Lithium Disilicate (IPS e.max) Veneers in Marrakech
Combining an impressive flexural strength of 470 to 530 MPa with luminous biomimetic realism, our IPS e.max® lithium disilicate veneers stand as the benchmark restoration for anterior aesthetic rehabilitations.
Artisan Craftsmanship at ELWAFA DENTAL Laboratory
Lithium disilicate (notably the world-renowned IPS e.max line) transformed contemporary aesthetic dentistry by reconciling high mechanical durability with vivid natural translucency.
At ELWAFA DENTAL laboratory in Marrakech, we fabricate lithium disilicate veneers through robotic 5-axis wet milling or vacuum heat pressing. This homogeneous crystalline material eliminates porosity, delivering proven clinical longevity in the oral cavity.
Each restoration then receives customized finishing: three-dimensional surface characterization, incisal cut-back with ceramic layering, or delicate staining to match the chromatic formula of adjacent dentition.
Why Prescribe This Restoration?
500 MPa Flexural Strength
Withstands functional and masticatory loads without chipping or fracture risks.
Precision CAD/CAM Fit
Robotic milling guarantees sharp cervical margins and marginal gaps below 20 microns.
Comprehensive Translucency Range
Available in HT (High), MT (Medium), LT (Low), and MO (Medium Opacity) ingots to mask darker preparations.
Superior Adhesive Bonding
Etchable glass-ceramic developing high bond strengths to conditioned enamel and dentin.
Laboratory Fabrication Protocol
Acquisition & Digital Design
3D scan import into Exocad/3Shape systems with precise margin delineation and emergence profile shaping.
5-Axis Milling or High-Precision Press
Micron wet milling from IPS e.max® CAD blocks or vacuum pressing of lithium disilicate ingots.
Crystallization & Thermal Cycle
Controlled vacuum firing transforming intermediate metasilicate into high-strength lithium disilicate.
Cut-Back & Biomimetic Glaze
Custom VITA Classical or 3D-Master characterization and final glaze firing with soft mechanical polish.
Primary Clinical Indications
- Complete anterior smile makeovers (canine-to-canine or premolar-to-premolar).
- Masking discolored or dysplastic preparations (using MT/LT opacity levels).
- Correction of peg laterals, microdontia, and mild alignment discrepancies.
- Functional anterior guidance re-establishment.
Insights for Dental Surgeons & Patients
Can lithium disilicate veneers mask a dark devitalized tooth?
Yes, by utilizing medium opacity ingots (MT or LT) or double-block technique, dark preparation shades are effectively neutralized while retaining natural surface translucency.
Can e.max veneers and crowns be combined on the same patient?
Absolutely. Using the same IPS e.max material across crowns and veneers ensures matching optical behavior, color consistency, and uniform aging across the entire dental arch.
What is the clinical success rate of bonded e.max veneers?
Clinical studies demonstrate success rates exceeding 95% over 15 years when placed under rigorous enamel adhesive bonding protocols.
Complementary Prosthetic Solutions
