Zirconium Veneers
Zirconium is a white alloy used to replace classic porcelain bridges and lower dentures.
WHY IS ZIRCONIUM VENEER PREFERRED?
It is used in the treatment of advanced color changes that do not result in zirconium veneer bleaching methods, which are preferred to obtain a more aesthetic appearance. It is also used for incoherent and less crooked teeth and old fillings. The field of use of zirconium veneer is quite wide.
WHAT ARE THE AESTHETIC BENEFITS OF ZIRCONIUM VENEER?
The reason why patients prefer zirconium is because of its many benefits. It takes shape easily and turns into a white color easily. Their natural appearance makes them very similar to the main teeth. Therefore, it offers the closest naturalness. It is safe to stay in the mouth for years as they contain no metal. They are not sensitive and sensitive. It can withstand extreme heat and cold.
WHAT ARE THE DISADVANTAGES OF ZIRCONIUM VENEER?
Zirconium veneer is not suitable for use in cavities with long teeth. It is quite expensive compared to metal backed veneers.
HOW IS THE ZİRKONIUM VENEER PROCESS CARRIED OUT?
Zirconium veneer is done in oral and dental health centers. The patient is anesthetized so as not to feel any pain during the crown treatment. Teeth are reduced in size and measured in an appropriate amount. Temporary teeth are attached to the teeth that are reduced by filing. The choice of tooth color is also made together with the patient. It takes an average of 5 days to prepare the impressions of the teeth. After the teeth come through, the temporary teeth are removed and replaced with new teeth. The patient's treatment is completed with periodic doctor's check-ups.
HOW LONG IS THE LIFETIME OF THE ZIRCONIUM VENEER?
Patients who act according to the doctor's recommendations and practice good oral care extend the life of zirconium dental veneers. In case of health problems, patients can use the zirconium veneer for life.
IN WHICH SITUATIONS CAN ZIRCONIUM VENEER NOT BE CARRIED OUT?
The decision of the doctor is very important about zirconium veneer. Zirconium veneer is not preferred in circumstances where tooth gaps are large and more than one veneer needs to be fitted side by side. The reason for this situation is due to the lack of teeth to support the zirconium veneer. However, if the patient insists on a zirconium veneer, it is supported by implant application. But this process increases costs. The teeth develop with age. Therefore, a metal-based crown is preferable to a zirconium veneer for children under the age of 18.
IS ZIRCONIUM FRAGILE?
Zirconium is a special material that does not occur in nature. Zirconium oxide is formed in combination with oxygen. This substance is used in dentistry. With subsequent technological and chemical applications, the durability of zirconium is increased. Thanks to its light transmittance, it is most similar to natural teeth. It is a very durable and hard material. It is heat and cold resistant and does not corrode. In aesthetic dental applications, zirconium veneer is one of the most preferred crown types. It is used for both single tooth loss and multiple tooth loss. It is very resistant to breakage.
The more we take care of our natural teeth, the more attention we should pay to zirconium veneers.
WILL ZIRCONIUM VENEER DISCOLATE?
Zirconium, which is in high demand in dental veneers, is beneficial in many ways. The surface of the veneer is smooth and smooth. Thanks to this feature, it does not cause tartar formation. There is no color change because food debris cannot adhere to the teeth. It cannot change the color of the zirconium veneer in foods such as cigarettes, tea and coffee.
