A Survey on the Current Trends of Different Polishing Protocols for Monolithic Zirconia Restorations amongst Dental Practitioners in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai

Aim: The aim of the survey been conducted was to evaluate the current trends of different polishing protocols for monolithic zirconia restorations amongst dental practitioners in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai. Materials and methods: The survey questionnaire consisted of 10 questions aimed toward the current trends of different polishing protocols for monolithic zirconia restorations amongst dental practitioners in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai. This questionnaire was validated by a panel of experts and was sent to 450 dental practitioners in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai. Results and conclusion: Majority of dental practitioners preferred Porcelain nishing burs to reduce the high point on monolithic zirconia restorations. Laboratory glazing was reported by 48% of dental practitioners, Chairside polishing was preferred by 15% of dental practitioners, 10% preferred chairside polishing followed by laboratory glazing and 26.4% cemented the crown without any polishing protocol. Porcelain polishing kit for carrying out chairside polishing was preferred by majority as against the zirconia polishing kit. The success rate of monolithic zirconia restorations observed by most of the dental practitioners was 5 years. Clinical significance: This survey would bring about the awareness of the various methods used to reduce the high point and polish monolithic zirconia restoration.