Zirconia crowns

Zirconium oxide crowns are crowns made from heavy-duty material using the latest computer technology.

Zirconium oxide has been used in dentistry for about twenty years, and has already managed to gain recognition from doctors and patients.

Zirconium crowns can be installed on both front teeth and chewing ones.

The ceramic crown on zirconium oxide has a light transmission similar to that of natural teeth, which makes them completely indistinguishable. This feature gives aesthetics to zirconium structures. The zirconia crown frame is very durable.

Zirconium has no competitors in terms of manufacturing accuracy and fit.

Contraindications

• Teeth grinding in a dream (bruxism).
• The presence of pronounced deep bite.
• Pregnancy.

Indications

• With diseases of the blood, kidneys, endocrine system, when other methods of prosthetics are contraindicated.
• Zirconia structures are an ideal material for prosthetics of living teeth.
• Missing or defective anterior teeth.
• If up to four posterior teeth are missing, then zirconium crowns can be placed on the chewing teeth.
• Production of telescopic structures from zirconium oxide.

Zirconium oxide-free metal ceramics are indispensable for restoration of front teeth. The zirconium construction provides the most natural look for the front teeth.

The use of zirconium in prosthetics completely eliminates the manifestation of allergic reactions that may occur in the presence of metal in the oral cavity.

Zirconium crowns have pros and cons

Pluses of zirconium crowns:

• Zirconia designs are hypoallergenic.
• They are absolutely safe for periodontal disease and for the whole body.
• Identical to real teeth in color and transparency.
• Do not require strong tooth grinding.
• Zirconium crowns can be made both on the front teeth and on the chewing ones.
• High wear resistance.
• There is no gray staining at the border of the crown with the gum.
• Strength and aesthetics of zirconium oxide.
• Biocompatibility of zirconium structures.
• The zirconium oxide structure is firmly attached to the teeth, which completely eliminates gum irritation and minimizes the risk of tooth decay.

The only minus of zirconium crowns is the high price, which is explained not only by the cost of the material, but by the complexity of the technological process, which requires appropriate technical equipment, as well as high skill of the dental technician.

Making zirconium crowns

Zirconia crowns are manufactured using CAD / CAM technology.

Dental prosthetics using this technology allows the manufacture of dental crowns with high accuracy.

According to the mold made by the dentist, a model is made that the laser scans with further computer processing.

Stages of making a zirconium crown:

• The first stage is the manufacture of a zirconium oxide structure frame on a computer milling machine.
• The second stage is the coating of the frame of the structure with a ceramic mass.

Full automation of the manufacturing process of zirconium crowns eliminates the possibility of error.

The use of the CAD / CAM method allows to achieve ideal accuracy of the fit of the crown, which in turn guarantees aesthetics and the absence of complications.

How is the installation

Before installing crowns from zirconium, the dentist will remove old poor-quality fillings and will treat caries.

Prosthetics with zirconium oxide crowns is carried out in several stages:

• Preparation of the tooth to the thickness of the zirconium crown.
• Taking impressions from the jaws of the patient.
• Production and installation of temporary crowns made of plastic on turned teeth.
• Selection of a shade of a design from zirconium oxide.
• In the laboratory, using a computer simulation technology, a zirconium crown is made.
• Trying on the structure with subsequent fixation on a permanent or temporary cement mortar (at the discretion of the doctor).

Life time

Zirconia is an incredibly durable material.

In this regard, the life of the zirconium oxide crown is unlimited.

Such dental designs are given a lifetime warranty.

Crown Care

The care for zirconium oxide crowns is the same as for real teeth.

• Teeth should be brushed with toothpaste twice a day, using dental floss (floss) to clean the interdental spaces from food particles.
• After eating, rinse your mouth with water.
• Do not crack hard objects: nuts, seeds, nails, ice.
• Visit your dentist at least twice a year.

Recovery and rehabilitation

After the installation of zirconium prostheses, complaints may appear about the increased sensitivity of the tooth and a feeling of discomfort.

To eliminate these manifestations it is necessary:

• At first, reduce or eliminate solid foods from your diet.
• It is necessary to follow the doctor's recommendations for the care of dental structures and the oral cavity.
• At least once every six months it is recommended to undergo a professional examination at the dentist.
• If the patient suffers from bruxism, then you will need to use the night mouth guard, which the dentist will manufacture.

FAQ

When choosing a dental design, it is very important to weigh the pros and cons. Choosing zirconium crowns, it is important to consider contraindications and indications for prosthetics. A large role is played by the condition of the teeth and gums, the general condition of the body.

Answers of experts to frequently asked questions will help to make the right choice.

• Question: Which crowns are still better: ceramic or zirconium?

Answer: Ceramic crowns can burst under load, and they can only be placed on the front teeth. Zirconium constructions - do not break and their installation is possible, both on the front and on the chewing teeth.

• Question: What is the difference between a zirconium oxide crown and a ceramic-metal crown?

Answer: The color of the zirconium crown is white, and of metal it is metallic. The production time of zirconium crowns is shorter, they are harmless and last much longer.

• Question: Why is a zirconia crown very expensive?

Answer: The design is created using expensive computer equipment, does not break and the service life is unlimited.

• Question: Are there any contraindications for installing a zirconium-coated crown?

Answer: Contraindication is only pregnancy.

Video: "Making a dental crown from zirconium oxide"

Reviews after installation

High aesthetics, biocompatibility and durability of zirconium make it possible to use it for the manufacture of dental crowns on front and chewing teeth.

Zirconium crowns in terms of aesthetics and strength are not inferior to all other types of structures.

Below are the reviews of patients who installed crowns on zirconium oxide.

• I had metal crowns on my front teeth, which were already worn off and the metal made my smile smile. I was embarrassed to smile and felt awkward at the conversation. When I replaced the metal with zirconium crowns, I felt like a completely different person.
• I put 5 zirconium oxide crowns 4 years ago. 10 years younger. I am very pleased with the result!
• He implanted 2 years ago, and after one year he placed zirconium crowns on the implants. The feeling that these are my teeth.

Zirconia crowns prices

Zirconium oxide ceramic prices are higher than cermet crowns. Nevertheless, their cost is fully justified, thanks to its high aesthetics and wear resistance. Zirconium crowns are a wonderful choice for those who are primarily concerned about the issue of aesthetics.

Photos before and after the installation of ceramic crowns on zirconium oxide

Video: “Zirconium oxide - the main stages of CAD / CAM technology”