DOI: 10.36347/sjds.2024.v11i03.001

Pages: 15-24

Zirconia is one of the materials with several advantages including excellent mechanical and biological behaviors that provide numerous indications in various clinical situations. Because the opaque appearance of zirconia negatively affects the aesthetic outcome, layering materials have been proposed to mask this appearance. However, porcelain chipping is considered one of the most common technical problems in veneered zirconia crown. To overcome the problem of poor optical properties, translucent monolithic zirconia was introduced to fabricate multi-unit monolithic crown without increased risk of porcelain fracture or reduced esthetic properties of the core material. However, this material must be further studied in vitro and in vivo to determine its long-term ability to maintain its exceptional properties. The aim of this article is to provide an overview of the dental zirconia (Zir) revolution, including its types, properties, applications and cementation procedures.