“Do zirconia crowns last forever?”

NO

Zirconia is a white solid ceramic mineral crystal that combines the strength of metal with the visual appeal of porcelain. In general, they can last between 10-15 years. But in some cases, if the tooth structure and the placement of the crown is perfect, a Zirconia crown can last a lifetime. No one lives forever so there’s really no real way to gauge how long that is!

Average crown duration is 10 to 30 years, Zirconia has not been around long enough to see.

Nothing lasts forever. Your god given teeth did not. Your filling did not. Zirconium is a very strong and beautiful material for crowns. If a tooth is properly prepared and shaped and an accurate impression is made. And is well fitting and proper shape and occlusion. Is cemented on the remaining tooth with great technique. Is adjusted as needed. Care is taken not to fracture with excessive forces. Is brushed and flossed properly. The diet of the patient is healthy. Then and only then can I say that there is a great chance of the zirconium crown or any crown lasting a long time. I Hope this is helpful

Nothing lasts forever. They last longer as long as you properly brush 2x/day and floss everyday as cavities can still form under the crowns. Ideally, we try to have the crowns last at least 7-10 years. Sometimes they last over 20-30 years. Dr. Totonchi

Hello, Zirconia crowns, also known by the trade name Bruxir crowns, are basically metal crowns that are matched to the shade of your natural teeth. Unlike porcelain fused to metal crowns, these crowns are devoid of the metal substrate, making them less bulky, thick and more lifelike in appearance. Most insurance companies treat them like porcelain fused to metal crowns and usually won't reimburse for another crown short of 5 years. This is known as a Tooth Replacement Clause in Dental Insurance. A person who has a procedure where they are receiving a Zirconia crown should expect it to last a minimum of 5 years, but depending upon the person who's maintaining it, some have been known to last a lifetime. Hope this helps, Edward D McDonald, DDS MBA McDonald Dental 3875 Holcomb Bridge Road Suite 1 Peachtree Corners, Ga 30092 678-304-4319

Crowns are a fantastic option for protecting a tooth before it breaks in a way that can potentially not be repaired. Just like any tooth, it can require replacement however you should expect to enjoy your crown for several years before requiring repair. The biggest factor in replacing crowns is often oral hygiene.