Our Product Highlight — Zirconia

Choosing the Right Zirconia Restoration for Your Patients

At Berkeley Dental Laboratory, we believe in working together with our doctors when planning cases to ensure the best outcomes for our patients. We carefully assess and consider the preferences, functional requirements, and aesthetic goals of our doctors and patients to select the most appropriate restoration.

We understand the importance of offering options that balance strength and aesthetics. Today, we're diving into the world of zirconia restorations. Zirconia represents strength, aesthetics, and longevity in modern dentistry. Crafted with precision and utilizing cutting-edge digital technology, zirconia offer patients a solution for restoring both function and beauty to their smiles.

Why Choose Zirconia?

1. Unmatched Strength: Zirconia, known for its exceptional durability. This ensures longevity and resistance to wear, making it an option for patients requiring strong, reliable dental work.

2. Natural Aesthetics: zirconia mimics the translucency and color of natural teeth, providing patients with aesthetically pleasing results with a lifelike appearance.

3. Biocompatibility: Zirconia is biocompatible, meaning it is non-toxic and well-tolerated by the body. Patients can enjoy peace of mind knowing that their restorations are safe and compatible with their oral health.

4. Minimally Invasive Preparation: zirconia restorations require minimal tooth structure removal. Preserving as much natural tooth as possible while still achieving optimal restoration fit and function, promotes long-term dental health and reduces the risk of complications.

   

When to Prescribe Zirconia:

1. High-Stress Areas: For patients with bruxism or those requiring restorations in areas subject to significant biting forces, such as molars, zirconia restorations provide the strength needed to withstand these pressures, ensuring longevity and durability.

2. Aesthetic Demands: When patients desire both strength and aesthetic appeal in their dental restorations, zirconia offers an ideal balance. Whether restoring a single tooth or multiple teeth, zirconia restorations deliver natural-looking results without sacrificing durability.

3. Patients with Metal Allergies: For individuals with metal allergies or sensitivities, zirconia restorations offer a metal-free alternative that is both biocompatible and aesthetically pleasing, ensuring patient comfort and satisfaction.

Different types of zirconia we offer and their unique benefits:

Solid Zirconia Crowns

Solid zirconia crowns are known for their exceptional strength and durability. They are ideal for patients who require strong restorations, especially for posterior teeth where chewing forces are greatest. Solid zirconia crowns are a reliable choice for cases where strength is paramount.

High Translucent Solid Zirconia Crowns

For patients who prioritize aesthetics without compromising too much on strength, high translucent solid zirconia crowns are an excellent option. They offer improved translucency compared to traditional solid zirconia, resulting in restorations that blend seamlessly with natural teeth.

Zirconia with Layered Porcelain Crowns

Combining strength and lifelike aesthetics, zirconia with layered porcelain crowns is a perfect choice to achieve a natural appearance or when customization is needed to mirror surrounding teeth. These restorations feature a zirconia substructure for strength designed and manufactured digitally with porcelain that is overlaid by hand.

When deciding on the type of zirconia crown for your patient, consider the specific clinical needs as well as their aesthetic expectations. We are here to assist you in selecting the most suitable option based on each case's requirements. At Berkeley Dental Laboratory we are dedicated to delivering top-quality zirconia crowns that meet both functional and aesthetic demands. Our state-of-the-art technology, experience and attention to detail ensure precise craftsmanship and patient satisfaction.

Thank you for your confidence and continued trust in Berkeley Dental Laboratory. We look forward to enhancing our patients' smiles together!