Elegant Dental Laboratory Blog
Articles on digital dentistry, clinical tips, case planning, and dental lab workflow.
Types of Zirconia Explained: 3Y, 4Y, 5Y, Multilayer, Monolithic and Layered
What 3Y, 4Y and 5Y mean for strength and translucency, how multilayer blanks work, minimum thickness and bridge limits by...
Crown Prep Guide: Reduction, Margins and Taper for Zirconia, E.max and PFM
Manufacturer minimums for occlusal and axial reduction, the right margin for each material, taper and wall height for retention, and...
PFM vs. Zirconia Crowns in 2026: When Metal-Ceramic Still Makes Sense
2026 survival data for crowns and bridges, manufacturer prep and bridge limits, ADA alloy classes and a case-by-case guide to...
Screw-Retained vs. Cement-Retained Implant Crowns: How to Choose
Survival, excess cement, screw loosening, angled channels and screwmentable crowns: what the reviews and the ITI consensus say, turned into...
Crown Remakes: What Really Causes Them and How to Prevent Them
What the data say about crown and bridge remakes: how common they are, the fit problems at the top of...
Zirconia vs. E.max: When to Use Each, With Prep and Cementation Tips
Strength, esthetics, minimum thickness, cementation and five-year survival of zirconia and IPS e.max, turned into a case-by-case guide for dentists.
Zirconia Teeth: Pros, Cons, Best Uses, and How They Compare
Zirconia teeth are known for their strength, durability, and natural white appearance. Here’s what they are, where they work best,...
