Anterior maxillary aesthetics utilizing all-ceramic restorations

The use of all-ceramic systems has increased significantly during recent years, due to the improved strength and the introduction of a new generation of dental adhesive agents and resin cements. Both factors permit reliable and predictable results in single jacket crown restorations in the maxillary anterior region. Due to their natural appearance, the all-ceramic materials, especially the glass ceramics, blend harmoniously with the oral environment and are particularly appreciated where aesthetics is a priority. The learning objective of this article is to demonstrate a routine utilization of all-ceramic systems in the maxillary anterior region, preceded by a proper case selection. Two clinical cases are used to illustrate the preparation procedure, the importance of well-integrated provisional restorations, and the accuracy in transferring provisional information onto the final jacket crowns.