Description

Premium Porcelain Fused Metal (PFM) Dental Crowns & Bridges

Overview

The Porcelain Fused Metal (PFM) crown, also known as a full-cast crown with porcelain facing or ceramometal restoration, represents a cornerstone in restorative dentistry. Combining the superior strength and durability of a metal substructure with the natural esthetics of a porcelain overlay, PFM restorations offer a time-tested and reliable solution for a wide range of clinical situations. Our PFM crowns and bridges are meticulously crafted to provide exceptional longevity, precise fit, and satisfying esthetic outcomes.

Key Features & Benefits

• Exceptional Strength & Durability: The robust metal coping provides inherent strength, making PFM restorations highly resistant to fracture and suitable for posterior teeth and long-span bridges, even in patients with heavy occlusal forces.
• Predictable Esthetics: A layered porcelain surface mimics the natural translucency and shade variations of natural teeth, offering a significant esthetic improvement over full metal restorations.
• Precise Marginal Fit: The cast metal substructure allows for an incredibly accurate fit at the preparation margins, reducing the risk of microleakage, secondary caries, and periodontal issues.
• Versatile Application: Ideal for single crowns, multi-unit bridges, and implant-supported restorations in both anterior and posterior regions.
• Biocompatible Options: Available with various metal alloys (High Noble, Noble, and Base Metals) to meet specific clinical requirements and patient sensitivities.
• Proven Track Record: PFM technology has decades of clinical success, demonstrating reliability and longevity in millions of patients worldwide.

Material Composition

Metal Substructure

The foundation of our PFM restorations is a precisely cast or CAD/CAM milled metal coping, available in a variety of alloys:

• High Noble Alloys (e.g., Gold, Platinum, Palladium): Offer excellent biocompatibility, corrosion resistance, and ductility, making them easy to adjust chairside. They also provide a warm underlying color, enhancing the final porcelain shade.
• Noble Alloys (e.g., Palladium-Silver, Gold-Palladium): Provide a balance of strength, corrosion resistance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Base Metal Alloys (e.g., Nickel-Chromium, Cobalt-Chromium): Offer superior hardness and rigidity, making them highly resistant to deformation. Modern base metal alloys are highly refined for improved biocompatibility.

Porcelain Layer

A multi-layered feldspathic ceramic system is meticulously applied and fired onto the metal substructure. This layering process allows for:

• Customizable Shades: Precise shade matching to adjacent dentition, utilizing a comprehensive range of Vita classical and 3D Master shades.
• Natural Translucency & Opalescence: Recreating the lifelike light-handling properties of enamel and dentin.
• Contoured Anatomy: Sculpting natural tooth morphology and functional occlusion.
• Glazed Surface: Provides a smooth, plaque-resistant, and highly esthetic finish.

Indications

• Single Crowns (Anterior & Posterior)
• Multi-Unit Dental Bridges (Small to Long Span)
• Implant-Supported Crowns and Bridges
• Restoration of Endodontically Treated Teeth
• Correction of Malformed or Discolored Teeth
• Patients with Heavy Occlusion or Bruxism (where strength is paramount)
• As retainers for removable partial dentures

Technical Specifications & Laboratory Requirements

To ensure optimal results, please provide:

• Preparation Type: Shoulder or Chamfer margins preferred.
• Reduction:
  • Facial/Buccal: 1.2 – 1.5 mm
  • Lingual/Palatal: 0.8 – 1.0 mm (metal collar) or 1.2 – 1.5 mm (porcelain butt margin)
  • Occlusal/Incisal: 1.5 – 2.0 mm
• Impressions: Accurate full arch impressions (polyvinyl siloxane, polyether, or high-resolution digital scans).
• Bite Registration: Centric relation or maximum intercuspation.
• Shade Selection: Clearly indicate desired shade (e.g., VITA A2) and any specific characterizations or staining requests.
• Articulation: Provide opposing arch model.

Cementation: PFM crowns and bridges can be reliably cemented using conventional dental cements (e.g., resin-modified glass ionomer, zinc phosphate, polycarboxylate, or self-adhesive resin cements).

Why Choose Our PFM Restorations?

At [Your Lab Name/Company Name], we combine traditional craftsmanship with advanced dental technology to produce PFM restorations of unparalleled quality. Our highly skilled technicians utilize premium materials and state-of-the-art equipment to ensure:

• Exceptional Quality Control: Each restoration undergoes rigorous inspection at every stage of production.
• Precision Fit: Minimizing chairside adjustments and maximizing patient comfort.
• Superior Esthetics: Meticulous shade matching and lifelike anatomical contouring.
• Reliable Performance: Restorations built to withstand the rigors of daily function.
• Dedicated Support: Our team is committed to open communication and technical assistance for all your cases.

Order Your Premium PFM Restorations Today!

Experience the perfect blend of strength, esthetics, and longevity with our Porcelain Fused Metal crowns and bridges.

Contact us to discuss your specific case requirements or to place an order:

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