Layered zirconia are metal-free restorations, layered with different ceramic powers that mimic the translucency of the natural surrounding dentition. This material is also sometimes known as multilayer zirconia or porcelain layered zirconia. Layered zirconia maintains most of the strength of monolithic zirconia with advanced esthetics.

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The ceramic layer helps to provide a more natural appearance to the restoration, which gives patients more confidence in their smiles. Layered zirconia achieves these solid esthetics by adding fluorescence  and opalescence to the restoration, allowing the crown to better blend in with the surrounding teeth.