Fixed zirconia partial denture

ABSTRACT

Background: Ceramics have anextended history in fixed prosthodontics of attaining optimal esthetics. Yttrium tetragonal zirconia polycrystal [Y-TZP]-based systems are a recent addition to the high-strength, all- ceramic systems used for crowns and fixed partial dentures, the highly esthetic nature of zirconia coupled with its superior physical properties and biocompatibility have resulted in restorative systems that meet optimal recent demands