Zirconia Crowns

Product Introduction

Zirmax (3y)

Zirmax Zirconia is designed for maximum strength, making it ideal for bruxing
patients and high-stress areas. Its unmatched durability provides long-lasting
performance in posterior restorations.

Zirlite (4Y)

Zirlite Zirconia is the perfect all-around solution, offering the best of both
worlds—strength and aesthetics. It’s suitable for both anterior and posterior
restorations, delivering reliability and natural beauty in every case.

Optic (5y)

Optic Zirconia is engineered for anterior restorations where aesthetics are
paramount. With its high translucency and lifelike appearance, it ensures your
patients leave with a confident smile.

Zirconia Material Performance

Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ)
Zirconia enhanced with yttrium oxide offers varying levels of translucency and strength depending on the yttria content.

3Y Zirconia: High strength, lower translucency—ideal for posterior and bruxing cases.
4Y Zirconia: Balanced strength and translucency—versatile for all cases.
5Y Zirconia: High translucency, moderate strength—best for anterior aesthetics.

Yttria Content

Translucency

Strength (MPa)

Best For

Zirconia FAQ

For posterior crowns, ensure an occlusal reduction of 1.5–2.0 mm and a gingival margin reduction of 0.5 mm using a chamfer or shoulder margin. For anterior crowns, provide at least 0.3 mm of space for the crown’s wall thickness, with an incisal reduction of 1.0–2.0 mm and a gingival margin reduction of 0.5 mm.

The double cord technique is highly effective, offering enhanced accessibility and improved tissue displacement.

Zirconia crowns offer exceptional durability, biocompatibility, and aesthetics. They are metal-free, making them suitable for patients with metal allergies, and can be precisely fabricated using digital workflows for a perfect fit.

Use cements containing MDP (10-Methacryloyloxydecyl dihydrogen phosphate) for optimal bonding.

Yes, zirconia crowns, especially those made from 3Y zirconia, are highly durable and can withstand the forces exerted by patients with bruxism.

Zirconia crowns provide superior strength and are better suited for posterior or high-stress areas, while eMax offers higher translucency and aesthetics, ideal for anterior restorations.

View Other Crown & Bridge Materials

Ready to explore more options?
Check out Method Dental Lab’s full range of crown and bridge materials:

eMax
Crowns

Highly aesthetic and strong restorations for anterior and posterior use.

Porcelain-Fused-to-Zirconia (PFZ) Crowns

Combines the aesthetics of porcelain with the strength of zirconia.

Full Gold Crowns
(FGC)

Timeless strength and biocompatibility for posterior restorations.