Layered Zirconia
The layered zirconia crown is an aesthetically pleasing and cost-effective restoration. The zirconium oxide used is fully biocompatible and meets high aesthetic expectations due to its tooth-like colour. CAD/CAM manufactured for excellent fit and the material used is exceptionally strong - it can be used to make single copings and large-span bridges with up to 14 elements as well as abutments and primary components.
| Impression Technique | Traditional or Digital |
| Material | Zirconia (layered) coping with porcelain overlay |
| Indications | Full mouth, crowns, bridges, implants |
| Recommended use | Full mouth, crowns, bridges, implants |
| Margins | Feather edge, chamfer or shoulder |
| Cementation | Conventional cementation |
| Etch | N/A |
| Recommended adhesive | 3M ESPE RelyX™ Unicem 2 |
| Turnaround Time | 5 Lab Days |
| Method of manufacture | Digitally designed and manufactured (Framework) & built up by hand |
| Aesthetics | ★★★★☆ |
| Shades / colouring | No internal effects, standard shades |
| Strength | ★★★☆☆ |
| Add-on options | Fit to denture, rests and ledges |
| Benefits | Good fit, metal-free |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Type | Standard Crown |
| Popularity | ★★★★☆ |
| Strength | 90-120MPa |
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