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Can Zirconia Teeth Be Done For Multiple Teeth?

Posted on Fri, 27 Feb 2015

Question: I have to get Zirconia teeth for 13 teeth (6 below front and 7 upper front).
Given the three parameters of look, usability and maintenance.. Shall I go for individual tooth, pair of two, or multiple?

Answered by Dr. Neha Sumra (15 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Go for complete set of bridge rather than single

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for writing in.

I would suggest to go for multiple teeth rather than individual. As per your parameters I would tell you aesthetically zirconia is best because its metal free but it is very heavy & very rigid so causes attrition of opposite tooth. Hence it is suggested to get multiple teeth together, so that your natural tooth also gets prevented from attrition.
Consult your prosthodontist for further treatment plan.

Hope I answered your query

Wishing you good health

Regards
Dr. Neha Sumra

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju

Follow up: Dr. Neha Sumra (8 minutes later)

Thank you for your answer. But what if there is an issue layer with one of the teeth? Won't I have to remove them all together for addressing the issue with just one?

Answered by Dr. Neha Sumra (5 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Strength will be better together

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Yes, whenever there is problem it will be removed together but can be reused again.
Strength wise it’s better to get it placed as complete bridge. Before getting it started get a complete check- up of all your teeth. In case there is no problem with any teeth then you may go for it because after capping you will probably not have any issue.

Regards
Dr. Neha Sumra

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju