The IPS e.max all-ceramic product line includes a high-strength, lithium disilicate material suitable for pressable fabrication techniques. As such, technicians can realize true simplicity and versatility when fabricating high-strength, esthetic metal-free restorations because the lost-wax pressing techniques they’re accustomed to can be used.

Additionally, the IPS e.max Press material is optimal for satisfying various case needs, including those for esthetics, function, or strength. Whether the restorations are to be placed in the anterior or posterior segment or both, the IPS e.max Press material enables laboratory ceramists to provide dentists with solutions that can be conventionally cemented or adhesively bonded.

Following are the laboratory procedures for using IPS e.max Press when fabricating restorations for a full-mouth reconstruction case. Shade match and blending of the optical properties was facilitated by the highly translucent nature of the material. The material’s inherent strength of 400 MPa was optimal for use in stress-bearing areas.

The clinician performed the standard preparation, impression taking, and temporization protocols. At the laboratory, models were made from the impressions.