Full Cast Crowns
Our full gold, or solid metal alloy crowns have a long history of success, providing strength in the poste- rior with minimal preparation. Despite their strength, no restoration is as gentle on opposing enamel as full cast crowns, making them an ideal solution for bruxing patients.
FCC Advantages – Full Cast Crown
- Clinically proven for longevity
- Strong
- Minimal prep required
- Any margin style
Indications
- Ideal for the posterior region where there is minimal room
Contraindications
- Cosmetic restorations
- Metal sensitivity
Cementation
- Make sure inside of crown is cleaned after try-in to ensure cement bonds with crown
- Any resin modified glass ionomer or resin self etch/self adhesive resin
Types of alloys – The metal can be made out of different classifications of dental alloys.
- High noble – Precious. These alloys have over 60% gold, platinum and/or palladium content. High noble metal is one of the easiest alloys to adjust. We offer full cast crowns in both yellow and white gold high noble.
- Noble – Semiprecious. These alloys have over 25% noble metal (gold, platinum, palladium) con- tent. Noble metal crowns offer a more hypoallergenic restoration over base metal crowns at a more af- fordable cost over high noble crowns.
Base – Nonprecious. Contains less than 25% noble metal. Many base metal alloys contain nickel, chrome, and/or beryllium alloys.
Dental Insurance Codes
- D2790 – full cast high noble metal
- D2791 – full cast predominantly base metal
- D2792 – full cast noble metal