Title : Dental ceramic evolution in the aesthetic zone
Abstract:
Background: Dental ceramics have undergone a significant evolution in the last 20 years, especially for the aesthetic zone, where both aesthetics and mechanical performances are important.
Objective: The aim of this presentation is to show the historical evolution and the current status of the dental ceramics used to restore anterior teeth, based on various clinical cases.
Case description: clinical cases of patients that consulted our fixed prosthodontics department in the dental clinic of Monastir to enhance their smile aesthetics with various ceramic restorations.
Discussion: Various types of dental ceramics exist. The main difference is aesthetic outcome and toughness. To guarantee an optimal longevity of a ceramic restoration, the indication must be well considered. Practitioners should also be aware of the advantages and disadvantages of each type, as well as the fabrication methods, the optical characteristics, the mechanical properties and the clinical outcome of every ceramic type. Dental ceramic evolution associated with bonding materials development enlarged the indication range of dental ceramics.
Conclusion: The dental ceramics are the best materials that allow to combine aesthetics to mechanical performances. There are no strict recommendations for one dental ceramic, every clinical situation has particularities that may guide the practitioner to indicate the more suitable ceramic type.
Audience Take Away:
Presentation will help dental practitioners to choose the suitable ceramic type or system, for his patients, especially for anterior restorations. This may offer practical solutions by enhancing clinical problem solving according to explained information.