Ceramics and Prosthetics
Amann Girrbach
Amann Girrbach is a dental technology manufacturer headquartered in Mäder, in the Vorarlberg region of Austria. Its roots go back to Girrbach Dental, founded in Germany in 1936, and Amann Dental, founded in Austria in 1972; the two companies merged under the Amann Girrbach name in 2004. The company specialises in the digital design and manufacture of dental prosthetics, known as CAD/CAM. With its Ceramill production systems and Zolid zirconia blanks, it sits in the premium segment of the market.
Use at the clinic
Amann Girrbach's Ceramill system and Zolid zirconia are among the options used to make zirconia crowns and bridges. The brand is chosen because every step, from the digital scan to the finished crown, runs within one integrated system, and because the material itself is produced at the company's own facility in Austria. Which blank is used depends on the position of the tooth and on your bite.
Strengths
A fully digital workflow
Your digital impression moves through design and milling within a single system. This helps your crown come out closely matched to the scan of your mouth.
Zirconia options for different needs
The Zolid range includes blanks with different levels of translucency. Front teeth can be given a more natural look, while back teeth can prioritise strength.
No metal alloy
Zirconia crowns contain no metal alloy. They avoid the grey shadow that can show at the gumline, and they are an option worth discussing if you have a history of metal allergy.
Made in Austria, fully traceable
Amann Girrbach produces its zirconia blanks at its own facility in Austria. The origin of the material and the standard it is made to are documented.
Points to consider
Premium price segment
Amann Girrbach materials sit in the premium segment. When your treatment is planned, your dentist will talk through whether this segment fits your budget.
Requires a laboratory stage
Crowns and bridges are produced in a laboratory. Your treatment therefore takes more than one visit, with separate appointments for try-in and fitting.
Not the only option for every tooth
For some teeth, another material such as glass ceramic may be a better fit. You and your dentist decide on the material together after your examination.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does an Amann Girrbach zirconia crown last?
- With regular brushing, flossing and check-ups, zirconia crowns can serve you for many years. How long yours lasts depends on your chewing habits and daily oral care.
- Is a zirconia crown suitable if I have a metal allergy?
- Zirconia crowns contain no metal alloy, which is why they are often considered for patients with a history of metal allergy. Even so, always tell your dentist about any known allergies at your examination.
- Will a zirconia crown look like a natural tooth?
- In multilayer Zolid blanks, the shade shifts gradually from the biting edge towards the gum, much like a natural tooth. The colour of your crown is matched to the teeth next to it.
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Let's find the right system for you
The right brand and system for you becomes clear after a clinical assessment. Reach out to our team with any questions.