PFM Implant Crown
PFM Implant Crown – The Gold Standard For Predictable Implant Restorations
What Is A PFM Implant Crown?
A PFM Implant Crown is a porcelain fused to metal restoration that sits on top of a dental implant. It joins strong metal inside with pretty porcelain outside. This makes it work well and look good too.
The crown has a titanium base that fits on the implant. This base helps the crown stay in place. The crown can be fixed with screws or glue. Each way has good points for different teeth.
PFM Implant Crowns work well in front teeth and back teeth. They help make biting and chewing better. They also make smiles look nice.
Key Features That Dental Professionals Love
- Strong metal core – Will not break under heavy biting
- Pretty porcelain outside – Looks like real teeth
- Good fit – No food gets stuck
- Long lasting – Keeps working for many years
- Easy to fix – Can be fixed if needed
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details | Clinical Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Base Material | ISO 22674 Class 4 cobalt-chrome alloy | 38% higher strength than standard alloys |
| Porcelain Layer | 1.5mm cutting edge / 0.8mm neck area | Natural look with optimal strength |
| Edge Fit | 360° laser-welded collar (50μm gap) | Almost no leaking (<0.2%) |
| Implant Compatibility | Works with Nobel, Straumann, Zimmer | Can use with many implant brands |
| Occlusal Design | Tested with 2000+ bite patterns | Protects implant from too much force |
| Manufacturing Precision | 5-axis CAM milling (±25μm) | Fits right the first time (98.7%) |
| Packaging | Gamma ray cleaned + sealed pack | Meets strict medical rules |
| Color Match | VITA 3D-Master 26 color system | Matches other teeth perfectly |
| Service Time | 48-hour rush service available | Quick help for emergency cases |
| Quality Guarantee | ISO 13485 certified | Every crown has quality test report |
Why Choose PFM Implant Crowns?
1. Perfect Balance Of Strength And Beauty
The metal substructure gives strong support while the porcelain layer makes it look like a real tooth. This bone integration interface works with the body to make the implant last longer.
The titanium base surface treatment helps the crown stay in place. This makes it work better than other types.
2. Works In Many Different Cases
PFM Implant Crowns are good for many types of teeth:
- High bite force areas – The crown can take strong biting in back teeth
- Thin gum tissue – The 0.8mm subgingival margin transition helps with this
- Limited space between teeth – Works even when there is not much room
- People who grind teeth – The three-layer porcelain fracture resistance helps
Our Screw Retained Implant Crown option gives you more ways to fix the crown in place.
3. Simple But Smart Design
The screw-retained design lets you take the crown off if needed. This makes fixing problems easy.
The passive fit means the crown sits just right on the implant. The gingival cuff seal keeps germs out.
Our Implant Supported Dental Bridge uses the same good design when more teeth need help.
4. Made With Careful Steps
Each PFM Implant Crown goes through many checks:
- 3D scan check – Makes sure the size is right
- X-ray check – Looks for hidden problems
- Edge fit check – Makes sure it fits just right
- Color match check – Makes sure it looks like other teeth
- Bite test – Makes sure it works when chewing
Clinical Applications
For Front Teeth
Front teeth need to look good. PFM Implant Crowns have porcelain that lets light through like real teeth. The gum tissue transition looks natural.
The soft tissue profile shaping helps make the gum look right. This makes smiles look better.
See our Front Teeth Dental Implants for more about front teeth work.
For Back Teeth
Back teeth need to be strong. The metal occlusal design helps with heavy chewing. The bite force distribution stops too much pressure.
The occlusal contact points are put in just the right spots. This helps teeth work together well.
Check our PFM Crown Molar page for more about back tooth crowns.
Technical Advantages For Dental Professionals
- Easy to place with clear marks
- Screw access channel is easy to find and use
- Cement space control stops glue problems
- Occlusal vertical distance adjustment for perfect bite
- Abutment angle compensation for crooked implants
- Platform switching helps bone stay healthy
- Margin bone loss control keeps implants strong
Material Science Behind PFM Implant Crowns
Our PFM Implant Crowns use strong materials that have been tested a lot:
- Metal core – Passes pull tests of 850 MPa
- Porcelain bond – 98.5% stay stuck after hot/cold tests
- Color stability – Less than 2% change after 5 years
- Wear resistance – Similar to normal tooth enamel
The porcelain layering technique makes crowns that look real. The anatomical landmarks on the crown make it look like a natural tooth.
Quality Control Process
Every PFM Implant Crown goes through these tests:
- Digital design check by two lab experts
- Material certification checks
- Fit accuracy tests with special tools
- Load testing to make sure it’s strong
- Final inspection by senior technicians
This makes our remake rate just 0.8%, much better than most labs.
How To Order
Ordering is easy:
- Send your implant system information
- Tell us the tooth number and color needed
- Choose screw-retained or cement-retained
- Pick regular service (5 days) or rush (48 hours)
Optional: Send us a CBCT scan for free implant crown biomechanics analysis
Why Dental Professionals Trust Us
- ISO 13485 certified clean room production
- 48-hour express service for urgent cases
- 0.8% remake rate (industry average: 3.2%)
- Free abutment design consultation
FAQs
Q: How long do PFM Implant Crowns last?
A: With good care, they can last 10-15 years or more.
Q: Can I get these for all teeth?
A: Yes, they work for front and back teeth.
Q: Do you need special tools to place them?
A: No, they work with standard dental tools.
Q: How do you make sure they match other teeth?
A: We use the VITA 3D-Master color system and can match any shade.
Ready to provide your patients with the best implant restorations? Contact us today for a consultation about your next case!
[^4]: Based on 2023 occlusal force distribution clinical research [^5]: Material fatigue testing laboratory data [^6]: Thin biotype clinical follow-up report (2022-2024) [^7]: Microleakage detection micro-CT analysis results [^8]: 2024 Q2 production quality report
