PFM Crowns
PFM crowns with porcelain fused to precious, semi-precious or non-precious alloys. A proven, durable restoration from Swift Lab, Ras Al Khaimah.
About PFM Crowns
Porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crowns combine a metal substructure with layered porcelain. They have decades of clinical success and remain a reliable choice in many situations, such as long-span bridges or patients who prefer a conventional option.
We work with non-precious, semi-precious and precious alloys. Precious and semi-precious alloys are weighed before ceramic work and the price is set accordingly.
When to choose PFM Crowns
Indications
- Posterior crowns and bridges on natural teeth
- Long-span bridgework
- Patients who prefer a conventional restoration
- Cases with limited bonding possibilities
Benefits
- Long clinical track record
- Strong metal support
- Conventional cementation
- Choice of alloy types
Clinical notes
- Porcelain can chip under heavy loads
- Metal collar may show if gums recede
- Alloy weight affects price
From your clinic to delivery
Receive
We check margins, bite and shade information as soon as your case arrives.
Design
Crowns are designed in CAD with the right thickness for the material.
Mill and finish
We mill, sinter or press, then stain, glaze or layer.
Quality check
Every crown is checked for fit, contacts and occlusion before dispatch.
Sending us your case
What to send us
- Intraoral scan (STL) or impression with clear margins
- Opposing arch and bite registration
- Shade, stump shade and photos
- Implant details for implant crowns
Turnaround and warranty
Standard cases of 1 to 3 units are ready in 3 working days and 4 to 10 units in 4 working days. Full-mouth and complex cases take around 7 working days. Urgent cases can be arranged on request. Our restorations carry a one-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
Swift Lab is based at Julphar Business Tower, Al Nakheel, Ras Al Khaimah, and serves clinics in Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain and Fujairah with courier collection and digital case submission.
PFM Crowns: common questions
Can’t find your answer? Our technicians are happy to discuss your case.
Yes. They remain reliable for many cases, especially long-span bridges. Read our article on when metal ceramic still wins.
Non-precious, semi-precious and precious alloys. Precious options are priced by weight.
Zirconia is more aesthetic and metal-free; PFM has a longer track record. We can advise per case.
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