Aesthetic Zirconium Coating; It is a treatment in which the material obtained by applying porcelain on the infrastructure consisting of the alloy of zirconium oxide material is used. The distinguishing feature of aesthetic zirconium coating treatment is that it has a white background. Full crowns, bridges, implant tops, laminate Zirconium coating treatment is preferred in veneers , post core construction and inlay restorations. Since it is a light-permeable material, zirconium coatings provide a very natural and aesthetic appearance. The methods used in the production of zirconium coating ensure that the margin of error is close to zero. It is a resistant substance that is compatible with gums. It does not cause dark coloration or reflection problems. It is preferred because it is a treatment that meets the patient’s high aesthetic expectations.
What is Zirconium Coating?
Zirconium coating; It is a type of veneer that can be used on both back and front teeth. In order to achieve the natural tooth color, it is preferred to coat with zirconium material instead of porcelain. The veneer material obtained after processing the zirconium material ensures that the patient’s teeth have an aesthetic appearance and at the same time they can use their veneers comfortably. Since it is a type of coating without metal support, patients are prevented from experiencing tooth sensitivity problems. Compared to metal-supported coatings, the treatment time is shorter. The treatment phase is done digitally with the developing technology and therefore the treatment is completed in a short time.
How is Zirconium Coating Done?
Zirconium coating treatment is applied to the patient under local anesthesia. Therefore, the patient does not feel any pain or suffering during the application. In addition, the patient does not feel any pain during the measurement process for zirconium coatings. The application stages of zirconium coating are explained below:
- An intraoral examination is required to determine whether the patient is suitable for zirconium coating treatment. Before zirconium coating, it should be checked whether a different treatment is required.
- If the patient meets the necessary conditions for treatment, local anesthesia is first applied and then the numbness is waited for before starting the procedure.
- In order for the veneer to be applied, the teeth are slightly reduced and the tip of the teeth is thinned.
- For veneers, measurements of the patient’s teeth are taken. By using intraoral scanning devices, a model appropriate to the measurements is obtained. Temporary dental crowns are glued to the patient’s teeth until permanent crowns are prepared according to the measurements taken.
- For permanent zirconium coatings, a color selection is made that matches the patient’s original tooth color. The dentist and the patient make a joint decision on color preference.
- Once the veneers are prepared, they are permanently bonded to the patient’s teeth. However, the veneers are temporarily adhered for a week to see if the patient has any problems with the veneers. It is an application made to intervene in possible problems earlier. If no problems occur, the veneers are permanently bonded.
- After receiving zirconium coating treatment, the patient must go to the dentist for check-ups at regular intervals. The lifespan of zirconium coatings can be extended if regular check-ups are carried out and oral and dental cleaning is not neglected.
Zirconium Coating Prices
Zirconium coating fees are affordable in terms of price and performance as the lifespan of zirconium coating is long. Factors that directly affect zirconium coating prices are as follows:
- The quality of the material used affects zirconium coating prices.
- The number of teeth to be coated with zirconium in the mouth affects the treatment costs. The price varies if it is applied to a single tooth or all teeth in the mouth.
- In zirconium coating treatment, the price is calculated by including labor.
- Zirconium coating prices vary depending on the dentist’s knowledge and the treatment method he will apply.
In Which Situations Is Zirconium Coating Applied?
Situations where zirconium coating is preferred are as follows:
- Aesthetic Zirconium Coating can be applied to patients who have color changes in their teeth due to previous antibiotics .
- Zirconium dental coating treatment is applied to patients who have yellowing of their teeth due to hereditary reasons.
- If the desired result is not achieved despite the teeth whitening treatment, zirconium coating treatment is preferred.
- Zirconium coating is applied to correct fractures in teeth that have been cut and have metal-supported bridges or crowns.
- Zirconium material is preferred for coating implant -supported dentures on the teeth in the front group .
- It is a treatment method used to restore teeth with excessive material loss.
