E-max all-ceramic crowns: The pinnacle of aesthetic dentistry in Prague

E-max is the trade name for a highly innovative type of ceramic based on lithium disilicate. This material was developed specifically for dental purposes and has quickly gained popularity among dentists and patients worldwide due to its unique properties. Unlike traditional ceramics or zirconia, E-max offers an optimal balance between strength and aesthetics, making it the ideal choice for a wide range of clinical situations, especially in the anterior, visible part of the dentition, but thanks to its durability, it can also be used for posterior teeth (premolars and sometimes molars).

The key to the success of E-max crowns is their ability to perfectly imitate the appearance of natural tooth enamel. The material has excellent translucency (light transmission) and opalescence (color play of light), which means that light passes through the crown in a similar way to a natural tooth. This creates an incredibly vivid and natural appearance that is virtually indistinguishable from the surrounding teeth. Our experienced doctors at Dobrý Dent, in collaboration with the E-max dental laboratory, can precisely color and individualize the material to perfectly match the shade, brightness, and characteristics of your unique smile. The result is a harmonious and aesthetically perfect whole.

The decision to opt for a dental crown is a significant step towards restoring your smile and the functionality of your teeth. E-max crowns offer a number of compelling advantages that place them at the forefront of modern prosthetics:

• Unsurpassed aesthetics: As already mentioned, E-max excels in natural appearance. The absence of a metal core eliminates the risk of a dark or grayish edge showing through at the gums, which is a common problem with older metal-ceramic crowns. The result is a completely natural, radiant smile that looks vital and healthy.
• High strength and durability: Although E-max is known for its aesthetics, it is also surprisingly strong and durable. Lithium disilicate ceramic reaches a flexural strength of around 360-400 MPa, which allows it to reliably withstand normal chewing forces. This allows its use not only on anterior teeth, but also on premolars and in some cases molars (canines), especially if the crown is properly designed and adhesively cemented.
• Biocompatibility and gum health: E-max is a highly biocompatible material, which means that it is very well tolerated by the human body and does not cause any negative tissue reactions. It does not contain any metals, so there is no risk of allergic reactions in sensitive individuals or the formation of galvanic currents in the mouth. It is also extremely gentle on the gums, which usually respond very well to it, remain healthy and naturally adhere to the edge of the crown.
• Minimally invasive preparation (grinding): Thanks to the high strength of the material and modern adhesive cementing techniques, it is often sufficient to remove a smaller amount of tooth tissue to place an E-max crown compared to some other types of crowns, such as metal-ceramic. This conservative approach is always in the best interest of preserving as much healthy tooth structure as possible. At the Dobrý Dent clinic, we always pay attention to maximum care in the preparation, which is greatly helped by working under a top-notch operating microscope, which allows for multiple magnification of the working field.
• Precision and perfect marginal seal: The modern manufacturing processes that we prefer at Dobrý Dent include digital scanning using a 3D intraoral scanner and subsequent CAD/CAM technology (computer-aided design and manufacturing). These methods allow us to create E-max crowns with incredible precision in the order of micrometers. A perfectly sealing crown edge is absolutely essential for preventing the penetration of bacteria and the development of secondary caries under the crown, which ensures the long-term health of the treated tooth and surrounding tissues.
• Color stability and plaque resistance: The smooth surface of E-max ceramics is highly resistant to staining from coffee, tea, red wine and other pigmenting foods and drinks. This will help your smile retain its beauty and brightness for years to come. At the same time, this surface is less prone to plaque buildup compared to some other materials.

E-max all-ceramic crowns are a versatile and highly aesthetic solution for a wide range of dental problems. At Dobrý Dent, your dental clinic in Prague 5, we recommend them especially in the following situations:

• Extensive tooth damage due to caries: If a tooth is so weakened by caries that it cannot be reliably, long-term and aesthetically satisfactory repaired with a standard filling (filling).
• Broken or cracked teeth (fractures): The crown covers and strengthens the weakened tooth, protects it from further damage, and restores its full function and aesthetic appearance.
• Teeth after endodontic treatment (root canal treatment): Teeth that have undergone root canal treatment are often more fragile and prone to breakage. A quality crown, ideally E-max, is often necessary for their long-term protection and functionality.
• Significant aesthetic improvement of the smile: For the correction of undesirable shape, size, color (e.g., heavily stained teeth that do not respond to whitening) or slight irregularities in the position of the teeth, especially in the front, aesthetically exposed section of the dentition. E-max can transform your smile beyond recognition and give you new self-confidence.
• Replacement of old, unsuitable crowns or bridges: If you have old metal-ceramic crowns with a visible metal edge, discolored or other aesthetic or functional deficiencies, replacing them with E-max crowns will bring a dramatic improvement.
• Making dental bridges (in certain cases): E-max can also be successfully used to make shorter bridges (replacing one, maximum two missing teeth), especially in the anterior region, where aesthetics are an absolute priority. For larger bridges in the back of the teeth, exposed to greater chewing pressure, an even stronger zirconia ceramic may sometimes be more suitable.
• Dental Implant Crowns: E-max is an excellent and very common choice for the final prosthetic restoration supported by a dental implant. It provides a highly natural appearance and perfect integration into the surrounding teeth and gums.

