Full-Contour Zirconia
Monolithic full-contour zirconia restorations provide high fracture resistance with controlled anatomy and polished antagonist contact areas, well suited to demanding posterior indications. Milled in one solid piece, they need minimal reduction and stand up to heavy function. We polish the contact zones so the opposing dentition stays protected, and verify occlusion against your records before shipping.
Where full-contour zirconia fits
- Posterior crowns: Molars and premolars under heavy occlusal load.
- Bruxers and grinders: Full-contour zirconia resists fracture and wear where parafunction is a factor.
- Screw-retained implant crowns: A durable monolithic option for posterior implant restorations.
Strength without shredding the opposing tooth
The old knock on monolithic zirconia was antagonist wear. We control it by polishing the contact areas to a fine finish rather than leaving them rough, so full-contour zirconia protects the opposing enamel instead of abrading it. Minimal reduction preserves tooth structure, and the one-piece design removes the chipping risk of layered porcelain. When a case sits in the esthetic zone, we flag whether a layered option suits it better.
What's included
- Design reviewed against your prescription and submitted records
- Digital and traditional case submissions supported
- Material and workflow guidance before production
- Quality-control review completed before delivery
- Major scanner workflows and open STL or PLY files accepted
- Case-specific technical support from the Laguna team
Questions? Call us at +1 (916) 688-1333, 7 days a week.
Frequently asked questions
Send a completed prescription, the final scan or impression, opposing arch, bite record and shade. Complete records let us confirm the full-contour zirconia design and occlusion before production.
Yes. We accept major intraoral scanner workflows and open STL or PLY files. Contact our team if you need help connecting your scanner or transferring a case.
The standard estimate is 6 days in lab. Timing varies with complexity, records and approvals, so confirm the current schedule when submitting.
Not when it is finished correctly. We polish the antagonist contact areas so full-contour zirconia protects the opposing dentition rather than abrading it.
Rush service may be available depending on case type, records and the production schedule. Call before sending so we can confirm feasibility and your requested delivery date.