05 Apr What is Zirconium Teeth?
Emident Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Clinic Dentist Ali Osman Emiroğlu answers the questions about zirconium teeth.
“In today’s technology, it is an alternative to metal-supported porcelain, as well as an aesthetically prominent porcelain application.”
Dental veneers are mostly applied in the form of metal-supported porcelain veneers. There is no gingival discoloration and no light permeability like original teeth. 20 – 25 years ago, zirconium supported porcelain veneers started to be used. Zirconium is converted into zirconia ceramic instead of pure mineral and processed in special furnaces. Zirconium dental veneers are from the group of metal-free veneers and offer a more natural appearance compared to metal-supported veneers. Natural expectations are constantly rising and more aesthetic dental treatments are expected from dentists.
Since the light transmittance of zirconium tooth crowns is higher than metal-supported crowns, it does not create a dark color on the gums and you will not encounter problems such as black color reflection from the gingival edge, which is possible in metal-coated porcelain teeth in the future. In addition to this, zirconium dental veneer also provides a healthier, more transparent and more natural appearance thanks to the fact that the zirconium allows the light to pass through, the dull appearance that may occur on the teeth disappears, and the teeth get the closest appearance to their original state. In addition to providing an aesthetic and natural appearance, zirconium coating is also important for your gum health. Because zirconium crowns are more compatible with the gums, and the gum disease around the teeth with zirconium crowns is less likely than metal-supported crowns.