Presentation Category
Literature Review
Introduction/Context/Diagnosis
Background: Zirconia and Lithium disilicate have been widely utilized in dental restorations for both partial and full coverage procedures, employing monolithic and layered methods. Objective: The aim of this literature review was to assess these materials and compare them based on various criteria, such as tooth preparation, bonding techniques, optical and mechanical properties, clinical performance, biocompatibility, marginal fit and adaptation. Additionally, this review also compared the clinical applications of these materials in different types of restorations including full and partial coverage restorations, implants, fixed partial dentures, and endocrowns.
Methods/Treatment Plan
To conduct the literature review, a search was performed on PubMed and Google Scholar for articles published between 2001 and 2023. Additionally, information was gathered from a variety of internet sources, including articles and videos.
Results/Outcome
The results indicate that tooth-supported crowns made of zirconia and lithium disilicate demonstrated similar mechanical properties, clinical performance, and survival rates across a range of scenarios.
Significance/Conclusions
After analyzing the available literature, it was concluded that the longevity of the restoration depends on factors just beyond the material properties, such as bonding, adequate tooth reduction, patient compliance, clinician's hand skills and judgment. Over the past few years, the advantageous qualities of ceramics have been increasingly recognized, and with the ongoing advancements in bonding techniques in dentistry, these ceramics have the capability to be considered as practical and durable options for patients.
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Comparison of Zirconia and Lithium Disilicate as a Restorative Material
Background: Zirconia and Lithium disilicate have been widely utilized in dental restorations for both partial and full coverage procedures, employing monolithic and layered methods. Objective: The aim of this literature review was to assess these materials and compare them based on various criteria, such as tooth preparation, bonding techniques, optical and mechanical properties, clinical performance, biocompatibility, marginal fit and adaptation. Additionally, this review also compared the clinical applications of these materials in different types of restorations including full and partial coverage restorations, implants, fixed partial dentures, and endocrowns.
Comments/Acknowledgements
We want to acknowledge the efforts of all the researchers, scholars, and experts whose work and insights were utilized in the literature review. Their contributions have helped to deepen our understanding and knowledge in the field.