Reasons for Preferring Zirconium Crowns

Zirconium crowns are produced from a durable and human-compatible material called "Zirconia". It is among the most preferred applications in dental veneers because its colors and functions are close to natural teeth. Zirconia is obtained from zirconium metal, which is included in the titanium class.

When it comes to dental crowns, their structure may not come to mind for everyone. The tooth-like heads placed on the front of the tooth or implant are called crowns. They are widely used due to their functional and aesthetic benefits.

Zirconium crowns and veneers are one of the procedures frequently used to improve the quality of smiles on teeth with discoloration. In cases where orthodontic applications cannot be performed, it is used to improve the deformity of teeth. They can be used as a supporting structure when a large filling is needed to close a root canal-treated tooth.

Main Advantages of Zirconium Veneers

As mentioned above, zirconium have a number of advantages that make them stand out compared to traditional veneers.

• Natural Appearance: Zirconia veneers resemble the enamel of natural teeth due to their color and translucency. In this way, they are compatible with natural teeth. This is more important in applications to anterior teeth.
• Durability: Zirconium crowns are highly resistant to wear and tear. With these features, they can be used in treatments performed in almost every area of the mouth.
• Heat Resistance: Zirconia has a low tolerance to hot and cold compared to other dental veneers. When consuming a very cold or very hot food or beverage, there is usually no sensitivity.
• Staining Resistance: As a result of the consumption of beverages such as tea, coffee, and cigarettes, staining and yellowing are seen on the coatings made of metal. Zirconium crowns are resistant to discoloration.
• Material: Patients with metal allergies can easily prefer zirconium crowns. These crowns do not contain metal, they are highly compatible with the human body.
• Maintainability: As long as patients pay attention to their daily oral care, they will not have any problems with zirconium crowns. With a minimum of maintenance, they can be used for a lifetime.