PFM-Porcelain Fused Metal
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Porcelain fused to metal cown ,also known as PFM crown, are fabricated with a metal alloy interior and a porcelain exterior.This allows them to have the strength of metal crowns combined with the aesthetics of porcelain crowns.A PFM crown is cap that is cemented over a natural tooth in order to protect it from damage or futher decay.PFM bridge is used to restore missing teeth and are composed of two PFM crowns with a fake tooth in the middle.
PFM Features
Strong,versatile and durability
True certified alloys
PFM Indications:
Anterior/Posterior crownsx
Bridge of any span
Implant crowns
Crowns under partials
PFM is not commended for restorations matching high translucent teeth or all ceramic crowns on adjacent teeth.
Patients with specific alloy sensitivities are not recommended PFM.