Zirconia and CAD/CAM have almost become the mantra of dental ceramics. While both are potentially wonderful, they are still relatively new and not without complications. Other materials, such as alumina-based ceramics, glass ceramics and feldspathic ceramics, should still be considered as they can offer a better and more economical choice. Dr. Ed McLaren covers the evidence-based ideal uses for various types of ceramics, and offers tips and tricks for working with these ceramic systems and technologies.