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Instructions For Use
Instructions For Use
Eris for E2
Instructions for Use
Table of Contents
9 Composition
18 Liquids for the IPS Empress 2 / IPS Eris for E2 layering technique
44 IPS Empress 2/IPS Eris for E2 layering technique – Preheating, press and firing parameters
44 220 V
45 110 V
46 Materials combination table IPS Empress 2/IPS Eris for E2 layering technique
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IPS
IPS
Empress 2 / Eris for E2
Layering Technique
Processing principle – easy and Indication
efficient Indication for the IPS Empress 2 /
Model the restoration in wax and invest. IPS Eris for E2 layering technique
After preheating the investment ring, the – Anterior and posterior crowns
ceramic material is pressed into the invest- – Three-unit bridges with one pontic and up
ment ring in the EP500 / EP600 press fur- to the 2nd premolar as the abutment
nace. After divesting the pressed objects, tooth
complete the restorations according to the
aesthetic and anatomic requirements using
the IPS Eris for E2 layering technique. Contraindication
– Bridges with more than one pontic
– Bridges in the molar region
Material – Inlay-retained bridges
– Very deep subgingival preparations
Framework material – IPS Empress 2 – Patients with substantial reduced residual
lithium disilicate glass-ceramic dentition
The tried-and-tested material is a lithium – Bruxism
disilicate glass-ceramic, which permits the
fabrication of bridge restoration for the
anterior and premolar regions due to its Important processing
enhanced stability. This lithium disilicate
restrictions
glass-ceramic demonstrates very dense cross-
linking of the lithium disilicate crystals. With The following restrictions must be observed,
a more than 60 % vol. crystalline phase, the to ensure success of the IPS Empress 2 /
material demonstrates a higher crystal IPS Eris for E2 layering technique.
content than leucite glass-ceramics. The – Obsere the required framework dimensions
flexural strength, chemical resistance, and (see page 23)
fracture resistance are clearly higher than – Do not mix IPS Empress and IPS Empress 2
those of leucite glass-ceramic. layering materials
– Do not mix metal-ceramic systems (e.g.
Layering material – IPS d.SIGN)
IPS Eris for E2 apatite glass-ceramic – Do not mix powder material with materials
It was our objective to develop a glass- in paste form
ceramic material with optimized handling – Do not apply IPS Empress Universal
properties, processing tolerance, and optical Shade/Stains during layering (e.g. between
characteristics by using apatite crystals, unfired dentin and incisal materials)
which satisfies the requirements of users. – Mixing of existing IPS Empress Shades/
Apatite is a component of natural teeth, Stains or IPS Empress 2 Stains with the
influences the translucency, brightness and new Universal Shades/ Stains
light scattering ability. The IPS Eris for E2 – Mixing of existing IPS Empress Glaze and
Dentin, Incisal, Impulse, and Transparent IPS Empress 2 Glaze with the new
materials enable the fabrication of Universal Glaze
restorations that blend in with the natural
environment.
Side effects
If patients are known to be allergic to any
of the components in the materials,
IPS Empress 2 / IPS Eris for E2 should
not be used.
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IPS
Empress System – The original. Combin
Empress
IPS
Technique
IPS
Empress
Staining Technique Layering Technique
Investing IPS Empress 2 Special Investment Material IPS Empress Special Investment
IPS Empress 2 Speed Investment Material Material for the Layering Technique
IPS Empress 2
Layering Technique
Empress 2 /
IPS IPS
Empress 2
IPS
Layering Technique
Eris for E2
Layering Technique
Crowns, three-unit-bridges
/ EP600 Combi
IPS
In order to ensure clear differentiation of the
various materials of the IPS Empress System,
the products are now equipped with the
following labels and colour codes.
Labels for products, such as the IPS Empress ingots for the staining technique, the IPS Empress Correction
powder, and IPS Empress Add-On 770°C/1418°F feature a black bar as a neutral colour designation.
Labels for products that demonstrate higher opacity feature a salmon-coloured bar, e.g. IPS Empress ingots
for the layering technique, IPS Empress layering technique dentin materials, and IPS Empress layering
technique Mamelon materials.
Labels for products that demonstrate higher translucency feature a blue bar, e.g. IPS Empress layering
technique incisal materials and IPS Empress layering technique transparent materials.
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IPS Empress 2 / IPS Eris for E2
layering technique
All the IPS Empress 2 / IPS Eris for E2 layering
technique products feature yellow labels, i.e.
these products are coordinated with each
other. The IPS Eris for E2 layering material
containers are equipped with yellow lids.
Labels for products, such as IPS Empress 2 ingots, IPS Empress 2 add-on material, IPS Eris for E2 add-on material, and IPS Eris
for E2 build-up liquid, feature a black bar as a neutral colour designation.
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Universally applicable
IPS Empress products
Universally applicable products of the
IPS Empress System, such as IPS Empress
Universal Shades/Stains and Glaze and
IPS Empress die materials, feature a
yellow/light-blue label. These products
may be used for
– IPS Empress staining technique
– IPS Empress layering technique
– IPS Empress 2 layering technique
and for the IPS Empress 2/IPS Eris for E2
layering technique.
