Universal
Multilayer zirconia
Strength of full-contour zirconia plus the cosmetic result of layered porcelain, in one solid disc. Suggested cement: Ivoclar Vivadent Multilink.
Aesthetic fixed · Crowns & bridges
Crowns & bridges, made in Manhattan.
Short answer: we make single crowns and bridges in multilayer zirconia (our #1 suggested universal restoration), full-contour zirconia, IPS e.max and porcelain fused to metal. Most cases return in 4–5 lab days, and same-day or next-day crowns are available.
Crowns & bridges: key facts
- Materials
- Multilayer zirconia · full-contour zirconia · IPS e.max · PFM (non-precious, semi-precious, white high noble, CAPTEK)
- Best for
- Universal single units and bridges (multilayer zirconia); posterior and minimal clearance (full-contour); anterior aesthetics (e.max)
- Turnaround
- Typically 4–5 lab days; same-day or next-day crowns available
- Send it as
- Intraoral scan (iTero Lab ID 4364), or impression with your Rx by pickup or FedEx
- Warranty
- One year against manufacturing defects
Signature zirconia
Meet Zerapure™.
Our proprietary multilayered esthetic zirconia, with a 3Y / 4Y / 5Y gradient for the balance between ideal strength and lifelike esthetics. Universal, from single posterior crowns to full-arch restorations.
Discover ZerapureIndications
Which crown or bridge material should you prescribe?
Choose by indication. Final material selection is always the clinician's, and we are happy to talk through a case before you prep.
- Multilayer zirconia: universal, anterior and posterior; strength with the look of layered porcelain
- Full-contour zirconia: posterior teeth, bruxers and minimal occlusal clearance
- IPS e.max: anterior crowns where translucency and aesthetics come first
- PFM: non-ideal preps and cases that call for a cast substructure
- Bridges: designed case by case. Span depends on the clearance and the support available for the pontics. Zirconia is excellent for bridgework; with irregular opposing occlusion we go to a metal-based restoration (PFM or zirconia over titanium). Send the scan for a design review before you prep.
Materials & process
What materials and process do we use for crowns and bridges?
Posterior
Full-contour zirconia
Monolithic, CAD/CAM milled from bio-compatible zirconia. Remarkably durable, with a precise fit. Suggested cement: resin-based or non-expanding glass ionomer.
Anterior
IPS e.max
Lithium-disilicate glass ceramic with the translucency for anterior restorations where aesthetics are paramount.
Classic
Porcelain fused to metal
Non-precious, semi-precious, white high noble or CAPTEK alloys, layered with feldspathic porcelain.
Implant-borne
Crowns on implants
Custom titanium and zirconia abutments with the final crown: see implant restorations.
Support
Shade & staining
Custom shade taking at our Manhattan lab, or at your office in Manhattan, and custom staining at our laboratory.
How a case moves through the lab
Scan or impression
Send a digital scan from your intraoral scanner, or send a conventional impression with your Rx. We accept scans from iTero, 3Shape, Medit, Shining 3D, Straumann AXS, Dexis, DS Core and more. Our iTero Lab ID is 4364; other systems can link to us via info@adlny.com.
Designed by our technicians
Every case is designed digitally in CAD by our technicians, and we can review a design with you remotely.
Made in house
Ceramics are wet-milled and models and appliances 3D printed in our Madison Avenue lab.
Finished by hand
Stain mixed at the bench, inspected under magnification and glazed with a brush before it ships back.
Prep guides
Prep guides for every material.
Reduction, margin design and do’s and don’ts for zirconia (including Zerapure™), IPS e.max crowns, veneers and inlays & onlays, with printable PDFs.
General guidelines based on published manufacturer recommendations; contact Advanced Dental Laboratory for case-specific questions.
Turnaround
How long do crowns and bridges take?
Typically 4–5 lab days; complex cases need longer. Same-day or next-day turnaround is available for crowns, repairs and flippers.
