visit is during the spring, which is the months of March and April. Expect cool weather this time. Mid-September to December is also a pleasant time, but Hanoi may get crowded towards the end of the year.^[11]Vietnam Online Hanoi weather “Lasting from February to April, Hanoi’s spring is humid and wet with drizzles… Fall is considered the most beautiful and romantic time for travelers to visit Hanoi. This season is quite short, typically from middle of September to the end of November. With the average temperature is 25 degree, Hanoi’s autumn is charming with warm sunlight, cool breeze and dry atmosphere” View in Article

With affordable dental work in Hanoi, tourists experience Vietnam in comfortable weather. You can get quality dental crowns in Hanoi with just two visits to the clinic. Contact us for a free quote!