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Why are bond strengths lowest to LAVA restorations?

April 26, 2017Bond LAVA lowest restorations strengths

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Why are bond strengths lowest to LAVA restorations?

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A Zirconia substrate (e.g., LAVA) is different from porcelain and is generally more difficult to bond to. Zirconia is more resistant to acid than porcelain. Bonding to Zirconia will always be lower compared with other substrates. This is true with other adhesives/cements.