Hybrid Ceramic Products

Hybrid ceramics have increased in popularity over the past few years.  Knowledge of their properties and benefits may be useful to the clinician.  They are permanent restorations boasting the advantages of both ceramic and polymer.

Hybrid ceramics are designed to absorb forces in the mouth.  Bonding is critical to their long-term success.

We offer only premium hybrid ceramic products, being:

• VITA ENAMIC®; and
• GC CERASMART®
  

Further information can be found in the table below.

Brand	Material	Description	Required Clearance (Manufacturer’s Guidelines stated only)	Etch Time
VITA ENAMIC®	Dual network hybrid ceramic	Hybrid material comprising of ceramic (~14%) and polymer (~86%) networks that exhibits tooth-like properties 150-160MPa flexural strength / Weibull modulus: 20 Can absorb high intraoral load Integrated crack stop function thanks to the dual-network structure Base shades available: 0M1, 1M1, 1M2, 2M2 and 3M2 Can be enhanced in the lab with GC Opitglaze light-cured stains or polished	Refer to Clinical Guide	Apply 5% hydrofluoric acid etching gel  60 seconds
GC CERASMART®	Nano ceramic matrix structure hybrid	A permanent, force-absorbing flexible nano-ceramic matrix structure 238MPa flexural strength Hybrid material that combines the best characteristics of a high strength ceramic and a composite Retains gloss over time and is self-polishing Base shades available: BL, A1, A2, A3, A3.5 and B1—can be enhanced in the lab with GC Opitglaze light-cured stains or polished	Refer to Clinical Guide	Apply 5% hydrofluoric acid etching gel  60 seconds