Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal Crowns
A porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crown consists of a porcelain outer layer baked onto a metal core. It is precision crafted in a dental laboratory.
Choosing a PFM crown When a front tooth needs a restoration, sometimes it's best to use a PFM crown. We might choose a fused-to-metal crown to restore a tooth when a large filling has failed, or when the tooth is chipped, cracked, broken, or subject to grinding and clenching.
The advantages of a PFM crown A PFM crown has several advantages:
• The metal core supports the tooth.
• It's strong enough to withstand the heaviest biting forces and resist fracturing
• It's durable and long-lasting.
• The porcelain can be made to closely match your natural teeth.
When you need a crown, PFM crowns are a strong and natural-looking choice.
Choosing a PFM crown When a front tooth needs a restoration, sometimes it's best to use a PFM crown. We might choose a fused-to-metal crown to restore a tooth when a large filling has failed, or when the tooth is chipped, cracked, broken, or subject to grinding and clenching.
The advantages of a PFM crown A PFM crown has several advantages:
• The metal core supports the tooth.
• It's strong enough to withstand the heaviest biting forces and resist fracturing
• It's durable and long-lasting.
• The porcelain can be made to closely match your natural teeth.
When you need a crown, PFM crowns are a strong and natural-looking choice.