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Composition
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Description of the Kits
IPS Empress 2 / IPS Eris for E2 Basic Kit Chromascop IPS Empress 2 / IPS Eris for E2 Basic Kit A–D
IPS Empress 2 Ingots for the Layering Technique IPS Eris for E2 Transparent
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Delivery form
IPS Empress 2 / IPS Eris for E2 IPS Empress 2 / IPS Eris for E2
Layering Technique Basic Kit Layering Technique Basic Kit A-D
– 5 vials of IPS Empress 2 Ingots for the – 5 vials of IPS Empress 2 Ingots for the
layering technique; 10 ingots per vial layering technique; 10 ingots per vial
Shades: 100, 200, 300, 400, 500 Shades: 100, 200, 300, 400, 500
– 5 vials of IPS Empress 2 L Ingots for the – 5 vials of IPS Empress 2 L Ingots for the
layering technique; 5 ingots per vial layering technique; 5 ingots per vial
Shades: 100, 200, 300, 400, 500 Shades: 100, 200, 300, 400, 500
– 10 IPS Eris for E2 Dentin materials, 20 g – 8 IPS Eris for E2 Dentin materials, 20 g
each; Shades: 130, 140, 210, 220, 230, each; Shades: A2, A3, A3.5, B2, B3, C3,
310, 410, 420, 430, 510 D2, D3
– 3 IPS Eris for E2 Incisal materials; 20 g each – 3 IPS Eris for E2 Incisal materials; 20 g each
Shades: S1, S2, S3 Shades: S1, S2, S3
– 4 IPS Eris for E2 Transparent materials; – 4 IPS Eris for E2 Transparent materials;
20 g each; Shades: neutral, blue, grey, 20 g each; Shades: neutral, blue, grey,
yellow-grey yellow-grey
– 1 IPS Eris for E2 Add-on material, 20 g – 1 IPS Eris for E2 Add-on material, 20 g
– 1 IPS Eris for E2 Build-up liquid – 1 IPS Eris for E2 Build-up liquid
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Glaze Paste, 3 g – 1 IPS Empress Universal Glaze Paste, 3 g
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Glaze and Stain – 1 IPS Empress Universal Glaze and Stain
liquid, 15 ml liquid, 15 ml
– 1 IPS Connector, 3 connector – 1 IPS Connector, 3 connector
– 1 IPS Eris for E2 Dentin material – 1 IPS Eris for E2 Dentin material
shade guide shade guide
– 1 IPS Eris for E2 Incisal/Transparent material – 1 IPS Eris for E2 Incisal/Transparent material
shade guide shade guide
– 1 Chromascop shade guide
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IPS Eris for E2 Impulse Kit
Delivery form
IPS Eris for E2 Impulse Kit
– 2 IPS Eris for E2 Occlusal Dentin materials, 20 g each
Shades: orange, yellow
– 2 IPS Eris for E2 Mamelon materials, 20 g each
Shades: MM1, MM2
– 1 IPS Eris for E2 Brightener, 20 g
– 1 IPS Eris for E2 Pink, 20 g
– 5 IPS Eris for E2 Effect materials, 20 g each
Shades: Effect 1, Effect 2, Effect 3, Effect 4, Effect 5
– 1 IPS Eris for E2 Impulse material shade guide
Delivery form
IPS Eris for E2 Bleach Kit
– 1 vial of IPS Empress 2 ingots 050 (10 each)
– 1 vials of IPS Empress 2 ingots L 050 (5 each)
– 4 IPS Eris for E2 Dentin materials, 20 g each;
Shade 010, 020, 030, 040
– 1 IPS Eris for E2 Incisial material, 20 g
– 1 Chromascop Bleach shade guide
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IPS Empress Universal Shade Kits
IPS Empress
Universal Shade
These dentin stains in
paste form enable the
reproduction of all the
Chromascop and A–D
shades.
Delivery form
IPS Empress Universal Shade Kit IPS Empress Universal Shade Kit A-D
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, 110/120 – 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, A1
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, 130 – 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, A2/A3/A3.5
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, 140/210 – 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, A4
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, 220/230 – 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, B1
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, 240 – 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, B2/B3/B4
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, 310 – 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, C1/C2
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, 320 – 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, C3/C4
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, 330 – 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, D2/D3
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, 340 – 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, D4
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, 410/420 – 1 IPS Empress Universal Glaze, 3 g
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, 430/440 – 1 IPS Empress Universal Glaze and Stain Liquid, 15 ml
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, 510
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, 520
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, 530
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Shade, 3 g, 540
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Glaze, 3 g
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Glaze and Stain Liquid, 15 ml
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IPS Empress Universal Stains Kit
IPS Empress
Universal Stains
These intensive stains are available in
14 different shades. They are used to
reproduce natural characteristics and are
suitable for all the ceramic materials of
the IPS Empress System. With the three
primary colours basic blue, basic red, and
basic yellow, custom shades may be
developed.
