Zirconium coating, made in order to improve the appearance of teeth, aesthetic and functional, durable and a natural appearance with an outer coating method. In dentistry, it is often the preferred method was developed as an alternative to metal crowns to porcelain veneers. Zirconium oxide is a ceramic material can be used on both the front teeth and the back teeth and are manufactured using.
Properties Of The Zirconium Coating
- Natural Appearance:
- Light transmission is very similar to zirconium coatings to have the appearance of natural teeth. Therefore, especially the front teeth in the aesthetic offers a number of advantages.
- Durability:
- The material is quite durable and high resistance to masticatory forces zirconium shows. This feature enables it to be used on zirconium and the front teeth and the back teeth.
- Do Not Contain Metal:
- Metal veneers to porcelain crowns over time, the gums can be seen at the edge of the dark colouring, while zirconium such a situation does not happen.
- Ideal for people with metal allergies.
- Biocompatible:
- Zirconium materials, gums and oral tissues is compatible with. Does not cause irritation and promotes gum health.
Zirconium Coating Is Used In Which Situations?
- Teeth with caries or trauma as a result of excessive material loss.
- In cases where the improvement of aesthetic appearance is required (e.g., stained or broken teeth).
- Disorders of the shape or size of teeth.
- If you have large gaps between the teeth.
- Must be done on the prosthetic implant.
- Previously metal-assisted in changing coatings.
Zirconium Coating Treatment Process
- Inspection and Planning:
- The dentist decides whether it is appropriate to evaluate the patient’s teeth and zirconium coating.
- Preparation Of The Teeth:
- Coating the teeth with minimally reduced.
- From the outside measurement is sent to the laboratory.
- Temporary Coating:
- A temporary crown is attached to protect the teeth during the treatment process.
- Zirconium Coating Preparation:
- Zirconium coating is prepared in the laboratory according to the patient’s teeth.
- Trial and placement:
- Coating, and the color is controlled in terms of fit to the patient’s teeth.
- Compliance is achieved when it is secured with a special adhesive.
Advantages Of Zirconium Coating
- Aesthetic Appearance: has a structure very similar to natural teeth.
- Durability: long-lasting and robust.
- Biocompatibility: compatible with the tissues of the mouth and minimizes the risk of allergies.
- Colour stability: lives change color over time.
- Compatible gum: gum does not cause irritation or staining.
The Disadvantages Of The Zirconium Coating
- Metal-assisted coatings compared to the cost is higher.
- Very long in the tooth cavity (in the form of the bridge) should be considered when applying, it may carry a risk of tooth fracture.
Zirconium coating, is an extremely popular treatment in terms of aesthetics and durability. It takes approximately 7-10 days treatment process and the proper maintenance is performed, can be used without problems for many years.
