Know Your Teeth FAQ'sDental Technology is changing so fast that one who doesn't keep abreast with the same is most likely to lag backwards as the patients are very well informed these days. Patients will google anything they will find new and get innumerous results from the same. For my patients' benefits, I am posting certain newer technologies which are emerging fast as the Who's Who of Dentistry.
A Metal Free Invention. IPS Emax is an affordable alternative to PFMs. This metal-free restoration provides optimum esthetics using lithium disilicate ceramic and boasts a fractural toughness of 360 MPa
Available in Chromascop & Vita Shades with following benefits:
IPS Empress Esthetic is indicated mainly for Laminate Veneers. & Inlays,
Onlays. The Cosmopost i.e. The IPS Empress Zircon Cosmopost and Cosmoingot for
the Metal free core build-up down to the tip of the root.
Estimated Cost Approx. Rs. 8,000 - 8,500 per Crown
Estimated Cost Approx. Rs. 7,000 - 8,000 per Veneer
Czar is rooted on the use of the Dental Wings scanner, and the DWOS software for scanning of models and restoration designing. The frameworks are cut out of blocks of varied materials employing a 5 axis milling machine from Yenadent, a company with unparalleled expertise in the art of milling. The E max Ceram is used by to layer the structure and gives superlative aesthetics results.
The lifelike aesthetic appearance of the IPS Emax Ceram layering ceramicis
impressive. The unique combination of translucency, brightness and opalescence
is responsible for the true-to-nature light scattering and a balanced
relationship between the brightness and chroma of the restorations.
Estimated Cost Approx. Rs. 10,000 - 11,000 per Crown
Comes with a Lab Backed 5 year Warranty accompanied by a Warranty Card
The Procera (one of the first of a Metal free type) process utilizes a computer-aided design (CAD) system. Your die is scanned, a digital file is created, and then the high-strength coping is created from that file.
Estimated Cost Approx. Rs. 13,000 - 14,000 per Crown (for both types mentioned below)
a. Procera - Alumina: Procera (Alumina) is composed of a densely
sintered high-purity aluminum oxide coping that is manufactured using CAD/CAM
technology. The core has the ability to transmit light without being
transparent. The secret behind Procera is its unique combination of strength
and beauty. Extremely low fracture rates have been reported and the
restorations serve for many years. More and more patients are asking for
restorations made of material not containing metal or other alloys. It is made
of a bio-compatible material (comparable to Titanium) which minimizes the risk
of allergic reactions.
b. Procera - Zirconia: Strength no longer has to be compromised to
achieve extreme esthetics. Procera Zirconia, made of Yttria Stabilized
Zirconium (YZ) has substantial advantages compared to other dental materials:
mechanical resistance, biocompatibility and fracture toughness two times
greater than Alumina. The Flexural Strength of Zirconia restorations range
from 900 to 1400 MPA. Conventional precious metal ceramics restorations are at
800 MPA or less. Metal ceramics cannot compete with the esthetics of Procera
Zirconia. It is capable of being placed anywhere in the mouth and can
accommodate 3 - 4 unit bridges. Procera Zirconia restorations can be inserted
using conventional cementing techniques. Bonding is not required.
3M ESPE Lava is a zirconium oxide understructure that is
pressed with a proprietary, pre-blended ceramic. Touted as one of the most
esthetic restorations available, Lava is one of the most respected names in
dentistry. Lava All - Ceramic System from 3M ESPE uses innovative digital
technology and superior materials to help produce high quality restorations
for the patients. Using the speed and precision of CAD/CAM technology, it
creates all-ceramic crown and bridge substructures with Zirconia, an extremely
strong, stable and fracture-resistant ceramic material. The Lava frame
Zirconia understructure is made utilizing CAD/CAM technology, a process during
which the pinned and sectioned model is scanned with a 3D optical scanner, the
understructure designed on the computer screen, and then the restoration
milled using a pre-sintered Zirconia block. This milled block is then colored
using one of eight shades matched to the VITA� Classical Shade Guide. Finally,
the milled Lava frame is sintered for 10 hours to fully gain its high strength
and fracture resistance. Preparations require removal of less tooth structure,
and cementation accommodates even conventional techniques. Colorable
frameworks that are thin and translucent ensure a natural and vital
appearance. The result is efficient production of restorations with excellent
esthetics, enduring strength and precise fit giving you one of the most
durable and esthetic all-ceramic restorations available today.
Comes with a 3M ESPE backed 15 years Warranty.
Estimated Cost Approx. Rs. 15,000 - 16,000 per Crown
Cercon is a high-tech substructure ceramic
which has been specially developed for a long lasting effect and is able to
withstand the enormous forces present when chewing. Environmental influences
affect our lives. Therefore, special attention is drawn to biocompatible and
physically tolerated solutions when it comes to dental prosthesis. White and
ivory colored Cercon provides a veneer which is practically identical to the
natural aesthetic color of teeth so that the new tooth looks as natural as
your own. Cercon has proved its worth in many comprehensive international
clinical studies. Cercon guarantees secure application of crowns and bridges.
