Zircon crowns

Zirconia crowns - its basis is zirconium dioxide, not metal, as was previously common. With this method, it is possible to cover any tooth, because it is quite solid and aesthetic.

Advantages of a zirconia crown

• High aesthetics. 
• Quality and reliability: zircon is not inferior to metal in hardness.
• Biocompatibility: the zirconia crown does not cause allergies and is compatible with the human body
• Minimal processing of the teeth, at the expense of the strength of the thin zircon framework. 
• Wide application: Zirconia crowns can be used on both anterior and posterior molars, as well as implants.

  How are crowns made at ours?

• On the first visit - examination, preparation of treatment method and plan
• Therapeutic treatment – all teeth must be treated before inserting teeth. Otherwise, orthopedic work cannot be started!
• After the therapeutic/surgical/hygienic procedures, the orthopedist starts preparing the teeth (processing) and takes an impression of the teeth. Before future crowns are made, temporary crowns are prepared for the patient.
• The shape of the crowns is modeled in a digital laboratory, the color is carefully chosen.
• At the next stage, the crowns are adjusted and fixated.

What should you know after fixating zirconia crowns??

• Some discomfort in the mouth. The reason for this is the adaptation of tissues around the tooth. This sensation will pass in a few hours.
• Foreign body sensation and no place for tongueand cheeks to stay. The reason for this is the feeling of emptiness caused by the loss of one or more teeth for a long time.
• Avoid eating very cold food - this puts a lot of stress on the supporting teeth.

What should you do?

• Use protective caps if you have tooth wear or bruxism (teeth grinding).
• Follow hygiene thoroughly. It is necessary to clean the teeth twice a day. Use brushes, dental floss..
• An irrigator will greatly simplify the care of your teeth. (Especially in the case of bridges and implants)
• Regular preventive examination with your orthopedist
• twice a year with necessary professional hygiene პროფესიული ჰიგიენის ჩატარება.