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RCT Cap advice

2018-04-02 15:20:57
I've had a RCT for one my back tooth. A cap (ceramic+metal) was placed. However,it used come off. My new dentist suggests Zirconia (all ceramic) cap. Which one is the best and why? (ceramic+metal) or Zirconia (all ceramic)? What is their life expectancy? Please advise. Regards
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If metal ceramic cap can come out, zirconia cap can come out too. Life expectancy of metal ceramic is equally good. Zirconia is better in strength not fit. We need to know,  why the previous cap came out in the first place. Hope this helps.

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Both r good ...it depends on how d tooth cutting has been done..we hav t adress d reason as t why it's coming off.

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Hi Ma'am....zirconia is the best

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U should go for zirconia crown

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Zirconia is the best choice.
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Visit the clinic for the same
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Ask about warranties...They usually come with upto 15yrs warranty

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Zirconia is best
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u can visit us for the same

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You can go for zirconia

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