02 · Materials

Materials

We work with ceramic-layered zirconia and with feldspathic ceramic, in CAD/CAM, on refractory models and leucite-reinforced. Each case is developed with clinical criteria.

We describe each material in general terms, to help you choose. For a specific case, talk to us.

Ceramic-layered zirconia

Used in our FP3 rehabilitations and in implant bridges and crowns.

What it is like: A very strong zirconia framework covered with layers of ceramic. The zirconia carries the load; the ceramic gives the shade, translucency and surface texture.
When to choose it: When the restoration has to carry load across several teeth, such as bridges and full-arch rehabilitations on implants.
Where we use it: FP3 implant rehabilitation
Implant bridges
Implant crowns
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CAD/CAM feldspathic ceramic

Used in veneers designed and produced in CAD/CAM.

What it is like: A glassy ceramic with a translucency close to that of enamel. It is less strong than zirconia and gains strength once it is bonded to the tooth.
When to choose it: For veneers designed in CAD, when aesthetics matter more than load.
Where we use it: CAD/CAM feldspathic ceramic veneers
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Detail of a refractory-model veneer in the mouth

Feldspathic ceramic on refractory model

Used in veneers made on refractory models.

What it is like: The same ceramic family, applied by hand in layers and fired on a refractory model. It allows thin sections and control of the shade layer by layer.
When to choose it: For veneers whose shade and translucency have to be built up by hand, tooth by tooth.
Where we use it: Veneers on refractory models
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Leucite-reinforced feldspathic ceramic

Used in feldspathic veneers.

What it is like: A feldspathic ceramic with leucite crystals in its composition, which make it stronger without taking away its natural look.
When to choose it: For feldspathic veneers that need more strength.
Where we use it: Feldspathic veneers
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Detail of an implant-supported full-arch provisional

Provisionals

Used in implant-supported full-arch provisionals and in provisional implant crowns.

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When to choose it: With the surgical guide, as an immediate provisional, or at any stage before the definitive rehabilitation.
Where we use it: Implant-supported full-arch provisionals
Provisional implant crowns
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Shade matching

Photos are essential for good results. To reach the right shade, we work with:

Request the Optishade colorimeter

Matisse AI: Shade matching on implant crowns for central incisors.
Optishade colorimeter: On loan, for single aesthetic cases or difficult substrates.
Photo protocols: For photographing the case in a way that communicates the shade to the lab.
Zoom / Teams: We explain how the Optishade works by video call.