Zirconia dental crowns are chosen over conventional PFMs (Porcelain Fused to Metal) due to their superior strength, durability, and excellent aesthetics. With more strength than beauty, the Zirconia Crown is a non-porcelain overlay restoration that’s made of solid zirconia. These crowns will impress you when it is used in place of other crowns.
There are many benefits for patients using a Zirconia Dental Crown.
- There is a better feel with these crowns than with the traditional PFMs that were used in the past.
- The way these crowns are processed gives it a lighter transmission. This results in a more natural look.
- They give you more of a perfect fit, according to feedback from actual dental patients. This is something that is ideal for people who grind their teeth. Many times, they can’t withstand other restorations and destroy them with their teeth grinding.
- The crowns are chip-resistant because they’re made of solid zirconia, not porcelain, which is easier to chip. This makes them the perfect type of replacement crown, especially for areas with limited space.
- They are also more attractive and hygienic than porcelain crowns. That’s because they’re glazed so that the surface is smooth. This helps to reduce the accumulation of plaque on the crown itself.
- They are Hypoallergenic - relatively unlikely to cause an allergic reaction.
- They are made with CAD/CAM precision. Using computer-aided design and manufacturing processes provide patients with a precise fit.
- Conservative preparation
- Great for para-functional dental patients
- Chip-resistant
- Virtually unbreakable
- Comes with a 5 - 20 year warranty
Incase you need any more information on Zirconia Dental Crowns, do feel free to get in touch with me.
Dr Reshma Phulwar