A zirconia crown is a dental crown that is made of zirconium dioxide, a highly resistant and durable ceramic compound. It is extremely used in dentistry due to its high strength, color-like-natural-teeth, and biocompatibility.
Benefits of Zirconia Crowns
✅ Strength – More durable than porcelain or metal-fused-to-porcelain crowns, making it ideal for molars.
✅ Aesthetic Appeal – Can be color-matched with natural teeth to have a natural look.
✅ Biocompatibility – Less likely to cause irritation or allergic reactions.
✅ Minimal Tooth Reduction – Less removal of natural tooth structure compared to some other crowns.
✅ Resistant to Wear & Fractures – Less likely to chip or crack.
Types of Zirconia Crowns
Solid Zirconia – Extremely strong, best for back teeth where there is high pressure.
Layered Zirconia – More natural look, best for front teeth.
High-Translucency Zirconia – Best for cosmetic restorations since it allows more light to pass through.
Process for Getting a Zirconia Crown
Tooth Preparation – Decay is extracted and the tooth is prepared by the dentist.
Impressions & Scanning – Digital or traditional impression of your tooth is taken.
Crown Fabrication – The zirconia crown is made custom in a lab or with CAD/CAM.
Cementation – The permanent crown is cemented and permanently bonded to your tooth.
Cost of Zirconia Crowns
???? Varies between tk 15000- 200000 per crown, depending on where you are, dentist skill, and if it is made custom.