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Google “All On 4,” and over 25 billion results appear. This treatment option is a fast-growing area of dentistry. The concept of All On 4, also known as full-arch implant-supported
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One of dentistry’s most difficult esthetic challenges is matching single anterior veneer restorations to the existing dentition. In many instances, cases like these may require several attempts to achieve an
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One of the most challenging undertakings in dentistry for both the clinician and the laboratory is a full mouth reconstruction. For patients who present with excessive wear of their dentition, a full mouth reconstruction is critical in re-establishing functional harmony, pulpal health, esthetics, and protecting the dentition from further damage.
While monolithic zirconia makes up the bulk of restorative options, there are still some areas where PFMs offer a better restorative solution.
Monolithic Zirconia Restorations
A variety of metal-free ceramics have been developed to meet patient demands for natural-looking restorations. Zirconia’s biocompatibility, mechanical properties, and white color have made it a popular dental biomaterial.
The ZIRMAX M is a type of monolithic zirconia that provides a high level of quality and versatility. One of the strongest zirconia restorations available, ZIRMAX M has a flexural strength of 1000 MPa. As a result of its strength, ZIRMAX M is suitable for a wide range of restorative applications, including posterior restorations, single units, wide-span bridges, and even full arch restorations.
In addition to being strong, ZIRMAX M is aesthetically pleasing, with up to 25% greater transparency than other full zirconias.
ZIRMAX ME by Burbank Dental Lab
ZIRMAX ME is 47% more translucent than other zirconias and is formulated to eliminate graying associated with lighter shades.
This material has a flexural strength of more than 1000 MPa, which makes it suitable for anterior bridges of four units and posterior bridges of three units (extending to the first molars). When compared to pressed ceramics, this material has superior aesthetics and doubles the strength.
Benefits of ZIRMAX Zirconia Restorations
Monolithic Zirconia’s most important advantage is its strength and durability
In terms of aesthetics, they are excellent
Their longevity has been proven in comparison to other dental restorations like PFMs.
Patients can benefit from their biocompatible solution
Indications for ZIRMAX Line of Zirconia
Zirconia restorations can be used in a wide range of restorative indications, Zirconia restorations can be used in a wide range of restorative indications, including single-unit crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, implants, and in some instances, veneers.
This material is best prescribed when patients require durability and for those who may have sensitivities or allergies to metal. There has been continuous improvement in this material by its manufacturers, which allows it to continuously improve esthetics.
ZIRMAX M is ideal for posterior full crowns and bridges as well as a substructure for layered anterior single crowns and bridge restorations.
ZIRMAX ME is ideal for anterior monolithic single crowns and bridges up to 4 units. Bridges may extend to the second premolar.
Porcelain Fused to Metal Restorations
Porcelain-fused metal crowns are fabricated using a metal substructure and porcelain layers. The use of these restorations in dentistry dates back to the 1950s. As a result of the metal substructure, the ceramic layer provides strength, esthetics, and function. Castings are made at Burbank Dental Lab using either induction casting or computer-aided manufacturing.
Benefits of PFM Restorations
Among dentistry’s most proven and tested restorations
Strength and durability
In cases requiring attachments or limited room, this is a good treatment option
Indications for PRMs
Undeniably, zirconia restorations are replacing many indications once served by PFMs. There are fewer areas where PFMs offer a more ideal treatment option. There are, however, some areas where PFMs still offer an effective treatment option, such as:
Restorations requiring bridgework where there is minimal interocclusal space available.
A case that requires precision attachments
When matching other PFM work
Technical Advantages of Zirconia vs. PFM
Due to the difference between these two materials, zirconia has become the more widely prescribed material.
Monolithic zirconia crowns are made from a single layer of high-strength material, while PFM crowns are made up of two parts: a metal substructure and a porcelain layer. Due to the inferior strength of porcelain compared to zirconia, the added porcelain layer is more prone to chipping or breaking.
During the fabrication process, zirconia blocks are milled and sintered. By doing so, uniformity is created throughout the whole restoration.
As a result, the material is less likely to chip or shear off. The combination of improved manufacturing processes and this material has catapulted it to take over PFMs as the dominant method of restorative dentistry.
However, zirconia restorations must be fabricated within specific guidelines to ensure their success and longevity. In situations where a long-span bridge is needed, zirconia restorations require enough room to ensure the bridge connectors are adequately supported. In situations where vertical space is limited, PFMs are the best choice.
In almost every area of dentistry, zirconia provides outstanding benefits. They provide strength, aesthetics, biocompatibility, and longevity. Although zirconia restorations have improved dentistry, PFMs remain an important part of restorative dentistry.
Let us know what you need for your next case by calling or chatting with a member of the Burbank Dental Lab team.
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Fabrication of the future is here!
Burbank Dental Lab has three new state-of-the-art Carbon M2 printers. We are very excited about the options that these cutting-edge printers will allow us to offer our dental clients. Here are some of the advantages that these printers will begin to deliver to you and your dental practice.
Our New State-Of-The-Art 3d Printers
Carbon offers a highly dependable 3D manufacturing solution for many dental applications with its breakthrough Digital Light Synthesis™ technology, enabled by a wide range of dental materials.
a new baseline for innovation in fabrication.
Burbank Dental Lab has the next generation of Carbon DLS™. Meet our new Carbon M3 and M3 Max printers. These advanced printers enhance fabrication possibilities using Digital Light Synthesis™ technology, enabling us to provide quality and innovation for our clients.
Meet Our New next generation of carbon DLS™ M3 Max Printers
The M3 printer is the cutting edge of DLS printing with a true 4K light engine. We save time and improve quality with Automated Print Ppreparation which ensures high-quality assurance and results.
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