Zirconia-based ceramics, especially yttrium-stabilized tetragonal zirconia polycrystal (Y-TZP), have revolutionized restorative dentistry since their introduction in the early 2000s. These advanced ma...
Polycrystalline ceramics have transformed restorative dentistry since their introduction in the 1990s. Unlike traditional glass-based ceramics, which rely on a glass phase for structural integrity, po...
Fluorapatite glass-ceramics (FGC) have become a cornerstone in modern dental materials, offering an optimal blend of aesthetics, bioactivity, and chemical durability. With fluorapatite (Ca₁₀(PO₄)₆F₂)...
Mica glass-ceramics are a unique class of machinable dental materials first developed in the 1970s. Commercially known as Dicor (Dentsply) and its later variations, these ceramics introduced the conce...
Zirconia-reinforced lithium silicate (ZLS) ceramics represent a significant advancement in dental material science, merging the best features of glass-ceramics and high-strength oxide ceramics. Commer...
Leucite-reinforced glass-ceramics (LRGC) represent a foundational advancement in the evolution of metal-free dental restorations, offering a unique balance of aesthetic excellence and moderate strengt...
Lithium disilicate (Li₂Si₂O₅) has emerged as a transformative material in restorative dentistry, offering an exceptional blend of strength, aesthetics, and versatility. The IPS e.max system, developed...
Glass-ceramics represent a revolutionary category of dental restorative materials, combining the aesthetic properties of glass with the mechanical strength of ceramics through controlled crystallizati...
Ceramic frameworks represent a transformative advancement in restorative dentistry, offering exceptional aesthetics, biocompatibility, and durability. These materials have evolved to meet diverse clin...
Metal-based frameworks are essential in dentistry, providing structural support for removable partial dentures, implant-supported restorations, and fixed dental prostheses. The three primary materials...
Precious metal alloys have been a cornerstone in modern dentistry, particularly in metal-based frameworks. Their exceptional properties, biocompatibility, and clinical performance make them an endurin...
Titanium (Ti) has revolutionized the dental industry with its exceptional properties, making it a top choice for metal-based frameworks. Its lightweight nature, superior biocompatibility, and corrosio...
