A platinum foil matrix supports an alumina oxide core, and its porcelain veneer (the foil is later removed). Amongst others, the VITADur Alpha "all ceramic" range can still be used for making this type of crown.
Metal alloys
Gold can be used to make inlays, onlays, gold crowns, and supporting bridges. It has the finest 'material to tooth structure' wear index. It is highly malleable and adaptable. Easy to use, it is renowned for its longevity. Gold has long been a material of choice in the dental industry.
Vita Omega 900
Highly aesthetic, we use this material for restoring failing dentition in crown and bridge work. A highly refined material (8 microns per particle size), that can be used on a variety of sub-structures. For use specifically with the Vita 3D Master shade guide.
Ivoclar Classic V Metal Ceramics
Highly aesthetic, this material can be used for restoring failing dentition in crown and bridge work. A highly refined material (random 8-16 microns per particle size), that can be used on a variety of sub-structures.
Ducera Gold Metal Ceramics
Manufactured by Degudent. A wonderfully aesthetic material that is part of the "Golden gate system". A highly refined material (3 microns per particle size), it can be used where wear indications are apparent. Can be blended (between gold and ceramic), in problem occlusions.
Fujirock Dental Stones
GC Fujirock has been manufactured for many years and is widely used by dental laboratories for producing models. Renown for its excellent physical properties, it is very consistent when handled, and is in our opinion, the best in its class.
