In dentistry, zirconia restorations are the most frequently used indirect restorative material. In contrast to glass ceramics, this material can be bonded to the tooth structure using a conventional cement (e.g., resin-modified glass ionomer) if adequate retention and resistance forms are present. The material can be bonded to the tooth structure if these elements are … Read more
According to a 2016 survey of the National Dental Practice Based Research Network, the top material choices for anterior crowns were lithium disilicate and layered zirconia whereas the top choice for posterior crowns was monolithic zirconia.1 Polishing high strength ceramics, such as zirconia and lithium disilicate, can be a clinical challenge due to the hardness … Read more
Dentists recognize the favorable fracture resistance and flexural strength properties of zirconia, but restoration removal and shade matching are a struggle for many, according to an ADA Clinical Evaluators Panel report published in the January issue of The Journal of the American Dental Association. The report includes responses from 277 ACE Panel member dentists about how they … Read more
Abstract The use and popularity of both zirconia and lithium disilicate have increased dramatically over the last several years (Fig. 1). In fact, if current trends hold¹ it is entirely possible that that the escalating use of both zirconia and lithium disilicate will soon lead to the demise of traditional PFM’s. This article will focus … Read more