Metal-ceramic crown on an implant

Metal-ceramic crowns on implants are a reliable and affordable way to restore lost teeth

Metal-ceramic crowns are a classic in dental prosthetics. Their design combines a metal frame and a ceramic coating, which ensures durability and acceptable aesthetics. Metal-ceramic crowns on implants are often used to restore lost teeth in the chewing area, where resistance to stress is important and aesthetic requirements are lower than in the smile zone.

The orthodontists at Club 32, a family dental clinic in the Holosiivskyi district of Kyiv, have a portfolio of many successful cases of restoring lost teeth using artificial root implants (implants) followed by the installation of metal-ceramic crowns.

We practice an individual approach to prosthetics – we develop a unique treatment plan for each patient, allowing us to install a metal-ceramic crown on an implant, taking into account the specifics of the clinical situation, wishes, and at an affordable price. In addition, you can pay for the cost of treatment in installments and without overpaying.

Stages of manufacturing and installing a metal-ceramic crown on an implant

Metal-ceramic dental implantation is a multi-stage process that requires careful preliminary planning. In our dental clinic, implantation and subsequent prosthetics are considered part of a single treatment plan aimed at complete restoration of the function and aesthetics of the dentition. Therefore, from the very beginning of treatment, the orthopedist works closely with the implant surgeon.

In the first stage, the team of doctors performs a comprehensive diagnosis:

• scans the oral cavity
• analyzes the bite
• evaluates the volume and quality of bone tissue
• if necessary, a CT scan is performed (the examination is carried out at our clinic)

Based on the data obtained, digital planning of the implantation is performed. The position of the implant is calculated so that the crown does not interfere with the bite after fixation. Particular attention is paid to the parameters of the future orthopedic structure — its shape, size, and position in the dental arch. These characteristics determine the location, angle, and depth of the implant. This approach allows us to predict the outcome of treatment in advance and ensure long-term and trouble-free operation of both the implant and the crown installed on it.

The next stage is implantation. The use of a surgical template ensures that the digital model of the implant placement strictly corresponds to its actual position in the bone. If necessary, bone grafting (bone augmentation) is performed before implantation. After the implant is placed, the osseointegration (implant healing) period begins. Depending on the type of implant and the clinical picture, this can take from several weeks to several months.

After successful osseointegration, a gum former is placed on the implant to create the correct contour of the soft tissues around the future crown. The former is then replaced with an abutment, which is a connecting element between the implant and the prosthetic structure. Next, digital scanning or impressions are taken, on the basis of which a crown is made in the dental laboratory.

At the final stage, the orthopedist places the metal-ceramic crown on the implant and checks the accuracy of the fit and occlusion. If necessary, minor adjustments are made immediately. After confirming the correct position, the crown is permanently fixed in place.

Advantages and disadvantages of metal-ceramic dental implants

The main advantage of metal-ceramic is its high strength. The metal frame is resistant to chewing loads, which makes prosthetics using a metal-ceramic crown on an implant an acceptable solution for restoring lateral teeth.

Another advantage is the more affordable cost of metal-ceramic compared to metal-free analogues. It is precisely this financial attractiveness that supports the stable demand for this type of orthopedic construction.

The disadvantages include lower aesthetics compared to zirconium and the risk of discoloration of the gums around the crown over time.

Service life of a metal-ceramic crown on an implant

The service life of metal-ceramic implants depends on three groups of factors:

Implant quality

At Club 32, we only work with implants that are world-renowned and have an impeccable reputation:

• high-quality South Korean MegaGen and Osstem
• the world's best Swiss implants with minimal healing time and a lifetime warranty from Straumann

Crown quality

The technology for manufacturing metal-ceramic crowns, unlike their metal-free counterparts, involves manual labor. Our clinic works only with the best dental laboratories. This allows us to guarantee our patients reliable and long-lasting treatment results.

Strict adherence to enhanced home hygiene and regular (twice a year) visits to a professional hygienist at the clinic

This is the patient's responsibility. Metal-ceramic crowns on implants are not natural teeth. They must be cleaned with an irrigator. Skipping professional cleanings is also strongly discouraged.

If these rules are followed, the structure can last up to twenty years.

If you are interested in having a metal-ceramic crown placed on an implant, welcome to Club 32, a family dental clinic in the Holosiivskyi district of Kyiv.

We employ highly qualified and experienced implant surgeons and orthopedists who use the most advanced dental technologies.

We guarantee European quality, affordable prices, and friendly service.

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