Esthetics of Zirconia Restorations

Ahn,  Jinsoo

doi:2020.58.7.443

J Korean Dent Assoc > Volume 58(7); 2020 > Article

Journal of Korean Dental Association 2020;58(7):443-447.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.22974/jkda.2020.58.7.006 Published online July 31, 2020.

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서울대학교 치의학대학원 치과생체재료과학교실

Esthetics of Zirconia Restorations

Jinsoo Ahn

Department of Dental Biomaterials Science, School of Dentistry, Seoul National University

Abstract

The esthetic properties of zirconia receive increasing attention as its demand and application escalates. Thus, it is crucial to investigate how zirconia is esthetically different from other dental ceramics. In this study, we evaluated the translucency of zirconia and suggest a method to increase its translucency. We examined the shade of zirconia and offer its distinguishing features. Finally, we analyzed monolithic zirconia restorations to propose esthetic considerations in clinics.

Key Words: 3D printing;Esthetic restorations;Shade;Translucency;Zirconia;