Due to their excellent biocompatibility, ceramic materials are recommended as the material of choice, from dental restorations and implants to bone grafting material.

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Unlike metals, there is no debate around ion release or corrosion and they have long-term stability both in soft and hard tissue. In addition, ceramic materials show significant advantages when it comes to fabricating restorations that appear as natural as possible in the long-term.

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From an aesthetic point of view, all-ceramic restorative materials have significant advantages over metals in the optical imitation of the natural tooth; no grey shadows in gingival areas and implant collars in case of gum retractions. Often referred to as ‘ceramic steel’, zirconia is commonly used in the field of prosthetic dentistry to restore lost teeth or tooth substance by […]

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