Delivery form
IPS Empress Universal Stains Kit
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Stains, 1 g, white
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Stains, 1 g, mahogany
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Stains, 1 g, khaki
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Stains, 1 g, orange
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Stains, 1 g, grey
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Stains, 1 g, vanilla
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Stains, 1 g, crackliner
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Stains, 1 g, olive
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Stains, 1 g, yellow
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Stains, 1 g, black
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Stains, 1 g, maroon
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Stains, 1 g, basic red
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Stains, 1 g, basic blue
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Stains, 1 g, basic yellow
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Glaze, 3 g
– 1 IPS Empress Universal Glaze and Stain liquid, 15 ml
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IPS Empress 2 Special Investment Material
Delivery form
IPS Empress 2 Special Investment Assortment
– 50 bags of IPS Empress 2 Special Investment material,
100 g each
– 1 liter of IPS Empress 2 Special Investment liquid,
– 1 pad (55 rings) of IPS Empress 2 paper rings 2 in 1
– 1 IPS Empress measuring cylinder
Delivery form
IPS Empress 2 Speed Investment Assortment
– 50 bags IPS Empress Speed Investment material,
100 g each
– 1 liter IPS Empress 2 Speed Investment liquid
– 1 pad (55 rings) of IPS Empress 2 paper rings 2 in 1
– 1 IPS Empress measuring cylinder
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IPS Empress Die Material Kit
The light-curing IPS Empress die material simulates the shade Delivery form
of the prepared tooth. This shade represents the basis for a
true-to-nature shade reproduction of the pressed IPS Empress IPS Empress Die Material Kit
restorations. – 1 syringe IPS Empress Die material, 8 g, ST1
– 1 syringe IPS Empress Die material, 8 g, ST2
– 1 syringe IPS Empress Die material, 8 g, ST3
– 1 syringe IPS Empress Die material, 8 g, ST5
– 1 syringe IPS Empress Die material, 8 g, ST8
– 1 syringe IPS Empress Die material, 8 g, ST9
– 1 pack IPS Empress Die holders, 10 holders
– 1 IPS Empress Die material separating liquid, 20 ml
– 1 set IPS Empress Condenser, 10 condensers
– 1 IPS Empress Die material shade guide
Delivery form
IPS Empress Accessories Kit
– 1 IPS Empress honey-combed tray with crown holders
– 1 IPS Empress tweezers
– 2 IPS Empress AlOx plungers
– 1 IPS Empress plunger and ingot support
– 1 IPS Empress firing pillow
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CEM Kit – Professional Set
Delivery form
CEM Kit – Professional Set
The contents may vary from country to country.
Delivery form
CEM Kit – Esthetic Cementation System
The contents may vary from country to country.
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IPS
Liquids for the Empress 2 /
IPS
Eris for E2 layering technique
IPS Eris for 2 Build-Up Liquid, 60 ml IPS Empress 2 Special Investment Liquid
This liquid is used to mix This liquid is exclusively used
the IPS Eris for E2 layering to mix the IPS Empress 2
materials. Absolutely no Special Investment material
other build-up liquid must and the IPS Empress
be used, since they contain Investment material for the
various organic additives, layering technique. The
which do not fire without concentrated liquid must
leaving residue at the only be mixed with distilled
stipulated firing temperatures water to achieve the desired
and may thus result in liquid concentration.
discolouration.
Components: 30 % wt.
Components: water, colloidal silicic acid in water.
butandiol-chloride solution
IPS Empress Universal Glaze and Stain Liquid, 15 ml This liquid is exclusively used
to mix the IPS Empress 2
This liquid is used to adjust Speed Investment material.
the consistency of the The concentrated liquid must
IPS Empress Universal only be mixed with distilled
Shades, IPS Empress water to achieve the desired
Universal Stains, and liquid concentration.
IPS Empress Universal Glaze.
Absolutely no other glazing Components: 30 % wt.
and staining liquid must be colloidal silicic acid in water.
used, since they contain
various organic additives that
do not fire without leaving
residue at the stipulated
firing temperatures and may IPS Empress 2 Invex
thus result in discolouration.
The Invex liquid is used to
Components: butandiol identify the reaction layer on
the pressed IPS Empress 2
frameworks.
Warning
Butandiol is irritating. Avoid contact. Do not inhale Components: hydrofluoric
vapours. acid: < 1 % wt. and
sulphuric acid: < 2 % wt. in
water.
Warning
Hexane is highly flammable and detrimental to
health. Avoid contact of the material with skin and
eyes. Do not inhale vapours. Keep away from
sources of ignition.
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Shade determination, die shade
selection, and ingot selection
The Chromascop shade Chromascop shade group for the incisal and dentin – IPS d.SIGN
guide represents the shade bleached teeth provides four areas, as well as surface – IPS Empress / IPS Empress 2
standard for Ivoclar Vivadent ultra-light shades. Once the characterizations) greatly IPS Eris for E2
products. With the logical basic shade has been helps determine the correct – SR Ivocron
arrangement of the individual selected, the correct shade shade. The following Ivoclar C&B veneering resins
shades, the Chromascop within the shade group can Vivadent products are – SR Antaris/SR Postaris
permits exact and efficient be determined. coordinated with the tooth lines
shade determination. Consequently ignoring any Chromascop shade guide: – Tetric Ceram
The 20 shades are divided superfluous effects (e.g. restorative materials
into five detachable shade cervicals, transparent areas,
groups. Additionally, the intensive discolouration in
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IPS
Empress 2 preparation guidelines
and minimum requirements
Crowns
Evenly reduce the anatomical
shape and observe the
stipulated minimum
thicknesses.