At our clinic Dobrý Dent in Prague 5, we emphasize not only the top quality of the final work, but also maximum comfort, painlessness and patient awareness throughout the entire process. The production of an E-max crown usually takes place in several carefully planned steps:

1. Initial consultation and detailed planning: It all starts with a thorough examination of your teeth, an assessment of the condition of the tooth (or teeth) intended for the crown, and a detailed discussion of your expectations, needs and aesthetic goals. We will take the necessary digital X-rays (intraoral RVG) and, if more complex planning is needed (e.g. for implants or multiple reconstructions), we will use our advanced 3D CBCT imaging, which provides a detailed three-dimensional view of the teeth and jawbone. Together, we will select the ideal shade and shape of the crown using sample cards and digital simulations so that it perfectly matches your smile and personality. We will explain the entire proposed procedure, timeline, financial plan and patiently answer all your questions.
2. Tooth preparation (grinding): This step is always performed under local anesthesia to ensure your absolute comfort. At Dobrý Dent, we use the painless computer-controlled anesthesia STA (Single Tooth Anesthesia) system as standard, which allows for targeted and comfortable anesthesia without the unpleasant feeling of stiffness of the lip or face. The doctor will then gently grind the tooth into a conical shape, creating the necessary space for the crown to be inserted. The key element here is the use of an operating microscope. Working under multiple magnification and with perfect lighting allows the doctor to perform the preparation with maximum precision, gentle on the tooth tissue and gums, and ensure perfectly smooth and precise preparation edges, which is essential for the long-term durability of the crown.
3. Digital impression using a 3D scanner: Forget about unpleasant and sometimes inaccurate impression materials in the mouth! At Dobrý Dent, we are fully digitalized and use the most modern 3D intraoral scanner. Using a small camera, we create a highly accurate, colorful digital 3D model of your teeth and gums directly on the computer screen in a few minutes. This digital impression is not only much more comfortable for the patient, but also significantly more accurate than traditional methods. The data is immediately sent electronically to our collaborating state-of-the-art dental laboratory.
4. Temporary crown fabrication: Before your permanent E-max crown is fabricated in the laboratory (which usually takes a few working days to two weeks, depending on the complexity), we will provide the ground tooth with an aesthetic and functional temporary crown. This protects the sensitive ground tooth, maintains the correct position of the surrounding teeth and gums, and allows you to eat normally (with some caution) and smile without fear.
5. Precision laboratory production of the E-max crown: Based on an accurate digital impression, experienced dental technicians will create your custom-made crown in the laboratory. They use the latest CAD/CAM technology (computer-aided design and milling) and the highest quality E-max materials. Each crown is then individually hand-layered with special ceramic materials and carefully colored and characterized to achieve a perfect match with the surrounding teeth and maximum aesthetic result. We cooperate only with verified Czech dental laboratories that share our philosophy of precision and quality.
6. Final crown placement (cementation): At your second visit, we will first gently remove the temporary crown and thoroughly clean the abraded tooth. Then we will try on your new, final E-max crown. We will carefully check its exact fit on the tooth (so-called marginal seal), shape, color in relation to the surrounding teeth and bite (how the upper and lower teeth fit together). This step is again often performed under microscope control. If everything is absolutely perfect and you are 100% satisfied with the result, we will definitely cement (glue) the crown to the tooth using special, high-strength and biocompatible adhesive (gluing) materials. The correct adhesive cementing procedure is key to the strength and long-term stability of the crown.
7. Final check and instructions: After the crown is cemented, we will perform a final detailed check of the bite, remove any excess cement and perfectly polish the edges of the crown and the transition to the tooth. You will receive detailed instructions on how to properly care for your new crown so that it serves you as long as possible and your smile remains beautiful and healthy.

