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"Digitally Oriented Materials": Focus on Lithium Disilicate Ceramics.

Fernando Zarone¹, Marco Ferrari², Francesco Guido Mangano³

¹Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Division of Fixed Prosthodontics, "Federico II" University of Naples, 80100 Naples, Italy.

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Summary

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Lithium disilicate ceramics offer excellent properties for dental restorations. This review highlights their manufacturing, performance, and clinical uses, positioning them as key materials in modern digital dentistry.

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Area of Science:

Dental Materials Science
Biomaterials Engineering

Background:

Lithium disilicate ceramics are advanced materials used in dental restorations.
Understanding their properties is crucial for clinical application.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a comprehensive review of lithium disilicate ceramics.
To cover their properties, manufacturing, clinical outcomes, and indications.

Main Methods:

Literature review of physical, mechanical, and optical properties.
Analysis of in vitro and in vivo survival and success rates.
Evaluation of manufacturing processes and clinical indications.

Main Results:

Lithium disilicate exhibits favorable optical and mechanical properties.
Various manufacturing techniques are available.
Positive survival and success rates reported in clinical studies.
Demonstrates restorative versatility.

Conclusions:

Lithium disilicate ceramics are a highly promising dental material.
Their properties support diverse applications in digital dentistry.
Continued research supports their clinical efficacy.