CAD/CAM fabricated single-unit all-ceramic post-core-crown restoration

J Conserv Dent. 2011 Jan;14(1):86-9. doi: 10.4103/0972-0707.80730.

Abstract

This case report explains about an innovative treatment strategy for the management of damaged anterior teeth with reduced incisal clearance by means of a single-unit all-ceramic post-core-crown zirconia ceramic restoration fabricated by Computer-aided designing and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology. The reinforced zirconia ceramics allow fabrication of durable esthetic restorations in cases with high functional loading and the unification of the post, core, and crown in a single unit decreases the frequency of failure by creating a monobloc effect. In addition, the use of CAD/CAM technology for designing and fabricating ceramic restorations offers the option of expeditiously preparing these high-strength all-ceramic restorations.

Keywords: CAD/CAM; Richmond‘s crown; zirconia.

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  • Case Reports