Choosing the right dental clinic is crucial to the success of any dental treatment, and this is doubly true for highly aesthetic restorations such as E-max all-ceramic crowns. The Dobrý Dent clinic, located in modern and pleasant premises at Jindřicha Plachty 535/16, Prague 5 – Smíchov (Anděl), offers you a unique combination of factors that make us the ideal choice for your journey to a perfect smile:

• Long-term experience and proven expertise: Our dentists have extensive and proven experience in making all types of all-ceramic restorations, including hundreds of successfully completed cases with E-max crowns. Since 2010, we have helped countless patients from Prague and the entire Czech Republic regain a beautiful, functional and confident smile. We are constantly educating ourselves in the latest procedures and trends in aesthetic and reconstructive dentistry at leading Czech and foreign courses and congresses.
• Top-notch technological background: We are proud to be among the clinics that actively invest in the most modern technologies, because we believe that they increase the quality, accuracy, safety and comfort of treatment for our patients. Routine use of the operating microscope for precise preparation and control, the 3D intraoral scanner for accurate and comfortable digital impressions without unpleasant materials, computer-controlled STA anesthesia for truly painless procedures, and our own 3D CBCT X-ray for perfect diagnostics and planning – all these are tools that allow us to achieve excellent and long-term predictable results.
• Individual, patient and empathetic approach: Every patient is a unique partner for us. We devote sufficient time to initial consultations, actively listening to your wishes, needs, but also any concerns. We always propose a treatment plan transparently and precisely tailored to your individual needs and possibilities. Our goal is not only a technically perfect result, but above all your maximum satisfaction, trust and sense of safety and comfort during the entire treatment.
• Uncompromising emphasis on the quality of materials and work: We use exclusively certified, clinically proven and biocompatible materials of the highest quality, such as original E-max ceramics from renowned global manufacturers (e.g. Ivoclar Vivadent). Likewise, we cooperate only with top Czech dental laboratories that share our philosophy of precision, aesthetics and quality and are able to make restorations at the highest level.
• Comprehensive dental care under one roof: At Dobrý Dent, we offer a wide range of dental services. In addition to top-notch prosthetics, we also specialize in preventive care and dental hygiene, restorative dentistry (fillings), modern endodontics (root canal treatment under a microscope), periodontology (treatment of gum disease) and also dental implantology. We can therefore address all your dental needs in a comprehensive and coordinated manner within one clinic.
• Pleasant environment and convenient location in the center of Prague: Our clinic in Prague 5 – Smíchov, in close proximity to the Anděl transport hub, is easily accessible by public transport (metro B, trams, buses) and by car (parking options nearby). A modern, clean, air-conditioned and calming environment awaits you, designed to make you feel as comfortable and stress-free as possible.

Caring for your new E-max all-ceramic crowns is essentially the same as caring for your natural teeth and is the key to their longevity. It is important to follow the following principles of consistent oral hygiene:

• Brush your teeth at least twice a day (morning and evening) for at least two minutes with a quality toothbrush with soft bristles and fluoride toothpaste. Use the correct brushing technique.
• Don’t forget to clean the interdental spaces daily – this is where plaque and food debris often accumulate. Use interdental brushes of the right size or floss. Pay special attention to the area between the crown and the gum, where plaque needs to be thoroughly removed.
• Regularly (usually twice a year, unless your doctor recommends otherwise) visit our Dobrý Dent clinic for preventive examinations and professional dental hygiene. During the examination, we will carefully check the condition of the crown, its marginal seal, surrounding teeth, gums and your bite. Professional hygiene will remove tartar and pigmentation even from hard-to-reach places.
• Avoid extreme habits and bad habits, such as biting very hard objects (ice, stones, nut shells, nails, pencils) or using your teeth as tools to open packages, etc. Although E-max crowns are very durable, extreme and unnatural forces can damage them (fracture, chipping), just as they can damage healthy natural teeth.
• If you suffer from bruxism (teeth grinding or clenching), inform your doctor. It may be appropriate to make a protective night splint that protects the crowns and your own teeth from excessive wear and overload.

With proper care, adherence to oral hygiene principles and regular check-ups, E-max crowns have an excellent and long-term lifespan. Clinical studies and our experience show that they typically serve patients for 10 to 15 years, often longer, while maintaining full function and excellent aesthetics. Investing in a quality E-max crown made at the Dobrý Dent clinic is therefore an investment in your health, comfort and self-confidence for many years to come.

E-max all-ceramic crowns represent the true pinnacle of modern aesthetic and reconstructive dentistry. They offer an unrivaled combination of natural beauty, excellent strength, perfect biocompatibility and long-term stability of color and shape. If you are considering a dental crown, whether to repair a damaged tooth or to improve the aesthetics of your smile, E-max is in most cases the best choice that will ensure you a natural-looking, radiant and healthy smile.

At Dobrý Dent in the heart of Prague 5, we are fully prepared to provide you with the best possible care using the most modern diagnostic and treatment technologies and top-notch materials. Our experienced and empathetic team of doctors and nurses will make sure that the entire process, from the first consultation to the final placement of the crown, is as pleasant and painless as possible for you and that the result perfectly matches your ideas and needs. We believe that quality, modern and aesthetic dentistry should be accessible and that everyone deserves a smile they can be truly proud of.