UZir Ultra Translucent is a new formula of zirconia, offering a unique combination of translucency and strength. This product is a breakthrough given that traditionally zirconia is considered a strong but opaque material with questionable aesthetics in anterior regions. The strength of UZir is higher than more translucent alternatives and so it addresses the market in between glass ceramics and the more opaque crystalline zirconias. Multi-layered blocks are also a feature that will enhance the aesthetics.
UZir Ultra Translucent | |
Material | Ultra translucent monolithic zirconia |
Aesthetics | ✓ ✓ ✓ |
Translucency | ✓ ✓ ✓ |
Durability | ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ |
Margins | Shoulder/chamfer |
Flexural strength | 800MPa |
Indications | Anterior and posterior crowns Inlays/Onlays (limited) Cement-retained implants 3 unit bridges (1 pontic) |
Colour | 20 shades |
Bonding | Conventional |
Stain resistance | ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ |
Span/ingot size | Single anterior units, selected posterior single units, 3 unit bridges (1 pontic) |