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DENTAL PROFESSSIONALS AND PATIENTS: WHAT BENERFITS WILL THEY GAIN FROM EMAX CERAM?

In a diverse market with various dental ceramic options, finding a reliable choice can sometimes be challenging. In this context, Emax Ceram stands out as a crucial part of the comprehensive Emax system, offering uniformity and high quality with origins in Europe. With advantages in aesthetics and durability, Emax Ceram is not just an ordinary

VERSATILE LAYERING CERAMIC

Do you already know IPS e.max Ceram – the versatile layering ceramic for lithium disilicate and zirconium oxide? IPS e.max Ceram is a fluorapatite glass-ceramic that has been successfully used in the veneering of substructures made of IPS e.max lithium disilicate (LS2) and zirconium oxide (ZrO2), e.g. IPS e.max ZirCAD, for more than ten years

OPTIMIZING ZIRCONIA STAINING TECHNIQUE: SIMPLE MEET EFFECTIVE

How do you get ready for using the brush infiltration technique to characterize Zirconia restorations? And how can you achieve optimum results with minimum effort? Here are some pointers: Take the shade of the prepared abutment tooth into account Complete contouring of the restoration before you sinter it Try to rework the restoration as little

LONG-LASTING RESTORATIONS: CONSIDERATIONS DENTAL TECHNICIANS SHOULD BE AWARE OF TO ENSURE THE LONGEVITY OF THEIR RESTORATION

Expectation on the quality of modern dental materials is high, and rightly so, because patient care and treatment require a great deal of responsibility. There is no room for experiments. Find out what you can do to make sure your restorations stand the test of time. Cracks or fractures – why? If your client-dentists tell

IPS E.MAX ZIRCAD PRIME – ESTHETIC MEET STRENGTH – THE SECRET OF ESTHETIC RESTORATION ON MODERN IMPLANTS

In the era of robust development in modern dentistry, full-arch restoration on implants is not only a therapeutic solution but also an art, demanding a perfect combination of aesthetics and high strength. In this article, we will explore the outstanding benefits that IPS ZirCAD Prime brings to implant-supported restorations. Superior Quality with Gradient Technology (GT)

PROGRAMILL DRY: A COMPACT AND SPECIALIZED MILLING SYSTEM

The PrograMill provides an optimized combination workflow and utilizes modern materials to meet diverse requirements in dental technology. Thanks to that, the equipment can provide suitable solutions to fulfill dentists’ requests in all situations. PrograMill is a dry CAD/CAM milling system with 5 axes, compact, and integrates the digital workflow with high-quality materials and complete

ZIRCONIUM OXIDE OR LITHIUM DISILICATE: SPOILT FOR CHOICE WITH DENTAL MATERIALS

Each day in the dental laboratory and dental practice presents dental professionals with new and often challenging situations. Many patients come into practice wanting new and beautiful teeth. As a dental technician, your first priority should always be to restore the patient’s function before achieving a perfect esthetic appearance. But which material is correct for

CAD/CAM MILLING MACHINES: ACHIEVE YOUR GOAL AS EFFICIENTLY AS POSSIBLE

Although many CAD/CAM milling machines perform well, they are usually not easy to operate. Cleaning the milling machine and changing the tools and materials are typical tasks that increase the workload of dental technicians. In other words, a great deal of sweat is often required to achieve good results.  However, this is not what we

IPS IVOCOLOR: SIMPLICITY WITH A SYSTEM

IPS Ivocolor is a new universal Stains and Glaze range. It comprises the following materials: Shade pastes, Essence stain powders, Glaze powders and pastes and coordinated mixing liquids. IPS Ivocolor Shade is suitable for adjusting the shade of dental restorations to match the A-D-Shade Guide. IPS Ivocolor Essence is used to apply individual characterizations. The

WHY FRACTURE TOUGHNESS IS SO IMPORTANT IN ZIRCONIA AND OTHER CERAMICS

You have most probably come across the term “facture toughness” in your work. But what exactly does it mean? Fracture toughness is a key property of dental materials which is often underestimated by dental professionals. If you expect the materials you use – for example zirconium oxide – to produce long-lasting results, you should always