Dental Crowns in Tadipatri
Premium CAD/CAM Zirconia and Metal Ceramic (PFM) dental crowns designed to protect root-canal treated teeth, restore broken crowns, and enhance smile aesthetics.
What Is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown (often called a dental cap) is a custom-fabricated protective restoration that encases a compromised tooth above the gum line. It restores the tooth's natural shape, structural integrity, size, and aesthetic appearance while defending against heavy masticatory forces.
Crowns are essential after root canal therapy, for teeth with massive fillings, fractured cusps, severe grinding wear, or as the visible tooth attached to a dental implant.
Metal Ceramic vs. Zirconia Crowns: Comparison
Benchmarked against leading dental hospital standards (Clove & Partha Dental), we offer certified clinical crown choices:
Metal Ceramic Crowns (PFM)
Porcelain Fused to Metal (PFM) combines a rigid biocompatible metal alloy framework with an overlay of tooth-colored ceramic porcelain.
- High tensile strength for back molars
- Budget-friendly clinical restorative option
- Exact shade matching with natural teeth
CAD/CAM Zirconia Crowns
Milled from a solid monolithic block of zirconium dioxide using computerized 3D CAD/CAM technology. Completely metal-free with unmatched biocompatibility.
- Virtually unbreakable fracture resistance (>1100 MPa)
- Zero black gum lines; natural light translucency
- 100% metal-free, non-allergenic & gentle on opposing enamel
The 2-Step Crown Placement Process
Step 1: Tooth Preparation & 3D Scan
The tooth is gently contoured to make room for the crown. Digital scans or impressions capture micrometer-accurate margins, and a comfortable temporary crown is placed.
Step 2: Permanent Bonding & Occlusal Check
When the custom crown arrives from the authorized dental laboratory, the bite and contact margins are verified, and the crown is permanently bonded with resin adhesive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need a crown after a Root Canal Treatment (RCT)?
After an RCT, the tooth nerve and blood supply are removed, leaving the remaining natural tooth structure dehydrated, brittle, and vulnerable to fracture under normal chewing pressure. A custom crown encases the entire tooth like a protective helmet, restoring full chewing power and preventing vertical fractures.
What is the difference between Metal Ceramic (PFM) and Zirconia Crowns?
Metal Ceramic (PFM) crowns have a metal interior covered with tooth-colored porcelain. They are strong and affordable, but over time, gum recession may reveal a faint dark metal line at the gum border. CAD/CAM Zirconia crowns are 100% metal-free, biocompatible, exceptionally translucent, and virtually unbreakable, ensuring natural aesthetics that last a lifetime.
How long does a dental crown last?
High-grade CAD/CAM Zirconia crowns routinely last 15 to 25+ years with regular brushing, flossing, and periodic cleanings. Metal ceramic crowns generally last 10 to 15 years.
How many appointments are required for a crown?
Typically 2 visits: In the first 45-minute visit, the tooth is prepared, a 3D digital intraoral scan or high-precision impression is taken, and a temporary protective crown is placed. In the second visit (3–5 days later), the lab-crafted custom crown is permanently bonded with resin cement.
Post-Treatment Care: Avoid biting hard bones, ice, or sticky candy directly on temporary crowns. Once permanently cemented, you can enjoy all regular foods freely.