Effect of different surface treatments on optical, colorimetric, and surface characteristics of a lithium disilicate glass-ceramic.
Felipe Nascimento BrescansinCatina ProchnowLuís Felipe GuilardiCornelis Johannes KleverlaanAtais BacchiLuiz Felipe ValandroGabriel Kalil Rocha PereiraPublished in: Journal of esthetic and restorative dentistry : official publication of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry ... [et al.] (2021)
Grinding with diamond burs results in a deleterious impact to the optical, colorimetric and surface characteristics of lithium disilicate ceramic. Thus, polishing (followed or not by glazing) is recommended for optical and topographical enhancements when lithium disilicate monolithic restorations require occlusal adjustments.