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AESTHETICS
Experience
the aesthetics of a new generation of pressable ceramics, Cerpress
SL.  Cerpress
SL is based on a two phase glass ceramic, leucite crystals embedded
in a glass matrix. In addition to the absorption, reflection and transmission
of light, which primarily determine light, color and transparency,
light refraction plays a vital role in the perfect imitation of a tooth.
The crystal size and distribution of Cerpress SL ceramics is very similar
to the morphology and microstructure of natural dentition, thereby
closely imitating its optical effects. Sensation SL TM is a leucite
reinforced low fusing porcelain similar to Cerpress SL with excellent
wear characteristics.
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SCIENCE
What
makes Cerpress SL together with Sensation SL low fusing porcelain truly
unique? They are  both
leucite reinforced glass matrixes with leucite particles (2-4 microns)
evenly dispersed so that light reflects in the same manner as natural
dentition. Traditional felds-pathic porcelain can have particles as
large as 30 microns, allowing light to refract dissimilar to natural
dentition. Because of this new technological advance in ceramics, metamerism
is minimized and Cerpress SL restorations "simply disappear in
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PRECISION
FIT
 The
aesthetics and precision fit are clearly evident, as shown in the above
before and after
photographs of eight Cerpress SL veneers. Whether it be an inlay, onlay,
full crown or veneer, the precision fit of Cerpress SL is unparalleled. |
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SHADES 
Shades
are matched to the Vita@ Lumin@* Shade Guide and comprise of
16 shades from A1 to D4. Seven translucent ingots are available
for the staining technique, 2T, T, Tl, T2, T3, T4 and T5.
There
is a heightened awareness for a whiter smile. The Cerpress SL
System offers Hollywood shades, AOO, AO, BOO, BO, MAOO, MAO,
MBOO, MBO, to match the hard to achieve bleached look.
Preparation
colors vary as much as shades do. There are many situations in which
the patient's dark preparation color needs to be concealed. Cerpress
SL offers three degrees of translucent ingots to choose from depending
upon the color of the preparation. Once the desired shade has been
selected for the restoration, it is extremely important that the shade
of the preparation be determined with Cerpress SL Prep Color (PC) Guide.
It is important that the restoration shade and the preparation shade
both be communicated to the dental technician. The proper degree of
translucent ingot can then be selected for the Cerpress SL core, dependent
upon the prep color.
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TRANSLUCENCY 
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HIGHLY
TRANSLUCENT: With approximately 28%
opacity, these pressable ingots ate used when a light prep
color is indicated or with inlays and onlays to reflect the
inner tooth color. They are also used for darker shades or
in the posterior region when the prep color and amount of
light are less significant.
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MEDIUM
TRANSLUCENT: With an opacity level
of approximately 55%, these unique shades have a perfect
balance of opacity and vitality providing beautiful aesthetics.
They are designed for the lighter shades, including the Hollywood
shades, to eliminate the greying effect when seated over
a dark preparation and are particularly indicated for laminate
veneers. These medium translucent ingots are available in
thirteen shades.
- HIGH
OPACITY: With an opacity level of approximately
85%, these new pressable ingots were developed for masking
very dark preparations, post and core situations as well as
tetracycline stained teeth.
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FLUORESCENCE
Every
component of the Cerpress SL System fluoresces naturally from
the core material to the Sensation SL low fusing porcelain and
stains. The fluorescing agent enables the final restoration to
mimic natural dentition in every lighting situation. This visual
assessment experienced by doctors and dental technicians have
revealed  that
Cerpress SL is especially "lifelike" in comparison
to other systems. The
fluorescing quality of a material is normally demonstrated by
the use of ultraviolet light. This demonstration is used to show
how a material is affected by those particular wavelengths which
are a component in everyday lighting conditions. We are exposed
to many variations of UV light throughout the day as well as
at different times of the year. If your restoration does not
react to UV light, as does natural dentition, it will not appear
natural. When prescribing a pressable ceramic for your patients
you want the most natural looking restoration. Prescribe Cerpress
SL for restorations which look like natural dentition in every
light.
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SENSATION
SL FLUORESCENT STAINS
These
new generation stains are highly fluorescent. Sensation SL stains are
non metallic, rare earth stains with excellent fluorescent properties.
These stains are not just for external shading but can also be used
internally; thus expanding aesthetic creativity. When processed, the
Sensation SL stains are absorbed into the pressed core. This allows
the color to come from within the restoration giving it more depth
and vitality. This unique quality also prevents the color from easily
being removed during adjusting, polishing, or normal wear by the patient.
Some earlier generation all ceramic restorations use a metallic oxide
stain, which can appear flat and two-dimensional. They can also easily
be removed during adjusting, polishing, and normal wear by the patient.
With Cerpress SL restorations you can be assured of shade stability.
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STRENGTH
Cerpress
SL has been tested to have an impressive strength of 125 MPa
which is just as strong or stronger when compared to other pressable
ceramics and is well above the ISO standard. 
ADDED
BENEFITS
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