Lithium disilicate glass ceramics in dentistry: a review
Journal of the Australian Ceramic Society, 2026 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Publication Date: 2026
- Doi Number: 10.1007/s41779-026-01439-5
- Journal Name: Journal of the Australian Ceramic Society
- Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
- Keywords: Dental, Glass, Indirect restorations, Lithium disilicate
- Middle East Technical University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
The field of dental materials has been making remarkable progress aimed at improving the physical and mechanical properties and biocompatibility of restorative materials. Biocompatibility, mechanical properties, and aesthetics should all be taken into consideration when choosing ceramic materials for dentistry. A good option that satisfies the majority of these requirements is lithium disilicate. Because of their excellent durability and aesthetic qualities, lithium disilicate blocks are particularly effective in anterior and posterior locations. Resin-based adhesive methods are used to prepare the surface of the tooth in order to adhere lithium disilicate restorations to it. Hydrofluoric acid increases surface roughness and creates micromechanical bonding. Long-term success, however, requires careful application of these process phases. The restoration’s mechanical qualities may be impacted by heat treatments (coloring, glazing, etc.). The aim of this study was to examine the composition, physical, mechanical, optical and wear properties, production methods, the effect of heat application on the material, workability properties, in-vivo/in-vitro characteristics and place in dental applications (service life, limits, resilience, strength etc.) of lithium disilicate glass ceramics in the light of literature.