2 2
1.5
1,5 1,5
1,0 1,0
10°-30°
Bridges
Maximum pontic spans will
Occlusal Force
vary from patient to patient
depending on the tooth
position, size, condition,
and arch position of the
Maximum
retainers. Pontic spans Pontic Span Maximum
should not exceed 9 mm 9 mm
Pontic Span
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Processing procedure Empress 2 /
IPS
IPS
Eris for E2 layering technique
Fabricating the model Applying the spacer
It is advisable to apply a sealer to harden the surface and to
Fabricate a type IV die stone model with detachable
protect the die.
segments according to the impression.
The application of a sealer must not cause any changes in
the dimensions of the die.
Crown
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Correct dimensions of bridge connectors 1. Select the IPS Connector recommended for the region for
which the fabricated bridge is intended and remove it
using IPS Connector from the harness.
2. Once the bridge abutment has been modelled with wax,
IPS Connectors are prefabricated anatomically-shaped plastic
attach the selected IPS Connectors to the connector area
aides in six different shapes manufactured according to the
between the pontic and the bridge abutment.
idea of Klaus F. Ernst, M.D.T. Stuttgart (Germany). They are
3. After that, complete modelling the full wax-up and secure
used in the contouring of three-unit IPS Empress 2 bridges
it with a silicone key.
and ensure the adequate size of the connector between the
4. The modelled bridge is now reduced in a targeted fashion.
pontic and the bridge abutment.
In other words, the area that will be built-up using
The IPS Connectors C1–C6 have been designed in such a
layering material after the press cycle has to be carefully
way that dental professionals automatically achieve the
reduced so that the framework thickness measures at least
correct connector dimensions.
0.8 mm (see page 23).
5. The plastic Connector ensures that the minimum
connector thickness between the pontic and the bridge
Areas of application abutment is automatically observed during the reduction
process.
IPS Connector Recommended area of
application
The following basic rule applies:
C2
C3
If the linguovestibular portion of the connector area has been reduced, the portion from the incisal to the
cervical has to be enlarged..
C4
C5
C6
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Please remember that the framework material In anterior bridges, it is not always possible to
represents the most stable component of your establish a connector area of 4 x 4 mm with regard
restoration and has to be given the corresponding to the linguovestibular region. In these cases, the
attention. Since the translucency of the framework material linguovestibular portion of the connector area may be
is similar to that of natural teeth, the aesthetic appearance reduced to 3 mm, if, at the same time, the portion from the
will not be compromised. In large preparations, the excess in incisal to the cervical is increased to 5–6 mm.
available space must be compensated by the design of the
If only limited space is available, non-aesthetic areas (e.g.
framework and not by the layering material.
palatal, lingual or occlusal surfaces) do not necessarily have
to be covered with layering material. In such cases, the
corresponding areas of the framework are designed in their
fully anatomical shape. The physical properties and the
abrasion values of the framework material permit users to
use this technique without reservation.
Reference guide for determining the adequate representing the aesthetic component of the restoration.
proportion of the framework to the layering material The incisal portion of natural teeth is 1.5 mm on average.
thickness Likewise, highly aesthetic restorative results can be achieved
In order to achieve the best possible surface stability by by applying the IPS Empress 2 framework material and
creating ample compressive strength, it is imperative both to IPS Eris for E2 layering materials in a overall thickness of
observe the working parameters and to design adequate 1.5 mm. Keep the required ratio between the framework
IPS Empress 2 frameworks. The table below clearly shows and layer thickness in mind when fabricating the framework.
that the fundamental objective is to make the framework The following guidelines apply: The framework must be
thicker than the overlaying layering material. The framework thicker than the layer thickness of the layering material. The
must be as substantial as possible, with the layering material minimum wall thickness of the framework is 0.8 mm. The
table below serves as a reference guide:
Clearance framework-layering material in mm
Framework thickness in mm
1.5 0.8
1.8 1.0
2.0 1.1
2.2 1.2
2.4 1.3
2.6 1.4
2.8 1.5
3.0 1.6
3.2 1.7
3.4 1.8
3.6 1.9
3.8 2.0
4.0 2.1
4.2 2.2
4.4 2.3
4.6 2.4
4.8 2.5
5.0 2.6
5.2 2.7
2.8
2.9
0.7 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5
Layer thickness in mm
If adjustments are necessary after try-in or glaze firing, a maximum layer thickness of 2.5 mm must not be exceeded.
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Layering material • Layering material •
Correct! Correct!
• Cusp-supporting • Cusp-supporting
Minimum framework contouring Minimum framework thik- contouring
thickness 0.8 mm • kness 0.8 mm •
Correct: The framework design supports the cusps. The wall thickness of the framework is at least 0.8 mm. Only this design ensures adequate stability.
Incorrect!
