Translucent Zirconia: Current Concepts in Clinical and Laboratory Workflow

– Biological evolution and technological engineering of translucent zirconia restorations
– Differentiate between modern zirconia materials and their clinical indications: 3Y, 4Y, 5Y zirconia
– Optical, mechanical, physical, and biological properties of new high-translucent cubic-phase zirconia
– Laboratory-processing issues affecting aesthetics:

- Colorizing
- Sintering
- Finishing
- Polishing.

– Finishing techniques to optimize the aesthetics of the newest generation of zirconia
– Analysis of clinical cases of translucent monolithic zirconia:

- Laboratory processing protocols
- Delivery of the restoration and evaluation of the aesthetic and functional aspects. 

Recommended for: Prosthodontists, Dental technicians, General dentists.