- Zirconium treatment is preferred for patients with curvature, crookedness or excessive wear on their teeth.
- Patients who do not like the appearance of their teeth can receive zirconium coating treatment within the scope of smile aesthetics due to aesthetic concerns.
How Long Does the Aesthetic Zirconium Coating Process Take?
Zirconium coating treatment duration varies for each patient. Personalized treatment planning is made according to the oral conditions of the patients. However, after the patients’ teeth are measured, it takes an average of 6-7 days for the zirconium veneers to be ready for bonding. During this process, temporary crowns are glued to the patient’s teeth. Temporary veneers in sizes suitable for the patient’s teeth are prepared on the same day.
What are the Features of Aesthetic Zirconium Coatings?
The qualities of zirconium coating are stated below:
- These are coatings made of zirconium material, which has high strength and does not allow cracks to spread. Therefore, it is a very strong and indestructible material. It is not prone to breakage or chipping, and the coatings do not scratch during use.
- Compared to gold-based coatings, it imitates teeth better than gold coatings and is a better material than gold coating in terms of hardness.
- When compared to porcelain, it is an average of five times stronger material than porcelain. In addition, there is no problem of hot or cold sensitivity with zirconium coatings.
- It is not a substance that can cause concern in terms of chemical toxicity. It does not dissolve in the mouth and is not absorbed by the body.
- After zirconium coating, patients do not need to be careful in their food consumption. However, they should not try to break shelled foods with their teeth and should be careful not to consume extremely hot foods.
- It is possible for the patient to use zirconium coatings without any problems for up to 10 years after careful use.
- Although there is no color change in zirconium coatings, it is possible for the patient to whiten his teeth if he does not maintain his coatings regularly and observes yellowing.
- Zirconium coatings are very easy to maintain. The patient should brush his teeth regularly during the day and keep the areas that the toothbrush cannot reach clean with an interdental brush and dental floss. It is also recommended to use mouthwash during this process.
- Before applying zirconium coating, gum discomfort must be minimized. However, zirconium coatings do not have any negative effects against gum diseases.
What are the advantages of Aesthetic Zirconium Coating?
The pros of zirconium coating are given below:
- Since it is light permeable, an image close to the patient’s natural tooth color is obtained. In this way, a natural appearance is achieved and it is not obvious that there is a coating on the teeth.
- Compared to traditional metal-on-porcelain treatments, it is a treatment that is more compatible with the gums. After zirconium coating treatment, there is no purplish appearance on the gums.
- Due to its smooth and slippery porcelain structure, there is no plaque accumulation on the outer surface of zirconium coatings. Therefore, even if patients consume coloring foods after their treatment is completed, there is no change in the color of their coats.
- Preferring zirconium coating on the front teeth, which are in the foreground, provides a more advantageous result in terms of aesthetic appearance.
- It is a biocompatible material. Some patients are allergic to metals. Therefore, when porcelain veneer with metal infrastructure is applied, allergic effects come to the fore. However, after zirconium coating treatment, the patient does not experience an allergic reaction.
- Since it does not contain metal, it does not cause any changes in taste or odor in the mouth.
- In traditional metal-on-porcelain veneers, more tooth tissue is cut to prevent the gray appearance that may occur due to metal. However, zirconium coating is a treatment performed by cutting less dental tissue from the tooth.
- Hot and cold sensitivity that may occur in the patient after the treatment is less than other coating treatments.
- It is very difficult to achieve the same appearance as the other teeth in the mouth with a single tooth crown. However, the tooth covered with zirconium coating cannot be distinguished from other teeth in the mouth.
Can Zirconium Dental Veneers Be Replaced?
Two different methods can be applied when replacing zirconium coatings . One of these methods is to remove the coatings by applying force from the point where the coating ends. The second method is; It is the cutting of the veneers and their removal from the tooth without damaging the tooth. The method by which the veneers will be removed varies depending on the patient’s oral condition and preferences. Aesthetic zirconium coating can be replaced and renewed without damaging the teeth.
