Zirconia ceramics: Opening a new era of dental repair

In today's dental repair field, zirconia ceramics are definitely a dazzling star. Imagine that missing or damaged teeth not only affect aesthetics, but also cause many inconveniences to daily diet and life. The emergence of zirconia ceramics is like bringing a new dawn to patients. Today, let's talk about its magical application in the field of dental repair materials.

1. Why can zirconia ceramics “shine” in the dental field?

Super mechanical properties: Zirconia ceramics have ultra-high strength and hardness, and their bending strength can reach more than 1000MPa, which means that it can withstand strong chewing force and is not easy to wear and break. Just like a sturdy bridge, it can steadily bear the weight of passing vehicles. Restorations such as crowns and bridges made of zirconia ceramics can also easily cope with daily chewing movements and provide patients with a reliable experience.

Good biocompatibility: This is essential for human implants. Zirconia ceramics will not cause irritation to the soft tissues of the oral cavity, nor will they cause allergic reactions. They are like a friendly “outsider” and can be well integrated into the oral environment. Unlike some metal materials, it may cause problems such as redness, swelling and inflammation of the gums, making it more reassuring for patients to use.

Comparable to the aesthetics of natural teeth: The color of zirconia ceramics is very similar to that of natural teeth, and it has good light transmittance, so the restorations made look natural and lifelike. Whether it is in strong light or in daily social interaction, it is difficult to be noticed as dentures, which meets the high requirements of patients for aesthetics. Especially for the repair of anterior teeth, its aesthetic effect has been favored by many patients.

2. The specific application of zirconia ceramics in dental repair

Making crowns: Crowns are a common way of repairing teeth. When teeth are severely decayed, worn out, or broken, crowns need to be worn to restore the shape and function of the teeth. Zirconia ceramic crowns are not only durable, but also beautiful and natural. For example, if a patient has most of the defects in the dental body due to dental caries, the doctor can prepare the teeth, take the mold and use zirconia ceramics to make a suitable crown, and put it on the remaining dental body to rejuvenate the teeth.

Build a dental bridge: For the case of missing several teeth in a row, a dental bridge is an effective repair method. Zirconia ceramics can make multi-unit porcelain-baked bridges, which solves the shortcomings of other all-ceramic systems that cannot make long bridges. It takes healthy teeth on both sides of the missing teeth as abutments, and connects the artificial teeth with the abutments through a connecting body, which is like a bridge across the missing teeth, restoring the chewing function and beauty of the teeth.

Used for inlay and onlay repair: When there are smaller defects in the teeth, inlays and onlays are good choices. The inlays and high inlays made of zirconia ceramics can be accurately embedded in the defective parts of the teeth, closely fit with the teeth, and restore the shape and occlusal relationship of the teeth. Moreover, due to its good wear resistance and chemical stability, it can be used for a long time, reducing the chance of re-repair.

3. The development status and prospects of zirconia ceramics in the dental field

At present, the share of zirconia ceramics in the dental repair materials market is constantly expanding, and more and more dentists and patients recognize its advantages. With the development of computer CAD/CAM technology, the production of zirconia ceramic restorations has become more accurate and efficient. Through laser scanning, computer-aided design, and three-dimensional CNC machine tool processing, the production is completely controlled by a computer program. Its precision allows the edge closure of the prosthesis to fit perfectly, which is conducive to the protection of the periodontal pulp.

However, zirconia ceramics also face some challenges, such as the relatively high material cost, which limits its popularity to a certain extent. However, with the continuous progress of technology and the expansion of production scale, the cost is expected to be reduced. In the future, zirconia ceramics in the field of dental repair is expected to develop in a more personalized and intelligent direction, bringing better treatment results and experiences to patients.

In short, the application of zirconia ceramics in the field of dental repair materials has brought a boon to countless patients. If you have any questions about the application of zirconia ceramics in dentistry, or have related experiences that you want to share, please leave a message in the comments area to communicate!