Crown on an implant
Are you missing one or more teeth? An implant-supported crown is a solution that aesthetically and functionally replaces a lost tooth without grinding down adjacent, healthy teeth. At Focus Clinic, we design and manufacture custom crowns in our Perfect Lab, making the result indistinguishable from natural teeth.
Implant-supported crown. Aesthetics of a new tooth
An implant-supported crown is a prosthetic restoration placed on a titanium implant, which acts as an artificial root. It consists of two components: an abutment and a crown made of porcelain on a zirconia or monolithic zirconia base. This solution allows for the restoration of a single tooth without disturbing adjacent, healthy teeth, which is a significant advantage over a traditional prosthetic bridge, which requires grinding.
At Focus Clinic, each crown is created in our own Perfect Lab laboratory. We work using CAD/CAM technology, digital scanners, 3D printers, and laser milling machines, allowing for a precise fit to the remaining teeth and the patient’s individual anatomical characteristics. Direct collaboration between the treating dentist and the prosthetic technician shortens the turnaround time and provides complete control over the aesthetics. Any color or shape adjustments are made immediately during the visit.
An implant-supported crown is suitable for any patient who has lost a tooth or is preparing for extraction. A well-designed prosthetic restoration restores full chewing function, natural speech articulation, and smile symmetry. Our proprietary FocusSmileDesign standard allows us to design a smile in harmony with the patient’s facial contours and the character of their natural teeth, ensuring the new tooth looks completely natural.
How an Implant-Based Crown is Made at Focus Clinic
The prosthetic stage begins after osseointegration, meaning the implant has fused with the jawbone. The dentist exposes the implant and places a healing cap, which shapes the gum around the future crown over several weeks. This step largely determines the final aesthetics of the work, so we treat it as an integral part of the treatment, not a formality.
The next step is an intraoral scan performed with a Focus 360 digital laser scanner. This eliminates the need for traditional, uncomfortable impressions using silicone material. The digital file is sent directly to the Perfect Lab, where a technician designs a custom abutment and crown using CAD/CAM technology. The choice of material depends on the tooth’s location and the patient’s expectations. For anterior teeth, we most often use porcelain with a zirconia base, which provides the most natural optical effect and reflects light well. In the posterior region, where resistance to chewing forces is a priority, we choose monolithic zirconia. If the patient requires an immediate aesthetic restoration, we prepare a temporary crown that allows for normal function during treatment.
Once the final restoration is ready, we secure it to the abutment using a prosthetic screw or cement, depending on the clinical case. During placement, we verify occlusion, contact points with adjacent teeth, and color in both daylight and artificial light. Any corrections are made immediately, without sending the restoration to an external laboratory. The entire prosthetic stage, from scan to placement of the final crown, typically takes 4 to 6 weeks.
A dedicated Patient Advisor oversees the entire process, coordinating appointments, contacting the laboratory, and providing information about the next steps. The proprietary Focus System protocol provides a clear treatment plan with a cost estimate for each stage and the estimated time for completion of the prosthetic restoration, ensuring you are always aware of your current stage of treatment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about treatment at Focus Clinic, your first visit, available services, and the course of dental care.
What is the difference between an implant-supported crown and a prosthetic bridge?
A dental bridge requires the grinding of two adjacent, often healthy, teeth, which act as abutments. An implant-supported crown is a non-invasive solution for the adjacent teeth; it is placed on the implant itself and does not require interference with other teeth. Furthermore, an implant protects the bone from atrophy, which a bridge does not. A bridge is a cheaper and faster solution, but it is less durable and more burdensome for the adjacent teeth.
How long does it take to make a crown on an implant after the implant is placed?
The prosthetic phase itself, from implant exposure to placement of the final crown, typically takes 4 to 6 weeks. The process includes placement of a healing cap, shaping of the gums, digital scanning, designing the restoration in Perfect Lab, and its execution. If we count the time from implant placement, including osseointegration, the time from the procedure to the final crown is 4 to 7 months.
Does an implant crown look like a natural tooth?
