What is IPS composite and how is it different from normal composite?

** IPS Composite ** is a type of nanohybrid material with ceramic particles that is used to restore and beautify teeth. IPS composite has high durability and strength, its color change happens less frequently and can be a good alternative to dental laminate. IPS composite procedures include tooth preparation, color selection, composite layering and hardening with special light. Its advantages are completely natural appearance, high resistance, low need for tooth shaving and easy restoration. This composite has been able to create new standards in the restoration and beauty of teeth and is very suitable for those who are looking for beautiful and durable teeth. What is IPS composite? Another type of "dental composite" is nanohybrid composites, which have both high strength and a more beautiful and natural appearance than other composites. IPS composite is one of the nanohybrid composites that is usually made of small ceramic particles such as silicate and zirconium. The resistance and strength of IPS composite is usually higher than that of conventional composites, and it changes color to black later. IPSs are fully customizable and there is a huge variety in colors, transparencies and color gamuts. **Use of IPS composite** Because IPS composites are usually made of ceramic particles and their structure is nanohybrid (combination of nano particles and micro particles), they have higher strength than the normal type and have more diverse applications, such as: - Repairing and filling holes and carious cavities of front and back teeth. - Repairing broken, cracked, deformed or short and long teeth. - Closing the gap between the teeth. - Covering stains and changing the color of teeth. - Correcting the smile design and increasing the beauty of the teeth. - Use in dental covers and veneers. - Strengthening weak teeth and preventing them from breaking. - Suitable for people with sensitive gums due to high compatibility with gum tissue. - Replacement of dental laminate in some cases due to high brightness and strength. **Steps of making IPS composite** 1. Examining and ensuring the health of the teeth and removing caries or infections 2. Cleaning and scaling of teeth 3. Completely drying the teeth and preparing their surface with mild acidic substances 4. Using bonding glue on the teeth 5. Thin layering of IPS composite by choosing the right color and shaping it 6. Hardening of IPS composite with special light 7. Composite polishing and polishing for the beauty and smoothness of its surface Usually, there is no need to sharpen the teeth unless the shape of the teeth needs to be corrected in special cases. **Advantages and disadvantages of IPS composite **Before and after IPS composite care** In order to increase the durability and lifespan of IPS composites, it is better to pay attention to the following points before and after doing it and be sure to follow them. ### **Care before IPS composite** - The teeth should never have dirt, tooth infection or decay. - Oral and dental hygiene must be completely observed before doing it. - It is better to be performed by a specialist dentist who has a successful portfolio. - In case of any infection or decay, they must be treated before the procedure. ### **Care after IPS composite** - You should not consume colored, acidic and hot drinks and food for 24 hours. - Be sure to brush your teeth, floss your teeth and use mouthwash regularly after 24 hours. - Avoid biting and chewing hard food such as carrots or nuts. - Abstaining from smoking and alcohol consumption. - Regular visits to the dentist and if any complications become severe. - If you have **grinding teeth**, you should use a tooth protector or night guard. ** Side effects of IPS composite Usually, IPS composites do not have complications or their amount is very low and rare; But if the care before and after it is not done properly or if the dentist does not have the necessary skills to do it, there is a possibility of the following possible risks and complications. - Temporary sensitivity of teeth to heat and cold. - Fracture or cracking of the IPS composite in case of strong impact or pressure. - Damage to tooth enamel during tooth grinding for composite if needed. - Inflammation, swelling and infection of the gums in case of non-observance of oral and dental hygiene. - Discoloration and staining of IPS composite due to non-observance of food and health care. - Dental composite infection and tooth decay under it in case of insufficient care. If any of the above complications become more severe and prolonged, you should see a specialist dentist. ** Cost and price of IPS composite The cost of IPS composite (a product of Swiss-made Evoclar company) is usually between 3,000,000 and 6,500,000 tomans per tooth unit. This price can vary depending on the composite brand, the quality of the material, the number of treated teeth, the dentist's expertise, and the treatment location. For EPS veneer composite for both jaws (about 16 teeth), the cost is between 51,000,000 and 60,000,000 Tomans. ** IPS composite coloring catalog The IPS composite color catalog has a very high and accurate variety, which allows dentists to choose a color that perfectly matches the patient's natural teeth. - Group A: colors with a reddish to brown theme (A1, A2, A3, A3.5, A4) - Group B: colors with a reddish to yellow theme (B1, B2, B3, B4) - Group C: colors with a grayish theme (C1, C2, C3, C4) - Group D: colors with reddish gray theme (D2, D3, D4) Each color group is divided into subsections numbered 1 to 4, where number 1 represents the lightest and number 4 the darkest color spectrum.