An E-max crown (IPS e.max) is a type of all-ceramic dental crown made from lithium disilicate glass-ceramic \u2014 a material known for exceptional translucency, strength, and a natural appearance that closely mimics real tooth enamel. E-max is manufactured by Ivoclar Vivadent (Switzerland) and is the material of choice for front tooth crowns and veneers at premium cosmetic dental clinics worldwide.<\/p>\n
In Dubai, E-max crowns are commonly used for single tooth restorations, dental crown replacements, and as the material for porcelain veneers on front teeth where aesthetics are the primary concern.<\/p>\n
| Treatment<\/th>\n | AED Cost Range<\/th>\n | Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single E-max crown<\/td>\n | AED 1,800\u20133,500<\/td>\n | Per tooth, includes lab fabrication<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||
| E-max veneer (per tooth)<\/td>\n | AED 1,800\u20133,500<\/td>\n | Same material, thinner preparation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||
| 4-tooth E-max veneers<\/td>\n | AED 7,200\u201312,000<\/td>\n | Upper front 4 teeth<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||
| 8-tooth E-max Hollywood Smile<\/td>\n | AED 14,400\u201322,000<\/td>\n | Full visible smile, upper arch<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||
| E-max crown over implant<\/td>\n | AED 2,500\u20134,500<\/td>\n | Crown + abutment on implant fixture<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Prices include consultation, tooth preparation, temporary crown during lab fabrication, and final fitting. Most DHA-licensed clinics use certified Ivoclar Vivadent E-max blocks.<\/em><\/p>\n This is the most common question cosmetic dentistry patients ask in Dubai. The answer depends on the tooth location and the patient’s priorities:<\/p>\n The typical recommendation:<\/strong> E-max for front teeth (incisors, canines, premolars) where aesthetics dominate. Zirconia for back teeth (molars, second premolars) where strength matters more than translucency. For smile makeovers involving the full visible upper arch, most Dubai cosmetic dentists use E-max for the front 6\u20138 teeth and zirconia further back.<\/p>\n E-max crowns last 10\u201320 years<\/strong> with proper care and a well-executed preparation by an experienced dentist. The main risks are:<\/p>\n Getting an E-max crown at a Dubai cosmetic dental clinic takes 2 appointments over 1\u20132 weeks:<\/p>\n Some Dubai clinics with in-house CAD\/CAM milling can complete single E-max crowns in a single day (same-day crown). Ask your clinic if this option is available.<\/p>\n An E-max crown costs AED 1,800\u20133,500 per tooth in Dubai in 2026. An 8-tooth E-max veneer set (Hollywood Smile) costs AED 14,400\u201322,000. Prices include consultation, preparation, temporary crown, lab fabrication, and final fitting at DHA-licensed cosmetic dental clinics.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Yes, for most front tooth cases. E-max lithium disilicate has higher translucency than zirconia and more closely mimics the natural layered appearance of tooth enamel. For front incisors and canines where aesthetics are the priority, E-max is the preferred choice at premium Dubai cosmetic clinics. Zirconia is stronger and better suited for back molars and patients with heavy bite forces or grinding.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Typically 2 appointments: the first for tooth preparation and impression-taking (with a temporary crown fitted), and the second 1\u20132 weeks later for the final E-max crown to be bonded. Some clinics with in-house CAD\/CAM mills can complete E-max crowns in a single same-day appointment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" What Is an E-max Crown? An E-max crown (IPS e.max) is a type of all-ceramic dental crown made from lithium disilicate glass-ceramic \u2014 a material known for exceptional translucency, strength, and a natural appearance that closely mimics real tooth enamel. E-max is manufactured by Ivoclar Vivadent (Switzerland) and is the material of choice for front … \u0627\u0642\u0631\u0623 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0632\u064a\u062f<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[160],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2710","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-dental-crowns"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t |