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The IPS e.max Press lithium disilicate glass ceramic (LS2) system for the press technique has played a prominent part in restorative dentistry for more than 15 years. Its high strength, proven durability, efficient application and exceptional esthetics are properties that determine its success. The ingots are supplied in five levels of translucency, in two Impulse versions and in a polychromatic version. Users are now given even more room for manoeuvre in their everyday work, as five new shades have been added to the IPS e.max Press MT range.

With the Ivotion Denture System, Ivoclar Vivadent has created a complete processing chain for the digital production of removable dentures. The system solution combines coordinated processing components with high-quality materials and perfected technologies. At the heart of the system is the exceptional CAD/CAM disc Ivotion, which allows individual monolithic prostheses to be manufactured in a single milling procedure.

Innovative, interactive and informative – this is a succinct description of the online version of this year’s “International Expert Symposium” (IES), which was organized by Ivoclar Vivadent for the dental industry. The symposium lectures are now available online – free of charge and at any time.

For the first time ever, Ivoclar Vivadent will hold its International Expert Symposium (IES) as an online event from 25 to 29 May 2020. For five days in a row, participants will be able to benefit from the profound knowledge and expertise of 16 international speakers: True to the motto of "Succeeding together in tomorrow's dentistry".

Succeeding together in tomorrow’s dentistry – under this motto, Ivoclar Vivadent invites customers and partners to this year's International Expert Symposium, which will allow them to explore the opportunities and possibilities available for everyday work. In an online format, insight into the latest dental topics will be provided in an interactive and entertaining way: Participants can expect new, exciting impressions, inspiration and interesting facts – presented by dental experts from all over the world. 

Taking the next revolutionary step forward for digital denture production, Ivoclar Vivadent announced the introduction of Ivotion, a monolithic, single disc milling solution. Combining proven high-quality tooth and denture base materials in a single bi-color disc, Ivotion provides digital laboratories with an efficient, predictable, monolithic milling solution that offers the potential to change the world of digital dentistry.

The International Expert Symposium 2020 (IES) will showcase the latest dental industry trends and technological innovations in Paris from 12 to 13 June 2020. This prestigious event is organized by Ivoclar Vivadent in collaboration with the University of Paris.

A year in which many informative studies, new products and innovations related to the topic of dental lab technology were presented is coming to an end. Perhaps you did not have the opportunity to read up on one or the other of the topics discussed on our “highlights” portal – not a problem! We have compiled the most popular posts and provided a short summary for your convenience.

Two well-matched products now share the same appearance and colours. The outcome: a limited special edition of the Programat press furnace sporting the distinctive magenta IPS e.max look!

Ready-for-use, fast application and highly esthetic results – this characterizes the new IPS Style Ceram Paste Opaquer. It has a particularly high degree of opacity due to the large proportion of oxyapatite crystals – for restorations that resemble that of natural dentition.