Zirconia: Taking Dental Restorations to the Next Level
Since the introduction of porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crowns in the 1960s, the dental industry has sought materials with both the esthetic value of porcelain, and the strength of noble metals to withstand the pressure of posterior occlusal forces. Glass-ceramic materials that came along in the 1980s were confined to use on anterior teeth. In the early […]
How to Choose the Right Posterior Crown
Have you walked down the cereal aisle at the local supermarket and couldn’t make up your mind about which box to pick? Have you tried to choose new wallpaper or paint for your den? It’s common to become overwhelmed by too many choices. This is true in dentistry as well. In a simpler time, choosing […]
Porcelain Fused to Metal (PFM)
PFM crowns are versatile, durable, and affordable solutions for dental restorations. The metal alloy provides a strong base for the porcelain-fused over the top. At First Choice Dental Lab®, we offer: Non-Precious: Free of Nickel and Beryllium Semi-Precious (Yellow or White) High Noble (Yellow or White) Captek™ Why PFM? Strong and Long-Lasting Aesthetically […]