Ceramic Restorations

A successful restoration must begin with precise vision of tooth form taht is compatible with the patient's biological needs. As such, the patient is naturally the central member of the interdisciplinary team, which must reach a consensus on the final design of the restoration before treatment begins.

Pointers in Ceramic Dental Crowns

1. Tooth form, arch configuration and oral composition.
2. Biological, functional and anatomical assessment.
3. Coordination of anterior and posterior guidance.
4. Premature contact and the third wheel approach.

Goals for Dental Crown Design using the Three Plane Concept

1. Contour guideline
2. Emergence profile
3. The concept of triangular structure 
4. Gingival margin design of abutments for zirconia and porcelain fused to metal restorations.