Ivoclar Vivadent IPS Empress Esthetic User Manual

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Full crown

Anterior and posterior crown

The anatomical shape is evenly reduced while observing the given minimum thicknesses. A circumferential shoulder is

prepared with rounded inner edges or a chamfer. The width of the circular shoulder or chamfer should be

≥ 1 mm. The

incisal/occlusal third of the crown is reduced by approximately 1.5 mm. The incisal or occlusal part should be reduced by

approximately 2 mm.

Veneer

If possible, the preparation should be entirely located in the enamel, either without involving reduction of the incisal edge

or traditional preparation involving reduction of the incisal edge. The incisal preparation margins should not be located in

the area of the abrasion surfaces.

The extent of the incisal reduction depends on the desired translucency of the incisal area to be built up. The more

transparent the incisal edge of the intended veneer, the more pronounced the reduction should be. The incisal edge must

be reduced by at least 1 mm. By preparing orientation grooves using a depth marker, controlled enamel reduction can be

achieved. The minimum preparation thickness is

≥ 0.6 - 1 mm, depending on the preparation technique selected.

Dissolution of the proximal contacts is not required. Discoloured teeth may require more preparation. In the cervical area,

prepare a chamfer.

Dimensions in mm