Biocompatible materials are non-toxic substances, and when used in dental restorations, they help prevent inflammation and discomfort. Dental labs prioritize these materials to create durable and aesthetic appliances like crowns, bridges, and dentures. Here are a few biocompatible materials Mabel Dental uses in dental restorations:
Ceramics for Precise Fits
Ceramic dental restorations are often made from a single, solid block of monolithic lithium disilicate ceramic. This material is a glass-based ceramic that gives appliances strength and translucency that mimics natural teeth. Because the material behaves similarly to natural enamel, dental labs can adjust the shade of veneers to match individual customizations. It is also less likely to fracture than older ceramic types, and this enables our technicians to create thinner restorations.
Ceramic appliances can be cemented to existing teeth either adhesively, self-adhesively, or conventionally. This versatility helps verify that each appliance accurately fits a patient’s teeth, whether installing inlays or onlays. When ceramic appliances are bonded correctly, they are able to resist daily wear from chewing; this supports long-lasting dental restorations that help safeguard oral health.
Resins for Comfort
Resins often replace metal-based dental appliances to create durable but comfortable biocompatible alternatives. Many resins are safe for oral tissue and can help prevent allergic reactions or irritation; this supports patients as they adjust to wearing partial dentures, making it easier to follow dentist recommendations for care and use. Some other benefits of resin appliances include:
- Aesthetic appearance: Dental labs can match resin restorations to a patient’s existing tooth color, so that fillings, dentures, and veneers blend seamlessly.
- Versatile designs: Resins may be made to be flexible, rigid, or a hybrid of the two, to accommodate various needs.
- Precise manufacturing: Dental technicians often use 3D printing to fabricate resin appliances; this allows restorations to match highly detailed dental scans.
- Easy repairability: The manufacturing process of resin appliances makes them easy to repair or replace if they become damaged over time.
Titanium for Stability
Dental labs often use titanium to create metal frameworks for dentures or other restorations. As a biocompatible material, titanium helps prevent gingival infections and metallic odors. Mabel Dental 3D-prints titanium frames to offer a lightweight but high-strength option for removable dentures; they are also flexible, which helps appliances withstand regular handling and chewing. The metal’s oxide layer makes this material a strong candidate for implants. When used as implant abutments, titanium supports osseointegration, the process by which the implant fuses with the jawbone. This helps maintain bone health and verifies that the restoration can withstand biting and chewing long-term.
Work With Dental Labs Today
Dental labs can fabricate various oral appliances, including crowns, dentures, veneers, and mouth guards. When they use biocompatible materials, labs support the transition from natural to artificial teeth by reducing discomfort and verifying an accurate fit. Mabel Dental works with dentists to develop personalized restorations. Dentists can send 3D scans or traditional impressions along with patient preferences and specifications; this verifies that each appliance is aesthetically and functionally compatible. Contact a dental lab today to learn more about custom restorations and appliances.
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