Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are made from different materials and sold by various brands. E.max and Zicornia are two brands that manufacture dental crowns. E.max crowns are made from lithium disilicate, whereas Zicornia crowns are made from a material known as zirconium. Therefore, the looks, functionality and the durability of these crows can differ depending on the material.
The lithium disilicate E.max crowns are made of is a form of ceramic. This is one of the best materials currently available for making dental crowns. Lithium disilicate is known for its durability and toughness. The material is also pleasingly translucent, which makes shading the crown to look like natural teeth much easier. In fact, E-max crows are considered one of the best available to make dental crowns that look strikingly similar to natural teeth.
Zirconium is a naturally-occurring crystal known for its toughness. The crystal is so hardy, it’s even thought to be indestructible. As tough as it is, zirconium is also biocompatible, which means it can last in the human body. As a result, the crystal is used is many medical procedures, including creating dental crowns. Brands like Zirconia use the crystal to create long-lasting dental crowns.
Both E-max and zirconium crowns could be used to fix broken or otherwise damaged teeth, severely decayed teeth, missing teeth, discolored teeth, or crooked teeth. Both materials can effectively replace old PFM crowns showing metal lines. If there’s a distinguishable difference between the two, it’s that E-max is noticeably more translucent. Patients who want their front teeth replaced to restore smiles may prefer E-max for its translucency. There’s a common misconception that zirconium is better for back teeth than E-max crowns. Though E-max crowns are translucent, the material can be molded to be sturdy enough to replace back molars.
