Zirconia Crowns in Turkey — Strength of Steel, Look of Porcelain

15-20+ years for monolithic zirconia, 12-15 years for layered zirconia, with proper care. The zirconia material itself can outlast the patient; failure usually comes from gum recession, recurrent caries below the crown, or trauma to the tooth.

Each has its place. Zirconia is stronger and more durable — better for back teeth and patients who grind. E.max porcelain has more lifelike translucency — better for front teeth where aesthetics matter most. Many full-mouth restorations use both: zirconia in the back, e.max in the front.

Layered zirconia (with hand-applied porcelain) is virtually indistinguishable from natural teeth. Monolithic zirconia is slightly more opaque but still excellent for back teeth where it is rarely visible. Our master ceramist hand-finishes every crown to match your natural tooth color and characterization.

No. Zirconia is 100% ceramic with no metal — completely biocompatible. Patients allergic to nickel or other base metals (a common problem with old PFM crowns) have no reaction to zirconia. This is one of the main reasons zirconia has replaced PFM as the gold standard.

Yes. Zirconia is the most popular material for implant crowns due to its strength and aesthetics. The crown is screwed or cemented onto the abutment. WeCare uses zirconia for over 80% of implant restorations — it pairs perfectly with titanium implants.

Under local anesthesia, the prosthodontist removes 1-1.5 mm of tooth structure on all sides to create space for the crown. This is more than a veneer (0.3-0.5 mm) but less than older PFM crown preparation. Temporary crowns are placed to protect the prepared tooth during the lab phase.

Sometimes. If the tooth has a large filling, deep decay, or visible cracks, a root canal may be necessary first to remove the inflamed nerve. We assess this from clinical exam + X-rays during your consultation. About 30% of crown patients need a root canal first; the procedure adds 1 day to your visit.

Cosmetic improvements (replacing healthy teeth for aesthetic reasons) are typically not covered. Restorative work (replacing damaged or missing teeth) is sometimes covered by private dental insurance — check with your insurer for "out-of-network treatment" reimbursement. We provide an itemized invoice in EUR for submission.