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Influence of Firing Modality on Lithium Disilicate Ceramic Color

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This study demonstrates that using a faster firing cycle may result in color variation when producing same-day computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing restorations.

AGD Subject Code: 250

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

After reading this course, the participant should be able to:

  1. Explain the role of computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology in modern dentistry, particularly in producing high-quality, esthetically pleasing restorations directly in the dental operatory.
  2. Identify the factors contributing to color variation in lithium disilicate glass ceramic blocks, focusing on the impact of different firing cycles on the final restoration shade.
  3. Discuss how to apply the study’s findings to clinical practice, making informed decisions about shade and translucency selection for CAD/CAM restorations to ensure optimal esthetic outcomes.

This course was published in the June/July 2024 issue and expires July 2027. The authors have no commercial conflicts of interest to disclose. This 2 credit hour self-study activity is electronically mediated.

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William Elza, DMD, is an assistant clinical professor and director of clinical digital technology at the Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in Glendale, Arizona. He can be reached at welza@midwestern.edu.


Bradley S. Roberts, DDS, is an associate clinical professor and clinical care faculty at Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in Glendale, Arizona.


Eugenia P. Roberts, DDS, is an associate clinical professor and course director for oral pathology at Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in Glendale, Arizona. She can be reached at erober@midwestern.edu.


Jason Eaton, DDS, is an assistant clinical professor at the Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine.


John Mitchell, PhD, is a professor and associate dean for research at the Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine.


Gina Marie Agostini-Walesch, PhD, is a research methodologist with a specialized focus on large-scale projects in health and biology. She serves as a clinical research coordinator at Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in Glendale, and also as a section officer for the Arizona chapter of the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research.


Charlotte Bolch, PhD, is a biostatistician and associate director of the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs at the Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine.


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