Celebrating 20 years of IPS e.max all-ceramic… and even more

All ceramic. All you need.

Welcome to the future of dental restorations with Ivoclar IPS e.max!

First introduced 20 years ago, IPS e.max has redefined quality in all-ceramic dental restorations. High-strength, esthetic materials set new standards and provided solutions for a variety of needs. From the start, the product family impressed not only with its broad processing tolerances and high productivity but also with its outstanding clinical performance.
IPS e.max played a key role in establishing minimally invasive treatment approaches, thereby transforming patient care sustainably. Whether you’re looking for solutions for single-tooth restorations or larger prosthetic applications, IPS e.max delivers exceptional results.

What are the advantages of all-ceramic restorations?

Esthetics: The colour, translucency and light reflection of natural teeth are almost perfectly replicated.
Biocompatibility: High compatibility reduces the risk of gingival irritation and allergic reactions.
No dark margins: The possibility of visible dark margins is eliminated.
High strength: Ensures durable and long-lasting restorations.
Minimally invasive preparation: Allows for gentle and less invasive treatments that preserve natural tooth structure.

What dental professionals say about IPS e.max

The evolution of IPS e.max – Innovations over the years

Actually, Ivoclar's evolution into a renowned leader in dental all-ceramic materials and technology began with the introduction of IPS Empress in the 1990. The first press ceramic system followed in the late 1990's with the first generation of high strength glass-ceramics. This milestone set the stage for the launch of IPS e.max family in 2005, marking a new era in dental ceramics.

Launch of IPS e.max in 2005

The IPS e.max product portfolio was introduced in 2005 and at that time already included the lithium disilicate glass ceramics IPS e.max Press and CAD, the zirconium oxide ceramic IPS e.max ZirCAD, as well as the fluorapatite layering ceramic IPS e.max Ceram. The IPS e.max all-ceramic family comprises material for the CAD/CAD- as well as for the Press technology.
Quickly known for its versatility and productivity, IPS e.max became a favourite among dental technicians, dentists and labs for its outstanding esthetics and reliability. To date, approximately 230 million^* restorations have been fabricated using IPS e.max materials.

"Take a trip down memory lane" - The defining moments in the history of IPS e.max

IPS e.max has continued to evolve since the day it was launched to meet your changing requirements for all-ceramic restorations and technological developments in manufacturing. Additional translucency levels and further shades have been introduced continuously. Besides, pioneering technological expertise, such as the advanced bulk glass processing of our IPS e.max Press and IPS e.max CAD lithium disilicate products as well as the GT Technology used in IPS e.max ZirCAD zirconium discs, have driven innovative material developments.

These advancements have led to new raw material combinations in modern zirconium oxide materials. As a result, the application range of the IPS e.max portfolio has been continuously expanded, and new possibilities have opened up new standard in restorative dentistry.

Key features of the
IPS e.max family

Esthetic excellence

High strength and durability

Versatile application options

IPS e.max celebrates 20 years - A glance back

Experience two decades of innovation, quality and esthetics with IPS e.max. This video highlights the impressive journey of the globally trusted all-ceramic product family – from its origins to its success today. Let yourself be inspired!

Find out more about the IPS e.max family

The Original

IPS e.max Press

IPS e.max Press is a lithium disilicate glass-ceramic for the press technique, renowned for its longevity, precision and outstanding esthetics. It is ideal for fabricating crowns, veneers, inlays, onlays and 3-unit bridges and offers various translucency levels as well as polychromatic ingots.

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The Original

IPS e.max CAD

'IPS e.max CAD blocks are a highly esthetic lithium disilicate material for the CAD/CAM fabrication of restorations either chairside or labside. Renowned clinical studies are proof of the material's longevity and outstanding properties. The blocks are a reliable solution for a wide range of patient needs.

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Expertise and confidence

IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime / Prime Esthetic

IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime delivers a superior level of quality and high-end esthetics in zirconium oxide restorations. Furthermore, optimized workflows enhance the efficiency and profitability of your dental lab. The Prime product family includes IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime and IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime Esthetic, which complement each other in terms of their material composition and their range of applications.

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The next level of speed and strength

IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime block

IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime blocks empower CEREC dentists to create high-strength and esthetic chairside zirconia restorations in a single visit. Crowns can quickly be sintered in just 15 minutes with the Programat CS6.

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Beautiful. And esthetic.

IPS e.max Ceram

IPS e.max Ceram is a dental veneering ceramic that complements the IPS e.max framework materials. It is used to create highly esthetic anterior and posterior restorations with optimal shade matching and lifelike translucency.

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Why IPS e.max

IPS e.max offers versatile and high-end all-ceramic restorations with reliable lithium disilicate and zirconium oxide options. Combining efficiency, flexibility and innovation, it enhances the competitiveness of practices and laboratories, supported by continuous innovation.