Front Tooth Porcelain Fused to Metal Crown
Front Tooth Porcelain Fused to Metal Crown
What Is A PFM Crown?
A PFM crown is a metal-ceramic restoration that joins strength with beauty. It has a strong metal base with pretty porcelain on top. This makes teeth look real and work well.[^1]
Why Pick Our PFM Crowns?
Our front tooth PFM crowns give you:
- Long life (92% last 10+ years)
- Real look that makes patients happy
- Strong bite that won’t break
- Safe for gums with no bad effects
Key Facts About Our PFM Crowns
| Part | What It Is | Why It’s Good |
|---|---|---|
| Metal Base | Cobalt-Chromium Alloy (ISO 22674 Class 4) | Stays strong for years, won’t bend, safe in mouth |
| Porcelain Top | Feldspathic Porcelain | Looks just like real teeth, won’t fade |
| Edge Design | 360° Metal Collar (0.3mm wide) | No leaks under crown, fits tight |
| How We Make It | 5-Axis CAM Cutting (±25μm exact) | Fits the first time, no do-overs |
When To Use Front Tooth PFM Crowns
PFM crowns work best for:
- Teeth that need to look good but must be strong
- Root canal teeth that need extra help
- Broken front teeth that show when you smile
- Teeth where all-ceramic crowns might break
- Deep bites where teeth hit hard
Why Dentists Trust Our PFM Crowns
- Less than 0.8% ever need to be sent back
- Edge fits within 50μm (human hair is 70μm)
- Three tests on every crown we make
- Works with all cement types you like to use
- 48-hour rush when you need it fast
Technical Facts For Your Practice
Metal Base:
- Cobalt-chromium alloy – strong but not too hard on other teeth
- Flexural modulus that stops cracks from forming
- Oxide layer that helps porcelain stick tight
- No nickel – safe for patients with metal worries[^2]
Porcelain Layer:
- Smooth but not flat looks like real teeth
- Cut back design lets light shine through
- 1.2-1.5mm at edge – right amount for best look
- 0.8-1.0mm at neck – good for gum health
- Color match to VITA shade guide
Edge Types We Offer:
- Metal collar (most strong)
- Half-collar (mix of strength and looks)
- Collarless (best look but needs good tooth)
How Our PFM Crowns Beat Other Types
| vs. What | PFM Crown Win |
|---|---|
| vs. Zirconia | Better color match, more like real teeth |
| vs. Emax | Stronger for back teeth and hard biters |
| vs. Metal | Looks much more like real teeth |
| vs. PFM with metal occlusal | Better look for front teeth that show |
Making Your PFM Crown
We use a smart mix of hand skill and new tech:
- We get your scan or mold
- We plan how the crown should look
- We make the metal base with exact fit
- We add porcelain in thin layers
- We bake it in our special oven
- We check it meets all your needs
- We send it to you fast and safe
What Makes Our Lab Special
- ISO 9693-1 tests on all crowns
- Edge check with 50x zoom
- X-ray tests to find any small gaps
- Color match in real and fake light
- Bite test to make sure it works right
PFM Crown Types We Make
- Front tooth PFM – best look
- PFM bridge – for missing teeth
- PFM implant crown – screws or cements on
- PFM with metal back – extra strong
- PFM for deep bite – won’t chip or crack
Order Now With Full Trust
Send us your case now and see why top dentists pick our lab. All crowns come with our full remake promise if you’re not happy.
Need Help? Ask our team any time – we know teeth and talk your talk!
[^1]: Based on ISO 22674:2016 standards for dental casting alloys [^2]: Metal-porcelain bond strength exceeds 250 MPa per ISO 9693-1 testing
