Question 1

Will my crown look natural?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Modern all-ceramic and zirconia crowns are color-matched to your surrounding teeth and translucent like natural enamel — no dark metal line at the gum.

Question 2

How many visits does it take?

Accepted Answer

Typically two visits: one to prep and scan the tooth and place a temporary, and a second to bond the final crown.

Question 3

Is the procedure painful?

Accepted Answer

The prep is done under local anesthesia and is comfortable. Most patients feel only mild sensitivity for a day or two afterward.

Question 4

How long do crowns last?

Accepted Answer

With good hygiene, a well-fitted ceramic or zirconia crown typically lasts 15+ years.

Question 5

Will my crown stain?

Accepted Answer

Porcelain and zirconia are stain-resistant and will not discolor like natural enamel. They keep their color for the life of the crown.

Question 6

Do you offer zirconia material crowns?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We offer zirconia crowns for patients who want maximum strength and durability.

Question 7

What is zirconia? What is a zirconia crown?

Accepted Answer

Zirconia is a strong, biocompatible ceramic material that looks like natural tooth enamel. A zirconia crown is a tooth-shaped cap made from this material that covers a damaged tooth to restore its shape, strength, and appearance.

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