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  • Zircon smile
    They are very strong crystals that can withstand to some extent severe pressure. They are preferred on molars, when installing bridges, as well as when transparency is not required, i.e. there is no need to show the natural color of the tooth.

    What is zircon?
    Zircon, by defining it as a rare and versatile material, used in cosmetic dental procedures since the 1990's as it had proven great success in many therapeutic interventions until zircon dental became one of the innovative methods in all cases such as dental implants and dental crowns. After those uses it has met with impressive success in the field because its cosmetic form is very close to the shape of natural teeth, in addition to that it is characterized by durability and solidity, which makes it difficult to break with longer life time.

    Types of zirconia dental crowns:
    1. Transparent zircon:
    This type is characterized by its superior aesthetic appearance compared to the solid zircon, which makes it suitable for front teeth crowns, furthermore, it is stronger than porcelain braces.
    2. Solid zircon:
    This type of zircon is characterized by its toughness and suitability for teeth that have undergone root treatment. It provides support for weak teeth, as its rigidity ensures that it can withstand chewing. It has a darker appearance than transparent zircon, and it contains materials that increase its stability, therefore, it is recommended to be used for the back teeth.

    Zirconia dental crown benefits:
    1- Resistance to tartar formation on the teeth.
    2- Biocompatible with body tissues and does not cause allergies, which makes it suitable for long time usage, it is also the first choice in the case of titanium allergy.
    3- Adequate biomechanical properties.
    4- Free of minerals, therefore it is suitable in case of mineral sensitivity.
    5- Appearance is similar to natural teeth and color can be determined to suit the teeth.
    6- It does not need a metal filler to maintain its hardness.
    7- Unlike other materials It is durable, which reduces the possibility of being broken or corroded.
    8- It does not cause any unpleasant odors in the mouth.
    9- Maintaining the health of the mouth and periodontal tissues.
    10- Ease of size adjustment and manufacture: Due to its chemical properties, it is possible to resort to multiple methods to create patient-friendly zirconia dental crown, which reduces the possibility of error, in addition to the advanced technologies that ensure that the sizes are controlled by a computer.
    11- More comfortable and convenient for their users as it does not transfer heat and cold to the same extent as other materials.

    How to care about zirconia dental crowns:
    Although zirconia dental implants are more expensive, whether to replace damaged teeth or damaged crowns, caring for zirconia crowns make them a long-term investment.

    Given the durability of zircon and its resistance to external pigmentation, it will not be difficult to take care of it and its appearance, you can just do the following:
    Pay attention to brushing your teeth periodically using a suitable brush and paste that does not cause zirconium scratching, in addition to using dental floss to remove what is stuck in it. You should also go to the dentist periodically to ensure the health of your teeth.

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