Porcelain (ceramic) is an extremely biocompatible material with no allergenic potential. This can be a real advantage to predisposed (allergic) patients.
Progressive development in ceramics brings forth ever stronger materials, such as zirconium ceramic. Therefore, it is now possible to fit metal-free porcelain crowns in the posterior area.
Advantages and disadvantages of metal-free full ceramic crowns:
- True-to-nature, transparent aesthetics
- Highly biocompatible, no allergic risk
- Form and alignment correction possible
- Larger degree of preparation needed
- Fairly expensive
Aesthetics and durability are important considerations for all-ceramics. IPS Empress has proven itself for more than 15 years as regards both criteria. The IPS Empress pressed ceramic system satisfies discerning users and patients all over the world. Twenty-five million placed restorations are testimony to the durable true-to-nature effect, long-lasting success and the high quality standard of IPS Empress.
Procera All Ceram combines excellent and profound strength with beautiful esthetics. The material consists of 99.5 percent pure aluminum oxide and is biocompatible, thereby ensuring excellent long-term esthetics. Procera All Ceram is translucent giving the tooth a natural appearance. At the same time Procera All Ceram is excellent for concealing underlying surfaces, such as amalgam and root fillings. This ceram is also customized but still industrially produced, ensuring predictable results. You should try quickly in your mouth with minimal adjustments — an ideal solution provided by a professional Cosmetic Dentist.
