Metal free dental restorations made of high quality zirconia

Zircon (ZrSiO4) is the oldest mineral in the earth’s crust and it is the base for zirconium dioxide (ZrO2, performance material has been successfully used in hip surgery since the 70‘s and since the 90‘s it is also used ity, zirconia is the preferred material for modern dental restorations among dental ceramic materials available today.

High translucency and naturalness Precoloured or manually personalisable with the patient’s tooth colour Excellent health compatibility Extreme solidity

Interior view 3-units bridge The high translucency of the zirconia, enhanced by the tion – black margins possible vidual patient’s tooth colour favours the aesthetic and nia’s light colour, there are no black margins in case of case with metal restorations. no black margins

sorption of hazardous substances or microorganisms and which makes cleaning fast and easy. Moreover, the natural tooth is not abrased by zirconia, which was erties assure rehabilitations comfortable to wear and good hygiene.

lergies or intolerance in the mouth thanks to its particu larly high compatibility with the mucous membrane not harm nerves, since it transfers heat and cold more slowly than dental restorations made of metal. In addition, its easy cleaning helps to prevent peri odontitis.

With a correct dental construction, zirconia dental restorations are an investment for life. Due to the extreme hardness and high density of the material, it withstands the highest biting force within all areas of the mouth, it does not wear off and so its colour remains unchanged.

ble dental restorations and retains the fresh and neat appearance of the natural teeth. Thanks to its stability arch bridges can be produced. Endow yourself and your loved ones with a carefree smile!

FACTS AND POSSIBILITIES General What is zirconia? Zirconium dioxide (ZrO2 a compound of the element zirconium (Zr), and is mainly obtained from the mineral called zircon (ZrSiO4), which can be found in nature. Since the mid 90’s it is used in prosthetic dentistry as it is a material for any kind of dental restoration, from single crowns Not all zirconia is equal – Zirconia from Zirkonzahn and pressed into blanks. Out of the still “soft” zirconia blank, the dental restoration is milled in the desired form at the dental characterized by exceptional flexural strength, hardness and constant dimensional...

Zirkonzahn manufactures zirconia with different translucency characteristics, like: ICE Zirkon Translucent for layering with ceramics, Prettau® Zirconia especially suitable for large and stable restorations and Prettau® Anterior® for very aesthetic jobs. There is no need to layer Prettau® Zirconia restorations with ceramics, which prevents ceramic chipping. Zirkonzahn Headquarters in Gais, South Tyrol

FACTS AND POSSIBILITIES Which types of dental restorations exist? Dental prosthesis, It is also possible to combine these two types. With the help of a crown (partial crown) reconstructed. To be able to attach a crown to a damaged tooth and to provide enough space for the crown, the dentist grinds the tooth.

A bridge the patient’s mouth for different reasons (e.g. neighbouring teeth are too weak or too damaged), then one should resort to a removable prosthesis in the form of partial or full denture. Partial prostheses can be supported by the teeth still existing in the mouth, full prostheses on the other hand are used for edentulous cases. An implant like a dowel in the wall, act as anchoring for crowns and bridges.

FACTS AND POSSIBILITIES Which materials are used for dental restorations? Amalgam: damaged tooth. Due to the mercury content, allergic reactions can arise. Precious metal alloys: resistant in the patient’s mouth unlike other materials (acids or saliva). However, it is heat and cold conducting and can therefore lead to sensitivity reactions. Non-precious metal alloy: alloy components are possible.

Ceramics: Ceramics have many positive characteristics such as biocompatibility and natural appearance and are thus perfectly suitable for dental prostheses, veneers and inlays. Zirconia is a high performance ceramic with many applications in dental technology. It can be used monolithically and in combination with other materials like titanium, e.g. for bars. Composite: occur. Resin: Due to their properties, resins are mainly employed for short and resins are also used in splint therapy.

Due to an accident, the patient’s teeth chipped. She wanted a radiant, bright and authentic dental prosthesis. This was achieved by using zirconia. Nely, 36 – Mexico City, Mexico MDT Eladio González. Fusión Taller Dental – Cuernavaca, Mexico

gins are visible in case of receding gingiva. On the contrary, this can occur with a traditional metal dental Maria, 38 – Milan, Italy prosthesis. Antonio Lazetera Dental Laboratory – Savona, Italy Dr. Giampaolo Folegatti Dental Practice – Milan, Italy

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