- Describe the clinical relevance of fracture toughness versus flexural strength.
- Describe the historical developments in materials for crown and bridge.
- List the recommended dental materials for various clinical situations.
Material Selection for Crown and Bridge
Course Objectives
2 CE Credits
This course presents guidelines for material selection for crown and bridge. Materials covered include porcelain-fused-to-metal, lithium disilicate, zirconium oxide, and cast gold. The relative strength characteristics and esthetic properties of different materials are discussed, with recommendations for clinical success.
Learning Objectives
Recognition & Approval

Glidewell Education Center
Nationally Approved PACE Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority, or AGD endorsement. 3/1/2024 to 2/29/2028.
Provider ID# 216789
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Online CE CourseFinishing, Polishing and Cementing Monolithic Zirconia CrownsIn this course, Dr. Jinny Bender guides clinicians through the essential steps for delivering monolithic zirconia restorations with confidence.
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Online CE CourseMastering Patient Communication: Overcoming Objections in the Dental OfficeIn this course, Debra Engelhardt-Nash will provide an approach to mastering the art of patient dialogue from the initial consultation to overcoming treatment hesitation. Learn how to handle objections with empathy and credibility.
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Online CE CoursePredictable Grafting & Suturing Techniques: Part 1In part one of this course, Dr. Timothy Kosinski presents practical protocols for selecting and using both resorbable and non-resorbable sutures, along with hands-on demonstrations of various suturing techniques and their clinical applications in dental implant preparation.