Int J Stomatol

Int J Stomatol ›› 2026, Vol. 53 ›› Issue (5): 711-718.doi: 10.7518/gjkq.2026623

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Research progress on the application of resin-ceramic composites in crown restoration of posterior dental implants

Sifan Chen(),Yingying Zhuo,Yao Chen,Xing Jiang,Zhiqiang Zheng,Jie Lin()   

  1. Dept. of VIP Dental Service, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou 350002, China
  • Received:2025-03-11 Revised:2026-03-31 Online:2026-09-01 Published:2026-08-28
  • Contact: Jie Lin E-mail:645387152@qq.com;linjie.dds@gmail.com
  • Supported by:
    Fujian Province Natural Science Foundation(2023J01701)

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Abstract:

In recent years, the application of resin‑ceramic composites in the restoration of implant-supported crowns in the posterior tooth region have been on the rise. This article comprehensively reviews the classification, mechanical properties, and biological characteristics of resin‑ceramic composites. It specifically delves into key aspects in implant restoration, such as the design of abutments and the optimization of crown morphology when using these materials. The mechanism by which resin‑ceramic composites affect the bone resorption around implants is analyzed in detail. Additionally, surface treatment techniques and strategies for selecting luting cements are elaborated. By summarizing current research findings, this review aims to provide a theoretical foundation and practical reference for the standardized application of resin‑ceramic composites in clinical implant restoration.

Key words: resin-ceramic composites, dental implants, crown restoration, mechanical property, stress distribution, abutment design

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Comparison of physical properties and composition between RCCs and traditional dental ceramics"

材料类别代表产品厂家抗压强度/MPa抗弯强度/MPa单冠抗折力/N弹性模量/GPa泊松比化学成分
RCCsLAVA Ultimate3M ESPE516［4］198［4］2 484［5］12［6］0.37［6］25%Bis-GMA、Bis-EMA、TEGDMA、UDMA，75%的SiO2和ZrO2填料［7］
Vita EnamicVITA Zahnfabrik370［4］131［4］1 952［5］37［6］0.24［6］25%UDMA、TEGDMA，75%的铝硅酸盐玻璃填料［7］
氧化锆陶瓷LAVA plus3M ESPEN/A1 007［8］6 065［4］205［9］0.19［9］3 mol%Y2O3稳定的四方晶ZrO2陶瓷［10］
二硅酸锂陶瓷IPS e.max CADIvoclar Vivadent AGN/A301［4］2 863［5］102［6］0.22［6］11.0%~19.0%Li2O，0.0%~11.0%P2O5，0.0%~5.0%Al2O3，0.0%~13.0%K2O，57.0%~80.0%SiO2，其中晶相Li2Si2O5和Li3PO4占60%，非晶相占40%［11］
长石质陶瓷CEREC BlocsDentsply Sirona202［12］154［13］236［5］45［14］0.30［14］56%~64%SiO2，20%~23%Al2O3，6%~9%Na2O，6%~8%K2O，0.3%~0.6%CaO，0%~0.1%TiO2，颜料<0.1%［13］
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