The advantage of zirconia crowns

This is about the advantage of zirconia crowns. Dental crowns have been made out of various substances for centuries, as far as back as 200 CE, that have included wood, ivory, gold, ceramic, and porcelain. The latest – and many say greatest – is a crown made out of the material called zirconia.
All crowns, or caps, as they are also called, are meant to protect teeth, to make them stronger in order to function properly. They serve to restore the form and function of badly worn or broken teeth, and be strong enough to withstand the force of chewing.
The advantage of zirconia crowns is that they have become the leading method for taking care of teeth, and there are many advantages to choosing zirconia.

The advantage of zirconia crowns

It is extremely strong, and extremely pretty, combining the durability of gold with the clean look of porcelain. Zirconium crowns and bridges are so strong they can be used anywhere in the mouth, able to withstand the biting pressure of the front teeth as well as back teeth grinding. That is part of the advantage of zirconia crowns.
There is also less of a sensation of too hot or too cold that you can feel with other crowns, because of the lack of electrical conductivity. Zirconium is simply a very strong substance.

Esthetically, there’s nothing like it. It is clear and very similar to a natural tooth, reflecting light in the same way. This is important especially if your new crown will sit in the front of your mouth, or if the crown will be seen next to your natural teeth.

Zirconium is easy to match up with the color of existing teeth, and where needed, can also be layered with porcelain to further enhance the aesthetic appearance. Another of the advantage of zirconia crowns is that it is so natural-looking that it is often impossible to differentiate from natural teeth.
Zirconia crowns are known to have a long lifespan, equal to or even longer in comparison with other materials. Zirconium crowns can also be bonded or cemented to the gum, and if well-maintained, they will last a long time.
Shaping the crown can be done more easily with zirconia than other material because it requires less tooth preparation, this saving time and expense for Dr. Greenspan to make it.
The beauty of this material is that it blends the strength of metals that can endure the wear and tear of everyday use with the natural look and aesthetic appeal of porcelain. There is a good reason why zirconia has become the preferred material for dental crowns.