Aesthetic fixed · Zirconia
Short answer: prescribe multilayer zirconia as a universal crown when you need strength and aesthetics, and full-contour zirconia for posterior teeth or minimal occlusal clearance. Both are CAD/CAM milled by our Midtown lab.
Signature zirconia
Our proprietary multilayered esthetic zirconia, with a 3Y / 4Y / 5Y gradient for the balance between ideal strength and lifelike esthetics. Universal, from single posterior crowns to full-arch restorations.
Discover ZerapureTwo options
Our #1 suggested universal restoration
The most aesthetic, versatile solution we offer. It combines the strength of full-contour zirconia with the cosmetic result of layered porcelain in one solid disc, giving your toughest restorative patients the utmost aesthetics without compromising strength.
Universal strength
Fabricated digitally from a monolithic block of bio-compatible zirconia. A remarkably durable material, crafted with CAD/CAM for a precise fit, and ideal for posterior restorations.
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Summarized from our material guidance. Final selection is always the clinician's.
| Material | Best for | Why | Suggested cement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multilayer zirconia | Universal | Strength plus layered-porcelain aesthetics in one disc | Ivoclar Multilink |
| Full-contour zirconia | Posterior | Durable, precise CAD/CAM fit, minimal clearance | Resin-based or non-expanding GI |
| IPS e.max | Anterior | Highest translucency of our restorative materials | Ivoclar Multilink |
| PFM | Non-ideal preps | Cast substructure strength; flexible design; proven for decades | Any self-curing cement; a glass-ionomer cement such as GC FujiCEM works great |
Planning & prep
Our technicians support you from prep to seat: chairside support at your office, custom shade taking at our Manhattan lab, or at your office in Manhattan, and custom staining at our laboratory.
Suggested tooth preparation guidelines: see our zirconia prep guide below, or download the printable PDF.
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Prep guide · Zirconia
Monolithic and multilayer zirconia, including Zerapure™. Give the material its minimum thickness, keep every edge rounded and finish on a clear chamfer or rounded shoulder.
| Area | Anterior | Posterior |
|---|---|---|
| Incisal / occlusal reduction | 1.0–1.5 mm (min. 0.8 mm) | 1.0–1.5 mm (min. 1.0 mm) |
| Axial reduction | 0.8–1.0 mm | 1.0–1.5 mm |
| Margin | Chamfer or rounded shoulder, 0.8–1.0 mm | |
| Taper | About 4–8° total for conventional or self-adhesive cement | |
| Prep height | At least 4 mm for conventional cementation | |
| Edges | Rounded line angles; no sharp edges (edge radius over 0.4 mm) | |
| Layered zirconia | Add about 1–2 mm for the porcelain layer | |
| Bridges | No fixed span or connector numbers: design is case-specific. Send the scan for a design review before you prep. | |
Chamfer
Recommended
Rounded shoulder
Recommended
Knife-edge / feather
Brand-dependent
Accepted by some high-strength monolithic brands; discouraged by others.
Shoulder-bevel
Not recommended
Not in most zirconia makers’ designs.
Do Rounded internal line angles
Don’t sharp line angles and edges
Do Slight taper, one path of insertion
Don’t undercuts or parallel walls
Do Smooth, continuous margin
Don’t ragged or ditched margin
Based on: Ivoclar IPS e.max ZirCAD (Prime, MO/MT), Kuraray Noritake KATANA, 3M Lava Plus, Glidewell BruxZir.
General guidelines based on published manufacturer recommendations; contact Advanced Dental Laboratory for case-specific questions.
Zirconia Prep Guide: PDF, US Letter.
Zirconia FAQ
Fee schedule
Tell us about your practice and we will send our current fee schedule. No pricing is published online.
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Talk to us about your case planning. Call 212.889.8812, or send your scan or Rx.
