A CAD-CAM PFM crown is a porcelain-fused-to-metal restoration designed and manufactured using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) technology.
Instead of relying entirely on manual laboratory procedures, the prepared tooth is digitally scanned, and specialized software is used to design the crown with exceptional precision. The metal framework is then manufactured using advanced digital techniques before porcelain is layered over it.
Benefits of CAD-CAM PFM Crowns
- Improved accuracy and fit.
- Better marginal adaptation.
- More consistent quality.
- Reduced manufacturing errors.
- Enhanced patient comfort.
- Longer clinical lifespan due to improved precision.
Digital manufacturing helps create restorations that fit more accurately, reducing the risk of cement washout, plaque accumulation, and future complications.
At Dr. Bharat Katarmal Dental & Implant Clinic, Jamnagar, digital impressions captured with the Aoralscan 3 intraoral scanner are integrated into modern laboratory workflows to improve the quality and precision of crown fabrication.
