Full-contour zirconia
Restorations made entirely of zirconia with no porcelain layering on the outside; the full shape is designed and milled with CAD/CAM.
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Fabrication service
Porcelain veneers
Veneers made from the smile design and models supplied by the dentist, with control over shape, shade and thickness.
What is it?
A veneer is a thin ceramic layer bonded to the front surface of a tooth to improve its shape, size or colour. It is an aesthetic restoration commonly used on front teeth.
Typical indications
- Teeth with irregular shape, size or colour that still have enough tooth structure.
- Small gaps between incisors, or mild wear and chipping of the incisal edge.
- Aesthetic restorations with limited tooth reduction.
The indication, preparation depth and bonding technique are decided by the treating dentist.
CAD/CAM workflow
- Receive the scan or impression, clinical photographs, shade and smile design (if any).
- Design the veneers in CAD and agree the shape with the dentist.
- Mill, stain and sinter; create surface texture and shade as requested.
- Check thickness, margins and shade on the model before delivery.
Advantages
- Allows control over the shape of each tooth and the harmony of the whole arch.
- Metal-free material with a smooth surface and stable colour under normal use.
- Digital design allows adjustments before fabrication.
Notes
Veneers need proper oral care and regular check-ups; avoid biting hard objects. The aesthetic result depends on both the underlying tooth and the dentist’s bonding technique.
Reference image
Illustrative image; individual cases may differ.
This information is for reference only. The indication, the choice of restoration and the cementation technique are decisions for the treating dentist.
Quick comparison
How do zirconia restorations differ?
A summary of the main differences between the six categories. Every case has its own indication; please discuss with your dentist to choose the right solution.
| Restoration | Structure | Aesthetics | Strength and load | Common indications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zirconia implant restorations | A zirconia crown or bridge seated on dental implants. | Metal-free; the aesthetic level depends on a monolithic or layered design. | Depends on bone, occlusion and number of implants; assessed by the dentist. | Replacing one or several missing teeth with implants. |
| Zirconia post & core | A core placed in a root-treated root canal to support the crown. | Metal-free, which limits dark shadows at the cervical area. | Depends on root length, root shape and chewing load. | Root-treated teeth with little remaining tooth structure. |
| Zirconia inlays / onlays | An indirect restoration sitting inside the cavity (inlay) or covering one or more cusps (onlay). | Metal-free, with a colour that blends with the tooth. | Depends on the quality of cavity preparation and the remaining tooth structure. | Large caries or fractures, replacing old fillings; preserving tooth structure. |
| Porcelain veneersViewing | A thin porcelain shell bonded to the outer surface of the tooth. | Mainly intended to improve the shape, size and shade of the front teeth. | Thin, so it needs proper care and avoiding biting on hard objects. | Front teeth differing in shape or shade, small gaps, slight chipping of the incisal edge. |
| Full-contour zirconia | Monolithic zirconia with no porcelain overlay. | The effect at the front teeth can differ from a layered framework. | With no veneering layer, the risk of chipping is lower. | Posterior teeth under heavy load, limited occlusal space, bruxism. |
| Layered zirconia crowns | Two layers: a zirconia framework inside and a veneering ceramic outside. | Can reproduce colour and translucency close to natural teeth; suited to high-aesthetic zones. | The framework carries the load; the veneering ceramic may chip under unsuitable loading. | Front teeth and areas needing a high aesthetic effect. |
- Structure
- A zirconia crown or bridge seated on dental implants.
- Aesthetics
- Metal-free; the aesthetic level depends on a monolithic or layered design.
- Strength and load
- Depends on bone, occlusion and number of implants; assessed by the dentist.
- Common indications
- Replacing one or several missing teeth with implants.
- Structure
- A core placed in a root-treated root canal to support the crown.
- Aesthetics
- Metal-free, which limits dark shadows at the cervical area.
- Strength and load
- Depends on root length, root shape and chewing load.
- Common indications
- Root-treated teeth with little remaining tooth structure.
- Structure
- An indirect restoration sitting inside the cavity (inlay) or covering one or more cusps (onlay).
- Aesthetics
- Metal-free, with a colour that blends with the tooth.
- Strength and load
- Depends on the quality of cavity preparation and the remaining tooth structure.
- Common indications
- Large caries or fractures, replacing old fillings; preserving tooth structure.
- Porcelain veneersViewing
- Structure
- A thin porcelain shell bonded to the outer surface of the tooth.
- Aesthetics
- Mainly intended to improve the shape, size and shade of the front teeth.
- Strength and load
- Thin, so it needs proper care and avoiding biting on hard objects.
- Common indications
- Front teeth differing in shape or shade, small gaps, slight chipping of the incisal edge.
- Structure
- Monolithic zirconia with no porcelain overlay.
- Aesthetics
- The effect at the front teeth can differ from a layered framework.
- Strength and load
- With no veneering layer, the risk of chipping is lower.
- Common indications
- Posterior teeth under heavy load, limited occlusal space, bruxism.
- Structure
- Two layers: a zirconia framework inside and a veneering ceramic outside.
- Aesthetics
- Can reproduce colour and translucency close to natural teeth; suited to high-aesthetic zones.
- Strength and load
- The framework carries the load; the veneering ceramic may chip under unsuitable loading.
- Common indications
- Front teeth and areas needing a high aesthetic effect.
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