Clinical considerations for densely sintered alumina and zirconia restorations: Part 1.
Densely sintered alumina- and zirconia-based restorations were introduced to dentistry in the early 1990s and became a popular treatment modality, especially in situations requiring complete-coverage restorations. The use of industrial technologies for the fabrication of the restoration, simple clinical management, and pleasing esthetic outcome have made these restorations an attractive treatment alternative. This article reviews the nature of the materials used and the technologies involved and provides indications for clinical case selection and tooth preparation.
Department of Comprehensive Care, Case School of Dental Medicine, Case Western Reserve University, 10900 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44106-4905, USA. axs281@case.edu
Avishai
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Sadan
Markus B
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Blatz
Brien
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Lang
D000328:Adult; D000537:Aluminum Oxide; D003442:Crowns; D003776:Dental Porcelain / Q000737:chemistry*; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D003799:Dental Stress Analysis; D003801:Dental Veneers; D006358:Hot Temperature; D006801:Humans; D007180:Incisor; D008297:Male; D008437:Maxilla; D018579:Patient Selection; D013674:Technology, Dental / Q000379:methods; D014075:Tooth Discoloration / Q000628:therapy; D019231:Tooth Preparation, Prosthodontic; D015040:Zirconium
D003776:Dental Porcelain; D015040:Zirconium; D000537:Aluminum Oxide; C028541:zirconium oxide