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IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime – Redefining Esthetics in Zirconia Restorations
In recent years, zirconia has evolved beyond being a material focused solely on strength. Advances in material science have ushered zirconia into a new era—one in which strength, esthetics, and simplified workflows coexist. At the forefront of this transformation are IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime and IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime Esthetic from Ivoclar, materials that are reshaping how technicians approach modern zirconia restorations.
So what makes these materials truly different and positions them as leading choices for restorations ranging from single units to full-arch cases?
GT Technology – The Heart of IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime
The most significant breakthrough behind IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime is GT Technology (Gradient Technology)—a concept that integrates multiple zirconia compositions within a single disc.
Instead of using homogeneous zirconia like earlier generations, Ivoclar combines:
- 3Y-TZP (3 mol% yttria-stabilized zirconia)
- 5Y-TZP (5 mol% yttria-stabilized zirconia)
within a single zirconia disc. This creates a smooth gradient in strength, shade, and translucency throughout the thickness of the material.
IPS e.max Ceram – The Soul of Lifelike Esthetics
No discussion of IPS e.max would be complete without IPS e.max Ceram, the veneering ceramic system that has been developed alongside the IPS e.max family from the very beginning.
Fluorapatite Glass-Ceramic – The Secret to “Natural Tooth” Beauty
IPS e.max Ceram contains nanoscale fluorapatite crystals, which provide:
- Natural light-scattering effects
- Exceptional vitality and color depth
- Highly realistic enamel–dentin reproduction
These crystals create the “natural tooth” sensation that patients can truly perceive—not only visually, but intuitively.
A Flexible Layering System for Every Indication
IPS e.max Ceram is designed for:
- Veneering lithium disilicate restorations
- Veneering zirconia frameworks
- Application on refractory dies
With a wide range of translucencies and region-specific materials, technicians can customize restorations for every clinical scenario—from simple to highly complex cases.
IPS e.max – Success Is Never Accidental
The success of IPS e.max is not based on technology alone, but on a deep understanding of real-world clinical and laboratory needs:
- Dentists require reliability and predictability
- Technicians need stable and efficient workflows
- Patients expect natural esthetics and long-term durability
IPS e.max has been—and will continue to be—the perfect bridge between these three essential elements.
Conclusion: IPS e.max – When a Material Becomes a Standard
In a market where new materials are constantly emerging, IPS e.max has maintained its leading position for more than a decade. This proves one simple truth:
A true standard is not something created for quick replacement—it is something good enough to endure.
IPS e.max is not just a successful material. It is a success story, written through technology, experience, and the trust placed in it by millions of restorations worldwide.
