What is Emax Dental?

The Emax tooth is made of a special ceramic material that is completely durable and at the same time very aesthetically effective. It is mostly used by dentists to restore the integrity of teeth damaged by decay. It can also be preferred as an additional treatment after root canal treatment. It is suitable for strengthening the structure of the teeth and ensuring their greater protection.

Emax crowns are partially translucent. Since people's natural teeth are also translucent, they provide a natural appearance to the teeth. A very good aesthetic appearance for anterior teeth can be obtained by using emax dental veneers.

Emax crowns do not contain metal under the ceramic. In porcelain-fused metal crowns, the metal is covered with a thin layer of porcelain that ends with a visible gray lower metal line at the gum line. This can result in an unnatural appearance. Emax-based dentures can look like completely natural and original teeth. Also, since they are durable, they do not break easily. They are less likely to crack or break.

Emax crowns can be easily produced by CAD-CAM milling. CAD-CAM milling is a procedure used by dentists to obtain perfectly shaped and sized crowns that fit a patient's natural teeth. In this technique, a digital measurement of the teeth is taken and this measurement is loaded into the CAD-CAM software. A customized crown is then created.

How is Emax Coating Made?

The first step in answering the question of how Emax coating is done is to plan based on the clinical and radiological evaluations of the person. In case of suitable intraoral conditions for treatment, firstly, intraoral measurements are taken and these measurements are transferred to the laboratory for design modelling. Various design alternatives suitable for the patient are created through computer-aided systems in the laboratory. Among the designs, the most ideal option for the person is determined by the joint decision of the physician and the patient. In cases where the positions of the teeth are suitable, the design can be rehearsed in the mouth before the treatment by creating a silicone mold on this design model. During these processes, if needed, the design details can be changed. After the Emax dental veneer treatment planning is completed, the treatment process begins.

During the treatment process, a painless application can be achieved by applying local anesthesia to the area to be treated. When a match is achieved in the relevant area, necessary arrangements are made on the teeth and these arrangements are recorded by taking new measurements from the mouth and adapting to the design. Temporary dental prostheses are placed on the treated teeth and the session is completed. When the final design is created in the laboratory, emax dental prosthesis is created by using computer-aided special production applications. Then, a new session is organized and the treatment is completed by fixing the prostheses with special adhesives that create a strong chemical bond to the related teeth.

Emax coating life; It may vary depending on the correct application, the routine maintenance of oral hygiene and the loads on the prosthesis. For this reason, those who have emax veneer should take care to maintain their routine oral care correctly and to make a control appointment at the recommended intervals after the treatment. Dentist controls can be effective in early diagnosis and treatment, especially in case of the development of life-threatening factors such as disproportionate load on the teeth. In this way, the success of the treatment can be maintained for a longer time by preventing irreversible damage.

Emax Dental Veneers are Long Lasting

We prepare Emax teeth from compressed ceramic. We combine this ceramic with zirconium, making it extremely durable. Therefore, Emax coatings are also durable and long-lasting. If you are a person who takes care of oral and dental health, you can use your veneers for more than 10 years as on the first day. However, even if we use the highest quality materials, minor wear on your coatings is inevitable over time. After your dentist corrects these defects, you can continue to use your veneers for many years.

Emax Veneers Are Easily Fixed To The Tooth Surface

Emax teeth, which is a high-end type of veneer, adapt to the tooth enamel better than other veneer types and are easier to fix, thanks to its thin structure. We stick other veneers on the dentin, not the enamel. We place Emax veneers on the tooth enamel without over-eroding. Research shows that veneers placed on tooth enamel are more permanent. This is another positive feature of emax coatings.

To Whom Is E-max Porcelain Applied?

This process is preferred not for rotten or broken teeth, but rather for visual appeal. Especially in the anterior teeth, the rate of application is quite high. E-max porcelain is one of the most frequently used methods in deformed teeth and in disturbing imaged tooth arrays.

