Although ceramics have grown in popularity and new systems continue to be developed and introduced, metal and metal disguised by the beauty of porcelains remains the number one choice for many clinical scenarios. Paired with the new generation of dental porcelains, noble metal alloys can be used to achieve truly impressive results.

Picasso Dental Studios uses the best porcelain systems and techniques to control optical characteristics of the porcelain. Our attention to details is the key to natural esthetics and the ability to work with the limitations imposed by metal as a prosthetic material allows us to create a very realistic results. Porcelain to metal restorations is the ideal blend between cost, strength, and aesthetics.

The Captek Crown is the result of 30 years of research by an internationally renowned Prosthodontist and world-class dental technician, with the sole purpose of developing the best restoration to offer their own patients.This unique scientific breakthrough enables the dentist and Picasso Dental Studios to deliver natural, long-lasting crowns and bridges that, most importantly, are healthier for the surrounding gums.

For centuries, gold has been known as the preferred material for dental restorations. Captek's advanced technology combines all the advantages of high-purity gold, without sacrificing the strength of lower gold dental materials. Years of research and patient satisfaction have proven that Captek crowns are durable, accurate, resistant to harmful bacteria and plaque, and - what will be most obvious to you, the patient - attractive. Finally, compromises need not be made to achieve a beautiful and healthy smile.

Implants have become the standard of care for treatment of edentulous and partially edentulous patients. Numerous appliances and services can be employed to enhance implant treatment in both their surgical and prosthetic phases. From proper diagnostic and treatment planning to uneventful placement and delivery of restorations, implant treatment can be accomplished in a simple way and considered as an extension of Crown and Bridge treatment.

Picasso Dental Studios technicians are well versed in most implant systems in existence today (Biomet 3I™ Nobel Biocare™, Zimmer, etc.) offering numerous alternatives to address different cases and different clinical scenarios. Some of the most popular include: Custom abutments, aesthetic or contoured abutments, ceramic abutments, and CAD/CAM abutments

IDEAL APPLICATION	Full coverage C&B with maximum bridge span of 18mm	Single crowns through long span bridges	Single crowns & multi unit bridges
FEATURES & BENEFITS	Natural appearance Proven for bridges Aesthetics & fit Enhanced strength No black lines Imp. gingival health	Superior aesthetics Optimum fit accuracy Ex. Marginal integrity Longevity Long Span bridges Perfect anatomy	Biocompatibility Functional success Longevity Exceptional fit Plaque resistent Polished like a mirror
PREPARATION REQUIREMENTS	Any margin designs 0.6mm Min. at the margin. 1.0-1.0mm Axial wall reduction	Any margin designs. Traditional 1.5-2.0mm axial wall, incisal occlusal	Any margin designs. 1.5-2.0mm axial wall, incisal and occlusal
CEMENTATION/BONDING GUIDELINES	Resin cement, dual curing luting cement or Zinc Phosphate cement	Resin cement, dual curing luting cement or Zinc Phosphate cement	Resin cement, dual curing luting cement or Zinc Phosphate cement
COMPOSITION	88% gold (22K) coping with layered porcelain	Non-precious, semi precious or high noble with layered porcelain	High noble content of gold
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
a. Flexural strength	>1000
b. Bonding strength	56.08 ± 94.7 MPa
c. Marginal fit	14.5 10 17.5 µm
d. Long Bearing cap	75kg single 210kg bridge
YEARS OF CLINICAL SUCCESS	10 years	40+ years	Centuries
IN-LAB WORKING TIME	10 working days	10 working days	10 working days
OTHER PRODUCTS OFFERED	IPS Empress I & II, CAD/CAM Zirconia acrylic dentures/partials, metal partials, exible dentures/partials, temporary crowns, and orthodontic appliances.
IPS Empress® is a registered trademark of Ivoclar Vivadent. Lava™ is a registered trademark of 3M ESPE. Procera® is a registered trademark of Nobel Biocare AB. Captek$trade; is a registered trademark of Precious Chemical, Inc. 3I™ is a registered trade mark of Biomet 3I, Nobel Biocare™ is a registered trademark of Nobel Biocare, Zimmer is a trademark of Zimmer, Inc.