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The blank type and speed-sintering protocol significantly influence the optical and mechanical properties of 3–5 mol% yttria-stabilized zirconia. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

What question did this study set out to answer?

This study aims to explore how different blank types and sintering protocols affect the properties of yttria-stabilized zirconia.

February 27, 2026Open Access

Speed-sintering protocol and blank type affect optical properties and strength of 3–5 mol% yttria-stabilized zirconia

Key Points

This study aims to explore how different blank types and sintering protocols affect the properties of yttria-stabilized zirconia.
Analyzed various blank types with different compositions and the same trade name.
Employed a speed-sintering protocol versus conventional sintering.
Evaluated optical, mechanical, and surface properties of the materials.
Different blank compositions impacted the optical and mechanical properties significantly.
Speed-sintering showed potential as an effective alternative to conventional methods.
Specific material adaptations are necessary for successful speed-sintering results.

Abstract

The blank type having different compositions despite same trade name, layer and sintering protocol influence optical, mechanical and surface properties of 3-5 mol% yttria-stabilized zirconia. Using a speed-sintering protocol can be a valid alternative to conventional sintering, however, the respective material needs to be specifically developed and approved for this processing.

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Zwahlen et al. (Sun,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a1344fed1d949a99abe08d https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dental.2026.02.016