What are Dental Crowns Made Of ?

What are Dental Crowns Made Of?

  • Porcelain-Veneered Zirconia. Short name is Zirconia Crown
  • IPS e.max (Lithium Disilicate). Short name is Emax Crown
  • Ceramic (porcelain crowns)
  • Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal. Short name is PFM
  • Gold Alloy. Short name is Gold Crown

What crown is better Zirconia or Porcelain?

Because of their exceptional durability and strength, zirconia restorations generally last longer than porcelain. While porcelain crowns usually need replacement after a few years, zirconia crowns have shown a 99 percent survival rate after five years. Both porcelain and zirconia are custom-made to look very natural.

 What is PFM crown?

Porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crowns have been considered the gold standard for the repair of damaged teeth. PFM crowns have good mechanical properties, satisfactory esthetic results, and an acceptable biological quality needed for periodontal health. However, PFM crowns have some limitations that may limit their use

What Are the Differences Between Emax crown and Zirconia crown?

The biggest difference between Emax and zirconia is that Emax crowns are more translucent and zirconia crowns are stronger. Emax is known for having a naturally translucent appearance that allows light through just like natural teeth.