Lithium disilicate (LS2)
glass-ceramic is ideally suitable for the fabrication of
monolithic single-tooth restorations. This innovative ceramic
provides highly esthetic results and, compared to other
glass-ceramics, demonstrates a strength that is 2.5 to 3 times
higher. Supported with zirconium oxide, it may also be used for
bridges in the posterior area.
The material is used in the dental laboratory in conjunction
with either the press or the CAD/CAM technology. Given the high
strength of 360-400 MPa, the restorations offer flexible
cementation options. Depending on the patient situation, the
restorations may be veneered in a highly esthetic manner or, if
fabricated as monolithic restorations, stained.
Even if the preparations demonstrate a dark shade (e.g. as a
result of discolouration or titanium abutments), all-ceramic
restorations may be fabricated. Inform your laboratory about the
die shade and the dental technicians then selects the IPS e.max
lithium disilicate material in the required opacity in order to
redesign the true-to-nature esthetic appearance.