What is e.max Press?
e.max Press is a premium-quality lithium disilicate glass-ceramic material used in dental restorations. It's most commonly used to create crowns, veneers, inlays, onlays, and implant-supported restorations.
It’s made using pressable ceramic technology, which allows highly accurate and aesthetic restorations with great strength and beauty.
A wax pattern of the restoration is created.
The pattern is invested and burned out.
The ceramic is then pressed (like molten metal) into the mold using special e.max ingots.
It is then finished, polished, or layered with porcelain for extra beauty.
Highly Aesthetic
Natural tooth-like transparency and color.
Excellent for front teeth (anterior restorations).
High Strength
400 MPa strength — much stronger than conventional ceramics.
Long-lasting and reliable under bite pressure.
Minimal Tooth Reduction
Less drilling required than traditional crowns.
Conserves natural tooth structure.
Biocompatible
Safe for gum and oral tissues.
No allergic reactions.
Versatile
Can be used for crowns, veneers, inlays, onlays, and bridges (up to 3 units in some cases).
No Metal
100% metal-free, ideal for patients with metal allergies.
Stain Resistant
Maintains its color and finish for a long time.
Costly
More expensive than regular metal or porcelain-fused crowns.
Technique Sensitive
Needs expert technicians and advanced lab tools.
Improper handling can cause failure.
Limited for Long Bridges
Not recommended for bridges involving more than 3 units or molars with heavy stress.
Only One Unit Made (Your Case)
Possibly due to:
Limited stock of e.max ingots.
Custom shade requirement.
Single-use precision mold.
Cost constraints.
May Fracture if Misused
Though strong, it can crack if used improperly (e.g., grinding, biting on hard stuff).
This could be because:
The process is customized for a specific patient.
Each e.max Press crown is handcrafted and pressed individually.
The wax mold and investment are designed for a single-use cycle.
Once pressed, the mold breaks — so mass production is not possible.
Inventory or cost limitations — e.max materials are premium and costly.
Front teeth crowns and veneers
Patients who want a perfect smile
Allergy-prone individuals (metal-free option)