A zirconia crown is a tooth-shaped cap made from zirconium dioxide, one of the strongest materials used in dentistry. It covers a damaged, decayed, or weakened tooth to restore its shape, size, and function. Zirconia crowns are known for their exceptional durability, biocompatibility, and natural translucency that closely mimics real teeth.
The damaged tooth is reshaped under local anesthesia. A small amount of enamel is removed to create space for the crown.
A 3D digital scan or physical impression of the prepared tooth is taken and sent to the dental laboratory.
The zirconia crown is precision-milled using CAD/CAM technology and color-matched to your natural teeth. This takes 3–7 business days.
The finished crown is checked for fit, bite, and color, then permanently bonded to the prepared tooth with dental cement.
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Visits
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None — permanent restoration from day one
Healing
Dental examination, X-rays, tooth reshaping under local anesthesia, and digital impressions sent to the lab.
A custom zirconia crown is milled by the dental laboratory using CAD/CAM technology. You are free to explore the city.
Try-in for fit and color match, final adjustments, and permanent cementation. You leave with your finished crown.
Zirconia is the strongest crown material, ideal for back teeth that endure heavy chewing forces.
Modern multilayer zirconia provides lifelike translucency and can be shade-matched to surrounding teeth.
No risk of metal allergies or the gray line at the gum margin that metal-based crowns can show.
With proper care, zirconia crowns can last 15–20 years or more.
Some patients experience temporary sensitivity to hot and cold after crown preparation. This usually resolves within a few weeks.
Zirconia is very hard and may cause slightly increased wear on opposing natural teeth if not properly polished.
Avoid sticky or very hard foods. The cement needs time to fully set. Mild sensitivity is normal.
Brush and floss daily as with natural teeth. Use a non-abrasive toothpaste. If you grind your teeth, wear a night guard.
Visit your dentist every 6 months to check the crown's fit and the health of the underlying tooth.
A zirconia crown can usually be completed in a single trip of 5–7 days. The tooth is prepared on day 1, the crown is fabricated in the lab, and placement happens once the crown is ready.