The Benefits of a Zirconia Dental Crown

Zirconia dental crowns can repair tooth decay, protect weakened teeth and enhance their appearance while keeping natural teeth together and being biocompatible – meaning no adverse reactions for you!

Traditional 3 mol% yttria-stabilized tetragonal zirconia (3Y-TZP) is opaque and requires an aesthetic veneer of stronger yet colorless porcelain for aesthetic reasons [Citation1]. By contrast, newer monolithic zirconia structures are translucent without needing veneering, increasing durability while decreasing wall thickness [Citation2].

Strength

Zirconia dental crowns are stronger than porcelain fused-to-metal (PFM) or cast gold restorations, making them suitable for demanding situations such as bruxism or implant bridges. Their strength may lead to increased wear on opposing natural teeth or dental composites however; to prevent this happening it is essential that appropriate occlusal splinting be provided in order to maintain an ideal environment.

When selecting high-strength zirconia crowns, consider whether you prefer monolithic or layered crowns. Monolithic zirconia crowns are made up of one solid piece, making them suitable for posterior crowns or screw-retained implant restorations that prioritize strength over translucency or realistic appearance; layer zirconia however provides more translucency and realistic aesthetics, making it suitable for anterior crowns.

No matter which type of zirconia crown you select, computer-aided design and manufacturing processes ensure an exact fit that reduces chairtime. Furthermore, zirconia’s metal-free composition eliminates risks related to darkening around gingival margins in thin biotype patients while protecting translucent veneers from being visible through metal margins as can occur with some PFM crowns.

Zirconia crowns offer many advantages over their porcelain-fused-to-metal counterparts, including resistance to tetracycline staining that causes yellowing or discoloration in some restorations. Furthermore, their extreme durability can withstand forces of chewing that would fracture other materials such as porcelain or composite restorations. With proper care and maintenance, zirconia restorations can last for many years with proper brushing and flossing practices as well as refraining from habits such as grinding or chewing hard objects. If damaged or worn down then contact us immediately so we can treat it accordingly.

Durabilidad

Zirconia dental crowns have proven themselves highly durable and resistant to wear and tear, being able to withstand biting forces as well as nightly tooth grinding (bruxism) better than more traditional materials like porcelain fused to metal (PFM).

Zirconia crowns offer many advantages over PFM restorations due to their unique tetragonal crystalline structure, which does not rely on metallic substructure for strength and stability, unlike PFM restorations. Furthermore, monolithic zirconia crowns do not display any unsightly metal margins at the gingival edge of preps which could otherwise darken at these areas over time. This makes it especially ideal for patients with thin biotypes prone to developing darkening at these spots.

Zirconia boasts several advantages over composite ceramic restorations. Notably, it doesn’t erode or stain as easily, and comes in various shades that can precisely match with any natural tooth color using computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM).

Layered zirconia crowns are more resilient to staining than their monolithic counterparts because their color is an integral component of its material, not simply applied on top. This allows their color to hold up even in acidic oral environments or after teeth bleaching treatments.

Zirconia crowns may seem perfect; however, like all materials they can still fracture under extreme stress or because of parafunctional habits like bruxism. To combat this risk and keep your crown looking its best for as long as possible it is important to practice good oral hygiene and visit your dentist every six months for professional cleanings and evaluation. By doing so you will ensure its longevity!

Estética

Zirconia crowns are visually appealing alternatives to porcelain crowns. As an option used as both gemstone and proxy diamond, zirconia comes in many colors that offer dentists plenty of creative freedom when creating your new crown – making it easy to match its appearance to that of your natural tooth and create a seamless transition between the two.

Extreme tooth discoloration can be more than merely cosmetic; it often signals an underlying dental problem. Discolorations issues can either be extrinsic – which affects only the outer layer (enamel), or intrinsic – which affects internal structures (dentin). While intrinsic discolorations cannot be lightened through professional teeth whitening treatments, such as root canal and full-coverage crown, zirconia crowns may provide effective coverage while strengthening teeth underneath them.

Zirconia’s aesthetic properties also make it an excellent base material for porcelain-fused-to-zirconia bridges and crowns, which combine strength with cosmetic appeal for full coverage crown restorations that save both time and money by decreasing visits to dental professionals. Furthermore, zirconia crowns can often be made in-office saving both time and money while decreasing dental appointments required.

Zirconia crowns may be resistant to wear and tear, but should still be treated as you would with natural teeth. Avoid dark berries, caramel-colored sodas, coffee, tea and tomato-based sauces which contain staining agents for best results. Furthermore, it’s wise to wear a night guard when grinding your teeth for maximum protection.

Comfort

Zirconia crowns are extremely comfortable to wear and do not require the grinding necessary for traditional porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns, making them an excellent option for patients with sensitive teeth and jaws. Furthermore, Zirconia does not contain any metals which could produce that telltale gray line that many patients experience as their gums recede around their teeth.

By working closely with you and using advanced materials and technology, we are able to craft dental crowns that look and feel extremely natural, creating an aesthetic restoration that blends in perfectly with the tooth for an attractive smile.

zirconia crowns can typically be completed in one or two appointments depending on the extent of work needed to restore your tooth, as preparation time for zirconia crowns is reduced considerably compared with other types of dental crowns, thus keeping more of the original structure intact while improving function overall.

Zirconia offers more strength than other dental materials, enabling our dentists to shape a crown directly in our offices for a more natural appearance and eliminate the need to mill a porcelain core. Furthermore, this strengthens its durability and helps prevent cracking or chipping; furthermore it comes in various shades to match with the rest of your mouth allowing a seamless restoration experience.

Zirconia is biocompatible, which means it will not trigger an allergic response in the body and is an ideal option for patients with sensitive teeth or prior dental issues.

zirconia crowns not only help improve the appearance of damaged teeth, they are also effective tools for replacing dental implants and filling in gaps in a smile. Furthermore, these crowns can also provide relief to patients suffering from bruxism (grinding of teeth). With proper maintenance and care, zirconia crowns may last 20+ years or even forever!

Lifespan

Zirconia crowns may last up to fifteen years with proper care, though this varies depending on individual factors. As is true with any dental crown, practicing good oral hygiene is the key to prolonging their lifespan – such as brushing your teeth at least twice each day and flossing or rinsing regularly to reduce buildup along the gumline. Furthermore, routine professional cleaning should take place every six months so your crowns look their best and your teeth remain healthy!

Zirconia crowns offer several distinct advantages over porcelain ones, including their resistance to staining. As a result, your crowns will stay looking natural and bright for many years after being fitted. Additionally, zirconia’s strength means they will hold up well against biting and chewing forces as well.

Zirconia crowns are metal-free, which helps to avoid darkening of gum lines caused by porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns exposing their metal substructure to oral bacteria while you eat and chew.

Zirconia is a relatively new material for dental restorative treatments, yet is quickly gaining in popularity thanks to its strength and durability. Furthermore, being biocompatible means it won’t react negatively with living tissues within your mouth; thus helping prevent infections, complications, pain, or allergies from developing.

Zirconia can be used for various restorative applications, including full-contour crowns, multi-unit bridges, frameworks for porcelain-fused-to-Zirconia (PFZ) crowns and veneers, and frameworks. Zirconia is made up of solid blocks that are then milled using CAD/CAM technology into crowns with precise dimensions that fit your tooth perfectly – providing an unwaveringly precise restoration that leaves no room for error! Your Gilbert dentist can recommend which type is appropriate depending on your case as different types have different levels of translucency or properties than others.