Product Profile: BruxZir Esthetic Implant Prosthesis

Maximize aesthetics for full-arch implants

With the recent launch of the BruxZir Esthetic Implant Prosthesis, clinicians can now offer edentulous implant patients a full-arch restoration that pairs premium aesthetics with long-term durability. Fabricated from 100% monolithic zirconia, this formulation is milled from a block of BruxZir Esthetic Zirconia—without the use of veneering material, affording clinicians confidence that the restoration will serve the patient well for years without succumbing to chips, stains or fractures.

The new restorative option from Glidewell exhibits optimized translucency and exceptional gingival anatomy, making it a wise choice for patients who have high aesthetic expectations—at nearly half the price boutique labs charge for premium zirconia full-arch implant restorations. At the same time, BruxZir Esthetic Zirconia boasts flexural strength of 870 MPa, with a monolithic construction that avoids the premature wear that can compromise the layered porcelain or acrylic used in many other comparable implant solutions. The original BruxZir Implant Prosthesis, which offers maximum strength of 1,150 MPa, remains Glidewell’s recommended restorative solution for patients who have a strong bite, grind, or have damaged previous restorations.

The BruxZir Esthetic Implant Prosthesis is fabricated using Glidewell’s recently overhauled restorative protocol, which gives dentists the clinical tools and laboratory support needed to ensure a predictable outcome. The protocol is designed to save clinicians chair time and minimize the likelihood of wax reset appointments by determining the optimal prosthetic design and teeth positioning at the beginning of the process. A CAD/CAM-milled provisional implant prosthesis is included with the service, allowing clinicians to confirm form, function and occlusion before the restoration is milled from solid zirconia, and gives patients an opportunity to test drive the prosthesis during their daily routines.

To further support clinicians in achieving predictable outcomes, Glidewell now packages its outgoing cases with appointment-specific step-by-step guides as well as checklists for the items practices will need, receive and send back for each appointment. The company has also produced tutorial videos for key parts of the restorative process that are available online, along with additional educational resources to smooth the path to success in full-arch implant treatment.

For more information, visit glidewelldental.com/bip or call 866-861-7955.