Incorrect! The framework material
The framework is too thin in relation to
• material is too thin in • the layering material
relation to the layering
material
Incorrect: The relationship between the framework and the total space available is not proportional.
Various framework-pontic
Various framework-pontic
designs in the anterior region
designs in the posterior region
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Contouring Version a: Adequate space is available
If adequate space is available, the bucco-labial and the
Framework design depending on the total space palatal-lingual portion of the modelled framework is reduced
available in a targeted fashion. Reduce the wax-up by the space
Full wax-up required for the layering material to be applied after
Fabricate a full wax-up of the restoration. Use IPS Connector pressing. Observe the necessary ratio of the framework
to ensure the adequate size of the connector between the thickness to the layering material thickness, as described on
pontic and the bridge abutment. page 23. IPS Connector ensures that the minimum connector
thickness between the pontic and the bridge abutment is
observed.
Use IPS Connector to ensure the adequate size of the connector between the pontic and the bridge
abutment.
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Version b: Only limited space is available Sprueing of the object
(reduced layering technique)
a) Single crowns
If only limited space is available, only the buccal and incisal For single crowns, depending on the size and volume of the
portion of the modelled framework is reduced in a targeted wax pattern, attach an axial sprue in the direction of flow of
fashion. The palatal-lingual portion should be pressed in its the ceramic material (see page 27).
full anatomic shape. Use round wax profile Ø 2.5–3 mm / 8 gauge; length 3 to
Reduce the wax-up by the space required for the layering max. 8 mm.
material to be applied after pressing. Observe the necessary
ratio of the framework thickness to the layering material b) Bridges
thickness, as described on page 23. IPS Connector ensures For three unit bridges, attach a 2.5 to 3 mm round profile
that the minimum connector thickness between the pontic axial wax sprue directly to the abutment teeth at an approx.
and the bridge abutment is observed. 45 to 60° angle.
Only the buccal and incisal portion of the modelled framework is reduced
The attachment points of the sprue to the object and sprue former must be rounded and smooth. Avoid
sharp edges.
The areas to be built up with layering material are clearly visible. Provide sprues in the direction of flow of the ceramic material. Pattern angled at 45–60 degrees
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Correct sprueing:
Direct the sprues towards the wax pattern (imagine continuation of wax pattern).
The sprue and object together should not be longer than 15 mm. Observe an angle of 45–60°.
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If the crown is viewed from the proximal, the longer side of the object (usually the buccal surface) points outwards. Additionally, the flow of the ceramic material must be observed.
The distance between the objects to be pressed and the paper ring/ring gauge must be at
least 10 mm. This applies to all the above schematics.
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Investing
Investing is carried out with the IPS Empress 2 Special
Investment material or IPS Empress 2 Speed Investment
material. We recommend the following procedure to
determine the accurate wax weight:
1. Weigh the ring base (seal the opening of the ring base with
wax).
2. Position the objects to be pressed on the ring base and
attach them with wax. Weigh again.
3. The difference between the two values is the weight of the
wax used.
– Large investment ring:
Up to max. 1.3 g wax weight requires one large ingot Mix IPS Empress 2 Special Investment material or IPS Empress 2 Speed Investment material under vacuum,
according to the manufacturer's instructions. Check the vacuum. Please refer to the instructions
– Small investment ring: accompanying the IPS Empress 2 Special Investment material or IPS Empress 2 Speed Investment material
Up to max. 0.5 g wax weight requires one small ingot for the accurate mixing ratio.
Please refer to the Instructions for Use for the IPS Empress 2
Special Investment material or IPS Empress 2 Speed Do not use a debubblizer.
Investment material for the working parameters in Please observe the Instructions for Use of the
conjunction with the staining technique and the IPS Empress 2 Special Investment material or IPS Empress 2
IPS Empress 2 layering technique. Speed Investment material.
Note: The IPS Empress 2 Special Investment material and
the IPS Empress 2 Speed Investment material must not
be used with the IPS Empress layering technique (press
temperature 1180 °C/2156 °F).
Observe the stipulated mixing time.
Check the correct fit of the paper ring around the ring base and
the ring gauge.
Warning:
The investment material contains quartz powder. Avoid the
inhalation of dust.
Remove the protective tape from the 2-in-1 IPS Empress Paper Ring. Form a cylinder exactly along the
marked line and press the two ends together.
Set the paper ring on the base of the investment ring and check for correct fit. Use the ring stabilizer to Fill the paper ring up to slightly below the stabilizing ring.
stabilize the paper ring.
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Remove the stabilizing ring and slowly place the ring gauge on the investment ring with a hinged If several investment rings are preheated simultaneously, mark them, either with wax on the ring base
movement. before investing or with a fireproof pen after investing.
Check the correct fit of the paper ring around the ring Investment material residue must not enter the
base and the ring gauge. sprues. Blow into the sprues if necessary.
Preheating
After the setting time (see IPS Empress 2 Special Investment material or IPS Empress 2 Speed Investment
material Instructions for Use), remove the ring gauge and ring base with a turning movement. Remove the
paper ring. Remove rough sport on the bottom surface of the investment ring with a plaster knife. Check the The ingot support and AlOx plunger are placed in the cold furnace.
