Prosthodontics
Zirconia crowns
Zirconia combines strength and aesthetics: it withstands chewing forces, contains no metal and leaves no dark line at the gum. We design and make every crown in our own laboratory in Sarajevo.
- no dark line at the gum
- Metal-free
- Premium – our full-zirconia work
- SaraMax
- design and milling in our lab
- CAD/CAM
Why zirconia?
Zirconia is a ceramic material with exceptional strength and good biocompatibility. It contains no metal, so there is no grey shimmer or dark line at the gum, and when properly finished it closely matches the colour of a natural tooth. That is why it is used both for back teeth, where chewing forces are greatest, and for visible teeth, where aesthetics are paramount.
Zirconia is also a common choice for crowns on implants, bridges and more extensive restorations where stability is important.
SaraMax Premium – zirconia crowns from our laboratory
SaraMax Premium is Saradent's own brand: our way of crafting premium restorations in full zirconia. It brings together high-quality zirconia materials, digital planning, precise fabrication and an individual design for every crown – all in our own dental laboratory. SaraMax is not a zirconia manufacturer but our standard of craftsmanship. More about SaraMax Premium.
How a zirconia crown is made in our laboratory
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Digital impression
The prepared tooth is scanned; the data goes straight to the laboratory, with no impressions to send.
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CAD design
The dental technician designs the crown in software – according to your bite, your neighbouring teeth and the shape of your smile.
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Milling
The crown is milled from a zirconia block on a CAD/CAM milling machine.
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Sintering
The zirconia is fired in a sintering furnace, where it gains its final strength.
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Finishing
The dental technician gives the crown its final colour and lustre – for SaraMax Premium work using our SaraMax process, a laboratory signature we keep to ourselves.
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Try-in and fitting
The shape, colour and bite are checked in the treatment room, followed by permanent cementation.
Zirconia or all-ceramic crown?
- Zirconia – greater strength; better suited to back teeth, teeth grinding, bridges and restorations on implants.
- All-ceramic crown – the highest light transmission; often the first choice for individual front teeth.
- Both materials are sometimes combined within one smile. The dentist makes a recommendation after your examination.
SaraMax Premium
Our signature in full zirconia.
SaraMax Premium is Saradent's own brand – our way of crafting premium restorations in full zirconia. High-quality materials, digital planning and an individual design for every crown come together in work that looks natural and is made in our own laboratory.
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Full zirconia
High-quality zirconia materials for strong, aesthetic restorations.
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Individual design
Every crown is shaped to suit your bite, your face and your smile.
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From our laboratory
From digital plan to finishing – under one roof.
Results
Real patients. Real smiles.
SaraMax Premium restorations from our laboratory – we publish photos only with our patients' written consent.
Results depend on the starting situation – at your consultation we will tell you what is possible in your case.
Questions & answers
Frequently asked questions
How long do zirconia crowns last?
How long they last depends on your bite, habits such as teeth grinding and your oral hygiene – not just on the material. With regular check-ups and good hygiene, zirconia crowns are a long-lasting solution.
Do zirconia crowns look natural?
Yes – zirconia contains no metal, so there is no dark line or grey shimmer. We match the colour and shape to your neighbouring teeth and your smile.
What is SaraMax Premium?
SaraMax Premium is our own brand – our way of crafting premium full-zirconia restorations in the Saradent laboratory, with digital planning and an individual design for every crown.
Can zirconia crowns be placed on implants?
Yes, zirconia is a common choice for crowns and bridges on implants.
How many visits are needed?
Usually two to three: the examination and tooth preparation, followed by the try-in and cementation. When conditions allow, turnaround times are considerably shorter thanks to our own laboratory.
Related services
Dental crowns
Zirconia, all-ceramic and metal-ceramic crowns from our in-house laboratory – even in a single day.
All-ceramic crowns
All-ceramic crowns – the most natural play of light; up to 6 crowns in a single day.
Digital dentistry
From 3D scan and digital impression to CAD/CAM fabrication in our own laboratory – one digital workflow, under one roof.
Dental bridge
A fixed bridge on natural teeth or on implants, made with CAD/CAM technology in our in-house laboratory.
The first step
Book a specialist consultation.
Your appointment includes a free specialist examination of your mouth, a consultation with the dentist, a treatment plan and a quote for the treatments you need, tailored to your wishes and circumstances.