In this issue:
BruxZir® Zirconia: From American Success Story to International Phenomenon
Originally conceived as an esthetic, more durable alternative to posterior PFM crowns, the development of BruxZir® Solid Zirconia has continued to advance by leaps and bounds. Due to innovations in material science and dental CAD/CAM technology, BruxZir Solid Zirconia can now be deployed in virtually any indication, from BruxZir Anterior veneers to full-arch implant restorations. What began as an idea, with years of relentless, painstaking research at the Glidewell Dental R&D department in Irvine, California, has grown into an international phenomenon, with over 14 million restorations serving patients worldwide since 2009. Here, we’ve collected reactions from dentists across the globe who are taking advantage of BruxZir Solid Zirconia and its unique combination of strength and esthetics.
As an exceptionally strong material suitable for the esthetic zone, BruxZir Anterior marked another key advancement in the evolution of monolithic zirconia. Shown here, BruxZir Anterior crowns are used to replace PFM restorations on teeth #7–9, resulting in enhanced esthetics in seamless harmony with the surrounding natural dentition.
This 3-unit fixed bridge case showcases BruxZir Solid Zirconia as originally envisioned — an esthetic restorative material that can withstand the forces of bruxism and the posterior region of the mouth.
Since its release in 2013, the BruxZir Full-Arch Implant Prosthesis has provided edentulous patients with a high-strength alternative to the screw-retained hybrid denture. Its monolithic construction affords a superior long-term prognosis by avoiding the chips, fractures and other prosthetic complications that tend to compromise acrylic-based appliances.
I believe monolithic zirconia is one of the most significant advancements in implant prosthetics. With the BruxZir Full-Arch Implant Prosthesis, Glidewell has simplified the process.
– Dr. Randolph Resnik
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Nowadays I have more patients who are satisfied and confident with what they have in their mouths.
– Dr. Carlos Mario Garcés
Bogotá, Colombia
I’m very happy with BruxZir Anterior. The cases I’ve done in the esthetic zone have fit perfectly, and I recommend the material to all of my doctor friends.
– Dr. Benjamín Ravinet
Santiago, Chile
In the search for an appealing fixed prosthesis for our edentulous patients, BruxZir Solid Zirconia has allowed us to prescribe long-span restorations in all-ceramic that are not only durable but also show very good esthetics. Our patients are thankful for the opportunity to receive metal- and acrylic-free fixed restorations.
– Dr. Robert-Marie Frey, with Drs. Julie Rohde and Patricia Bosniac
Heidelberg, Germany
As a clinician, BruxZir provides me with a high-standard material that makes me feel confident in the strength and quality of my work. The esthetics are incredible.
– Dr. Amir Pirhayati
Örebro, Sweden
BruxZir is easy to use, requires a small reduction, and solves complicated situations such as a strong bite and patients who do not consider the hardness of the food they eat. I especially prefer it in the posterior and have delivered full-mouth BruxZir restorations for many patients, including my mother and aunt. I have not had a single unpleasant experience with the material.
– Dr. Soboh Naser
Bucharest, Romania
An important reason I use BruxZir is to overcome chipping! In the past, when using PFM restorations, I was always afraid that metal would show as a result of occlusal forces or bruxism. With the monolithic BruxZir material, this is no longer a problem. Also, the price-performance ratio is incredible and allows me to treat patients with less funding available.
– Dr. Henryk Donnerstag
Kassel, Germany