We serve dentists nationwide. Local pickup and delivery across the NY metro area, including Nassau and Suffolk counties on Long Island; FedEx shipping anywhere in the continental US, to 274 Madison Avenue, Suite 1701, New York, NY 10016. Call by 12 noon, Monday–Friday, for guaranteed same-day pickup in Manhattan. After noon, we still pick up as soon as we can. Outside Manhattan, pickup in our local area is usually the next business day (Monday–Friday).
Every restoration we make carries a one-year warranty against manufacturing defects. We take any restoration failure seriously, so each concern is reviewed individually and the options are discussed directly with you, the doctor.
From the bench
Recent work.
What dentists say
What dentists say.
…The quality of their work is consistently outstanding, with incredible attention to detail, fit, and esthetics. Communication is seamless, turnaround times are reliable… They feel like an extension of our clinical team. Highly recommend.
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David and his team at Advanced Dental Lab are truly exceptional. The quality of their work is consistently outstanding, with incredible attention to detail, fit, and esthetics. Communication is seamless, turnaround times are reliable, and they genuinely care about helping you deliver the best possible result for your patients. They feel like an extension of our clinical team. Highly recommend.
…As a dentist, I’ve worked with many labs, and advanced lab has far exceeded my expectations and has now become the only lab we use… Whenever I have questions or need assistance, they are just a phone call away and are always able to help…
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Advanced Dental has been providing the best quality work and attention to detail for our entire practice and patients for so many years. As a dentist, I’ve worked with many labs, and advanced lab has far exceeded my expectations and has now become the only lab we use. Our patients have beautiful teeth thanks to their amazing work. Whenever I have questions or need assistance, they are just a phone call away and are always able to help. I can’t thank David and his team enough! Always and forever my first choice.
Advanced Dental is hands down the best lab I’ve worked with. Their work is consistently precise, beautiful, and reliable… Highly recommend to any dentist looking for a trusted lab partner…
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Advanced Dental is hands down the best lab I’ve worked with. Their work is consistently precise, beautiful, and reliable. Communication is always easy, and they truly care about the final result. Highly recommend to any dentist looking for a trusted lab partner.Thank you David and your team for your dedication and expertise!
Crowns & bridges FAQ
Questions dentists ask about crowns and bridges.
Which material do you suggest for a single crown?
Multilayer zirconia is our #1 suggested universal restoration: it combines the strength of full-contour zirconia with the cosmetic result of layered porcelain. For anterior teeth where translucency matters most, IPS e.max is a strong option; for posterior teeth with minimal clearance, full-contour zirconia.
Can you make same-day or next-day crowns?
Yes. Same-day or next-day turnaround is available for crowns. Call the lab before you send so we can schedule it: 212.889.8812.
Which PFM alloys do you offer?
Non-precious, semi-precious, white high noble and CAPTEK alloys, layered with feldspathic porcelain.
Which cement do you suggest?
For multilayer zirconia and IPS e.max, Ivoclar Vivadent Multilink. For full-contour zirconia, a resin-based cement or a non-expanding glass ionomer. For PFM, any self-curing cement; a glass-ionomer cement such as GC FujiCEM works great.
How long a bridge can you make, and what connector size do you need?
There are no fixed span numbers: bridge design is case-specific and depends on the clearance and the support available for the pontics. Some cases allow a 3-unit e.max bridge; in others even splinting two abutments isn’t ideal. Zirconia is excellent for bridgework, but with irregular opposing occlusion we go to a metal-based restoration such as PFM or zirconia over titanium. Send us the scan for a design review before you prep.
Can I send a digital scan for a bridge?
We accept scans from iTero, 3Shape, Medit, Shining 3D, Straumann AXS, Dexis, DS Core and more. Our iTero Lab ID is 4364; other systems can link to us via info@adlny.com. See Send a Case.
Is there a warranty on crowns and bridges?
Every restoration we make carries a one-year warranty against manufacturing defects. We take any restoration failure seriously, so each concern is reviewed individually and the options are discussed directly with you, the doctor.
Fee schedule
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