90° angle.
Parameters
Preheat the investment ring, including the AlOx plunger, but
Observe a 90° angle.
without the ingot, in a conventional preheating furnace.
Please refer to the Instructions for Use for the IPS Empress 2
Special Investment material or the IPS Empress 2 Speed
Investment material.
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EP500
1. Switch on the EP500 and allow the furnace heat up to the
stand-by-temperature of 700 °C/1292 °F. hold this
temperature for at least 20 minutes.
2. Select the program for the staining technique T=1075 °C/
1967 °F. Run the program with the furnace empty. After
activation of the holding time H=20 min., which the EP500
does automatically, interrupt the program after 15 minutes
(set timer) by pressing the STOP key twice.
If you fail to interrupt the program, the ER16 error messa-
ge appears. Rectify this error by following the instructions
given on the corresponding list of error messages. allow
the furnace to cool until the stand-by-temperature of
700 °C/1292 °F has been reached with the furnace head
Do not burnout/preheat together with other casting objects (e.g. soldering models, metal casting rings, etc.). closed. Hold this temperature for at least 30 minutes.
Oxides may settle on the objects.
3. Place the calibration set on the honey-combed firing tray in
order to ensure the appropriate height (temperature range)
Carefully remove investment material and ceramic in the furnace.
residue from the AlOx plunger after each use.
Always keep the marked side of the AlOx plunger 4. Conduct the calibration using the Temperature Checking
upwards. Set 2.
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Press parameters for the EP500 / EP600 Pressing
Parameters to press large investment rings (200 g) – Switch on the press furnace in time
EP500 Leave the ingot tray support in the preheating
furnace and allow it to cool slowly after you have
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P B t T H V1 V2 Pressure N
P B t T H V1 V2 Pressure N
Single restorations: Maximum 1 large ingot or
12 700 °C 60 °C 920 °C 15 500 °C 920 °C 5 bar –
12 1292 108 °F 1688 °F 15 932 °F 1688 °F 5 bar
1 small ingot
Bridges: Maximum 1 large ingot
An IPS Empress 2 single restoration is invested in a 100 g ring. A holding time of 15 min. is sufficient.
Small investment ring Maximum 1 small ingot per
No postpressing time! pressing cycle
Select the program for the IPS Empress 2 layering technique by pressing F3
Remove the investment ring from the burnout/preheating furnace immediately after completion of the
preheating cycle. Place the corresponding cold ingots for the layering technique (large or small) in the
investment ring (small ingot for single crowns; large ingot for several crowns or bridges).
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Divesting
(After approx. 60 minutes)
After cooling, the investment ring may show cracks. These
cracks developed (immediately around the AlOx plunger)
during cooling as a result of the different CTEs of the various
materials (AlOx plunger, investment material, and pressed
materials). They do not compromise the result of the pressing
cycle.
Select the program for the IPS Empress 2 layering technique. Set the exact press parameters. Place the
investment ring with ingot and the AlOx plunger at the center of the EP500/EP600 press furnace. Close the
furnace head. Activate the selected program by pressing START.
Mark the length of the AlOx plunger on the cooled investment ring.
The press cycle runs automatically. An acoustic signal indicates the end of the press cycle.
Separate the investment ring using a separating disk. This predetermined breaking point enables reliable
separation of the AlOx plunger and the ceramic material.
Remove the investment ring from the furnace
immediately after the program is completed and
close the furnace. Place the investment ring on a
wide-meshed grid (IPS Empress cooling rack) and allow to
cool to room temperature. The grid ensures quick and even
cooling of the investment ring and prevents undesired heat
accumulation.
Break the investment ring at the predetermined breaking point using a plaster knife.
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Rough divestment is carried out with polishing jet medium (Ivoclar Vivadent) at 4 bar (60 psi) pressure.
If the temperature of the furnace has been set correctly, the pressed objects exhibit only a
thin reaction layer that can be easily removed, following the directions given below.
If the object is pressed at too high a temperature, a substantial reaction layer forms that is
difficult to remove. If the reaction layer is not completely removed, the bond to the layering
material is impaired.
When divesting the object, blast from the direction indicated in the schematic at the top.
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Removing the pressed object / finishing
Subsequently, identify the reaction layer from the pressed object using the Invex liquid in the ultrasonic unit
for 10–30 minutes (place the object in a plastic cup). Next, thoroughly rinse the object with running
water and blow it dry. Carefully remove the (white) reaction layer with Special Jet Medium
(Al2O3 = Type 100 microns) at 1 bar (15 psi) pressure.
Disposal:
Carefully neutralize the diluted solution by adding
lime or baking soda (sodium carbonate, Na2CO3)
and letting it react for 5 minutes. After the reaction time,
pour the neutralized solution into the sink, flushing it with
running water.
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Fit the framework to the die
Remove the spacer prior to fitting the pressed object to the
die. Be careful when fitting the object. In case of interfering
irregularities, cover the die with a thin layer of a suitable
control paste. Then, fit the object on the die again. Carefully
remove interfering irregularities with a fine diamond. Use
finishing diamonds or fine emery disk, to adjust the margins,
if necessary.
