Press-to-zirconia: a case study utilizing cad/cam technology and the wax injection method

Computer technology is increasingly becoming an effective tool in restorative dentistry. Whether chairside or laboratory-fabricated, computer-aided design/ computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) engineering has become widely accepted in the fabrication of dental restorations. Zirconia has been successfully used in medical therapy and is now considered a viable alternative to metal as a substrate in single- and multiple-unit fixed restorations. Proper tooth preparation and handling of this material is essential for a successful outcome. This presentation will discuss how CAD/CAM systems can utilize zirconia frameworks to provide treatment of a maxillary anterior restoration.