Introduction:
Dental glass-ceramic blocks represent the forefront of CAD/CAM restorative materials. CapDeg ceramic block engineered to deliver exceptional strength, lifelike aesthetics, and seamless clinical integration. These monolithic blocks serve as the raw material for digitally designed crowns, veneers, inlays, onlays, and bridges, combining the optical properties of glass with the mechanical resilience of advanced ceramics.
Key Composition & Technology:
Synthesized through controlled crystallization of fine-grained lithium silicate or lithium disilicate glass matrices, these blocks undergo a precise heat treatment process. This creates a uniform microstructure dominated by lithium disilicate crystals (Li₂Si₂O₅) or other reinforcing phases (e.g., zirconia-reinforced lithium silicate), achieving optimal density and homogeneity.
Advantages & Properties:
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Superior Esthetics: High translucency and chameleon effect mimic natural enamel; available in multi-layered shades for seamless integration.
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Exceptional Strength: Flexural strength ranging from 360 MPa to over 500 MPa ensures long-term durability for anterior and posterior applications.
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Biocompatibility: Fully biocompatible, metal-free, and highly tissue-tolerant.
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Precision Milling: Optimized hardness allows smooth, chip-free processing in all major CAD/CAM systems (e.g., CEREC®, Planmeca, Dentsply Sirona).
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Efficient Workflow: Pre-sintered blocks enable chairside or labside milling in a soft state, followed by final crystallization for maximum strength.
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Excellent Bondability: Hydrofluoric acid etching creates micro-retentive surfaces for durable resin-bonded restorations.
Clinical Applications:
Ideal for monolithic full-contour restorations or as high-strength frameworks for veneering ceramics. Used in:
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Single-unit crowns (anterior & posterior)
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Veneers
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Inlays/Onlays
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Thin-prep designs
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Implant superstructures
Processing:
Blocks are milled to design specifications, crystallized/fired (if in a pre-crystal state), then polished or stained/glazed to achieve the desired surface characterization and occlusion.
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