Apply the corresponding Die Material to the inner surface of the restoration, using the IPS Empress Die
Material Condenser.
The IPS Empress Die Material is used to enhance the shading of the restoration.
Coat the inner surfaces of the ceramic object with IPS Empress Die Material Isolating Liquid.
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IPS Eris for E2 foundation firing
Carefully blast the ceramic framework with Al2O3, Type
100 microns (Special Jet Medium, Ivoclar Vivadent) at 1 bar
(15 psi) pressure prior to the foundation firing. Clean with
steam and dry with oil-free air. Avoid any contamination from
this time onwards. Depending on the clinical situation and
available space, the foundation firing can be conducted in two
different ways.
Version b. Paste
If space is limited or to increase the chroma from the depth,
IPS Empress Universal Shades can be used for the foundation
firing. Thin the desired IPS Empress Universal Shade (paste)
with the IPS Empress Universal Glaze and Stain Liquid to the
desired consistency. After that, apply a thin uniform layer on
the entire framework (even with the reduced layering
technique).
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IPS Eris for E2 dentin/incisal firing, and
Make sure that the firing trays are clean to
prevent the framework from sticking to the tray. Impulse material firing
Use a firing pillow, if necessary. Model the dentin and incisal materials, as well as the Impulse
materials in the usual manner, using the IPS Eris for E2 build-
up liquid.
Round the top edges of the support pin (left) to prevent the object from sticking to the pin. Pins whose top
edges have not been rounded (right) increase the risk of objects sticking to them. Another possibility to
reduce this risk is to cover the pins with platinum foil. This method produces the same effect as the
rounding of edges.
P B t T S H V1 V2 L
P B t T S H V1 V2 L
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Firing parameters for IPS Eris for E2 dentin, incisal, and
Impulse material firing (220 V)
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P B t T S H V1 V2 L
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P B t T S H V1 V2 L
Important
When working with a furnace from another
manufacturer, these parameters have to be
adjusted accordingly.
The same procedure is used for single restorations. Here, a premolar is shown.
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Examples of correct and incorrect firings Glaze and stain firing with IPS Empress
Universal Shades/Stains, and Glaze
The IPS Empress Universal Shades/Stains, and Glaze have
been especially developed for the ceramic materials of the
IPS Empress System from Ivoclar Vivadent. They can be used
for the following techniques:
– IPS Empress staining technique
– IPS Empress layering technique
– IPS Empress 2 / IPS Eris for E2 layering technique
If the restoration exhibits a shining, true-to-nature appearance, it has been fired with all the firing
parameters set correctly.
The firing temperature for this restoration was set too high.
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Firing parameters for IPS Empress Universal Glaze
More intensive shades are achieved by several (220 V)
staining procedures, not by applying thicker layers.
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P B t T S H V1 V2 L
To check the shade, wet inner and outer aspects of
the crown with IPS Empress Universal Glaze and Stain 403 °C 60 °C 725 °C 6 1–2 450 °C 724 °C –
Liquids, replace the object on the shaded die and compare 757 °F 108 °F 1337 °F 6 1–2 842 °F 1335 °F –
the shade with the corresponding Chromascop or A–D
shade. Firing parameters for IPS Empress Universal Glaze
(110 V)
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P B t T S H V1 V2 L
Firing parameters for IPS Empress Universal
Shade/Stains (220 V) 403 °C 55 °C 735 °C 6 1–2 450 °C 734 °C –
757 °F 99 °F 1355 °F 6 1–2 842 °F 1353 °F –
→
P B t T S H V1 V2 L
P B t T S H V1 V2 L
Important
When working with a furnace from another
manufacturer, these parameters have to be
adjusted accordingly.
Corrective firing after glazing (add-on
firing)
There is a low-sintering add-on material with medium incisal
opacity for any necessary corrective firing.
Glaze firing
Firing parameters for IPS Eris for E2 corrective firing
Remove IPS Empress Universal Glaze from its container and (220 V)
mix thoroughly. Adjust the consistency by diluting the
→
P B t T S H V1 V2 L
material with IPS Empress Universal Glaze and Stain Liquid, if
required. After that, apply the glazing material in the usual 403 °C 60 °C 700 °C 4 1 450 °C 699 °C –
manner using a brush. Do not to apply the Glaze material 757°F 108 °F 1292 °F 4 1 842 °F 1290 °F –
either in too thick or too thin layers.
Firing parameters for IPS Eris for E2 corrective firing
The IPS Empress 2 / IPS Eris for E2 layering (110 V)
technique requires a glaze firing. P B t T S H V1 V2 L
Important
When working with a furnace from another
manufacturer, these parameters have to be
adjusted accordingly.
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IPS Empress 2 … ….restorations….
… demonstrate…. … a true-to-nature….
… aesthetic appearance. We would like to thank Mr. G. Ubassy, France, for the clinical pictures.
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Etching Cementation
Etching the internal surfaces is necessary for all IPS Empress
Restorations fabricated with the IPS Empress 2 / IPS Eris
restorations. This procedure increases the shear bond
for E2 layering technique may be cemented with either
strength between the IPS Empress material and the
the adhesive cementation technique (Variolink II) or
composite cement.The fracture resistance of the restoration
conventional glass-ionomer cements.
is also increased.
