Metal Ceramic Crown Placement in Chișinău

A metal ceramic crown restores a damaged or weakened tooth with a strong crown that has a metal base and a ceramic coating. It is also called a porcelain fused to metal crown (PFM).

It is a practical choice for chewing teeth, where reliability, function and a clear price matter more than looks.

Before treatment we look at how much of the tooth is left and how hard it works, and tell you straight away if another crown would serve you better.

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What is a porcelain fused to metal crown

It is a fixed prosthetic structure made of a metal framework with a layer of ceramic on top.
The metal base gives the crown its strength, and the ceramic coating restores the anatomical shape and the look of the tooth.
Such a crown is mostly placed on chewing teeth, and we can also use it on other teeth when it suits the function and the look of the tooth.

When a metal ceramic crown is indicated

the tooth is badly damaged after decay or root canal treatment

the crown goes on chewing teeth, where aesthetics are not the priority

the tooth has darkened or lost strength

a reliable solution at an affordable price is needed

the chewing function needs to be restored, not only the appearance

more expensive options (zirconia or E.max) are not needed in your situation

When we choose another crown

A metal-free crown is usually the better choice if:

• the crown is planned in the smile zone
• a very natural look and translucency of the tooth matter
• you have thin gums and high aesthetic demands
• a completely metal-free structure is needed

In such cases we more often choose zirconia crowns or E.max crowns.

Metal ceramic, zirconia or E.max: how they differ

Criterion	Metal ceramic crown	Zirconia crown	E.max crown
Strength	High	Very high	High
Appearance	Neat	Very natural	Very natural
Suitable for chewing teeth	Yes	Yes	Limited
Suitable for the smile zone	Limited	Yes	Yes
Contains metal	Yes	No	No
Risk of a dark line at the gum	Possible	No	No
Service life	Many years	Many years	Many years
Cost	The most affordable	Higher	Higher

Result of metal ceramic crown placement

Full chewing restored, without pain or restrictions.

A weakened tooth protected from further destruction.

A stable, fixed structure that does not move.

A neat look of the tooth that does not attract attention.

Metal ceramic crown price

Metal ceramic crown per tooth

2000

MDL

A classic option with a metal base and a ceramic coating. It suits chewing teeth, where strength and function matter.

Before treatment we explain which option suits you, what is included in the price and whether additional stages of treatment are needed.
The plan and the budget are clear before you start.

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Book a consultation: our doctor will assess your situation and suggest the best type of crown for you.

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Stages of metal ceramic crown placement

Examination and planning

We examine the tooth, take an image and judge whether a crown can restore it reliably.
You hear at once what we will do, how long it will take and what result to expect.

Tooth preparation

We shape the tooth for the crown.
If the canals were treated earlier or there was inflammation, we check that the condition is stable.
The aim is a firm base on which the crown will hold for years.

Impressions and a temporary restoration

Impressions go to the laboratory.
A temporary crown protects the tooth until the permanent one is ready, so you can eat comfortably and look normal.

Fitting the crown

The finished crown is cemented.
Then we check how it closes with the opposite teeth, so that eating and speaking feel natural.

How long crown placement takes

Preparation and impressions take one visit.

The laboratory usually needs a few days to make the crown.

We name the exact timing after the examination, depending on the condition of the tooth.

What happens if the tooth is left without a crown

The damage keeps growing, and the tooth can split.

Chewing becomes one-sided and the load on the other teeth grows.

The later you come, the more complex and costly the repair gets.

In the end the tooth may have to be removed and replaced with an implant.

Metal ceramic crown FAQ

Is a PFM crown strong?

Yes. It is one of the most reliable options for chewing teeth.

Will it be visible that it is a crown?

On chewing teeth, usually not. In the smile zone the aesthetics can be limited, so other materials are more often chosen there.

Is it painful to have a crown placed?

No. Every stage is done under anaesthesia, so the work itself should not hurt. For a short time after the tooth is prepared it can feel slightly sensitive.