Zirconia dental crowns
Crowns made of zirconia, a very strong ceramic, to restore damaged or weakened teeth with a natural look.
What are zirconium crowns?
Dental prostheses made of highly resistant and durable ceramic material.
Commonly used in dentistry for aesthetic and functional properties.
Manufactured with CAD/CAM technology for maximum precision.
Looks and functions like a natural tooth after placement.
Fracture resistant, durable, and biocompatible.
Each case is unique. Consult with a dentist to determine suitability.
Advantages of zirconium
Advantages
- Resistance: Extremely resistant to fracture and wear.
- Biocompatibility: Safe for oral tissues.
- Precision: High-precision CAD/CAM manufacturing.
Considerations
- Cost: More expensive due to material and technology.
- Exceptional fragility: In exceptional cases, more prone to fracture.
- Opposite wear: May wear opposing teeth.
Zirconia is one of the possible materials for a dental crown, together with ceramic, porcelain-fused-to-metal and lithium disilicate. For the most visible front teeth, porcelain caps have a translucency very similar to enamel. If the tooth has been lost and is replaced with an implant, it can also carry a zirconia crown on an implant.
How are they made?
The clinical procedure involves the following steps:
Clinical procedure
Evaluation and preparation
Tooth carving and prior treatment if needed.
Taking impressions
Impressions sent to laboratory.
Color selection
Selection to match natural teeth.
Temporary crown
Protection during fabrication.
Fabrication
CAD/CAM technology in laboratory.
Fitting and adjustment
Fit and aesthetic verification.
Cementation
Permanent fixation.
Final adjustment
Occlusion verification.
The clinical procedure may vary depending on circumstances and professional preferences.
How many appointments at ENIQ?
At most clinics, at least two appointments are needed. At ENIQ, we simplify the process thanks to advanced technology.
- Initial evaluation: Examination and planning.
- All in one day: Preparation, digital capture, and placement.
Zirconium, disilicate, or metal-porcelain?
The choice depends on patient needs, tooth location, desired aesthetics, and dentist recommendation.
- Zirconium: Advantages: Very resistant, biocompatible. Considerations: More expensive.
- Lithium disilicate: Advantages: Aesthetic and translucent, resistant. Considerations: Higher cost.
- Metal-porcelain: Advantages: Good combination of strength and aesthetics. Considerations: May show gray line at gum.
Discuss the different materials with your dentist to determine the best solution.
What are the benefits at ENIQ?
Benefits of CAD/CAM technology for zirconium crowns:
Greater precision
Digital scanning for precise fit.
Personalization
Custom shape, size, color, and texture.
Speed
Faster process than traditional methods.
Less waiting
Same-day fabrication possible.
Less discomfort
No uncomfortable impression materials.
The combination of zirconium crowns and CAD/CAM technology provides significant benefits.
What is the success rate?
Zirconium crown prices
Zirconia crown
Price per tooth
Zirconium crown prices vary by several factors. Starting price is €400 per piece.
CAD/CAM technology
Frequently asked questions about zirconia crowns
Answers to common questions about zirconia crowns in Madrid. customer service.
At Clínica ENIQ, a zirconia crown costs from €400 per tooth. The final price depends on each case, for example whether the tooth first needs a root canal; we confirm it at your assessment.
Yes. "Cap" is the everyday name for a dental crown: a piece that completely covers the prepared tooth to restore its shape, function and appearance.
Zirconia is very strong and durable, biocompatible and metal-free, so it does not leave the greyish line at the gum that porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns sometimes show, and those also require more tooth reduction. Lithium disilicate is another very aesthetic option. The right material depends on each tooth and we decide it at your assessment.
High durability with survival rate exceeding 95% after five years.
Suitable for most patients, depends on evaluation.
Natural translucency matching adjacent teeth.
Brush three times daily, floss, regular dental visits.