Lab services
Zirconia crowns & bridges
Zirconia has become the workhorse all-ceramic for modern crown and bridge dentistry — strong enough for molars and bruxers, esthetic enough for visible work, and completely metal-free. Our craftspeople finish, stain and glaze every zirconia unit by hand to your shade prescription.
Zirconia options we offer
| Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Zirconia crown / bridge | Monolithic, metal-free strength |
| E-max over zirconia | Layered esthetics on a zirconia core |
| Custom shade & staining | Hand-characterized to your Rx |
| Diagnostic wax-up | Plan complex cases before you prep |
Turnaround: fast — we confirm the schedule with you when the case ships. How to send a case.
When do dentists choose zirconia?
Posterior crowns and bridges under heavy occlusion, patients with metal sensitivities, and any case where you want monolithic durability without a metal collar. For maximum anterior translucency, compare with IPS e.max — or read our full zirconia vs e.max vs PFM guide.
Common questions
Can zirconia handle long-span bridges?
Should I choose zirconia or e.max?
How long does a zirconia crown take?
Good to know
- Made in the USA — never outsourced
- FDA-registered dental materials
- Lifetime warranty on our work
- Custom shade & staining available
- Rush cases: call 314.429.5000
Send this case
Download the Rx form, note “Zirconia crowns”, and ship it to the lab.
How to send a caseReady to send your first case?
Download the prescription form, box up your case, and ship it to the lab — or call us first and we’ll walk you through it.
Last updated: August 2026