Zircon

The zirconium crown is a dental prosthesis made of zirconium oxide. They have many qualities and are increasingly appreciated by patients. So why choose a zirconia crown and what are its advantages?

What is a zirconium dental crown

In general, a dental crown is a dental replacement used to cover a damaged or lifeless tooth or to restore the natural aesthetics of the mouth. To renew your teeth, there are different types of dental crowns such as ceramic-metal crowns or zirconium crowns. Zirconium oxide crown is also called zirconium oxide ceramic-ceramic crown, zirconium oxide ceramic crown, zirconium crown, zirconium oxide crown… Its particularity is that it does not has no metal structure. The inner part is made of zirconium, a white material, and the outer part is covered with cosmetic ceramic. Thanks to its properties, zirconium oxide today allows the highest level of aesthetics in dentistry.

the benefits of a zirconia crown
Unequaled aesthetic result Due to its natural surface, zirconium is very aesthetic in the mouth. The absence of metal (as present in a porcelain-to-metal crown) prevents the appearance of a gray border near the gumline. The zirconia crown has a translucent nature which allows it to let light in and add a bit of reflection to your teeth, making it a perfect complement to your natural teeth.

Resistant Thanks to its mechanical properties, zirconium is undoubtedly the material that offers the greatest resistance and solidity. As a result, zirconium oxide crowns have a much longer lifespan than other dental crowns, such as e.g. B. Ceramic and metal crowns. Zirconium also has the advantage of having high heat resistance without the uncomfortable feeling associated with a metal crown. Biocompatible Zirconium is a biocompatible material. It adapts perfectly to your teeth without the risk of allergens.Superior finish with superior CAD/CAM technology The use of computer-aided design and manufacturing processes provides patients with an accurate result and reduces the time required to place crowns. 

Gum protection
 The zirconium crown adapts perfectly to the gums thanks to the manufacturing quality and is therefore more waterproof than a conventional crown. In the case of the placement of dental implants, zirconium, more resistant to bacteria than other materials , avoids the risk of peri-implantitis (infection that affects the tissues around the implants, leading to the loss of the supporting bone, with a significant risk of total loss of the implant).Types of crownsIn our affiliated dental clinics in Spain and Hungary, we have chosen to offer you 3 types of crowns: the metal-ceramic crown, the zirconium-based ceramic crown and the all-zirconium crown. Depending on your aesthetic ideas and your dental problems, our collaborating dentists and prosthodontists will recommend the most suitable material for the realization of your dental prostheses. Indeed, our orthopedic technicians make every effort to guarantee you ever more natural prostheses. This search for perfection leads to: an understanding phase: an exchange between you and the dental technician to better understand your expectations, know your morphotype directlya design phase: your dental restoration will be carried out by a computer-controlled robot to help you certify a new perfectly adjusted ceramic tooth. The goal is for you to be completely satisfied with your new smile.

The zirconium crown is used in the following cases
 Restoration of a broken or damaged toothReplacing an old crown for reliability or aesthetic reasonsFixed cosmetic issueIt is recommended for patients suffering from “bruxism” (better known as teeth grinding) because zirconia offers greater resistance over time than any other material.

How do you take care of your zirconia crowns?
For the longevity of your crowns, our associate dentists recommend: Brush your teeth at least twice a day, ideally after each meal, to ensure the longevity of the crown.Clean the interdental spaces with dental floss. Flossing can supplement brushing by eliminating bacteria present between the teeth and preventing the appearance of dental plaque.