Zircon and Press-Ceramic Crowns E-max in Tbilisi

What a dental crown is

A crown is a restoration made for one tooth. It covers the visible part of the tooth and restores its shape and function. A zircon crown is made from zirconium dioxide. Press-ceramic EMAX Press is a lithium-disilicate glass-ceramic.

How zircon and press-ceramic crowns differ

Material

• Zircon crown: zirconium-dioxide ceramic.
• Press-ceramic EMAX Press: lithium-disilicate glass-ceramic.

Strength

• Zircon crown: usually higher mechanical strength; it varies by type.
• Press-ceramic EMAX Press: usually less mechanical strength than zircon.

Appearance

• Zircon crown: a natural look; how translucent it is depends on the type of zircon.
• Press-ceramic EMAX Press: can reproduce translucency and colour close to enamel.

Where it is used

• Zircon crown: front and chewing teeth, with the material chosen for the load.
• Press-ceramic EMAX Press: single crowns on front and chewing teeth, when it is indicated.

Who a crown is for

A crown can be the right choice when keeping the tooth needs a fuller restoration:

• the tooth is badly damaged by decay, a fracture or wear;
• a large filling has left the remaining tooth weak;
• the tooth needs extra protection after root-canal treatment;
• an old crown is damaged or no longer fits the tooth.

If a filling, a partial ceramic restoration or a veneer is enough, the doctor considers those too. Before a crown is chosen we assess how much healthy tooth can be kept.

Crowns at Dream Dental Group

We start with what you want, any discomfort and the condition of the teeth. We check the gums, existing fillings and crowns, and the bite. If needed we arrange an X-ray and talk through the possible ways to treat the tooth.

We pay attention to the tooth that remains, the chewing load, the colour of the neighbouring teeth and the teeth that show when you smile. The material is chosen for both looks and function. Before treatment starts we agree the plan, the likely timing and the cost.

How zircon and press-ceramic crowns are made

The treatment plan and preparation

If decay, the gums or the root canal need treatment, that comes first. When a tooth is badly damaged we assess whether the supporting part has to be rebuilt. The tooth needs a sound base before a crown is fitted.

Preparing the tooth

The tooth is prepared for the material and the crown that were chosen, with local anaesthetic when it is needed. How much is removed is individual. The aim is to keep healthy tissue and to make enough space for the crown; tissue that is removed does not grow back.

The impression and a temporary crown

We take an impression or a digital scan and choose the colour. While the laboratory makes the crown, a temporary crown protects the prepared tooth. It protects the tooth and keeps the appearance; the doctor gives you individual instructions for looking after it.

Making the crown and trying it in

The laboratory makes a zircon or press-ceramic crown. At the try-in we check the colour, the shape, the fit of the edges and the contact with the neighbouring teeth. Together we look at the smile and make adjustments if they are needed.

The final fit

Once the fit is right, the crown is bonded by the method chosen for the material and the clinical situation. We check the bite and comfort, give you care advice and plan a follow-up.

How long it takes

For a single crown, as a guide:

• preparing the tooth and taking an impression or scan — about 30–90 minutes;
• the try-in and final fit — about 30–90 minutes;
• laboratory work — often about 2–4 days.

Two main treatment visits are usual, besides the consultation beforehand and any extra treatment. Several crowns, root-canal treatment or an extra try-in add time. At Dream Dental Group the exact schedule is set from your plan.

The price of zircon and press-ceramic crowns

The starting price of one crown:

• A zircon crown — from 420 GEL.
• A press-ceramic EMAX crown — from 680 GEL.

The final price depends on how many crowns are needed, the design and whether the tooth needs treatment first. At the consultation we confirm what is included and whether an examination, a temporary crown or extra treatment is charged separately.

How long a crown lasts

A commonly used guide is 10–15 years; with good care a crown can last longer. For zircon and press-ceramic, the result depends on how it is fitted, on hygiene and on the chewing load. That is not a guaranteed term; over time a repair or a replacement may be needed.

How to look after crowns

• Brush twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste and a soft brush.
• Clean between the teeth every day with floss or a suitable brush.
• Avoid biting ice and hard objects; take particular care of a temporary crown.
• If you clench or grind, ask the doctor whether a protective guard is needed, and come for regular check-ups.

If a crown feels loose, is damaged, or chewing becomes painful, contact the clinic.

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