Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal (PFM) restorations are an advanced option widely used by dentists today. PFM Crown combines the strength of a metal substructure with the aesthetic appeal of porcelain, offering both durability and a natural appearance. The porcelain fully covers the metal core, leaving no metal or dark lines visible around the margin. The metal substructure can be made from various alloys, chosen for their strength or biocompatibility.
Their popularity lies in their durability and ability to deliver aesthetic solutions for teeth in any position within the mouth. With good oral hygiene, PFM crowns typically last 15–20 years before needing replacement.
Made from alloys containing ≥60% noble metals, including ≥40% gold, often combined with platinum or palladium for a neutral-toned substructure.
- Excellent biocompatibility and corrosion resistance
- Ideal for anterior and posterior crowns where a bright, lifelike appearance is desired
- Superior long-term clinical performance
Crafted using high noble alloys containing a high percentage of gold, platinum, or palladium, these crowns offer exceptional biocompatibility, corrosion resistance, and long-term stability.
- Made from ≥60% noble metals, but with a higher gold content, giving the substructure a warm yellow hue.
- Enhances aesthetics, especially for anterior restorations
- Exceptional castability and marginal integrity
- Long-lasting and highly biocompatible
Contains ≥25% noble metal content, typically with a mix of palladium, silver, or other semi-precious elements.
- Balanced option between cost and performance
- Good strength and aesthetic properties
- Suitable for a wide range of indications
Made from base metals such as Nickel-Chromium (Ni-Cr) or Cobalt-Chromium (Co-Cr) with <25% noble metal or none.
- Strong and highly durable
- Most economical option
- Suitable for posterior restorations where aesthetics are less critical
