Metal-ceramic material containing oxyapatite crystals for excellent handling characteristics, and restorations with lifelike translucency and a natural-looking depth. Oxyapatite crystals are contained in all the shaded components allowing the translucency or opacity of the restoration to be controlled. Components available for single and multiple layer techniques and are matched to the stains and glazes of the versatile IPS Ivocolor assortment. Optimised shrinkage behaviour giving high stability during the firing of the materials. Versatile modelling properties and individualised handling of the layering materials.