Why is E-max Porcelain Not Applied on All Teeth?

E-max application is not preferred much in patients with long tooth loss. This is because; It is not suitable for long tooth cavity construction. Metal-containing coatings are preferred, especially since the strength is based on the back grinding teeth. E-max is more suitable for the structure of anterior incisors due to its structure. Visually, it is applied to the anterior and visible teeth of patients who have e-max due to aesthetic anxiety.

What are the Differences Between Emax Coating and Zirconium?

In order to clarify the differences between Emax veneer and zirconium, it is necessary to consider the properties of both materials separately. Both Emax and zirconium are used in smile design and smile aesthetic applications. Both materials provide results that are very close to natural teeth in a detailed study. Generally, zirconiums are preferred in bridge areas. Emax is not suitable for long bridges, especially in terms of force balance.

Both Emax coating and zirconium coating are materials without metal support. However, each has unique properties that make it suitable for use interchangeably for different situations. Emax is superior to zirconium in terms of aesthetic capacity. It can also be applied with much less abrasion than the tooth. In order to choose between Emax and zirconium, it is necessary to undergo a detailed dental examination.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Emax Coating

The advantages and disadvantages of the Emax coating are important considerations in determining the suitability of the treatment to the individual. If a treatment plan is made in accordance with the limitations of the material used, it is possible to provide a successful treatment without being affected by the disadvantages of the emax coating.

Advantages:

Since it does not contain any metal elements in its structure, it can be used safely in individuals who are allergic to various metals.
Being able to be prepared without the need for the use of a metal infrastructure supporting the ceramic ensures that the aesthetically disadvantageous appearances of metal-based prostheses are eliminated. In this way, dark and dull appearance that develops in traditional infrastructure restorations or gray reflection problems in areas close to the gingiva are not encountered in emax prostheses.
Since it can be produced in many different color options, a tone that is compatible with the natural tooth color can be easily selected.
Thanks to its high light transmittance, it can create a profile that is compatible with tooth structures.
The surface of the material can be easily polished. In this way, a surface profile can be created that prevents the adhesion of both plaques and color pigments.
Since Emax dental prostheses are prepared with computer aided design and production systems, the final prosthesis can be reached in a very short time. Since these systems allow the design to be determined and produced in detail, it is easier to prepare prostheses that are highly compatible with tissues.
In cases where the site preparation for the prosthesis on the teeth is done properly, it is possible to prepare the prosthesis exit profile from the gingiva to be compatible with the natural tooth profile.
The designs prepared for Emax veneers can be stored in the computer environment and can be used to prepare a new prosthesis for the area if needed.
The material used in the treatment is highly resistant to standard loads on the teeth in the mouth. In this way, it can be used safely in every region of the mouth.
Since Emax coatings do not undergo dimensional changes, they can maintain their current form as long as they are not damaged. In this way, in cases where the prosthesis and tooth tissue are properly protected, the compatibility of the prosthesis with the tooth can be maintained.
Thanks to its high resistance to abrasion, it is possible to maintain the continuity of its smooth surface and color properties.
A material that has an insoluble structure in the mouth and allows the prosthesis to be bonded to the tooth by chemical reactions is used for bonding Emax dentures to the tooth surface. For this reason, it contributes to the longevity of the treatment by providing a very strong connection in cases where the right applications are made.

Disadvantages:

Prostheses prepared with E-max material do not have such a high level of durability that they can meet the forces ideally in large gaps caused by tooth deficiencies. Emax veneers may not provide a long-lasting treatment in the presence of habits that cause a disproportionately high load on different areas, such as clenching, grinding, and biting nails. However, the existence of these habits does not completely prevent the person from performing emax coating treatments. In these cases, if the condition of the teeth is suitable for treatment with emax, first the treatment of parafunctional habits is planned and after treatment is provided, prosthesis applications can be considered.