What Are Zirconia Bridges?

A missing tooth not only makes it more difficult for an individual to eat and speak, it can also cause embarrassment and affect self-esteem. This is why a bridge can be such an important tool for cosmetic dentists. Creating a bridge for a client can give them back a beautiful smile and help them eat and speak without pain or embarrassment.

Dentists have several choices when it comes to choosing material for a bridge, including metal-based bridges and all ceramic bridges. Another popular option is a zirconia bridge. This type of bridge is made from Zirconium oxide, a form of dental ceramic prized for its durability and toughness. Another big benefit of a zirconia bridge is that it is biocompatible, meaning the human body won’t reject it. This is especially important if your clients have metal allergies that might flair in the presence of metal-based bridges. One final benefit of a zirconia bridge is that it won’t cause a gray line around the gums, which is seen all too often in metal bridges

Zirconia bridges are more expensive than other bridge models, but their performance and pleasing appearance are often worth the price. If you would like to find a dental lab near you capable of creating customized zirconia bridges for your patients, contact Space Maintainers Laboratories.