Estimated Cost Approx. Rs. 10,000 - 12,000 per Crown
The copy-milling unit is a manually operated machine for the manufacture of crown & bridge framework made of Zirconia. A composite coping framework is scanned using a stylus and enlarged by a lever arm system (pantographic principle) and milled from a Zirconia blank specifically developed for this device. Any type of preparations can be milled with the Zirkograph, which are tangential, shoulder and groove preparations. Furthermore, implant-borne bridges inlay bridges, 14-unit veneer bridges, continuous beams and individual dental implant prosthesis can be milled with this device. The milled framework is then dipped in a staining liquid corresponding to the selected shade and then sintered. The coping framework is then ready for porcelain veneering
Captek was developed by a Prosthodontist and a world class dental technician to provide their patients with the optimal crowns and bridges. Now Captek is available worldwide for you to benefit your patients with. Captek is a unique metal gold composite coping for a PFM fixed partial denture. Resulting in esthetic, healthy, strong and long lasting crowns and bridges, you can successfully place in all cases, either natural teeth or implants. Captek is a highly biocompatible crown, designed to look naturally beautiful, strong and durable, and still be a healthy choice for your mouth. Captek is a unique material with unique qualities, unknown in any other dental material. It is composed of only high noble metals such as Gold, Platinum and Palladium. Fabricated to give the best results for a natural feel with any tooth crown.
Advantages:
Estimated Cost Approx. Rs. 14,000 - 15,000 per Crown
Air Abrasion is a technique applied instead of drilling, for removing decayed tooth, as well as for other dental treatments. Air Abrasion Technique: The instrument used for air abrasion has the semblance of a small sandblaster. Using this instrument, a mixture of extremely fine particles of baking soda, aluminum oxide, and silica are sprayed on to the surface of the tooth. These are sprayed with force, using compressed air or gas, through the hand-piece of the instrument. As the powered stream strikes the area, the decayed particles get sprayed off. The decayed portions that are thus removed are suctioned off after that The Benefits of Air Abrasion: Air abrasion does have certain benefits over the conventional drilling of teeth. These are listed below:
A BPS brand
denture is the result of a coordinated system of products, instruments, set-up
techniques and training which are available exclusively to certified dental
professionals.
SR Ivocap Injection System: The SR Ivocap System produces highly
accurate methyl methacrylate-based dentures. After mixing, the material is
injected into the flask under pressure. Constant pressure is applied during
polymerization. As the denture base material flows consistently, the shrinkage
of the material is optimally compensated.
BPS Denture System Benefits:
Estimated Cost Approx. Rs. 15,000 per Denture Set
Flexible partial
dentures are a comfortable, beautiful, and affordable choice. It was long
thought that removable partial dentures had to be rigid to be effective. The
innovation of the Valplast Flexible Partial allows the restoration to adapt to
the constant movement and flexibility in your mouth. This is the underlying
thinking behind Valplasts innovative flexible, removable partial denture. The
flexibility, combined with strength and light weight, provides total comfort
and great looks! The preparation is relatively simple because your natural
teeth don not need to be altered in any way. The Valplast partial is virtually
invisible because there are no telltale metal clasps and the material itself
blends with the tissue in your mouth so that the only thing that shows is your
beautiful smile. When considering a removable partial, many people find the
Valplast Flexible Partial to be the most comfortable option, and the final
restoration can be made very quickly! While the cost is often higher than a
partial made with visible metal clasps, the results of the flexible partial
are beautiful, and patient satisfaction is very high. The Valplast flexible
partial involves only non-invasive procedures, and gives you confidence in
your restoration while talking, eating, and most importantly: smiling!
Estimated Cost Approx. Rs. 8000 - 9000 for a Unilateral Denture & Rs. 17000 -
18000 for a Bilateral Denture (irrespective of the number of teeth in either
case on either side)
If you are looking
for a fast way to dramatically whiten your teeth, Zoom 2 Chair side Whitening
System may be the answer for you. In just 45 minutes, this safe and effective
yet innovative teeth bleaching system can give you the instant results you
have been wanting - an average of eight shades! A specially designed light
activates the Zoom 2 Whitening Gel to gently break down stains on your teeth
to put the sparkle back in your smile! Also with the new Zoom 2 system, the
patients experience up to 67% less sensitivity than with the other Zoom
system. Zoom offers the best cosmetic teeth whitening available. Of all the
dental whitening treatments (laser teeth whitening, whitening toothpaste,
whitening strips, whitening gel and trays, and more), nothing whitens better
or faster. Zoom 2 has clinically proven to be safe and effective and many
dentists consider whitening the safest cosmetic dental procedure available.
Almost anyone can benefit from it.
How long do the results last?
By following some simple post-whitening care instructions, your teeth will
always be lighter than they were before. To keep your teeth looking their
best, we recommend flossing, brushing twice daily, regular dental cleanings
and occasional touch-ups with Zoom 2 Take-Home gel. These are professional
formula products designed specifically to keep your teeth their brightest.
They are available only through your dentist
Advantages: Faster, More Comfortable & More Effective
Estimated Cost Approx. Rs. 15,000
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