Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc, a global leader in dental material innovation, launched KATANA™ Zirconia ONE For IMPLANT at Dentsply Sirona World (DS World) today. This pre-sintered zirconia block, developed specifically for CEREC systems, gives clinicians the freedom to create either hybrid abutment crowns or hybrid abutments from a single block—saving time, simplifying workflows, and delivering strong, natural-looking results.

Natural Esthetics, Built-In Efficiency

KATANA™ Zirconia ONE For IMPLANT is built on Kuraray Noritake’s multi-layer technology: four layers of zirconia in carefully graduated shades that mimic the natural gradation of tooth structure. This product allows the chairside fabrication of natural-tooth-colored restorations—eliminating additional sintering time.

Because the zirconia powder is developed in-house, Kuraray Noritake controls every detail, from grain size to sintering temperature. This precision ensures consistent performance, case after case. With an impressive flexural strength of ~932 MPa, clinicians can rely on restorations that hold up to the demands of everyday function while maintaining esthetic appeal.

A Smarter Choice for Implant Workflows

“KATANA Zirconia ONE For IMPLANT was created to make implant dentistry simpler and more predictable,” said Dinesh Weerasinghe, PhD, Sr. Technical and Marketing Manager, Dental Division, Kuraray America. “With one versatile block, dentists can choose the best approach for each case, whether that’s a hybrid abutment crown or a hybrid abutment, while knowing they’re providing patients with restorations that combine strength, esthetics, and efficiency.”

The block includes an integrated access hole for easy connection to TiBase components and comes in two sizes (S and L) to match different access hole diameters. For most cases, a hybrid abutment crown offers a streamlined, screw-retained option. For more

complex scenarios, such as non-parallel implant placement, clinicians can opt for a hybrid abutment with a separate crown for added flexibility.

Key Benefits at a Glance:

• Two-in-One Versatility – Fabricate hybrid abutment crowns or hybrid abutments from one block
• Confidence in Every Case – Flexural strength of ~932 MPa for reliable performance
• Natural Esthetics – Four-layer gradated zirconia structure blends seamlessly with surrounding dentition
• Fast, Chairside Workflow – Go from scan to finished restoration in as little as 43 minutes
• Broad Shade Availability – 10 VITA classical A1–D4 shades for predictable matches
• Simplified Cementation – Designed to pair with PANAVIA™ SA Cement Universal using the innovative AC Technique

About Kuraray Noritake Dental

Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc., established in 2012 through the merger of Kuraray Medical Inc. and Noritake Dental Supply Co., Ltd., is a global leader in the development and supply of advanced dental materials. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, the company combines Kuraray’s pioneering expertise in organic polymers—such as dental adhesives and MDP technology—with Noritake’s renowned ceramic innovations. Kuraray America, Inc. serves as the official North American distributor of Kuraray Noritake Dental products.