Aesthetic Ceramic Restorations
Ultra-thin, highly aesthetic ceramic restorations crafted from lithium disilicate for superior translucency and natural appearance.
Questions & Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
Aesthetic ceramic restorations are all-ceramic, metal-free restorations crafted primarily from lithium disilicate (e.max) or other high-strength glass ceramics. They offer superior translucency, depth of colour, and light transmission that closely mimic natural tooth structure — making them the first choice for smile makeovers, anterior crowns, and ultra-thin veneers.
Ceramic veneers are ideal for patients looking to improve the colour, shape, size, or alignment of their front teeth. Candidates should have sufficient tooth structure remaining and must not be bruxers, as heavy grinding forces can fracture thin ceramic restorations. Your dentist will assess suitability based on the occlusion, existing tooth structure, and patient expectations.
At Jalandhar Dental Lab, we fabricate ultra-thin e.max veneers as thin as 0.3 mm. These no-prep or minimal-prep veneers require little or no tooth reduction, preserving maximum natural tooth structure. The minimum thickness achievable depends on the shade change required — more opaque cases may require slightly greater thickness.
IPS e.max lithium disilicate has a flexural strength of approximately 400 MPa, making it suitable for single crowns up to the first molar region in patients with normal bite forces. It is not recommended for multi-unit posterior bridges. For heavy bruxers or long-span cases, monolithic zirconia is the preferred alternative.
Accurate shade matching requires a clinical photograph of the natural dentition alongside a calibrated shade guide tab under natural light. For smile design cases, we also accept digital shade scans and can work with the dentist on a shade prescription. A wax-up or mock-up is recommended for complex aesthetic cases before irreversible tooth preparation.
For pressed e.max crowns, a minimum of 1.0–1.5 mm axial reduction and 1.5–2.0 mm occlusal/incisal reduction is recommended. Veneer preparations typically require 0.3–0.5 mm of labial reduction with a chamfer or feather-edge finish line. Sharp line angles should be rounded to prevent stress concentration in the ceramic.