A well-designed and crafted crown is virtually indistinguishable from a natural tooth. At Focus Clinic, we utilize our proprietary FocusSmileDesign standard, which tailors the crown’s shape, proportions, and color to the patient’s remaining teeth and facial contours. Collaboration between the dentist and the prosthetic technician in a single facility allows for ongoing work on details (incisal edge shape, translucency, microtexture) rather than in a back-and-forth setting.
How to care for an implant crown after it has been placed?
You care for your implant crown just like you would your natural teeth. Brush twice daily, floss or use interdental brushes, and regularly use an irrigator. We also recommend follow-up visits every six months, during which we assess the condition of the gums around the implant, the stability of the crown, and remove tartar. Professional dental hygiene around the implant (using ultrasonic scalers designed for implants) protects against periimplantitis.
Can an implant crown get damaged or fall off?
Ceramic and zirconia crowns are resistant to chewing forces, but like any prosthetic device, they can be damaged by mechanical trauma (e.g., a fall, impact, or opening a bottle with your teeth). Loosening of the screw securing the crown to the abutment is less common; this can be repaired in a single visit, without the need for replacement. For patients with bruxism (teeth grinding), we recommend a protective splint at night to reduce the risk of micro-cracks in the material.
What is a prosthetic abutment in an implant crown?
A prosthetic abutment, also known as an abutment, is an intermediate element between an implant and a crown. At Focus Clinic, we design custom abutments tailored to the patient’s specific clinical situation, instead of using prefabricated abutments. A custom abutment allows for the ideal shaping of the emergence profile (the point where the crown meets the gum), resulting in improved aesthetics and durability.
Is the implant crown attached with a screw or cement?
We use both methods, and the decision depends on the clinical situation. Crowns secured with a screw through a hole in the work are easier to remove when necessary (e.g., to check the condition of the implant, replace an abutment). Cement-retained crowns offer better anterior aesthetics because they do not have a visible access hole. The choice of method is discussed with the patient during the prosthetic planning stage.
What is a temporary crown and when is it needed?
A temporary crown is a workpiece, most often made of acrylic or composite, designed to restore aesthetics and function from implant placement to the placement of the final crown. It is particularly used in the anterior zone, where the patient cannot walk with a visible missing tooth, and after immediate implant placement. A temporary crown also helps to properly shape the gums around the future final crown.
How much does an implant crown cost at Focus Clinic?
The price of a Standard implant-supported crown starts at PLN 2,500 and goes up to PLN 3,500. The Select option, using premium materials and advanced digital design, costs from PLN 3,500 to PLN 5,000. A temporary implant-supported crown costs approximately PLN 1,500. You will receive a final written quote in your treatment plan after the Focus 360 diagnosis and discussion of the scope of prosthetic work. The cost of the crown can be divided into installments through MediRaty, Confinio, or PayDent.
What is the warranty on an implant crown?
The implant screw itself is covered by a lifetime manufacturer’s warranty. The prosthetic work, i.e., the abutment and crown, is warranted according to the terms specified in the patient agreement. The warranty is contingent upon regular follow-up visits (every six months) and adherence to hygiene recommendations. Details of the warranty terms will be discussed with you by your Patient Care Provider when signing the treatment plan.
Can the gum around an implant crown recede?
Gingival recession around an implant-supported crown can occur, most often as a result of poor hygiene, smoking, teeth grinding, or overly aggressive brushing. We minimize this risk with a custom-designed abutment (proper emergence profile), regular check-ups, and professional hygiene. If recession worsens, we perform a surgical procedure to cover the recession or replace the crown with a reshaped subgingival restoration.
Team of specialists at Focus Clinic
At Focus Clinic, specialists in all fields of dentistry are available. Implantologists, prosthodontists, orthodontists, surgeons, and endodontists work together on your case within a single treatment plan.
Focus Clinic’s Own Prosthetic Laboratory
PerfectLab is a prosthetic laboratory operating within the Focus Clinic structure since 2024. The technician knows your case, works directly with your attending physician, and uses the same materials that were planned during the diagnostic phase.
- Shorter prosthetic work completion time
- Full quality control at every stage of production
- Direct cooperation between the technician and the attending physician
- CAD/CAM technology, scanners, 3D printers, and laser milling machines
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