– Cements with higher expansion rates must not be used (e.g.
hybrid ionomer cements).
Etch the internal surfaces of the IPS Empress 2 – Restorations fabricated in the IPS Empress staining
framework ceramics for 20 seconds using technique or the IPS Empress layering technique must be
IPS Ceramic Etching Gel. cemented using the adhesive technique.
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IPS Empress 2/IPS Eris for E2 layering technique
Preheating, pressing, and firing parameters (220 V)
Preheating Firing parameters for the Programat
Please observe the Instruction for Use of the IPS Empress 2 furnace (220 V)
Special Investment Material or IPS Empress 2 Speed Firing parameters for IPS Eris for E2
Investment Material. Foundation firing
Note:
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P B t T S H V1 V2 L
Preheat with AlOx plunger, but without ingots.
403 °C 60 °C 755 °C 6 1 450 °C 754 °C –
757 °F 108 °F 1391 °F 6 1 842 °F 1389 °F –
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P B t T S H V1 V2 L
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P B t T H V1 V2 Pressure N
403 °C 60 °C 755 °C 6 2 450 °C 754 °C –
11 700 °C 60 °C 920 °C 20 500 °C 920 °C 5 bar – 757 °F 108 °F 1391 °F 6 2 842 °F 1389 °F –
11 1292 °F 108 °F 1688 °F 20 932 °F 1688 °F 5 bar –
Firing parameters IPS Empress Universal Shade/Stains
Pressing in a small investment ring (100 g) – EP500
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P B t T S H V1 V2 L
P B t T H V1 V2 Pressure N
757 °F 108 °F 1337 °F 4 1 842 °F 1335 °F –
12 700 °C 60 °C 920 °C 15 500 °C 920 °C 5 bar –
12 1292 108 °F 1688 °F 15 932 °F 1688 °F 5 bar
Firing parameters IPS Empress Universal Glaze
→
P B t T S H V1 V2 L
Pressing EP600
403 °C 60 °C 725 °C 6 1–2 450 °C 724 °C –
757 °F 108 °F 1337 °F 6 1–2 842 °F 1335 °F –
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IPS Empress 2/IPS Eris for E2 layering technique
Preheating, pressing, and firing parameters (110 V)
Preheating Firing parameters for the Programat
Please observe the Instruction for Use of the IPS Empress 2 furnace (110 V)
Special Investment Material or IPS Empress 2 Speed Firing parameters for IPS Eris for E2
Investment Material. Foundation firing
Note:
→
P B t T S H V1 V2 L
Preheat with AlOx plunger, but without ingots.
403 °C 55 °C 765 °C 6 1 450 °C 764 °C –
757 °F 99 °F 1409 °F 6 1 842 °F 1407 °F –
→
P B t T S H V1 V2 L
→
P B t T H V1 V2 Pressure N
403 °C 55 °C 765 °C 6 2 450 °C 764 °C –
11 700 °C 60 °C 920 °C 20 500 °C 920 °C 5 bar – 757 °F 99 °F 1409 °F 6 2 842 °F 1407°F –
11 1292 °F 108 °F 1688 °F 20 932 °F 1688 °F 5 bar –
Firing parameters IPS Empress Universal Shade/Stains
Pressing in a small investment ring (100 g) – EP500
→
P B t T S H V1 V2 L
P B t T H V1 V2 Pressure N
757 °F 99 °F 1355 °F 4 1 842 °F 1353 °F –
12 700 °C 60 °C 920 °C 15 500 °C 920 °C 5 bar –
12 1292 108 °F 1688 °F 15 932 °F 1688 °F 5 bar
Firing parameters IPS Empress Universal Glaze
→
P B t T S H V1 V2 L
Pressing EP600
403 °C 55 °C 735 °C 6 1–2 450 °C 734 °C –
757 °F 99 °F 1355 °F 6 1–2 842 °F 1353 °F –
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IPS
Shade Chromascop 110 120 130 140 210 220 230 240 310 320 330 340 410 420 430 440 510 520 530 540
IPS Empress 2
Layering technique ingot 100 100 100 200 200 200 300 300 400 400 400 300 500 500 500 500 500 500 300 300
Incisal S1 S1 S1 S1 S2 S2 S2 S3 S3 S3 S3 S3 S3 S2 S3 S3 S3 S3 S3 S3
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Shade A–D A1 A2 A3 A3.5 A4 B1 B2 B3 B4 C1 C2 C3 C4 D2 D3 D4
IPS Empress 2
Layering technique ingot 100 100 200 300 300 100 100 400 400 500 500 500 500 500 200 400
Incisal S1 S1 S2 S2 S2 S1 S1 S2 S3 S2 S2 S3 S3 S2 S2 S2
Materials combination table
Die Material ST 9 ST 9 ST 1 ST 2 ST 5 ST 9 ST 9 ST 3 ST 3 ST 9 ST 8 ST 8 ST 8 ST 8 ST 9 ST 1
shade.
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Empress System – The Original.
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