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Full Metal Casting FAQ Guide

1. What is full metal casting?

A full metal crown is a full crown that covers all the axial and occlusal surfaces of the tooth and is made of metal. It is one of the most common types of posterior crown restorations. Because it is made of metal, it should be used when the patient doesn’t mind that the metal appearance or aesthetics are not a factor. It can be used as a whole or as a retainer for permanent teeth, especially when we have a small abutment with a large edentulous span, it can overcome the occlusal force and prevent the bridge from shifting.

Being a full crown, it has better retention and resistance than other crown restorations such as 3/4 crowns and 7/8 crowns because it includes all axial walls and occlusal surfaces.

2. How many metal alloys are used in all-metal castings?

1. Advanced alloys (gold alloys).
2. Low precious metal alloys (silver-palladium and gold-palladium alloys).
3. Non-precious metal alloys (Nichrome).

Details are as follows:

Full Gold Crowns are made from a single piece of alloy. Although commonly referred to as “gold” crowns, these crowns are actually composed of many different types of metallic elements, including but not limited to: gold, platinum, palladium, silver, copper, and tin. The first four elements listed are precious metals, and the last two are base metals. Full golden crowns are of better quality when they are high in noble makeup. According to the American Dental Association, all-gold crown alloys can only be labeled as premium crowns if they contain at least 60 percent precious metal, of which at least 40 percent must be gold.

In addition to being non-corrosive and hypoallergenic, gold is the most non-toxic and biocompatible metal used in dentistry, and the gold edges do not crack or chip, even when polished and worn. Gold has a very similar wear rate and coefficient of thermal expansion to enamel, allowing for a better natural fit. Typically, less tooth structure is removed when teeth are prepared for gold, which results in stronger, healthier teeth overall.

3. What are the benefits of full metal casting?

While several factors make full cast gold crowns a good choice, some of the main advantages are as follows:

• The biggest benefit of using gold restorations is their longevity and reliability. No other dental restoration has such durability.
• The good strength of the gold alloy ensures that it will not be damaged or broken by chewing force. This makes it perfect for the back teeth, aka molars and premolars.
• Its basic flexibility will not harm the opposing teeth like porcelain, which means there will be no wear and tear.
• In addition, it conforms to the edges more accurately, making it the most suitable material for dental restorations.
• Another advantage is that it is biocompatible, unlike other metal crowns. This includes no discoloration or oxidation. Also, it is least likely to cause inflammation of the gums or allergic reactions.
• Golden crowns do not absorb fluids and are not prone to plaque buildup.
• The expansion coefficient of gold dental restorations is the same as the tooth structure. In other words, it expands and contracts like natural teeth when stimulated by hot and cold food and drink. So it won’t crack or chip.
• An all-gold cast crown does not need to be very thick because of its tensile strength. Therefore, it does not require excessive reduction and preparation of teeth, allowing the dentist to retain more of the original teeth.

4 shown. What are the advantages of all metal casting?

All-cast metal restorations are extremely unlikely to break or fail and are beneficial for patients with severely damaged posterior teeth. The exception is when full cast fixed bridges are required. When preparing a tooth with a fully cast crown, it is necessary to prepare all axial walls and occlusal surfaces. This preparation helps to provide greater retention than the same tooth selected for conservative restoration. Where bifurcation defects exist, the tongue and cheek walls can be re-contoured to help improve the patient’s oral hygiene.

All-metal crowns are highly biocompatible, especially when a precious metal alloy is chosen. Metal alloys (especially gold crowns) have excellent biocompatibility with gum tissue and are unlikely to promote any allergic reactions. They are not prone to plaque buildup, have good corrosion resistance, and do not absorb liquids. All-cast metal crowns have high tensile strength, which is an advantage when preparing teeth, as crowns don’t need to be thick, allowing you to retain more of your patient’s original teeth. The strength of modern dental alloys allows our dental laboratory to create thinner restorations than PFM or all-ceramic crowns. Full cast crowns are an especially good choice when space is limited.

While fully cast metal crowns and bridges are very strong and unlikely to be broken by the force of chewing, they are very good against dentition and reduce the risk of excessive wear because they provide a coefficient similar to that of enamel. If there is a concern about the risk of tooth wear, precious or semi-precious dental alloys are often the best choice when arranging treatment for a patient, as these are softer but still very durable. Furthermore, the expansion coefficient is similar to that of natural teeth.

5. What are the indications and contraindications for all-metal casting?

There are signs of an all-metal crown

• There are signs of a full metal crown
• Tooth that has been extensively damaged by cavities or trauma to protect the remaining tooth structure from damage.
• Tooth restored with a large amount of amalgam to protect the remaining tooth structure and the amalgam from fracture.
• Endodontically treats teeth.
• When maximum retention and resistance is required, as in short teeth
• crown.
• Restoring the shape of teeth, such as teeth with retaining rings for removable partial dentures
• as a bridge retainer.
• Correct small inclinations.
• Patients with high caries index.
• Occlusal plane correction.

Contraindications for full metal crowns

• If the aesthetic requirements are very high.
• When less than the maximum retention force and resistance is necessary.
• For teeth with intact buccal surfaces and short bridges, more conservative crowns, such as 3/4 crowns, can be used.
• when the caries index is low.

Advantages of all-metal crowns

• Greater retention and power.
• High resistance to deformation.
• It is possible to modify the axial tooth profile
• More conservative than other types of full crowns, such as fused metal crowns and full ceramic crowns.

– Preparation steps:

• Completion of bite.
• Cheek preparation.
• Tongue finish.
• Proximal surface treatment.

