Zirconium crowns are one of the most important and most recommended types of the crowns in the recent times. Individuals who want aesthetic artificial teeth for themselves prefer choosing zirconia crowns. Patients often have curiosity regarding the composition or the materials used in the manufacturing of the zirconium crowns. 

Zirconium crowns are made up of zirconium oxide or zirconia. Zirconia is a white powdered metal which has the ability to be radiopaque in the X-rays. Also, the tooth colour is whiter than other crown treatment options. Here some of the plus points of the zirconia crowns which makes them stand ahead from the regular and traditional crowns.

There is no anaesthetic grey line visibility compared to that of conventional metal-based ceramic crowns.

  • Aesthetic look

Zirconium crowns are known to grant an absolutely natural look to the crowns which makes them a favourite of the cosmetic as well as dental patients. Many times, it is difficult to differentiate between the zirconium crowns from the natural teeth. It is recommended to bond the zirconium crowns to the teeth in order to provide a more natural look to the respective teeth. It is because of the fact that when the metal based crowns are used are used, there is a tendency blackening of the line of the gum. 

  • Biocompatible

The tissues in the mouth happily accept the zirconium crowns. The zirconium crowns start functioning really well within days of the completion of the zirconium crown treatment.

  • Long life

The life of the zirconium crowns is equal when compared to the regular crowns. The zirconium crowns are known to provide the best service and when well maintained last long time.

  • Strength

The zirconium crowns have got appreciable strength which can be felt by the patients undergoing the crown treatments.

  • Corrosion resistant

Most of the dental crowns undergo corrosion with the years of regular use by the patients. Various fluids and foods consumed over years lead to the corrosion of the dental crowns. Zirconium crowns do not undergo corrosion like most of the other types of dental crowns which contribute majorly to having a long life.

  • Less labor intensive

The latest dental technologies can be successfully used in the production of the zirconium crowns. The best part is that lot of natural teeth is preserved which saves a lot of time in the procedure. Only the dentist has to do minimum preparation in order to fit the zirconium crowns on the respective teeth.

  • Cost effective

Over the long term, Zirconium crowns cost less than the regular crowns including porcelain crowns. The benefits of the zirconium crowns make it desirable for the patients to choose the zirconium crowns over other crowns.

  • Latest Technology 

These crowns are made with CAD-CAM (Computer assisted designing - Computer assisted milling) technology which is the latest in digital dentistry. 

 Thus, zirconium crowns are of great benefit for the individuals who want to get permanent aesthetic solutions for their damaged teeth. zirconium crowns are one of the best treatment options in the modern times.