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Dental crowns in Tijuana: compare clinic quotes
Typical price at border clinics: $250–$700, vs $800–$2,500 in the US. Get written quotes from license-verified dentists in Tijuana.
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What it is
A crown is a cap that covers a damaged or weakened tooth to restore its shape, strength and appearance. Common materials include porcelain-fused-to-metal, all-porcelain and zirconia.
Trips needed
Typically 2 visits for a lab-made crown, or 1 visit if the clinic uses same-day CAD/CAM milling.
Questions to ask any clinic
- What material is the crown made of, and is it zirconia, porcelain or metal-based?
- Is the price per crown, and what does it cost to add another crown or a post and core?
- What is the written warranty on the crown, and what does it not cover?
- Where is the crown made, and how long does the lab take?
- What is the license number (cédula profesional) of the dentist who will prepare and place the crown?
Getting to Tijuana
From San Diego, the pedestrian crossing at San Ysidro (CBP port 250401) is the most common route to the clinic areas. Parking is on the US side; check current rules and fees before you go. Walking or using a rideshare/taxi on the Mexican side are common options. Alternatively, the Otay Mesa passenger crossing (250601) serves other parts of the city. To return to the US you must show a valid passport book, a passport card (land crossings only), or a SENTRI/NEXUS card. Pedestrian waits at San Ysidro can be long at peak hours; check the live times at bwt.cbp.gov before you cross.