What is Zirconia? and How it Can Change Your Smile

If you’re in the market for a new smile, you want to be sure you’re picking the right material - Something that will look natural, last a lifetime, resist stains, and give you the smile you want. Something like zirconia. But what is Zirconia?

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Here’s everything you need to know about what zirconia is and how zirconia dental implants can restore your smile.

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See if you may be a candidate for zirconia dental implants with this 60-second quiz!

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How Zirconia is Created and Produced

Zirconia is a ceramic material known for its exceptional strength and durability. 

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It begins as a mineral called zircon, which is purified and processed into zirconia powder. This powder is then shaped and turned into a solid disc.

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This disc is what the Nuvia lab uses to then create zirconia teeth that are customized for your mouth and with your preferences.

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The resulting set of fake teeth is not only incredibly strong but also has a very natural look.

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What is a Zirconia Crown vs a Zirconia Arch?

Zirconia is just a material, so it can be used for various dental procedures. 

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A zirconia crown is an individual cap that covers a damaged tooth, while a zirconia arch is an upper or lower set of fake teeth created from zirconia.

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If you have multiple missing or failing teeth, a zirconia arch is a strong, durable, and beautiful option for replacing them and getting your smile back.

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What is Zirconia Teeth in 24 Hours?

Missing and failing teeth can take a real toll and get in the way of everyday life. When it comes to restoring your smile so you can eat, talk, and smile without worries - you don’t want to wait.

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Traditional methods of giving patients dental implants can take up to 10+ months before a patient receives their permanent teeth. Not at Nuvia.

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You can get permanent, zirconia teeth 24 hours after your dental implant surgery. Rather than waiting months for your permanent teeth, you can begin using and enjoying your permanent teeth right away.

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Permanent vs Temporary Teeth

You may have heard of “teeth-in-a-day”. This describes the process of getting fake teeth immediately after a dental implant procedure. HOWEVER, these teeth are not permanent teeth as described above, they are temporary teeth.

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Usually made from acrylic plastics, these temporary teeth are placeholders while a patient’s permanent teeth are created over the course of what could be up to 10+ months.

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Temporary teeth are not as custom fit, not as durable and strong as zirconia, and may be prone to breaks, chips, or cracks.

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Cost of Zirconia Dental Implants

Now that you know the answer to “what is zirconia” and a bit about how it can transform your smile - you may be wondering how much zirconia dental implants cost.

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We’ve made the answer to that and all your other cost-related questions simple and easy to find in the Dental Implant Cost Guide.

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Permanent solutions like zirconia dental implants are going to have a higher upfront cost than temporary solutions that don’t require surgery. However, temporary solutions may need to be replaced, repaired, or refitted over time, adding significantly to the cost. In the long run, dental implants prove to be very cost-efficient.

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It’s important to note that each person’s mouth and situation is different so factors like complexity, location, and additional procedures may factor into the cost. 

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To see some cost comparisons and find out more about available monthly payment plans, download the Dental Implant Cost Guide below.

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