Zirconium crowns have gained popularity, during last two decades. They became the apple of the eyes of restorative dentists more affordable and effective replacement for expensive gold crowns. As other dental crowns, there are some advantages and disadvantages of zirconium crowns.
According to the American Dental Association, crowns have been around since before 200 AD. Thanks, ancient Italians (Etruscans, to be precise), for your commitment to repairing badly broken or worn teeth. But you probably aren’t here seeking out the dental practices of 1,820 years ago, so we’ll speed forward a few years.
Zirconium crowns are strongest , highly shock-resistant, stain-resistant, temperature resistant dental crowns. It is easy to modify and biocompatible. According to its’ quality, the price maybe a little bit higher than other dental crowns.
What are the Advantages of Zirconium?
– One of the biggest advantages is light transmission and aesthetics.
– It can work in the desired color according to the request of the person.
– If desired, the color of the tooth to be covered can be completely masked.
– It is applied to people with metal allergies.
– It is biocompatible, it has no adverse effect on the health of teeth and oral tissues.
– It has a smooth and shiny surface.
– It can be worked more finely than metal supported systems. This reduces the amount of tooth preparation to be made.
– In cases where orthodontic treatment cannot be applied, an aesthetic appearance can be given to split and crooked teeth.
– It is the best alternative to metal-supported porcelains in bridge restorations applied in tooth deficiency.
– Zirconium application time can be completed in one session in the posterior teeth. However, aesthetic treatments take around 5-7 days.
In more recent history, gold alloys and other metals have been popular choices to cap teeth. These metals are strong enough to withstand chewing forces, but they don’t look much like teeth. Gold crowns can be cheaper than options that look more like teeth, according to Cleveland Clinic. For most people, though, the closest thing to a real tooth is the optimal choice.