Full Metal Crown

Full Metal Crown

Full metal crown is a full crown covering all axial surfaces of the tooth as well as the occlusal surface and made of metal. It is one of the most commonly indicated crown restorations for posterior teeth.Because it made of metal, it should be used when the patient doesn’t mind the appearance of metal or when esthetic is not a factor.

Types of metal alloys used for full metal crown

1. High noble alloys (gold alloys).

2. Low noble alloys (silver-palladium and gold-palladium alloys).

3. Non-noble alloys (Nickle-chromium alloy)