Background The introduction of the new generation of particle-filled and high strength
ceramics, hybrid composites and technopolymers in the last decade has offered an …

Purpose Ceramics are widely used as indirect restorative materials in dentistry because of
their high biocompatibility and pleasing aesthetics. The objective is to review the state of the …

Statement of problem Studies comparing the translucency of zirconias and lithium disilicates
are limited. Purpose The purpose of this in vitro study was to measure the translucency of …

Digital protocols are increasingly influencing prosthodontic treatment concepts. Implant‐
supported single‐unit and short‐span reconstructions will benefit mostly from the present …

The aim of this paper is to report the state of current literature and recommendations for the
lithium disilicate glass-ceramic IPS e. Max. The materials science, mechanical and optical …

Over the last 3 decades, a trend to shift toward metal-free restorations has been observed in
the dental field. To meet the increased demands of patients and dentists for highly aesthetic …

Objectives The aim of this study was to characterize the microstructure of four dental CAD-
CAM ceramics and evaluate their susceptibility to stress corrosion. Methods SEM and EDS …

The present paper was aimed at reporting the state of the art about lithium disilicate
ceramics. The physical, mechanical, and optical properties of this material were reviewed as …

Purpose To review laboratory studies that investigated fatigue resistance of lithium disilicate
(LD) crowns and fixed dental prostheses (FDPs) to elucidate study designs and testing …

Dental composite and ceramic restorative materials are designed to closely mimic the
aesthetics and function of natural tooth tissue, and their longevity in the oral environment …