Basic concepts of porcelain fused to metal teeth and implant teeth

In the field of prosthodontics, porcelain fused to metal teeth and implant teeth are two common treatment methods. Porcelain fused to metal teeth, also known as porcelain veneer or porcelain crown, is a method to improve the appearance and function of teeth by fixing porcelain materials on the surface of teeth. Implant tooth is to implant an artificial root in the alveolar bone of missing teeth, and then install a crown on it to restore the integrity and function of teeth.

Fabrication and application of porcelain fused to metal teeth

The production of porcelain fused to metal teeth usually involves the accurate measurement of the patient's teeth, and then the dental technician can make porcelain crowns matching the shape, size and color of the patient's teeth according to these data. Porcelain fused to metal teeth are mainly used to repair the appearance of teeth, such as improving the color, shape or size of teeth, and repairing the damage caused by tooth decay or tooth fracture. The installation of porcelain fused to metal teeth usually requires grinding off part of the natural tooth structure, and then fixing the porcelain crown on the teeth.

Process and advantages of dental implant

The process of dental implantation is relatively complex. First, an artificial root needs to be implanted into the alveolar bone of missing teeth. This process usually requires surgery. Artificial root is usually made of titanium metal because of its good biocompatibility. After implantation, it takes a period of time for the alveolar bone to fuse with the artificial root. This process is called osseointegration. After the completion of osseointegration, the crown is installed on the artificial root to complete the whole process of dental implant. The advantage of implant teeth is that it can provide stability and function similar to natural teeth, while having little impact on the surrounding teeth.

Difference between porcelain fused to metal teeth and implant teeth

Although porcelain fused to metal teeth and implant teeth are both used to repair teeth, there are obvious differences between them. First of all, porcelain fused to metal teeth are fixed on existing teeth, while implant teeth are implanted with artificial roots at the location of missing teeth. Secondly, porcelain fused to metal teeth are mainly used to improve the appearance of teeth and repair small-scale damage, while implant teeth are used to completely replace missing teeth and restore masticatory function and beauty. In addition, the operation process and recovery time of implant teeth are usually longer than those of porcelain fused to metal teeth.

summary

To sum up, porcelain fused to metal teeth and implant teeth are both methods of oral repair, but their purposes, processes and application scenarios are different. Porcelain fused to metal (PFM) teeth are mainly used to improve the appearance of teeth and repair small scale damage, while implant teeth are used to completely replace missing teeth and restore masticatory function and beauty. When choosing the treatment method, patients should choose their own treatment scheme according to their specific conditions and the doctor's suggestions.