Zirconium dental crowns are a type of dental crown that involves coating tooth surfaces using zirconium, a naturally occurring white metal. Improved in terms of its monolithic form and transparency, zirconium is more durable than other metal and porcelain crown materials, mimicking natural enamel. Furthermore, due to its biocompatibility, the body is generally less likely to produce an inflammatory or immunological reaction.

Zirconium, which is transformed into zirconia ceramic in special furnaces by combining it with oxygen, has become one of the most preferred materials in recent times. Because of its superior aesthetic effectiveness, it is mostly applied to front teeth. Zirconium crowns, also applied to missing teeth or tooth surfaces, are used for various purposes. It is a preferred technique for smile design or preventing tooth loss. However, it also meets aesthetic and functional expectations as it is a method used to improve and correct chewing function.

Zirconium tooth colors provide a natural look because they are made from a material that best mimics natural teeth. Zirconium veneers are a type of coating developed to meet aesthetic needs in the field of dentistry. They are made of a white material obtained by transforming pure mineral zirconium into ceramic and contain no metal.

What are the characteristics of zirconium dental veneers?

Zirconium veneers can be applied to both upper and lower teeth. They are mostly used for aesthetic purposes in front teeth and for strength requirements in back teeth. Other characteristics of zirconium veneers are as follows:

They are produced through a special baking process.
They are resistant to breakage, cracking, and wear.
They do not contain metal.
They are an alternative method for people with metal allergies.
They have low heat conductivity and therefore do not cause hot-cold sensitivity.
They are translucent and have a natural white appearance.
Because it is a gum-compatible material, it does not cause dark discoloration in the gums and reduces bad breath.
They do not cause taste changes in the mouth.
Because they have a bright and smooth surface, they do not cause plaque accumulation. It is a corrosion-resistant material.
Due to its durability and ability to meet aesthetic expectations, it can be used for many years.

There are different types, and one of the latest developed types is known as monolithic zirconium. This type of zirconium is a single piece and does not cause surface fractures called ‘chipping’. This model, which has a single-layer structure, is not a ceramic coating. Therefore, the risk of fracture is low, and it is made from a material compatible with the human body. With all these features, zirconium can be used in many dental treatments such as smile design, implants, and veneers.