It’s not common public knowledge to the public, but you have multiple options when you get a crown on the material that the crown is made out of.
Some dentists do all crowns the same way, using the same material. This does not benefit you at all.
If you’ve ever chipped a piece of porcelain in your home, you know how easy that is to do. It’s not the strongest material.
Now imagine a dentist putting a porcelain crown on your back molar. That’s not what you want. In this case, a zirconium crown would be a better choice, because zirconium won’t break or wear.
Zirconium crowns do cost a little more upfront, but over your lifetime, it will likely save you thousands – since you’ll likely never have to replace it again.
Do not assume your dentist offers or even knows the difference between these materials. Educate and advocate for yourself. This simple table outlines the differences between multiple dental crown materials. Even if you’re not a patient at Moonlight Beach Dental, make sure you get the best material possible for your crown.