Are metal porcelain crown teeth good? How many types are there? How much does it cost?

Metal porcelain crown teeth are a familiar material in the field of dental prosthetics today. There are many questions such as are metal crown teeth goof, how long do they last and how much does it cost? To find out the specific answer, please refer to the information in the article below! 

1. What are metal crown teeth?

Metal porcelain crown teeth are one of the first types of porcelain teeth that appeared in the field of dentistry. The inner frame of metal teeth is made from Gold, Titanium or Nickel – Chrome or Chrome – Coban, and the outer porcelain layer is composed of porcelain materials, contributing to maintaining the same aesthetic appearance and color as real teeth. 

For metal porcelain crown teeth, because metal is easily oxidized with an acidic environment in the oral cavity, after a period of use, the metal frame is prone to blackening the gum border, reducing the aesthetics of the teeth. 

Along with metal porcelain crown teeth, there are also all-porcelain crown teeth that differ in some characteristics such as being crafted entirely from porcelain materials, without the composition of metal. High durability, average life expectancy of 10 years, even longer, if customers take proper care. Learn more about all-porcelain crown teeth HERE.

2. How many types of metal porcelain crown teeth are available?

Currently, metal porcelain crown teeth are divided into 3 common types, including: ordinary metal porcelain crown teeth, titanium porcelain teeth and precious metal porcelain crown teeth. Customers can refer to the pros and cons of each type, to choose the right line of metal teeth. 

2.1. Plain metal porcelain crown teeth

This is a metal tooth with a frame made of Nickel – Chrome or Chrome – Coban, the outside is covered with a white porcelain layer. 

Advantages

• Overcoming defects of decayed or chipped teeth. 
• Good rigidity and bearing, supporting patients to chew firmly. 
• The lowest cost of metal porcelain crown teeth. 

Disadvantages

• Metal porcelain crown teeth are usually easily discolored, black at the neck of the teeth close to the gum border. The reason is that the metal rib has oxidized, under the influence of various kinds of acids in the oral cavity. 
• If there is light passing through, it is easy to see the metallic black light inside the porcelain teeth. 
• Causes soft tissue irritation in the oral cavity. 

Are metal porcelain crown teeth good? How many types are there? How much does it cost?

Metal porcelain crown teeth are a familiar material in the field of dental prosthetics today. There are many questions such as are metal crown teeth goof, how long do they last and how much does it cost? To find out the specific answer, please refer to the information in the…

2.2. Titanium porcelain teeth

Titanium porcelain teeth are one of the lines of metal porcelain teeth with ribs made from Nickel – Chrome – Titanium (in which, Titanium accounts for 3-6%). 

Advantages

• Titanium material is well biocompatible, benign and safe for the body. 
• Less sensitive to hot and cold foods.
• Titanium porcelain teeth can combine with bone organization and soft tissues in the body, giving good bearing capacity, ensuring normal chewing of almost real teeth. 

Disadvantages

• Because the frame is made from metal, under the influence of acid, bacteria and food in the oral cavity, Titan porcelain teeth are prone to blackening the gum border, dullness from the roots down to the edges of the teeth. 
• If there is light passing through, the black shadow of the metal inside. 

2.3. Precious metal porcelain crown teeth

This is a line of porcelain teeth with an inner frame made from precious metals such as gold, platinum, palladium and porcelain coating on the outside. 

Advantages

• Metal porcelain crown teeth are not black or gray at the necks of the teeth.
• Gold metal has antiseptic ability, avoiding inflammation of the teeth and gums.
• The natural color is almost real teeth, well compatible with bones. 

Disadvantages

• The most expensive cost of all metal porcelain crown teeth. 
• Precious metal porcelain crown teeth require high technology, so before performing, patients must choose a reputable dental center with a team of qualified doctors. 

3. Are metal porcelain crown teeth good?

The evaluation of whether metal porcelain crown teeth are good depends on the prosthetic tooth position. If customers need to make molars inside, do not want to show every time they smile or are comfortable during communication, this is a reasonable choice. However, to determine the complete answer, you should go directly to a reputable dental center. 

Here, a team of qualified doctors conducts examination, film and đeicated consultation for each specific case. Depending on the location and degree of tooth damage of each person, the doctor proposes the treatment regimen and selects suitable porcelain teeth, thereby bringing comprehensive and long-term stable dental restoration results to customers. 

Elite Dental – The leading specialized dental center in Ho Chi Minh City 

As one of the leading specialized dental centers, Elite Dental owns a team of experienced doctors, with many years of training abroad, ensuring accurate treatment plan advice, helping your smile to be bright and natural. In addition, Elite Dentistry is committed to using genuine materials. Specifically, Titanium porcelain teeth and all porcelain crown teeth are imported with clear origin – origin, protecting the safety of customers’ health. 

In addition to focusing on good expertise, Elite Dental invests in applying the current system of modern equipment and machinery. The clinic is clean, spacious and of sterile quality according to international standards, helping customers avoid the risk of cross-infection, have a comfortable and gentle experience every time they visit and treat here.

4. How much do mental porcelain crown teeth cost?

On the market today, the price of metal porcelain crown teeth generally ranges from 2.000.000 – 5.000.000 VND/unit of teeth. 

For Titan porcelain teeth, the cost at Elite Dental is about 3.000.000 VND/unit of teeth. The cost may vary depending on oral health conditions. 

You can contact Elite Dental directly for advice, discuss with the Doctor about the detailed plan, as well as the corresponding treatment fee. 

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5. How long do metal porcelain crown teeth last?

The average lifespan of metal porcelain crown teeth is 5-7 years. However, due to the risk of blackening the gum border, patients who use it for 3-5 years have been asked to replace new porcelain teeth to ensure safety for health. 

In general, each line of metal porcelain crown teeth has different costs and advantages and disadvantages. To choose the right porcelain teeth, it is recommended that you go directly to a reputable dentist such as Elite Dental. Here, a team of experienced, skillful and proficient doctors in each field helps customers have a comfortable examination, consultation and treatment experience, achieving maximum satisfaction.

Contact Elite Dentistry HERE, if you have questions about the remedy solution for the current tooth condition.

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