Clinical maneuvers comprising the preparation of the dental substrate, the construction and adjustment of dental ceramics and their long-term performanceABSTRACT
Aesthetic restorative materials, especially dental ceramics, are one of the most requested materials in oral rehabilitation. The success of dental ceramics, in general, is dependent on factors such as their physical properties, the manufacturing process of indirect work and the clinical procedures included in their adjustments and cementation. Understanding the conditions related to such materials and the professional’s attitude towards the handling of ceramic works contributes to their proper performance. It is worth mentioning the issue related to the oral environment, a condition that opposes the success of such materials, as it is an environment subjected to loads of varying intensity and direction. A humid environment, constantly subjected to thermal changes, changes in pH, and where longevity of such materials is expected to be considered friable. This paper aims to review the aspects related to the evolution and performance of current ceramic systems. At the same time, it proposes a reflection of the clinical and laboratory maneuvers commonly involved in the construction, preparation and adjustment of pure ceramic prosthetic pieces.
Indexing terms
Ceramics; Dental prosthesis retention; Metal ceramic alloys