Zirconia crowns
Zirconia is a dental ceramic. It can form the entire crown or a framework covered with ceramic. Different compositions and levels of translucency are available, so the choice involves more than the material’s name.

RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY · HORIZON CENTER

Zirconia or metal-ceramic · A restoration suited to your tooth.
A crown covers a prepared tooth to rebuild its shape. At Horizon Center in Casablanca, Dr Houda Agunaou assesses the tooth and discusses the proposed material with you: zirconia or metal-ceramic. Your assessment clarifies the plan, the intended appearance and any care needed before fitting.

YOUR DENTIST
At Horizon Center, Dr Houda Agunaou examines your tooth and explains the restoration options. Your consultation is an opportunity to discuss discomfort, expectations and the stages of your proposed care.
YOUR TREATMENT JOURNEY

Optical scanning allows digital impressions to be taken at the practice.
The consultation is an opportunity to examine the tooth, discuss symptoms and consider alternatives. Ask why a crown is being considered and what care may be needed beforehand. The estimate should help you understand the different stages.
The tooth is reshaped and an impression is taken so the laboratory can make the crown. The practice has an optical scanner. A temporary crown may protect the tooth during fabrication; care instructions and timing are explained at your appointment.
Before attachment, your dentist checks the fit, contacts and appearance. This is the time to ask questions about shape or shade. Follow-up provides an opportunity to check the restoration and discuss your everyday comfort.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A crown is the prosthetic part that rebuilds the visible shape of a tooth. On a natural tooth, it covers the prepared tooth. An implant is a support placed in bone to replace a missing root; a crown can then be attached to it. These are different treatment plans with different stages.
No single material is ideal in every situation. Properties vary with the composition and design of the crown. During assessment, ask why a particular option is recommended, what alternatives exist and what trade-offs apply to your tooth.
Preparation and fitting usually take place at separate visits. Timing depends on your circumstances and fabrication. Ask whether temporary protection is planned and what to do if it comes off before the next appointment.
Discuss the appearance you would like before fabrication, then give your feedback at the try-in. Ask how the shade will be chosen in relation to neighbouring teeth and mention any planned aesthetic treatment for your other teeth.
A crown does not remove the need to clean your teeth and the spaces between them. Ask about appropriate techniques and check-up intervals. Contact the practice for a review if you notice persistent pain, movement or discomfort when closing your mouth.
The estimate depends on the material, tooth and associated care. Ask what is included: preparation, any temporary crown, fabrication and fitting. For an assessment with Dr Houda Agunaou at Horizon Center, City Office CFC, office A6, call 06 64 52 32 41 or contact the practice on WhatsApp.
Dental model illustration showing the principle of a crown, not a patient’s treatment result.
Concept reference: University of Bristol — Dental crowns · American Dental Association — Materials
CONTACT & DIRECTIONS
To request an appointment or ask a question, please call the practice.
06 64 52 32 41 ↗City Office CFC building, 15 LT CTMBehind Marjane Anfa Park, on the Busway CIL station side.
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