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  • Consideration of laboratory study findings in the absence of extensive long-term clinical data.

    • Main Results:

    • Zirconia and lithium disilicate are the most prevalent contemporary ceramic materials.
    • Current survival data for these restorations appears promising.
    • A significant lack of high-quality, long-term clinical data exists for these restorations.

    Conclusions:

    • While promising, the long-term clinical success of zirconia and lithium disilicate restorations requires further investigation.
    • Laboratory studies provide valuable performance insights but cannot replace longitudinal clinical research.
    • High-quality, long-term clinical studies are essential to determine failure modes and optimal applications for ceramic restorations.