IPS Empress Overview
IPS Empress is the original pressed
all-ceramic, and has been successfully used in clinical situations
for the past 10 years. During this time, IPS Empres®s has
continued develop and refine this product to satisfy the changing
customer and market requirements.
With no metal substructure or core material, the light refraction
and reflection of IPS Empress® more closely mimics that
of natural tooth structure. Testing shows that the wear characteristics
of this ceramic are in the range of natural enamel. IPS Empress®
pressed reinforced ceramics exhibit nearly two times the strength
of conventional porcelains helping ensure long-term esthetics
and durability.
The many indications of the material
range from veneers to all-ceramic bridges. The system is rounded
off by matching cementation materials.
IPS Empress®
2 Layering Technique Assortment
The IPS Empress 2 Layering Technique Assortment contains all
the necessary components, such as ingots for the layering technique
and layering materials.
The new materials cabinet allows all
the materials to be clearly and logically arranged. Furthermore,
the new design of the tubs complements the overall appearance
of the system.
Advantages
Wider range of indications (inlays/onlays,
veneers, crowns, bridges)