THE ANSWER TO CERAMIC INLAY , Emax – A CASE REPORT

One of the primary challenges faced by today’s dental restorative team is the need to deliver high-strength restorative options without compromising the esthetic outcome fueled by ever-increasing patient demands. The availability of improved ceramic materials, bonding techniques, new technology and issues of malgam safety have led to a revival of interest in ceramic inlays in dentistry over the past ten years. The increased demand for esthetically pleasing restorations has led to the introduction of new all ceramic materials together with improvements in resin bonding agents. Bonded ceramic inlays can eliminate the need for conventional means of retention and allow the restoration of lost tooth structure. Ceramics have excellent biocompatibility, inertness, improved physical bonding, and natural appearance. This case report describes the innovative technique that outlines the reconstruction of damaged posterior teeth with lithium disilicate ceramic inlay.