Depth guide grooves (gullets) are grooves made in the surface of a tooth as a guide or reference to determine the amount of tooth structure to be removed by preparation. If the preparation is made without these grooves, under or over preparation may occur, which will require more time to double check the preparation process.

The recommended type of finish line for all-metal crowns is a chamfer finish line; therefore, a conical crack cone with a round head was used in the preparation. Knife-edge finishing lines can also be used.

The orthodontic recommendations for all-metal crowns are shown in the figure below:

1) Preparation for occlusion

The purpose of occlusal preparation was to create an occlusal space of 1.5 mm on functional cusps and 1 mm on non-functional cusps.

Planar occlusal reduction (anatomical reduction) should be performed in accordance with the occlusal geometric bevel to achieve the following: – Provide a recovery of uniform thickness.

– Protective tooth structure (axial wall length).

Improves retention properties of formulations. The occlusal preparation sequence is as follows:

• Depth Oriented Grooves (D.O.G) prepare cracks at the occlusal surface to follow the inclination of the tip. Prepare a dog on each cusp, extending from the cusp to the central groove, representing the deepest part of the occlusal surface. The depth of each groove corresponds to the diameter of the slit used. That is, D.O.G was prepared with a 1.5 mm diameter fissure Boolean on the functional tip, and D.O.G was prepared with a 1 mm diameter fissure Boolean on the non-functional tip.
• Any tooth structure between the teeth should be removed following the normal cusp contour.
• Place a wide bevel on the functional tip.
• The occlusal gap is then checked for central and eccentric occlusion.

2) Preparation of buccal surface

• Three dogs with a depth of 1 mm were prepared on the buccal surface of the teeth, one placed in the center of the tooth wall and one at each angle of the medial and distal transition lines. These grooves are prepared parallel to the long axis of the tooth or the proposed path for insertion of the restoration.
• Along the slope of this surface, move the bur medially and distally, removing any islands of tooth structure between d.o.g. The extent of the prepared gum will determine the location of the edge (whether it is placed on the gum, which is better, or the finish line needs to be extended under the gum). To obtain a chamfered finishing line, a cone-shaped crack thorn is used during axial reduction.

3) Tongue preparation

The preparation of the lingual surface is the same as the preparation of the buccal surface.

4) Proximal surface preparation

Using a very thin long pointed conical diamond thorn (long needle), carefully remove the contact, place the thorn on the prepared tooth (to prevent any damage to adjacent teeth), move the thorn up and down, the contact will is opened. Once the contact is opened, a round-ended tapered bur is used to plan the wall while creating a chamfer finish line. Safety side discs can also be used for proximal reduction to prevent any damage to adjacent teeth. Placing matrix strips on adjacent teeth can also help.

After preparation of the occlusal and axial surfaces, smooth all surfaces to remove sharp lines and corners, which are areas of stress concentration.

Finally, a socket is placed on the buccal surface of the lower molars and the palatal surface of the upper molars. The advantages of placing seat grooves are:

• It acts as a guide during crown placement.
• It prevents crown rotation (by increasing resistance). 3. It can improve memory.

7 What colour is the fully cast noble metal crown?

Each gold alloy meets ADA specifications for “Noble Gold” or “Noble Gold” and displays beautiful, rich colors. Noble-Cast products are ideal for crown or three-unit bridges.

8. How much is a gold crown?

Without insurance, each golden crown can cost $2,500, and in general, the price of each gold crown is between $800 and $1,500. With insurance, about 50% of the entire process can be reimbursed. Some dental insurance plans fully or partially cover the cost of krona.

9. How much gold does a noble crown contain?

According to the American Dental Association, an all-gold crown alloy can only be labeled as a premium crown if it contains at least 60 percent precious metal, of which at least 40 percent must be gold.

10. What does the noble crown mean?

A crown containing noble metals is called a “noble metal crown” because it is at least 60% composed of the precious metals gold, platinum, palladium and silver. Of that 60%, at least 40% are gold to receive this honor from the American Dental Association.

11. What is the full cast?

All-cast restorations are a classic choice for dental laboratories and patients around the world. Complete castings have stood the test of time, providing beautiful and long-lasting options for crowns, bridges, inlays and inlays. A complete cast restoration is composed of a gold alloy that, if handled properly, can last a lifetime.

12. Are porcelain crowns more expensive than gold crowns?

Since gold is an expensive material, the size of the crown will be an important factor in determining the final price. This makes estimating gold crown prices difficult. The price of porcelain fused with a gold crown is usually close to that of a full gold crown.

13. Can I get a crown without a root canal?

Crowns are sometimes placed without root canal treatment. In this case, the patient may experience sensitivity for a few days after wearing the crown. This is normal because root canal treatment removes the nerves of the tooth. With nerves, teeth are prone to sensitivity.

14. What should I do after the cremation of the golden tooth?

At cremation temperatures, the gold in the teeth will definitely melt. Additionally, during cremation, the remains may need to be moved and repositioned to facilitate the process. This means that any metal that liquefies at these temperatures will also be mixed into the bone fragments.

Cast restorations are models made from your teeth or teeth. Your dentist uses these models to create metal replacements for your teeth, which are then permanently placed in your mouth. Many patients prefer white composite restorations that closely resemble their natural teeth.

16. Is it safe to do full cast dental restorations?

In fact, full cast restorations are not only a strong and long-lasting option, but they are also highly biocompatible with the gums. Dental patients have far less plaque and harmful bacteria build up on the gum line of all-cast gold restorations than with natural teeth.

17. What is the difference between crowns and cast restorations?

Cosmetic and functional improvement of teeth Crowns are teeth that mimic your own teeth. When the adjacent teeth are strong enough to support the missing tooth, a bridge is done to replace the missing tooth. Cast restorations are models made from your teeth or teeth.