Written by Andrew Sedler / June 29, 2025
Whether you’re a general dentist seeking the best materials for posterior restorations or a prosthodontist specializing in high-end indirect cases, staying up-to-date on composite advancements is crucial.
The materials clinicians choose can make or break patient outcomes. Over the past decade, dental composites have undergone a remarkable transformation. Today’s composites mimic natural tooth structure in appearance and function and deliver exceptional durability, longevity, and versatility.
Whether you’re a general dentist seeking the best materials for posterior restorations or a prosthodontist specializing in high-end indirect cases, staying up-to-date on composite advancements is crucial. Three standout materials are leading the charge in 2025: Ceramage, Lava Ultimate, and SMART 1 Composite.
Despite the popularity of ceramics and zirconia, composites continue to offer advantages in many restorative scenarios:
Composites are often the perfect fit for patients and clinicians seeking functional and esthetic solutions without the invasiveness or cost of complete ceramic options.
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At Burbank Dental Lab, we continuously evaluate and select materials that offer superior performance in both anterior and posterior restorations. Three standout products currently lead the field: Ceramage by Shofu, Lava Ultimate by 3M, and SMART 1 Composite Hybrid, exclusively available at Burbank Dental Lab.
Ceramage by Shofu has earned a global reputation as a high-performance ceramo-polymer composite ideal for indirect restorations. Ceramage is reinforced with a remarkable 73% zirconium silicate filler by weight, unlike traditional composite resins. This unique composition offers a blend of aesthetics and strength rarely seen in conventional composites.
Ceramage is particularly suited for veneers, inlays, onlays, and implant restorations where esthetics and durability must go hand in hand.
When 3M introduced Lava Ultimate, it set a new benchmark for CAD/CAM restorative materials. Unlike pure ceramics or traditional composites, Lava Ultimate is classified as a resin nano ceramic (RNC), combining the strengths of both categories.
Composed of 80% nano ceramic particles embedded in a highly durable resin matrix, Lava Ultimate delivers remarkable performance in digital dentistry workflows.
Lava Ultimate is especially popular for inlays, onlays, veneers, and single-unit crowns in anterior and posterior applications. Its resilience and ease of adjustment also make it a favorite for long-term provisional solutions.
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SMART 1 Composite by Burbank Dental Lab
represents one of the most innovative solutions
for implant-supported restorations.
SmartComposite Hybrid is an excellent option for full-arch restorations, especially when opposing prostheses are involved, such as screw-retained implant-supported cases. It’s frequently prescribed when a monolithic zirconia upper prosthesis is paired with a more forgiving, resilient lower restoration.
Ceramage, Lava Ultimate, and SMART 1 Composite — are more than just incremental improvements. They embody the trends shaping modern restorative dentistry:
Adopting these advanced composites for dental professionals committed to providing cutting-edge care can lead to better outcomes, greater patient satisfaction, and a competitive edge in the marketplace.
You can be assured that Burbank Dental Lab will continue to test and incorporate the best materials and technologies available. We aim to push the boundaries of what’s possible in restorative dentistry. By incorporating these materials into your practice, you’re not just keeping up—you’re leading the way in dental innovation.
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