Zirconium Crown

What is Zirconium Crown?

Zirconium crown is a dental coating made of a hard white material called zirconia (zirconium dioxide). Zirconium Crowns cover the outer surface of the tooth, providing an aesthetic appearance and durability.

How is Zirconium Crown Performed?

The person who wants to have a Zirconium Crown first gets a dental examination. The dentist checks whether the person has any problems with their gums or teeth. The dentist first takes the sizes of the teeth. Crown specially prepared according to the measurements are produced in a laboratory. In order to better adhere to the teeth, 1 mm abrasions can be made on the teeth. In this way, it can be used for a long time. Since temporary veneers are used between sessions, patients’ comfort of life is not affected. The procedures are completed in 2-3 sessions on average. Patients can choose the color after the measurements.

What are the Advantages of Zirconium Crown?

• Zirconium Crowns are becoming increasingly popular thanks to the advantages. First of all, zirconium is a very durable and strong dental crown. This makes it easy to chew food when used on the back teeth. Zirconium is one of the first choices for the back teeth.
• Zirconium crowns have ideal light transmission so it provides natural tooth whiteness.
• It eliminates the problem experienced by many people who complain about the appearance or color of their teeth, it is in the forefront so that it can also be used for a long time.
• It prevents sensitivity to heat and cold with its low thermal permeability.
• It has long-time use.
• Resistant against risks such as cracking, abrasion and fractures.

What is the Difference Between Zirconium Crown and Emax Crown?

Zirconium and emax crowns are more advantageous than metal-supported dental crowns. The Emax crown is more transparent than the Zirconium Crown. Emax crowns have high level light transmittance. Zirconium Crowns also have very high light transmittance. In other words, in terms of light transmittance and appearance, emax crown provides a more aesthetic and natural appearance than zirconium. Emax may be more suitable for front teeth, while zirconium may be better for posterior teeth due to its high durability. Conditions such as gum bruising and recession are not observed in Emax and Zirconium Crowns. Both crowns do not cause odor and do not change color. They are also quite long-lasting.

Who is Suitable for the Zirconium Crown?

Zirconium Crown can be applied to anyone who has completed tooth and jaw development and does not have any health problems.

How Many Days Does Zirconium Crown Take?

Zirconium Crown procedure takes an average of 2-3 sessions. There can be a break of 1 to 2 days between sessions. The entire treatment may take an average of 3 to 4 days.

What Are The Points To Be Considered After Zirconium Crown?

• Zirconium Crown is highly resistant to pressure in biting and chewing situations.
• Soft toothbrushes and non-abrasive toothpastes are recommended for zirconium dental crowns. These products can protect the surface of coatings, increasing long-term durability.
• After the Zirconium Crown procedure, it is recommended not to eat or drink anything for the first two hours.
• There may be numbness in the mouth area due to anesthesia; During this period, it is necessary to not smoke and avoid hard foods.
• In the first weeks, hard and sticky foods should be avoided to preserve the durability of Zirconium Crown.
• After the Zirconium Crown, regular dentist consultations should be performed and possible problems should be detected at an early stage.