What is a Zirconium-Supported Porcelain Crown?
Zirconium-based porcelain crowns are break-resistant dental veneers that perfectly combine high aesthetics and durability.
A zirconium crown is produced by applying premium porcelain onto a high-strength zirconium substructure after the tooth is meticulously prepared. It expertly restores lost aesthetics and function while protecting the natural tooth structure from potential breakage.
Zirconium is an exceptionally hard, white-colored material that offers superior aesthetic properties. In modern dentistry, zirconium-based porcelains have largely replaced traditional metal-supported crowns. This state-of-the-art material is unique in its ability to offer both natural beauty and extreme endurance simultaneously. Its greatest advantage is its high durability, making it suitable for both anterior teeth and posterior bridges where chewing forces are highest.
Advantages of Zirconium Crowns
High Resistance
Superior material strength makes these crowns highly resistant to breakage even under heavy loads.
Biocompatible
Tissue-friendly material that eliminates metal allergies and prevents gray lines at the gum margin.
Ideal Light Reflection
Its natural light transmittance mimics real teeth, ensuring a vibrant and authentic smile.
Clinical Applications
Treatment Process & Digital System
Treatment Phases
Teeth are prepared under local anesthesia, followed by precise impressions using intraoral digital cameras. Using CAD/CAM technology, the crowns are digitally designed and milled from high-quality zirconium blocks. After custom fitting sessions, they are permanently bonded.
Duration of Treatment
The entire process typically takes 3 to 5 sessions. Digital integration allows for rapid design and milling, enabling us to work seamlessly with laboratories for quick and accurate results.
Digital Advantages
Computer-guided systems ensure consistent, high-standard production. Patients can preview and adjust the size, shape, and color of their final smile during the design phase, significantly reducing the overall treatment time.