Do the IPS e.max ZirCAD frameworks have to be pretreated prior to sintering?
Can moist frameworks be sintered in the Sintramat?
What is the purpose of the IPS e.max Ceram ZirLiner?
Can IPS e.max ZirCAD frameworks also be pressed-over and/or veneered without IPS e.max Ceram ZirLiner?
Why is the IPS e.max Ceram ZirLiner powder green and how should it be applied?
Can furnaces from other manufacturers also be used to sinter IPS e.max ZirCAD restorations?
May IPS e.max ZirCAD restorations be sandblasted with Al2O3 prior to veneering?
Can IPS e.max ZirCAD restorations be conventionally cemented?

Do the IPS e.max ZirCAD frameworks have to be pretreated prior to sintering?

Make sure that the frameworks are cleaned. Clean, dry frameworks with compressed air and moist frameworks under running water.
The framework must not be cleaned with ultrasound in a water bath or with a steam jet. Furthermore, frameworks must not be blasted with Al2O3
or polishing jet medium. The frameworks must be dried prior to the sintering procedure. ( top of page)

Can moist frameworks be sintered in the Sintramat?

The framework must be dry prior to the sintering procedure. Moist frameworks must not be sintered. Therefore, the framework may be dried
either in a drying cabinet (at approximately 80 °C / 176 °F) or under an infrared lamp. ( top of page)

What is the purpose of the IPS e.max Ceram ZirLiner?

IPS e.max Ceram ZirLiners are translucent. Their three major purposes are as follows:
1. They enable a strong, homogeneous bond with the zirconium oxide framework.
2. They provide the white, non-coloured zirconium oxide frameworks with chroma, an in-depth effect, and a shaded character
    without increasing their opacity.
3. They also provide the non-fluorescent zirconium oxide framework with a natural fluorescence, thus enabling the fabrication of lifelike restorations.
( top of page)

Can IPS e.max ZirCAD frameworks also be pressed-over and/or veneered without IPS e.max Ceram ZirLiner?

A suitably shaded IPS e.max Ceram ZirLiner must always be applied before waxing up. The IPS e.max Ceram ZirLiner generates an
outstanding bond and gives the restoration an effect of depth with regard to colour and fluorescence. ( top of page)

Why is the IPS e.max Ceram ZirLiner powder green and how should it be applied?

Since zirconium oxide is white and, therefore, shows a poor contrast to tooth-coloured and/or white powders, the IPS e.max ZirLiner was given
an identification colour to render its application more simple and efficient. The IPS e.max Ceram ZirLiner consists of a very fine powder and
appears somewhat thick due to the dense packing of the grains. Make sure that the material is applied in an even, greenish coat. If the shade
is too pale, the layer is too thin. After firing, however, the ZirLiner demonstrates a layer thickness of approximately 0.1 mm. ( top of page)

Can furnaces from other manufacturers also be used to sinter IPS e.max ZirCAD restorations?

IPS e.max ZirCAD has been especially coordinated with the Sintramat from Ivoclar Vivadent. The sinter program was developed with requirements,
such as accuracy of fit and durability, in mind. Other high-temperature furnaces may thus only be used under certain conditions.
Please contact Ivoclar Vivadent to learn more about compatible furnaces. ( top of page)

May IPS e.max ZirCAD restorations be sandblasted with Al2O3 prior to veneering?

Clean the framework under running water or with a steam jet prior to veneering. The framework should not be sandblasted with Al2O3,
since this may damage the ceramic surface and even jeopardize the bond between the framework and the layering ceramic. ( top of page)

Can IPS e.max ZirCAD restorations be conventionally cemented?

IPS e.max ZirCAD restorations may be either adhesively or conventionally cemented. For conventional cementation, however, an appropriately
retentive preparation design must be observed. If this is not possible, adhesive cementation, e.g. with Multilink® should be used. Vivaglass® CEM
is available for conventional cementation. We advise against the use of traditional phosphate cements, since they negatively influence the
light transmission through the all-ceramic and compromise the aesthetic appearance of the all-ceramic restorations. Pressed-over,
inlay-retained bridges must be seated using adhesive cementation. ( top of page)